Bakalowits & Söhne are prestigious purveyors of bespoke illumination worldwide. With a history of producing unique crystal chandeliers and pendants, wall lights and other lighting fixtures that spans nearly two centuries and five generations, the company is one of the oldest family-owned furniture manufacturers, well-known for its mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency lamps and other lighting designs.
In 1845-era Vienna, Elias Bakalowits opened a shop that established the family’s long tradition of lighting production. Creating lanterns, wall mirrors, candle holders and other lighting, the reputation of the firm spread throughout the Austro-Hungarian Empire. In 1892, when Ludwig Bakalowits was running the company in its second generation, the firm was named Imperial and Royal Court Purveyor and received a lighting order for the Hofburg — Emperor Franz Joseph’s new imperial palace — and its historic ballroom, the Redoutensaal.
Bakalowits & Söhne received the first patents on their chandeliers and other works in the mid-20th century. At the same time, the houses of Parliament, Burgtheater, Vienna City Hall, Vienna State Opera, and Stephansdom needed repairs owing to considerable damage that the structures sustained during the Second World War. Bakalowits & Söhne secured commissions to create fixtures for the partially destroyed, war-torn buildings.
The postwar years saw growth for the brand that extended into the Middle and the Far East. Collaborations with architects in these regions led to creating an immense chandelier, which resides in the parliament building in Belgrade, Serbia. With this growth and expansion came exhibitions at the turn of the century. Among these was the World Exhibition in Paris in 1900, with additional exhibits in other cities, including London, Geneva, St. Petersburg and Turin.
Today, KR Prof. Friedl Bakalowits leads the company in its fifth generation. Bakalowits & Söhne continues to produce chandeliers for individual residences, including palaces, villas and companies worldwide. Their pieces illuminate cultural institutions, hotels, opera houses, conference centers and cruise ships.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage Bakalowits & Söhne lighting, mirrors and decorative objects.
Set of 6 shot glasses by Adolf Loos for Bakalowits & Söhne
By Adolf Loos, Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Set of 6 shot glasses by Adolf Loos for Bakalowits & Söhne with brass edge. Alpaca tray. Original vintage condition with signs of use.
Alpaca, Glass
$450Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 3 in Dm 2.13 in
Set of Six 1950s Shot or Cocktail Glasses with Whimsical "Say When" Graphics
By Anchor Hocking
Located in Ferndale, MI
Fun graphics in pink and black on this set of six aperitif or shot glasses. Say When for 1 to 4 ounces of hooch. I believe made by Anchor Hocking glass...
Glass
Black Clay Mezcal Shot Glasses
Located in Napa, CA
4 pack.
Clay
Moroccan Clear and Silver Overlay Shot Glasses Set of 6
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan Set of six clear and silver overlay Moorish style glasses. Decorated with a classical silver pattern overlay frieze. Use these elegant glasses for Moroccan tea, or any hot or cold drink. In fantastic condition, perfect for the holidays and gorgeous on display in a cabinet or bar while not in use. handmade Czech Bohemia...
Glass
$215 / set
H 2.56 in Dm 1.58 in
fferrone Set of 2 Czech Contemporary Dearborn Mini Shot Liqueur Glasses Handmade
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
Dearborn shot liqueur mini glasses, set of two. A pair of Czech contemporary glass handcrafted is the perfect modern shot glass or liqueur glass for after dinner libations. Also t...
Glass
Set of 5 Mid-Century German Owl Style Metal Shot Glasses, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Owl Style Metal Shot Glasses, 1960s, Set of 5, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Metal...
Metal
Moroccan Royal Blue Shot Glasses Set of Six, Gold Moorish Design, 1980
By Culver Ltd., Carl Moser 1
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan Royal Blue Shot Glasses with Gold Moorish Design Set of 6. Set of six royal cobalt blue shot drinking glasses barware with gold Moorish desi...
Glass
Set of Six Handblown Italian Moorish Green with Gold Shot Glasses
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Set of six green and gold handblown Moorish shot glasses. Use them for Moroccan tea, or any hot or cold drink. Shot glasses very light finely decorated ...
Glass
Set of 4 Italian Murano Glasses by Salviati
By Salviati
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 hand etched amethyst Murano glasses by Salviati / Made in Italy in the 2000s. Original "SALVIATI" mark on the base. Height: 5.5 inches / d...
Murano Glass
Palma Set of 4 Glasses
By Casarialto
Located in Milan, IT
Part of a collection inspired by tropical destinations and the majesty of untouched nature, this set of four glasses is handcrafted of clear glass. Each glass contains a sculpture in...
Glass
$765 / set
H 2.76 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in
Abalone Shell & Alpaca Shot Glasses, set of 4, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb set of 4 shot glasses designed and produced in Mexico during the 1970's. This artisanal set with abalone mother-of-pearl and alpaca, is a true work of art. A beautiful set to ...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Glass
Crystal Glasses of 24 Pieces, Set for 8
Located in Delft, NL
Crystal glasses of 24 pieces, set for 8 An english set of crystal glasses with diamond cut and oval pattern. Mid-20th century. 8 pieces of small water or lemonade glasses of 9 cm high and 5.5 cm diagonal 8 pieces of small glasses (shots glasses) of 4.7 cm high and 3.5 cm diagonal 8 pieces of small sherry or dessert wine glasses...
Crystal
Set of 5 Gold Engraved Glasses for 4 People
Located in Paris, FR
Exquisite set of 20 glasses composed of 5 types of glasses made from solid glass and with a large golden rim with wonderful engraved abstract adornments. This set reflects the timele...
Gold
Four Champagne Glasses by Bakalowits & Sohne in Style of Koloman Moser
By Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful and very rare set of four handblown Art Nouveau champagne glasses by Bakalowits and Sohne Vienna, Austria, circa 1910. The glas...
Blown Glass