A Twenty-Four Light Crystal Glass Chandelier
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
separately. Baccarat retails this model as 'Zenith chandelier 24 lights'. Described as "the iconic chandelier
Cut Glass
Art Deco Glass Ceiling Lamp with Copper Base by Zenith, 1930s, Germany
By Zenith
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Glass Ceiling Lamp with Copper Base by Zenith, 1930s, Germany Elegant and minimal design
Copper
$938
H 3.54 in Dm 13.78 in
Mid-Century German Glass Plafoniere Ceiling Lamp with Zenith Sockets, 1950s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Glass Plafoniere Ceiling Lamp with Zenith Sockets, 1950s, in Very Good
Metal
$1,708Sale Price|20% Off
H 15.75 in Dm 3.94 in
Large Danish aluminum pendant light, Zénith model, Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian pendant light. Made up of a large aluminum cylinder lined with a grained black metal cylinder, it offers lighting with very intimate nuances. Total height widely ...
Aluminum
Jo Hammerborg Zenith Pendant by Fog and Morup
By Fog and Morup, Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jo Hammerborg model Zenith manufactured by Danish Fog & Mørup circa 1967. Tubular aluminum design
Aluminum
Unavailable
H 15.75 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Pair of Midcentury Zenith Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Berkhamsted, GB
A pair of large Zenith pendants in aluminum and charcoal grey lacquered metal with hot pink
Aluminum
Early 18th Century Late Gustavian Chandelier
Located in Stockholm, SE
true Swedish Classic from the Zenith of Swedish chandelier producing. The brass and bronze frame is
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
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H 78.75 in Dm 55.12 in
Large Thirty-Six-Arm Baccarat "Zenith" Chandelier Designed by Philippe Starck
By Baccarat
Located in London, GB
A large 36-arm Crystal chandelier designed by Philippe Starck for Baccarat Paris. Zenith Comete
Crystal
Fantome Ceiling Lamp by Arik Levy for Baccarat with White Shade
By Arik Levy, Baccarat
Located in Vancouver, BC
The unit draws inspiration from the form of Baccarat’s illustrious Zénith chandelier by reinventing
Crystal, Metal
Orange Glazed Ceramic Pendant Light by Zenith, Italy 1950s
By Zenith
Located in Chicago, IL
. Unmarked; the matching green pendant below retains its original ‘Zenith’ sticker maker's mark. Italy, 1950s
Ceramic
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H 14.57 in W 16.54 in D 12.2 in
Zenith Onyx 2-Light Sconce w/Black Shade by Philippe Starck for Baccarat
By Philippe Starck, Baccarat
Located in Vancouver, BC
it was first created, the Zénith chandelier has continued to illuminate exceptional palaces and homes
Crystal, Aluminum
Philippe Starck For Baccarat 'Zenith' Black Crystal Chandelier
By Baccarat, Philippe Starck
Located in Astoria, NY
French modern 'Zenith' black crystal chandelier designed by famed French designer Philippe Starck
Crystal
Green Glazed Ceramic Pendant Light by Zenith, Italy 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
brass finish. Retains its original ‘Zenith’ sticker maker's mark on the fixture interior. Italy, 1950s
Ceramic
Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, Zenith Ceiling Pendants, Denmark, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hitchin, England
A pair of Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup Zenith ceiling pendants produced by manufacturer Fog
Aluminum
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H 15.75 in Dm 5.52 in
Jo Hammerborg Zenith Pendant Light Brushed Aluminum Fog & Morup, Denmark, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Basel, BS
Zenith pendant light designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s in Denmark. Made of
Aluminum
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H 15.75 in Dm 5.52 in
1960s Jo Hammerborg Scandinavian Metal Pendant Lamp "Zenith" for Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Danish Mid-Century Modern metal pendant lamps designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Mørup in 1967. Manufacturing label inside the lamp.
Metal
Pair of Zenith Ceiling Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pendant lamp, model Zenith, was designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by the Danish
Zenith Pendant Lamps by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s Set of 2.
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
Zenith pendant light by Johannes Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. Johannes Hammerborg is best known for
Aluminum
Baccarat Crystall Arik Levy "Torch" Black Lampashade Lamp, France, 2015
By Arik Levy, Baccarat
Located in Cagliari, IT
Designed by Arik Levy, the Torch lamps were inspired by the emblematic Zénith chandelier, which it
Crystal
Mid-Century Modernist Eight Light Crystal "Zenith" Chandelier by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
This breathtaking Mid-Century Modernist Eight Light Crystal "Zenith" Chandelier is by the world
Crystal
Baccarat Zenith Eight-Light Chandelier
By Philippe Starck, Baccarat
Located in Stockton, NJ
Stunning full-lead crystal Zenith chandelier by Baccarat. Measurements are from the crystal canopy.
Baccarat Style Zenith 14L Black Chandelier After Philippe Stark
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic black noir chandelier made in the manner and style of Baccarat's zenith chandelier. The
Metal
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H 18.51 in W 5.12 in D 12.6 in
Pair of Modern French Clear Crystal Baccarat Arik Levy Design Ceiling Lamps
By Baccarat
Located in Brescia, IT
The unit draws inspiration from the form of Baccarat's illustrious Zénith chandelier by reinventing
Crystal
Baccarat Pair of Clear Crystal Ceiling Lamps by Arik Levy Design
By Baccarat
Located in Brescia, IT
The unit draws inspiration from the form of Baccarat's illustrious Zénith chandelier by reinventing
Crystal
Philippe Starck for Baccarat / Zenith Long Twelve-Light Chandelier
By Philippe Starck, Baccarat
Located in Dallas, TX
From Baccarat's Zenith collection by French designer Philippe Starck, the Zenith long twelve-light
Crystal, Metal
Baccarat Zenith Crystal Noir Chandelier by Philippe Starck 24 Light
By Baccarat
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Baccarat Zenith crystal noir chandelier by Philippe Starck 24 light A superb and stunning example
Crystal
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H 25.2 in Dm 13.78 in
Modern French Clear Crystal Baccarat Silk Lampshade Arik Levy Design Table Lamp
By Baccarat
Located in Brescia, IT
Designed by Arik Levy the torch lamp was inspired by the emblematic Zénith chandelier which it
Crystal
Contemporary Baccarat Zenith Black Crystal Noir Chandelier by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Baccarat
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an incredible, black crystal, Zenith Noir hanging light fixture
Crystal
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H 15.75 in Dm 5.52 in
Pair of Zenith Midcentury Pendants, Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice style of lighting - iconic model - maked by label - rare in pair - very good original condition.
Metal, Aluminum
Zenith by Jo Hammerborg
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Antwerp, BE
and the ceiling. The Zenith is slim and tall compared to the Tunika (another variation on the three
Aluminum
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H 15.95 in Dm 5.52 in
Pair of Zenith Lamps Designed by Jo Hammerborg, Produced by Fog & Mørup in 1967
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Middelfart, Fyn
These stunning pendant lamps, model Zenith, was designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by the
Aluminum
Antique Enameled Gilt Bronze Carriage Clock
Located in London, GB
The contrast between rich blue enamel, in light and dark hues, and bright gilt bronze gives this carriage clock a sumptuous, luxurious feel. With a timeless design, the clock could b...
Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze
$6,524
H 49.22 in W 77.56 in D 33.86 in
Restoration Period Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Sofa Bed, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Restoration period mahogany veneered boat-shaped bed with a slightly overturned bedside. The front is soberly dressed with an ormolu plaque with scrolls and flowers framing a female ...
Bronze
$46,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.25 in W 22.5 in D 27.25 in
Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze Mantel Clock by Henri Picard & Fedinand Barbedienne
By F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Very Fine French 19th Century Gilt-Bronze Figural Mantel Clock, Horloge à Poser, by Henri Picard and Fedinand Barbedienne - ‘F. Barbédienne & Cie. / A Paris’, after the model by É...
Bronze, Ormolu
$246,323
H 103.15 in W 98.04 in D 91.34 in
Exhibition Austrian Neo-Baroque Carved Mahogany Bed, circa 1890
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
An Exceptional Exhibition Austrian Neo-Baroque Carved Mahogany Bed The Foot and Headboard Finely Carved With Figural Crests and Inset with Gilt-Bronze Relief Panels Depicting the Fiv...
Bronze
19th Century Tester Bed
Located in New Orleans, LA
This lavish American tester bed exhibits superior craftsmanship and detail. The design is embellished with elaborate carvings on the headboard and sides. The stunning wood grain enha...
Silk, Wood
$15,700
H 5 in W 8 in D 5 in
Ferdinand Barbedienne, A French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Jardiniere, C. 1870
By Louis-Constant Sevin, Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
Ferdinand Barbedienne, A French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Jardiniere, C. 1870, The Design Attributed to Louis Constant Sevin. An exceptional quality turquoise-ground champlevé e...
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
$171,057
H 74.81 in W 40.16 in D 10.24 in
Pair of George II Style English Giltwood ‘Rococo’ Wall Mirrors
By Thomas Johnson, London 1
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Magnificent Pair of George II Style English Carved Giltwood ‘Rococo’ Wall Mirrors After A Design By Thomas Johnson. Of large proportions, each mirror having a cartouche-shaped pla...
Gesso, Giltwood
19th Century Meissen Porcelain 'Elements' Ewer Emblematic of Water
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A 19th century Meissen porcelain 'Elements' ewer emblematic of water. Blue crossed swords mark. The present ewer, representing water, is after the set modelled by Johann Joachim Ka¨n...
Porcelain
Steuben Amethyst Hand Blown Optic Rib Plates & Stemware Service for 12
By Steuben Glass
Located in Great Barrington, MA
What an amazing collection of Steuben's hand blown amethyst crystal dinner service for 12! All hand blown in the more desirable form of optic ribbing that gives each piece a special ...
Crystal
$56,807 / set
H 28.35 in W 22.84 in D 14.57 in
Amazing set of Art Nouveau Nesting Tables by Emile Galle ''Thistle'' 1905 Walnut
By Émile Gallé
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
A set of four French Art Nouveau nesting tables by Emile Gallé decorated with fruitwood marquetry in a motif of carlile thistle and butterflies. Each table represents a different sta...
Wood, Walnut
$9,872
H 20.87 in W 6.3 in D 18.12 in
19th Century French Empire Style Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock, c.1870
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century French Empire style ormolu bronze mantle clock. The foliate surround gilt dial, Inside with eight day movement with strike on bell. The top mounted with a figure...
Bronze, Ormolu
$75,467
H 28 in W 30 in D 10.5 in
Grand French Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock in the Empire Style
Located in London, GB
Constructed in bronze, patinated and gilt; the rectangular form case supported on engraved oblate spherical feet, the frieze dressed with a row of female masks capping pillars, linke...
Bronze, Ormolu
$65,000
H 9.06 in W 27.56 in D 14.97 in
Centerpiece, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, France, 1900, Sign: Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Centerplace, Sign: Christofle Metal: Silver plated We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at...
Metal
$57,629 / set
H 34.65 in W 18.51 in D 15.36 in
Pair of Malachite and Gilt Bronze Stands in the Neoclassical Style
Located in London, GB
Pair of malachite and gilt bronze stands in the Neoclassical style French, 20th century Measures: Height 88cm, width 47cm, depth 39cm Each pedestal in this pair, wrought from gi...
Malachite, Ormolu, Bronze
$89,188
H 56.7 in W 21.66 in D 10.63 in
Grand Figural Cartel Clock, After a Design by Gilles-Marie Oppenord
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
An Important and Extremely Rare Grand Figural Cartel Clock, After a Design by Gilles-Marie Oppenord. Of grand proportions and of exceptional quality this rare cartel clock is after...
Ormolu
$86,008
H 99.81 in W 88.59 in D 22.84 in
Neo-Renaissance style cabinet with painted enamels signed by Theophile Soyer
By Théophile Soyer
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This two-bodies Neo-Renaissance style display cabinet with two glass doors was made in the second half of the nineteenth century in waxed walnut. The enamel plates, remarkable in the...
Enamel
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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