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Vintage Midcentury Verner Panton Rings Chandelier
By Verner Panton
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage MCM Verner Panton ring drop chandelier. Beautiful rings of laser cut plexi in a
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Italian Mid-Century Chandelier with Glass Blossoms, 1955, Murano
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vienna, AT
fixed with a tiny metal ring.
The height of the chandelier without the chain is 24 cm / 9.45 in. We
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Golden Murano Glass Chandelier with “Vere” Decorations, 20th Century, Italy
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Golden murano glass chandelier with “Vere” decorations, 20th century, Italy.
This extraordinary
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20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold
Transparent Venetian Murano Glass Chandelier with 16 Lights, 21st Century
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Transparent Venetian Murano glass chandelier with 16 lights, 21st century.
Superb example of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Bronze with Custard Slip Shades, Deco Rococo Masterpiece Original Patina
By Mid-West Chandelier Co.
Located in Prescott, US
sends this vintage chandelier to the head of its class.
In manufacture, the bronze had been patinated to
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Mid-20th Century American Rococo Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Mid 20th Century Regency Murano Glass Rings Chandelier
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning vintage Regency chandelier. A chic Italian fixture with gorgeous two color Murano glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Murano Vistosi Chandelier
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Austin, TX
Italian chandelier from the iconic Vistosi Studio on the Island of Murano. This piece features
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Vivre 2 Rings Chandelier
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
The Vivre offers exquisite vintage details with a decidedly modern profile. The dark neutral tones
Category
2010s Portuguese Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Agate, Brass
Vintage Mid-20th Century French Iron and Brass Ring Chandelier with 6 Torches
Located in Casteren, NL
This elegant chandelier was made in France in the 1960s. It features a black patinated steel ring
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Vintage Italian Six-Arm Brass Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Six brass arms are secured by the center black enameled sphere with brass ring detail. The arced
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage 1920's Neoclassical Bronze Chandelier
Located in Hudson, NY
a powder room, small entrance hall, or covered porch. The metalwork is composed of an embossed ring
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Spanish Vintage Five-Light Gilded Metal Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
chandelier features a circular central ring decorated with Rosettes on its circumference. Five scrolled arms
Category
20th Century Spanish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Vintage Murano Crystal Chandelier of Five Lights
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A petite, but extremely ornate vintage Italian chandelier of five lights, its extravagantly curling
Category
20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
6 Light Adolf Loos Ring Hanging Chandelier
By Adolf Loos
Located in East Hampton, NY
This chandelier is a vintage rendition of the original, first used in 1899 at the Café Museum
Category
20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Regency French Bronze Art Nouveau Figural Chandelier
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning vintage Regency bronze chandelier. A chic Art Nouveau period piece with a ring of female
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
French Vintage Crystal and Iron Four-Light Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French vintage crystal and painted iron four-light chandelier. This French mid-20th century
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Iron
Vintage Murano Glass Chandelier with Flecks of Gold
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Mid-Century Italian Murano Chandelier of gold, hand-blown glass measures 27" in total
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Late 20th Century Regency Gilt Bamboo Spiral Chandelier
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Regency spiral chandelier. A chic gilt bamboo center post with a spiral ring of
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Late 20th Century American Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Indian Gold And Silver Spinel Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
An Indian Gold and Silver chandelier earrings. The earrings are encrusted with colorless Spinel
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20th Century Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Donghia Vetri D'arte Murano 6 Arm Chandelier
By Donghia
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A vintage vetri d'arte Murano 6 arm chandelier more than likely designed by Seguso for Donghia. The
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage French Empire Brass Swans & Porcelain Chandelier 5 Light
Located in Lake Worth, FL
our recent Palm beach estate fine lighting acquisitions of a
vintage French empire brass swans and
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Sputnik Space Age Chandelier Pendant Light, Mid Century 70s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Vintage sputnik space age chandelier pendant light with 5 opaline glass shades. The chrome rings
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Vintage 1970s Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass
Vintage Williamsburg Colonial Revival 24 Arm Polished Brass Chandelier 40"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Williamsburg style chandelier featuring stacked orbs with ring drop finial and twenty four
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Late 20th Century American Colonial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury French Polished Steel Eight Light Acanthus Leaves Ring Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French vintage polished steel eight-light chandelier from the mid-20th century, with acanthus
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
1960s Five Ring Sculptural Chandelier Brass and Mahogany Mexico City
By Lightolier, Stilnovo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
Modern Five Ring Swirling Sculptural Chandelier from Mexico City 1960s
Unmarked
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Vintage Chandelier Circular Brass Hugo Gorge circa 1930 Vienna
By Hugo Gorge
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage brass chandelier in circular shape attributed to Hugo Gorge, circa 1930 Vienna.
A
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1960s Alluring Five Ring Sculptural Chandelier Brass and Mahogany Mexico City
By Lightolier, Stilnovo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modern Five Ring Swirling Sculptural Chandelier from Mexico City 1960s
Unmarked. Crisp Clean design
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Vintage Four-Light Black Iron Chandelier with Torch Shaped Arms
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French vintage four-light black iron chandelier. This French iron chandelier from the mid-20th
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20th Century French Rustic Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron
French Vintage Eight-Light Iron Round Chandelier with C-Scroll Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French mid-20th century iron chandelier with eight lights. This French vintage chandelier
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Antique Brass Ring Chandelier with Frosted Holophane Glass Shades by GEC
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1, Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
Exquisite Brass Chandelier by General Electric
An attractive and impressive electrolier made in
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Vintage 1920s English Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Antique Copper Ring Chandelier With Prismatic Holophane Glass Shades By Gec
By Holophane, General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
EXQUISITE COPPER CHANDELIER BY GENERAL ELECTRIC
An attractive and impressive electrolier made in
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Vintage 1920s English Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Copper
Large Antique Vintage Holophane Ceiling Chandelier Pendant Lamp Wall Light Set
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
Stiletto' chandelier and pair of glass wall lights, England circa 1920.
- The chandelier comprises of a
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Early 20th Century British Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Copper
H 29.14 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
Mid-Century Modern Brass Crystal Vintage Chandelier Gaetano Sciolari Italy 1960s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Vienna, AT
This sparkling brass and crystal vintage chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari (1927-1994)
consists of
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
H 24.81 in Dm 24.81 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Chrome Atomic Space Age Sputnik Orbit Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
Vintage midcentury Italian chrome atomic Space Age Sputnik orbit chandelier
Measures:
Diameter 17
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
French Mid-20th Century Iron Ring Chandelier with Eight Torch-Shaped Lights
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French circular iron eight-light chandelier from the mid-20th century. This vintage French hand
Category
20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron
Pair of French Vintage Empire Style Six-Light Crystal Basket-Shaped Chandeliers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Empire-style six-light chandeliers from the early to mid-20th century. These
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20th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Vintage Murano Glass Accent Chandelier, Space Age Era Chrome Nason Mazzega Style
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning Murano chandelier from the Atomic Era, made in clear blown glass and designed in the style
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 37.41 in Dm 15.75 in
Aries Chandelier
By Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Suggestive after the fire sign it is named after, Aries features tapered conical arms in vintage
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Vintage Circa 1970s White Pearl Solitaire Ring 14 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
A lovely freshwater pearl exuding soft overtone hues of green and pink rests atop The Amelie Ring
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Six-Light Black Iron Ring Chandelier with Scroll Motifs and Domed Canopy
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian six-light black iron vintage chandelier. This mid-20th century Italian chandelier
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Mid-20th Century Ring Shaped Dark Iron Chandelier with Floral and Leaf Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French six-light circular iron chandelier from the mid-20th century. This vintage French iron
Category
20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron
Crystal Spheres Chandelier
By Il Paralume Marina
Located in Milan, IT
Boasting an elegant and imposing silhouette, this exceptional chandelier showcases 16 hand-cut
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Steel
French 6-Light Ornate Iron Ring Chandelier in C-Scroll Motif & Bow Linked Chains
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French vintage six-light iron chandelier in a round ring shape. This French chandelier from the
Category
Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron
Murano Glass Chandelier
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
chandelier.
This vintage model is in very good condition with a total of 149 crystal Murano glass links which
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Large Painted Wood Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Large painted wood chandelier, eight-light arranged around a 33 inch diameter ring with a carved
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2010s American Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood
Indian Vintage Spherical Iron Light Fixture with Concentric Rings and Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian vintage spherical iron light fixture from the mid 20th century, unwired. We have several
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Vintage silver earring by Swedish Master Sigurd Persson. Made 1964.
By Sigurd Persson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This is not an ear ring but a piece of art.
Sigurd Persson was one of Swedens absolute best
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Silver
Circular Chandelier by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring of lights chandelier by Lumfardo Luminaires. 28 E12 candelabra based chandelier in satin
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Neoclassical Gilt-Tole and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Neoclassical gilt-tole and crystal chandelier, circa 1860-1880 with two tiers of pierced tole rings
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Iron, Tôle
Mid-Century Modern Hungarian Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
mounted on a grid of concentric rings and metal arches. Both artistic and eclectic it imparts a fun
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Bronze and Murano Glass Tube Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Italian Murano glass tube and antique bronze chandelier featuring crystal clear Murano glass tubes
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Limburg 1 of 3 1970s Vintage "Iron" Rings Glass & Brass Pendant Lights or Lamps
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Limburg Glashütte one of a set of three of "iron" rings bell pendant lamps / lights / lanterns with
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Gold Dust Murano Daffodil Chandelier, 6 Arms
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in Plainview, NY
A stunning vintage 1950's all Murano glass chandelier attributed to Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano
Category
20th Century Romantic Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Stilnovo Brass and Opaline Glass Six Globe Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Chicago, IL
This Stilnovo brass and satin opaline glass 6 globe chandelier hails from Italy's 1950s era of
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Extraordinary Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Kaiser, Germany, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
perspex shade and brass rings inside.
The light requires 3 E14 light bulbs. Good vintage condition
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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H 24.41 in Dm 13.39 in
Late 19th Century Bronze and Crystal Empire Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
of New Orleans. Each chandelier and lantern comes with a vintage canopy, three feet of chain, and
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Antique Late 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
1930s Mission Four Light Chandelier Solid Brass Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
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No markings
Chandelier hangs from one brass ring.
Edison bulbs (40 watts) are exposed, giving a soft
Category
Vintage 1930s Mexican Spanish Colonial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Palwa Gilt Brass and Optic Lens Crystal Chandelier
By Palwa
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage glamorous 1960s chandelier by Palwa of Germany. Round venturi shaped with interlinked gilt
Category
Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bronze and Crystal Chandelier, French Early 20th Century
Located in New Orleans, LA
, then pointed tear drops hang below. Three concentric rings follow in this pattern giving the chandelier
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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Palwa Crown Pendant Spot Light Chandeliers, C1970s, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Trensacq, FR
Palwa pendant light chandeliers circa 1970s Germany.
Two tiers of octagonal crystals, crowned with
Category
Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Cut Glass
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Vintage Ring Chandeliers For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of vintage ring chandeliers for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage ring chandeliers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. There are 642 antique and vintage vintage ring chandeliers for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 27 modern editions to choose from as well. Vintage ring chandeliers have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Vintage ring chandeliers made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Palwa, Fog & Mørup and Jo Hammerborg each produced beautiful vintage ring chandeliers that are worth considering.
How Much are Vintage Ring Chandeliers?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,488, while they’re typically $65 on the low end and $150,000 highest priced.
Finding the Right chandeliers-pendant-lights for You
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 and vintage 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 (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), 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.
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 whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — 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.
Questions About Vintage Ring Chandeliers
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to spot an authentic vintage chandelier is to check the materials used, which will be either brass, bronze or copper. The drops also were usually faceted on both sides as opposed to modern day chandeliers that have one faceted side and one smooth side. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic vintage chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What are vintage style rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage-style rings are rings that draw inspiration from jewelry created 20 or more years ago. For example, a vintage-style ring may feature two-tone metalwork and an oval setting, which were attributes of jewelry designed during the Retro period, or the ornate geometric details and step-cut diamonds that are associated with the Art Deco era. Find a large collection of rings on 1stDibs.
- What year is vintage for rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023What year is vintage for rings varies over time. Generally, rings that are 20 to 80 years old are considered vintage. Rings made 100 years ago or more would be considered antiques. On 1stDibs, explore a range of vintage and antique rings from some of the world's top dealers.
- Why should I buy vintage rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023There are a few reasons why you might want to buy vintage rings. One is that most vintage rings were handmade, making them high-quality and one-of-a-kind pieces. Another is that many vintage rings have timeless looks that are visually appealing. Plus, some vintage rings are desirable to collectors, so their value may increase over time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage rings from some of the world's top dealers.
- What were vintage rings made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Vintage rings were made from a variety of materials. Many artisans used sterling silver, platinum and gold alloys like 14-karat and 18-karat gold. Some pieces also featured gemstones like diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds as well as turquoise, jade and other materials like pearls and crystals. Shop a variety of vintage rings on 1stDibs.
- What are vintage rings called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What vintage rings are called varies. It's correct to simply call any ring that is 20 to 99 years old a vintage ring. However, some people may call them by other names. Rings from the 1940s may be referred to as War Year rings, while mid-century and retro are other terms for pieces from the 1950s and ’60s. You may also see vintage rings described by their styles. For example, a ring flaunting a single diamond or colored gemstone is a solitaire, while one showcasing a primary stone surrounded by a ring of smaller accent stones is a halo ring. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A vintage engagement ring is generally defined as an engagement ring that is 20 to 80 years old. By definition, “antique” applies to anything that is 100 years or older. The most popular vintage styles for engagement rings are Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco. Vintage engagement rings could feature traditional diamonds or colored gemstones. Find a wide variety of vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- What age is a vintage ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023The age of a vintage ring is at least 20 years. If a ring is at least 100 years older, the piece is an antique. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern rings from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To tell if a vintage ring is real, examine its details. Older pieces are usually handmade, so they’ll often lack perfect symmetry or feature minor flaws in the details. Does it show signs of wear and tear that normally wouldn’t appear on a new accessory? Stamps and/or markings inside the band may indicate the content of the metal as well as the manufacturer. You can consult online resources to see if the stylistic characteristics match jewelry from the era during which you believe the ring originated. Certified appraisers or seasoned professionals within the jewelry industry can also help you determine the age of a piece. If you wish to know if a vintage ring’s gemstone is real, consult an experienced gemologist. Shop a range of jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023A vintage-style engagement ring is a piece of bridal jewelry designed in the style of rings produced in the past. Many vintage-style engagement rings borrow elements from Victorian, Art Deco or Edwardian jewelry. Although the rings may closely resemble authentic antique or vintage rings, they are actually contemporary pieces produced in recent years. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, vintage engagement rings are popular among some people. Many find the details of rings produced during the last 20 to 99 years to be visually appealing. In fact, some contemporary jewelry makers even draw inspiration from vintage designs. Some people also prefer vintage rings because they inherit them from relatives or because they like the idea of wearing an engagement ring that has a history. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- How do vintage mood rings work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage mood rings work because of their unique stones. Rather than being set with a precious gemstone, mood rings feature thermoplastic liquid crystals layered under a protective coating that is sensitive to temperature changes. When your body temperature rises and falls, the shift causes the crystals to react and show off different colors. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of vintage rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023A vintage engagement ring is generally any engagement ring that dates back 20 to 80 years. Rings that are 100 or more years old are antiques. The design of a vintage engagement ring is influenced by each era's artistic visions, cultural movements and preferences in materials, gemstones and motifs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023You can buy vintage engagement rings from many sources. Local estate sales, auctions and secondhand shops can be good local sources. Another option is to shop for vintage pieces on trusted online platforms. You can find a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023You can find vintage engagement rings in many places. If you want to shop in person, check out second-hand stores, auction houses and estate sales. Browsing the collections of trusted online platforms can also allow you to quickly discover many vintage pieces. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Whether halo engagement rings are vintage depends on their age. Any ring made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage, while older pieces are antiques. Halo engagement rings emerged during the Art Deco period and have remained popular since. As a result, you can find many antique and vintage examples, as well as contemporary rings that show off a central gemstone surrounded by a halo of accent stones. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of halo engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and classic engagement rings has to do with taste and time. Vintage engagement rings date back 20 to 80 years and occupy the sweet spot between historic and modern. Whether or not an engagement ring is "classic" may pertain solely to the style of the ring. The solitaire setting is considered a classic setting for engagement rings. Tiffany & Co. broadly helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still the quintessential engagement ring style. Designed to maximize a diamond's sparkle, the trademark Tiffany Setting elevated the stone on six prongs (in contrast to the bezel setting, which was common at the time). In the late 1800s, Cartier sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible, and the house's Solitaire 1895 engagement ring is considered a classic engagement ring. Find antique and vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Details that reflect the trends of previous eras are what make an engagement ring look vintage. During the 1940s, engagement rings often featured two-tone metal bands and small central stones flanked by accent stones like baguettes. During the 1950s, World War II-era restrictions on platinum were finally lifted, and many people chose platinum engagement rings set with a single brilliant-cut diamond. The 1960s brought colored gemstones into fashion, and engagement rings from the 1970s and ’80s often featured bold, flashy geometric designs. In the 1990s, marquise diamonds and white gold and platinum metals were popular. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024There are several reasons why people buy vintage engagement rings. Some prefer the way jewelry looked in decades past and select vintage pieces that fit their tastes. Others choose vintage engagement rings to get a unique, one-of-a-kind piece or like the idea of their jewelry having a long history. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
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