Danish Opaline and Wood Pendant Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury Danish glass and wood pendant light. Measures: Diameter 35 cm. Height 15 cm.
Opaline Glass, Wood
Pendant light by Verner Schou wood Denmark. 1960s.
Located in Paris, IDF
A set of three ceiling lamps, Verner Schou pendant light in wood made In by Coronell Denmark. 1970s
Wood
Fog & Mørup, Pendant Light, Metal, Glass, Wood, Denmark, 1939
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A metal, off-white glass and red-lacquered wood pendant light, model E8827, produced by Fog & Mørup
Metal
Midcentury Danish Glass and Wood Chandelier or Pendant Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury Danish glass and wood ceiling light. The height of the glass is 10.2" - 26 cm with the
Opaline Glass, Wood
Danish Modern Three- Light Holmegaard Orange Glass Chandelier/ Pendant
By Holmegaard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Danish Modern Three- Light Holmegaard Orange Glass Chandelier/ Pendant Denmark, Circa 1960s This
Brass
Scandinavian Pendant Light in Rope, Wood and Perspex
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large Scandinavian style pendant light from the 60s. Metal frame with jute rope, plastic light
Metal
Two White Opaline Ufo Pendant Light With Teak Wood
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two pendant lights in white milk glass oval ball lamp with ton sur ton 'stripe' motif in the glass
Opaline Glass, Wood
1950s Danish Light Suspension
Located in Paris, FR
Interesting 1950s suspension in colored glass, wood and metal. In good original condition.
Metal
Danish Mid-Century Teak and Opaline Glass 3-Light Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
circular wooden frame from which three light points are delicately hung by slender, light-colored
Opaline Glass, Wood
$1,672
H 24.81 in Dm 18.51 in
Stunning & Stylish & Rare Mid-Century Modern 3 Light Glass & Teakwood Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern ceiling light with teakwood and art glass shades. This vintage
Opaline Glass, Wood
Unavailable
H 27 in W 23 in
Mid Century Ceiling Lamp / Five Arm Chandelier / Danish Teak Style Pendant Light
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A beautiful Mid Century Danish pendant / chandelier with five wooden and brass arms. The milk glass
Brass
Sold
H 59.85 in W 20.48 in D 27.56 in
Vintage Caprani Floor Lamp by Mads Caprani for Caprani Light, 1970s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Krefeld, DE
denmark. With e27/e26 socket, dimmer switch, ready to use. Only small spots at the shade.
Metal
Small Danish Teak Wood Opaline Glass Pendant Light, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Small Danish opaline glass pendant lamp with teak wood top cap. The lamp has a nicely shaped milk
Glass
Fog and Morup Pendant Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pendant light
Wood
Fog and Morup Pendant Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pendant fixture
Wood
Mid Century Tri-Color Glass Pendant Light Chandelier
Located in Astoria, NY
A Danish Modern light fixture with three glass shades, each a different color, suspended from a
Glass, Wood
Fyens Glasværk / Kastrup-Holmegaard, "Louis Poulsen" Pendant Light
Located in København, Copenhagen
Fyens Glasværk / Kastrup-Holmegaard. "Louis Poulsen" pendant light in orange glass and wood. 1960s
Glass, Wood
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H 36.62 in W 34.26 in D 4.73 in
Mid-Century Modern Three-Light Chandelier with Curved Wood Structure, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Mid-Century Modern three-light chandelier with curved wood structure, 1960s Three-light chandelier
Rope, Glass, Wood
Scandinavian Tear Drop Sky Blue Cased Glass Pendant Light Fixture
By Prescolite, Holmegaard, Fog & Mørup, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in New Windsor, NY
Sky blue and white cased glass hanging light fixture with wood finial. The bulb socket bares the
Glass, Wood
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H 15.75 in W 27.56 in D 7.88 in
Scandinavian 6 Light Chandelier in Teak Wood with Granulated Perspex shades
Located in London, GB
style of Danish Ceiling Light/ Chandelier insofar that the shades are rectangular in shape - rather than
Acrylic, Teak
Original Caprani Pendant Light, 1980s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
with wood top * Designer: Mads Caprani * Manufacturer: Caprani Light A/S Denmark * Year: 1980s
Fabric, Wood
Original Caprani Pendant Lights, 1980s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
pleated off-white pendant lights with wood top. * Designer: Mads Caprani * Manufacturer: Caprani Light A/S
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Danish Glass and Wood Chandelier or Pendant Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-Century Danish glass and wood chandelier or pendant light.
Opaline Glass, Wood
Copper Pendant Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
This vintage, modernist light fixture is crafted in copper. Measures: Diameter 35 cm. Height
Brass, Copper
Mad Men Pendant Light
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
As seen in the recent episode of Mad Men, charming Danish teak pendant light with milk glass shade.
Glass, Wood
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H 10.63 in Dm 17.72 in
Scandinavian Modern Beech wood pendant light by Jan Wickelgren, 1970s, Sweden
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
A pendant light in bend Beech wood with a Canvas shade designed by Jan Wickelgren in the 1970s for
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
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H 10.63 in Dm 17.72 in
Scandinavian Modern Beech wood pendant light by Jan Wickelgren, 1970s, Sweden
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
A pendant light in bend Beech wood with a Canvas shade designed by Jan Wickelgren in the 1970s for
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
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H 10.63 in Dm 17.72 in
Scandinavian Modern Beech wood pendant light by Jan Wickelgren, 1970s, Sweden
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
A pendant light in bend Beech wood with a Canvas shade designed by Jan Wickelgren in the 1970s for
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Pendant Light, 1970s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful Japanese-style Mid-Century Modern wooden pendant light from circa the 1970s. Wooden
Wood
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H 23.63 in Dm 20.08 in
Extra Large Hans Agne Jakobsson Slats Chipboard Pendant Light for Markaryd
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in München, DE
Elegant large Hans Agne Jakobsson pendant light for Markaryd, Sweden. Made of wood stripes twisted
Wood
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H 26.23 in Dm 17.52 in
Bent Karlby, Pendant Light, Brass, Lacquered Metal, Glass, Lyfa, Denmark, 1950s
By Bent Karlby, Lyfa
Located in High Point, NC
A modernist pendant light. Design attributed to Bent Karlby, presumably manufactured by Lyfa. I
Brass
Brass and Glass Pendant Light with wood by Coronell, 1970s
By Coronell Elektro
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Brass and glass pendant (P 36) by Werner Schou, and produced by Coronell in the early 1970s
Brass
12-Light Baroque Style Carved Gilt Wood Chandelier, Denmark, Circa:1935
Located in Alexandria, VA
This striking chandelier is hand carved wood and hand gilded. The 12 lights have poly-beeswax
Giltwood
Mid-Century Modern Danish Hanging Light
Located in Culver City, CA
The elegant, artful design of this modern hanging light reminds of an abstracted cluster of white
Glass, Wood, Plastic
Mid Century Modern Danish Style 6 Light Fixture
Located in Hialeah, FL
A Mid Century Modern Danish Style 6 Light Fixture. Spun Plastic Shades.
Plastic, Wood
French Mid Century Danish Style 5 Light Fixture
Located in Hialeah, FL
French Mid Century Danish Style Fixture, 5 Light.
Wood, Plastic
French Mid Century Modern 5 Light Fixture, Danish Style
Located in Hialeah, FL
A French Mid Century Modern 5 Light Fixture, Danish Style. Spun Plastic Shades, Wood Frame.
Wood, Plastic
French Mid Century Modern 6 Light Fixture, Danish Style
Located in Hialeah, FL
French mid century modern 6 light fixture, textured plastic shades. Danish style.
Wood, Plastic
French Mid Century Modern 8 Light Danish Style Fixture
Located in Hialeah, FL
A French Mid Century Modern 8 Light Suspended Fixture, Danish Style.
Wood, Plastic
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H 10.6 in Dm 9.8 in
Amber Crystal Pendant 1950s Scandinavian Midcentury Amber Crystal Glass Light
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Amber crystal pendant - 1950s Scandinavian amber crystal lamp with inner glass and dark wooden top
Crystal, Brass
Fun Light Fixture in the Style of Verner Panton
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Fun light fixture in the style of Verner Panton
Wood
Fun Light Fixture in the Style of Verner Panton
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Iconic light fixture in the style of Verner Panton
Wood
Danish Modern Light Fixture
Located in Stamford, CT
Danish Mid-Century Modern five-light fixture with frosted glass shades and brass accents.
Brass
Cosmo Light, Danish Modern Ceiling Pendent, circa 1970
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Cosmo Light Denmark circa 1970 probably balsa wood 12.5 inches high x 11.75 inches in diameter
Wood
Holmegaard Teardrop Trio White Glass Pendant Light
By Holmegaard
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
Holmegaard teardrop trio white glass pendant light. Three white glass teardrops with teak
Milk Glass, Wood
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
Brass
$6,879 / item
H 5.91 in Dm 66.93 in
Murano Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Chandelier / Wall Light, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
Wonderful piece of Murano that can be mounted both as a wall lamp and as a ceiling chandelier. Particular and original applique from the Murano glass factory. The wall light/chandel...
Brass
Monumental Akari Model 70F Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Akari, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Glendale, CA
Monumental Akari model 70F light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with original Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari light...
Metal
$669Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$2,560 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
Handcrafted Farmhouse Fluted Porcelain Pendant With Trumpet Shape
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. On their own they make a statement with their gentle flared bottoms and deep fluting. Hang in multiples for extra oomph. These cas...
Brass
$1,373 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
$12,920 / item
H 35.44 in W 66.93 in D 66.93 in
Large Contemporary Italian Chandelier Brass and Glass, 12 Arms
By Angelo Lelii, Stilnovo
Located in Bochum, NRW
Trendy Mid Century Italian Style, this beautiful ceiling fixture impresses by its lines simplicity and clean design. 170x170x35 cm (WxDxH) Made of brass and with mate glass globe sh...
Brass
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
On Hold|$23,178 / set
H 20.87 in W 11.82 in D 3.55 in
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Rare Pair of Large Sconces, Italy 1955
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in Brescia, Brescia
Designed in 1955 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, this rare pair of large wall sconces exemplifies the poetic elegance and technical mastery that defined postwar Italian lighting. Ea...
Metal, Brass
$6,663
H 49.22 in Dm 20.48 in
Florian Schulz extra Large Vintage Counterbalance Pendant Light in Brass, 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Rare and elegant, early version of large counter balance pendant light by Florian Schulz, made in Germany in the 1970s. This model is out of production since the 1980s. The pendant l...
Brass
On Hold|$1,800
H 4.5 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in
1970s Veca Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp in the Manner of Max Ingrand
By Max Ingrand, VECA
Located in Glendale, CA
1970s Veca Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp in the Manner of Max Ingrand Executed in thick green Murano glass on a black metal frame that fits together over an opaline diffuser. The lamp ...
Metal
$3,800 / item
H 15 in Dm 19.63 in
VOLARE Large Pendant Light in Dark Bronze & Blown Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
Volare draws inspiration from a collection of ornate pendants discovered by founders Kelly and Josh during a family trip to Washington, D.C. Featuring a substantial 20" pressed-glass...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Glossy Cream Ceramic Chandelier in Antique Brass 5-Arm 42.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Five antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to five tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut orb...
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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