$2,284
H 63 in Dm 13.78 in
Floor Lamp Art Decò Style in Burnished Brass by Bottega Gadda, Milano, 1970s
Located in Vigonza, Padua
decorations by Fortuny, Venice. Lighting of the two lamps by hanging chain. Electrical system working and
Brass
1950's Tall 15 Inch Explosion Proof Factory Hanging Light
Located in Hook, Hampshire
comes completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres
Steel
1950's Large Grey Hanging Vented Light By Maxlume - 18 Inch
Located in Hook, Hampshire
ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered
Enamel, Steel
Contemporary Prismatic Glass Pendant Lamp 30cm – Large
Located in Hook, Hampshire
completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of brass chain for hanging the lamp, 2 metres of
Glass
Contemporary Prismatic Glass Pendant Lamp 38cm – Extra Large
Located in Hook, Hampshire
comes completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of brass chain for hanging the lamp, 2
Glass
1950's Industrial Green Disc Pendant Lamps
Located in Hook, Hampshire
completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black
Steel
1960's Very Large Enamel Industrial Pendant Lamps
Located in Hook, Hampshire
including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black fabric covered electrical cable and a
Steel
1960's Industrial Green Enamel Pendant Lamps
Located in Hook, Hampshire
metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered electrical cable and a ceiling hook
Sheet Metal
$587 / item
H 25.99 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
1960's Very Large Industrial Black Enamel Ceiling Pendant Lamps
Located in Hook, Hampshire
install including; 2 metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black fabric covered
Enamel, Steel
1960's White Cast Top Enamel Industrial Pendant Lamp
Located in Hook, Hampshire
completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamp, 2 metres of black
Steel
1960’s Shallow Thorlux Enamelled Pendant Lamp – 16 inch
Located in Hook, Hampshire
ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered
Steel
1960s Domed Benjamin Enamelled Pendant Lamps, Restored
Located in Hook, Hampshire
chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered electrical cable and a ceiling hook as shown
Metal
1950’s Large Scale Industrial Black Enamel Pendant Lamps
Located in Hook, Hampshire
60598. INCLUDED: Each lamp comes completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for
Enamel, Steel
$518 / item
H 16.93 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
1960’s Large Industrial Graphite Enamel Ceiling Pendant Lamps - 20 Inch
Located in Hook, Hampshire
: Each lamp comes completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of zinc coated chain for
Enamel, Steel
$1,237 / item
H 14.97 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
1960's Original Holophane Parisian Glass Globe Lamps - Large 16 Inch
Located in Hook, Hampshire
comes completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres
Glass
1950's Large Scale Industrial Pendant Lamp - Grey Single
Located in Hook, Hampshire
of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered electrical cable and a ceiling hook as
Aluminum
1960s Industrial Explosion Proof Ceiling Pendant Lamps
Located in Hook, Hampshire
metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered electrical cable and a
Glass
$269 / item
H 11.82 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
1950's Thorlux Industrial Enamel Grey Pendant Lamps - 16 Inch
Located in Hook, Hampshire
including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered electrical cable and a
Steel
1950's Shallow 16 Inch Cast Top Factory Pendant Lamp
Located in Hook, Hampshire
install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamp, 2 metres of black silk covered electrical cable
Steel
$1,237 / item
H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
1960's Original Holophane Parisian Glass Globe Lamps - Very Large 18 Inch
Located in Hook, Hampshire
comes completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres
Glass
$1,375 / item
H 18.9 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
1960's Original Holophane Parisian Glass Globe Lamps - Extra Large 20 Inch
Located in Hook, Hampshire
comes completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres
Glass
Brutalist Ceiling Lamp by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen, 1960s
By Holm Sørensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish Brutalist chain-suspended hanging lamp composed of acid-treated and torch-cut brass. This
Brass
$642 / set
H 9.06 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in
1940's Racing Green Cast Top GEC Enamelled Pendant Lamps – Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered
Aluminum
$476 / item
H 29.53 in W 20.87 in D 30.32 in
1950's Large Scale French Industrial Pendant Lamps - Small Batch Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black fabric covered electrical cable and a ceiling
Sheet Metal
$546 / item
H 22.05 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
1960s Industrial Large Enamel Ceiling Pendant Lamps-Various Quantities Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black marl fabric covered electrical cable and a ceiling
Metal
$380 / item
H 20.87 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
1950's Double Domed Benjamin Enamelled Pendant Lamps - 18 inch - Restored
Located in Hook, Hampshire
completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black
Metal
$380 / item
H 18.9 in W 18.9 in D 22.84 in
1960s Industrial Spun Aluminium Ceiling Pendant Lamps/Light Shades - Various Qty
Located in Hook, Hampshire
zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black fabric covered electrical cable and a
Aluminum
$311 / item
H 15.75 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
1960s Industrial Ships Ceiling Pendant Lamps/Lights, with Caged Opalescent Glass
Located in Hook, Hampshire
zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps (with a joining shackle), 2 meters of black silk covered
Metal
Jeweled and Etched Brass Moroccan Pendant Light
Located in Chicago, IL
Moorish style hanging lamp. Three chains supporting brass lamp set with colored glass faux
Brass
Great American Art Deco Star Studded Copper Globe Table Lamp
Located in Coral Gables, FL
terminates in a copper finial. The two bulbs are controlled by two hanging brass chains. The lamp is 25” tall.
Copper, Brass
Unavailable
H 27.56 in Dm 6.7 in
Midcentury Bakalowits Chandelier Brass Crystal Glass Strings Lamp Austria 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
, Austria, circa 1955. The chain hanging height adjustable pendant lamp is made of patinated brass and lots
Crystal, Brass
Unavailable
H 25.2 in Dm 15.75 in
Murano Glass Drop Chandelier Sputnik Gilt Brass Palme Lamp 1960s Venini Style
By Palwa, Christoph Palme, Venini
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
the style of Venini, Germany, circa 1960-1970. The chain-hanging length-adjustable pendant lamp has a
Metal, Brass
Unavailable
H 26.38 in Dm 6.7 in
Signed Palwa Mid-Century Chandelier Gilt Brass Crystal Glass 1960 Op Art Pop Art
By J.L Lobmeyr, Palwa, Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
-hanging length-adjustable pendant lamp has a gilt brass metal construction in Op Art Pop Art Look with
Crystal, Brass
Unavailable
H 23.63 in Dm 6.7 in
Bakalowits Chandelier Patinated Brass Crystal Glass Strings, Emil Stejnar Style
By Emil Stejnar, Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
1955. The chain hanging height adjustable pendant lamp is made of patinated brass and lots of octagonal
Crystal, Brass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Hanging Chandelier Light Chain Lamp Plug In
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hanging Chandelier Light Chain Lamp Plug In Add a touch of retro flair
Glass, Wood
Sold
H 14 in W 14 in D 14 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lucite String Hanging Chain Pendant Lighting/Lamps
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a retro pair of Mid-Century Modern pendant lights. These hanging lamps are made with
Metal
Brass Frame Capiz Shell Saucer Hanging Pendant Swag Lamp with Long Chain
By George Nelson
Located in Chattanooga, TN
ceiling and hangs on a 15' long chain with cord. The luxurious lamp is made from thin sheets of capiz
Metal, Brass
1950s Large Industrial Enameled Hanging Pendant Lamps
Located in Hook, Hampshire
completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2
Metal
1950s Large Industrial Enamelled Hanging Pendant Lamps
Located in Hook, Hampshire
metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered electrical cable and a
Metal
Sold
H 18.9 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
1950s Industrial Large Benjamin Enamelled Hanging Ceiling Pendant Lamps, Lights
Located in Hook, Hampshire
install including; 2 metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered
Steel
Sold
H 24.81 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
1960s Industrial Ships Hanging Ceiling Pendant Lamps/Lights, with Mesh Covers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps (and a joining shackle), 2 metres of black silk covered
Metal
Sold
H 24.81 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
1960s Industrial Ships Hanging Ceiling Pendant Lamps-Lights, with Mesh Covers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
install including; 2 metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps (and a joining shackle), 2 metres
Sold
H 18.9 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
1950s Industrial Large Benjamin Enameled Hanging Ceiling - Various Qty Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
meters of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 meters of black silk covered electrical cable and a
Metal
1970's Large Scale Nautical Ships Lamps - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered electrical cable and a ceiling hook as
Aluminum
1950's Large Green Industrial Pendant Lamps - AEI Lighting
Located in Hook, Hampshire
chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black fabric covered electrical cable and a ceiling hook as
Metal
1960's Industrial Mint Green Enamel Pendant Lamps - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
comes completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres
Metal
1960's Short Industrial Green Enamel Pendant Lamps - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
comes completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres
Sheet Metal
Sold
H 22.05 in W 22.05 in D 29.93 in
1960s Industrial Black Enamel Ceiling Pendant Lamps/Light Shades - Various Qty
Located in Hook, Hampshire
install including; 2 metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black fabric covered
Enamel
Sold
H 28.35 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
1960's Very Large Czech Factory Pendant Lamps - Large Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black fabric covered electrical cable and
Sheet Metal
Sold
H 20.87 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in
1960s Industrial Explosion Proof Ceiling Pendant Lamps/Lights with Glass Dome
Located in Hook, Hampshire
install including; 2 metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered
Sold
H 15.75 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
1960s Industrial Ships Ceiling Pendant Lamps/Lights with Caged Opal Glass
Located in Hook, Hampshire
including; 2 metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps (with a joining shackle), 2 metres of black
Sold
H 22.05 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
1960s Industrial Large Enamel Ceiling Pendant Lamps/Light, New Old Stock
Located in Hook, Hampshire
metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black marl fabric covered electrical cable
Sold
H 13.78 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
1960’s Shallow Domed GEC Enamelled Pendant Lamps – 16 Inch - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
ready to install including; 2 metres of chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered
Steel
Sold
H 20.87 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in
1960s Industrial Explosion Proof Ceiling Pendant Lamps/Lights, with Glass Dome
Located in Hook, Hampshire
metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps , 2 metres of black silk covered electrical cable and a
Glass
Sold
H 20.87 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in
1960s Industrial Explosion Proof Ceiling Pendant Lamps, Lights with Glass Dome
Located in Hook, Hampshire
metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black silk covered electrical cable and a
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 23.63 in
1950s Industrial Green French Enamel Ceiling Pendant Lamps/Light - Various Qty
By Sammode
Located in Hook, Hampshire
metres of zinc coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black fabric covered electrical cable and
Metal
Sold
H 57 in W 17 in D 17 in
Vintage Sculpted Ebonized Wood Pedestal Tripod Floor Lamp with Wood & Iron Shade
Located in Germantown, MD
ebonized is supported by tripod legs. Wood slats and Iron Shade embelished with hanging chain. Shade is
Iron
Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Hanging Chain Pendant Lamp
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a unique Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut hanging chain pendant lamp . The hanging lamp
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Round Hanging Chain Resin Chandelier Pendant Lamp
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a one-of-a-kind round retro pendant lamp made with pieces of resin with a long chain. It
Metal
Sold
H 12 in W 12 in D 12 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lucite & Nylon String Hanging Chain Pendant Lamps
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a unique pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern pendant lights. These hanging lamps are made
Metal
Sold
H 40 in W 4.5 in D 0.75 in
Pepe Mendoza Brass Elephant Hanging Lamp Chain in Turquoise and Brass MEXICO
By Pepe Mendoza
Located in Chula Vista, CA
hanging chain. Dimensions: 40" H x 4 1/4" at widest x 3/4" thickest Original Preowned Vintage Piece
Malachite, Brass, Enamel
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Pendant Lamp, circa 1968
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Chrome pendant lamp with milk glass ball diffuser. Hanging lamp with adjustable chain to suit your
Chrome
1960s Industrial Large Enamel Ceiling Pendant Lamps
Located in Hook, Hampshire
coated chain for hanging the lamps, 2 metres of black marl fabric covered electrical cable and a ceiling
Metal
Brutalist Palm Leaf Pendant Lamp in Brass by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen
By Holm Sørensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish Brutalist chain-suspended hanging lamp composed of acid-treated and torch-cut brass. This
Brass
Sold
H 8.67 in Dm 14.18 in
Mid-century Gold Plated Orrefors Crystal Pendant Ceiling Lamp by Carl Fagerlund
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large hanging lamp with original chain and canopy. Designed by Carl Fagerlund and manufactured by
Crystal, Metal, Gold Plate
Rare Pop Art Memphis Red Metal & Chrome Car Chandelier Pendant Lamp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
plug for use as a table lamp but can be rewired with a hanging lamp chain at no cost upon request
Metal, Enamel
Danish Brutalist Palm Leaf Pendant by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen
By Holm Sørensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Danish Brutalist chain-suspended hanging lamp composed of acid-treated and torch-cut brass. This
Brass
Carlo Nason Chain Hanging Lamp for Mazzega in Chrome and Glass
By Carlo Nason
Located in North Hollywood, CA
master glass designer Carlo Nason. There are a few variations on the "chain" series of lamps, but this
Metal
1970's Frosted Glass Orb Hanging Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful white frosted glass hanging lamp on chrome chains. Photographed with orange lightbulb
Chrome
Sold
H 27.56 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in
Square Lobmeyr or Palwa Pendant Lamp Gilt Brass Faceted Crystal Glass, 1960s
By J.L Lobmeyr, Palwa
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Great gilt brass faceted crystal glass chain hanging pendant lamp made by the famous company
Crystal, Brass
Murano Glass Drop Chandelier Sputnik Gilt Brass Palme 1960s Venini Style
By Venini, Christoph Palme, Palwa
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
the style of Venini, Germany, circa 1960-1970. The chain-hanging length-adjustable pendant lamp has a
Metal, Brass
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
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