A Twenty-Four Light Crystal Glass Chandelier
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
Baccarat retails this model as 'Zenith chandelier 24 lights'. Described as "the iconic chandelier par excellence, the Zenith collection showcases the meticulous finery of Baccarat's ...
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 hanging lamp Lampshade is in good condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulb....
Copper
Silver Zenith Pendant Light, Small by Radar
Located in Geneve, CH
Silver Zenith Pendant Light, Small by Radar. Dimensions: Diameter 40 x H 20 cm. Materials: Silver thermoformed glass, matte black lacquered metal structure. (Bulb not included). Als...
Metal
Gold Zenith Pendant Light, Large by Radar
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Zenith Pendant Light, Large by Radar. Dimensions: Diameter 70 x H 20 cm. Materials: Gold thermoformed glass, matte black lacquered metal structure. (Bulb not included). Also av...
Metal
$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 conditions. Designed 1950 to 1959. Up to 250V (Europe/UK Standard).The wiring of this item ...
Metal
$1,699Sale 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, Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jo Hammerborg model Zenith manufactured by Danish Fog & Mørup circa 1967. Tubular aluminum design with matte dark anthracite diffusor. Ruby red reflection surface inside tube to emit...
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 Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Berkhamsted, GB
A pair of large Zenith pendants in aluminum and charcoal grey lacquered metal with hot pink interiors. Designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1960s.
Aluminum
Early 18th Century Late Gustavian Chandelier
Located in Stockholm, SE
Early 18th century Gustavian chandelier made in Stockholm, circa 1820. A very elegant model and a true Swedish Classic from the Zenith of Swedish chandelier producing.
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
Sold
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.
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 and deconstructing its exquisite elements in an unexpected way.
Crystal, Metal
Orange Glazed Ceramic Pendant Light by Zenith, Italy 1950s
By Zenith
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1950s glazed ceramic pendant light with oval cutout details on the sides and base. This fixture has gold detailing and a textural exterior in a vivid orange hue, which contrasts be...
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
Admired worldwide, since 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 Philippe Starck, Baccarat
Located in Astoria, NY
French modern 'Zenith' black crystal chandelier designed by famed French designer Philippe Starck for Baccarat.
Crystal
Green Glazed Ceramic Pendant Light by Zenith, Italy 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1950s glazed ceramic pendant light with oval and circular cutout details on the sides and base. This fixture has gold detailing and a textural exterior in a vivid green hue, which ...
Ceramic
Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, Zenith Ceiling Pendants, Denmark, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Hitchin, England
A pair of Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup Zenith ceiling pendants produced by manufacturer Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. Formed of three aluminium tiers, the outer tier painted grey an...
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 brushed aluminum and anthracite lacquered steel, pink lacquered interior. Remains t...
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 manufacturer Fog & Mørup in 1967. It is made from aluminium with the outer cylinder pain...
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 his many lamps that he designed for Fog & Mørup, where he was employed as chief de...
Aluminum
Baccarat Crystall Arik Levy "Torch" Black Lampashade Lamp, France, 2015
By Baccarat, Arik Levy
Located in Cagliari, IT
Designed by Arik Levy, the Torch lamps were inspired by the emblematic Zénith chandelier, which it partly reinvents. The combination of crystal and metal adds a touch of modernity.
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 renowned Luxury Crystal Company Baccarat, originating from France, Circa 2009.
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.
Metal
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 and deconstructing its exquisite elements in an unexpected way.
Crystal
Sold
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 and deconstructing its exquisite elements in an unexpected way.
Crystal
Philippe Starck for Baccarat / Zenith Long Twelve-Light Chandelier
By Baccarat, Philippe Starck
Located in Dallas, TX
From Baccarat's Zenith collection by French designer Philippe Starck, the Zenith long twelve-light chandelier (the iconic Baccarat chandelier par excellence), handcrafted full-lead c...
Crystal, Metal
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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 partly reinvents. The combination of crystal and metal adds a touch of modernity.
Crystal
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 of the Zenith Noir Baccarat 24 light chandelier in black crystal.
Crystal
Contemporary Baccarat Zenith Black Crystal Noir Chandelier by Philippe Starck
By Baccarat, Philippe Starck
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an incredible, black crystal, Zenith Noir hanging light fixture chandelier, by Phillipe Starck for Baccarat, signed, circa 2000s.
Crystal
Sold
H 15.75 in Dm 5.52 in
Pair of Zenith Midcentury Pendants, Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
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
Aluminium and black powder coated aluminium. Excellent condition. This 1967 pendant is one of Hammerborg's most famous designs and consists of three cylinders, a structure Hammer...
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 Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Middelfart, Fyn
These stunning pendant lamps, model Zenith, was designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup in 1967. The lamps is made from aluminium with the outer...
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
$4,503Sale Price|20% Off
H 45.67 in W 27.56 in D 5.91 in
Antique 19th century French gold gilt Louis Philippe mirror with ornate crest
Located in Casteren, NL
This stunning antique French mirror was crafted in the distinctive Louis Philippe style, which was popular between 1830 and 1870. While this style is generally known for its simplici...
Gold Leaf
$102,578 / set
H 34.26 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Large Sèvres Style Pedestals in Porcelain, Ormolu and Green Onyx
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in London, GB
Pair of large Sèvres style pedestals in porcelain, ormolu and green onyx French, late 19th century Height 87cm, width 40cm, depth 40cm These beautiful wares are a pair of large,...
Onyx, Ormolu
19th Century French Boulle Longcase Clock
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality late 19th Century French boulle inlaid longcase clock, having wonderful scrolling gilded ormolu mounts, an ebonised case with tortoiseshell brass inlaid panels, T...
Brass
20th Century Biedermeier Style Secretaire
Located in Berlin, DE
Delicate secretaire in Biedermeier style. Maple roots on solid pinewood. Natrual leather covered and gold-embossing. (L-Mhs-42).
Leather, Wood, Maple
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
$14,862 / set
H 39.77 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in
Louis XV Style Giltwood Duchesse Brissée, Chaise Longue & Pair of Chairs
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
A Louis XV Duchesse Brissée that keeps on giving as it can also be used as a chaise longue or pair of chairs. Hand carved and hand finished to order. This piece has been upholstered ...
Giltwood, Wood
Gallé Polar Bear Vase
By Émile Gallé
Located in New Orleans, LA
Cameo Glass Polar Bear Vase Émile Gallé Circa 1927 This towering Art Nouveau vase stands as one of the finest achievements of Émile Gallé’s iconic glassmaking firm. The Polar Bear v...
Glass
$61,547 / set
H 40.56 in W 17.33 in D 5.12 in
19th Century Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock and Barometer by Dasson
Located in London, GB
This fine set comprises a cartel clock and barometer, each of which are crafted entirely in gilt bronze. The clock and barometer cases are identical, and take the form of a lyre. The...
Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze
Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Louis XVI Style Circular Side Table
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in London, GB
Gilt bronze and porcelain Louis XVI style circular side table French, late 19th Century Measures: Height 78cm, diameter 80cm This beautiful circular side table is designed in th...
Ormolu, Bronze
Tiffany Studios New York "Greek Key" Table Lamp
By Louis Comfort Tiffany, Tiffany Studios
Located in New York, NY
An alluring and visually rewarding example of Tiffany Studios New York's great "Greek Key" table lamp. Mottled glass in hues of warm amber and bright sunshine yellow soften the wonde...
Bronze
$164,126 / set
H 11.42 in W 27.56 in D 11.42 in
Large Antique Austrian Silver and Glass Garniture by Schwarz & Steiner
By Schwarz & Steiner
Located in London, GB
Large antique Austrian silver and glass garniture by Schwarz & Steiner Austrian, Late 19th Century Centrepiece: Height 29cm, width 70cm, depth 29cm Candelabra: Height 39cm, width 2...
Silver
Baradari in White Marble Handcrafted in India
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Baradari, also Bara Dari, is a building or pavilion with twelve doors designed to allow free flow of air. The structure has three doorways on every side of the square-shaped structur...
Marble
American Oak Dining Suite by R.J. Horner
By R.J. Horner & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This outstanding 13-piece Victorian dining suite by R.J. Horner of New York boasts intricate hand carving rarely seen in furnishings of the era. Crafted of fine golden oak, the suite...
Oak
Pair of Very Large Malachite and Ormolu Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of very large malachite and ormolu vases French, 20th Century Height 140cm, diameter 91cm Of impressive size and quality, the vases are made from vibrant green malachite ...
Malachite, Ormolu
A Set of Four Massive Aubusson Tapestry Entre-Fenêtres
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Fine Set of Four Massive Aubusson Tapestry Entre-fenêtres. Comprising a true pair and two further panels en suite. Each woven in wools. The design of each with top cartouche issui...
Tapestry
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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