RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Dutch
In Dutch, “raak” means “to hit” or “to hit the nail on the head.” Lighting company RAAK certainly accomplished that with its unique mid-century modern designs of futuristic, Space Age metal lamps, pendants and other lighting creations.
RAAK was founded in 1954 by Carel O. Lockhorn (1923–2004), a former employee of the Philips Lighting company in Eindhoven, the Netherlands. Under the tagline “Illuminated Architecture,” RAAK focused on producing elegant, sophisticated and modern lighting that would blend seamlessly with high-concept interiors.
During the 1960s, one of RAAK’s most well-known designs came from its in-house designer, Frank Ligtelijn, who created the Globe 2000 series of glass and chrome floor lamps, pendants and wall lights. Another key collaboration was with Dutch artist and glassmaker Willem van Oyen, who produced the iconic Chartres wall lights in 1964. Van Oyen’s Brutalist design evoked melted paintings and was inspired by the stained glass windows in the Chartres Cathedral in France.
In the 1970s, RAAK worked with several influential international artists, such as Italian designers Sergio Asti, Giotto Stoppino and Cesare Casati and Emanuele Ponzio, and Finnish designers Maija Liisa Komulainen (best known for her metallic, cylindrical Fuga lamp) and Tapio Wirkkala, creator of the handblown crystal Suomi pendant lamps.
Through the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s, RAAK enjoyed enormous success throughout Europe and worldwide for its modern lamps and decorative lighting. In 1974, Lockhorn sold RAAK to the furniture company ITT but remained its director until 1977. In 1980, RAAK merged with BIS Lighting and was renamed BISRAAK. Then, in 1999, the company entered into another merger, this time with Artilite B.V. and Indoor B.V., and became the Center for Light Architecture. It declared bankruptcy in 2011.
RAAK lighting continues to be highly coveted today among interior designers and avid vintage furniture collectors.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage RAAK lighting, decorative objects and more.
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Creator: RAAK
Exceptional 16-Light Chandelier 'Zonnewende' by J.W. Bosman for RAAK Amsterdam
By J.W. Bosman, RAAK
Located in Voorburg, NL
Characteristic XL sixteen-light chandelier called 'Zonnewende' made by RAAK Amsterdam. Designed by J.W. Bosman, 1965. All lamps are fitted with opaline glass shades.
RAAK lighting a...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Pair of 'Globe' Pendants by Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK Amsterdam, 1970s
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A pair of Globe pendants by Frank Ligtelijn for the Dutch lighting manufacturer RAAK Amsterdam, 1970s.
This lamps are part of the so called ...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Four Raak Ufo Shaped Pendant Lights in Glass and Aluminum
By RAAK
Located in Antwerp, BE
Four pendant lights in glass and aluminum by RAAK, Netherlands.
Measures: Diameter 34 cm.
Height fixture 20 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Hollywood Regency RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
RAAK Amsterdam Pendants with Satin Glass Orbs
By RAAK
Located in Waalwijk, NL
RAAK Amsterdam, pendants, satin glass, metal, Europe, 1970s.
This atmospheric set of pendant lamps features each a frosted glass orb, casting a gentle and soothing light tone that i...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Set of 3 Raak "Dewdrop" Smoked Glass Pendants
By RAAK
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Raak smoked glass pendant lights with brass tone hardware. Largest Globe is 10" with 24" Cord, Medium Globe is 8.375" with 48" Cord, Small ...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Smoked Glass
Pair of Chandeliers by Raak
By RAAK
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large pair of “Zonnewende” chandeliers by Raak.
They have been formed using a lacquered metal and are adorned with white glass shades.
A wonderful pair to add to both classic and ...
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Kristall B1217 Pendant Lamp in Murano and Opaline Crystal by Raak
By RAAK
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
A very rare rare glass pendant by RAAK, model 'Kristall B1217'. This lamp is made of high-quality Venetian glass in a hexagon shape. The christal structure of the glass spreads the l...
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1970s Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
1970s, Mid-Century Dutch RAAK Chrome & Abstract Glass Cascading Hanging Light
By RAAK
Located in London, GB
1970s Mid century RAAK Amsterdam chrome and glass cascading hanging light. The light has 5 hanging shades suspended from a star chrome ceiling plate. The formed glass shades feature ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome, Wire
Large Pair of RAAK of Amsterdam Smoked Layered Glass Ceiling Lamp, Lights, 1970s
By RAAK
Located in Lisse, NL
Very rare design and large size, smoked glass flush mounts.
This identical pair of excellent quality and superb condition flush mounts could be your perfect lighting solution. These...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
1 of 10 Large "Morning Dew" Globe Pendants by RAAK Amsterdam
By RAAK
Located in Echt, NL
Impressive RAAK Amsterdam handblown ''Ochtendnevel” (Morning Dew) globes with chromed hardware.
Seven items available.
The handblown opal glass is mixed with more transparent...
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
RAAK Four-Light Pendant with Smoked Glass Globes
By RAAK
Located in New York, NY
This highly modern light fixture, produced circa 1965 by RAAK of Amsterdam, Netherlands, is comprised of four hanging pendants, each with smoked glass globes...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Nanny Still Glass Pendant Light for RAAK
By RAAK
Located in Antwerp, BE
Nanny still for RAAK, Amsterdam
The height of the three glass cylinders is 7.08 inches and the diameter is 4.33 inches.
The total height is 34.25 inches.
The width of the iron beam...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Large Set of 19 Hanging Lamps RAAK Amsterdam, 1950s
By RAAK
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
A set of nineteen beautiful lamps that once hung in a school in Venray, but originally came from the Dutch designer brand RAAK Amsterdam. The set was produced in the Netherlands arou...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Vintage Iconic Lamp Massive Belgium 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage iconic lamp by Massive Belgium 1960s
Photography fails to capture the color en the beauty of the piece. ? In real-time, they look stunning.
H...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
RAAK Amsterdam Maxi Globe L Pendant Lamps the Netherlands, 1965
By RAAK
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Very nice pendant lamps model Maxi Globe designed and made by Raak Amsterdam, The Netherlands 1965. These pendants have a brass base carrying a smoked glass shade. This beautiful lam...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Chandelier of 3 Glass and Brass 'Maxi Globe' Pendant Lamps by RAAK, 1960's
By RAAK
Located in Steenwijk, NL
The "Maxi globe" pendant lamp was designed by RAAK Amsterdam in the 1960's. It is made of slightly smoked glass and brass in a beautiful shape of a large light bulb. This 'Compositio...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1/6 Beautiful ‘Licht-Drops’ Globe Pendant by RAAK Amsterdam, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful ‘Light-drops’ pendant by RAAK Amsterdam in very good condition.
Six available.
Handblown glass 25 cm. (9.85 Inch) globe with a teardrop pattern trapped inside the glass....
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Two Very Large Opaline Raak ‘Full Moon’ Pendants, 1970s
By RAAK
Located in Echt, NL
Very large RAAK B-1219 ‘Full Moon’ pendants in good condition.
The lamps are equipped with a large matte opaline glass globe (Diameter 50 cm!)
wh...
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Four Wall Lights by RAAK Holland
By RAAK
Located in Antwerp, BE
Four wall lights produced by the Amsterdam-based RAAK during the 1970s. Aluminium housing and holds one bulb.
These vintage lamps are a typical example of 1970s Dutch lighting, whic...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Hollywood Regency RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large Maxi Globe Pendant by RAAK Amsterdam, 1965
By RAAK
Located in Echt, NL
Impressive 'Maxi Globe' pendant by RAAK Amsterdam in excellent condition.
Grey fume glass.
Brass hardware.
White ceiling plate.
Black cord, the length of the cord can made in ...
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Extra Large RAAK Blown Glass Ceiling Lamp
By RAAK
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra large RAAK blown glass ceiling lamp with copper toned hardware. Four udder-like cylinder sockets encased in a huge blown glass globe. 2 of the t...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
1970's RAAK Three Pendant Fixture
By RAAK
Located in New York, NY
Simple modernist 1970's RAAK three pendant fixture in a cascading manner.
Category
1970s Austrian Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair Holm Sorensen Kastrup Triple White Glass & Teak Tri-Star Hanging Pendants
By RAAK, Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Svend Aage Holm Sørensen for RAAK teak tristar white Kastrup glas B-1101A hanging lamps, C. 1962. Featuring a suspended tri star Teak framework with three-tiered hanging Horn shaped White satin opaline Kastrup glass cone shades capped in Teak. With white cords and caps. Shades measure (16.5H x 5.5D). Classic. Danish Modern. Fine design. With Kastrup Glas, Made in Denmark paper label. As seen in RAAK catalogue 5, 1962, page 27...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Milk Glass, Teak
Nanny Still Pendant Light for Raak
By RAAK
Located in Antwerp, BE
Nanny Still for Raak, Amsterdam
The height of the three glass cylinders is 7.08 inches and the diameter is 4.33 inches.
The total height is 34.25 inches.
The widths of the iron beam...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
1970s Vintage RAAK "Light Shower" Crystal Ceiling Lamps, Set of 6
By RAAK
Located in Renens, CH
RAAK B-1105, B1106 “light shower” ceiling lamps or pendants in lightly brushed aluminum, with solid crystal top. No light source directly visible. Wiring replaced.
These lamps are...
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Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Aluminum
Large Industrial B-1011.0000 Pendant Lamp by RAAK
By RAAK
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This is a bronze/grey colored octagon shaped lamp, with acrylic layers in between which give a nice effect when lit. The lamp has a round diffuser at the bottom and one lamp at the b...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1/5 'Maxi Globe' Pendants by RAAK Amsterdam, 1965
By RAAK
Located in Echt, NL
Very nice 'Maxi Globe' pendants by RAAK Amsterdam in excellent condition.
Grey fume glass.
Brass hardware.
The lamps can be used as flush mount or as hanging lamp.
black cord, s...
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Raak Lighting Architecture Amsterdam "Space Age" Pendants Model B1242, 1966
By RAAK
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Set of 4 glass and brass anodised aluminium pendants by Raak Lighting Architecture Amsterdam first listed in their catalogue in 1966 and only in production for 3 years
The pendant...
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1960s Dutch Space Age Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
RAAK Cascade Chandelier
By RAAK
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s cascade chandelier the drop of the shades can be adjusted individually. Brass and glass.
standard parcel shipping $195
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
One of Two Pendant Lamps by RAAK
By RAAK
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two pendant lamps by RAAK, Amsterdam.
Price per item.
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Impressive Saturnus Chandelier by RAAK Amsterdam, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Echt, NL
Impressive Saturnus chandelier RAAK Amsterdam in very good condition.
Marked: RAAK Amsterdam.
Eight handblown “Maxi Globes” 23 cm. in diameter.
Ring: Black metal, 116 cm. in diameter.
Hardware: Brass.
Wiring: Black, in very good condition.
These chandeliers hang on four thin metal wires and can be adjusted in height.
The globes rest on a large black metal ring...
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pendant by Nanny Still McKinney for RAAK
By RAAK
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed by Nanny Still McKinney for RAAK, Netherlands, circa 1960s. Solid amber glass cone with patinated copper cower.
Small crack inside the glass shade. Dimensions: H ...
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1960s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
“Lightfall” Ceiling Lamp by RAAK in the Netherlands, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A very elegant ceiling lamp, manufactured by RAAK in the Netherlands circa 1960.
This eye-catching piece has a round aluminium base on which many clear glass cylinders hanging dow...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier or Pendant "Cascade Maxi-Globe" by RAAK Amsterdam
By RAAK
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This ravishing chandelier is made by Dutch midcentury lamp manufacturer par excellence RAAK Amsterdam. It was baptized cascade maxi-globe. This impressive piece consists of no less t...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
RAAK Cascade Chandelier, Glass and Chromed Steel
By RAAK
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern five pendant Cascade glass and chromed steel ceiling lamp by RAAK Design.
Designed by RAAK Lighting, Amsterdam, 1960s
...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Chandelier in Glass and Brass by Raak
By RAAK
Located in Antwerp, BE
Glass and brass chandelier by RAAK, Netherlands.
There are four extra glass elements.
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Round Glass Ceiling Lamp of Plafonniere by RAAK Amsterdam
By RAAK
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This round ceiling light has a bronze colored steel base with a glass ribboned shade. It was made by RAAK Amsterdam.
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Custom-Made "Chains of Light" by RAAK. Netherlands, Early 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This light is a great item and a perfect resemblance of Dutch modern lighting design from the late 1950s and early 1960s.
This item comes from the home of an architect who had this ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Three Bubble Globe Chandelier by RAAK Lighting Architecture Amsterdam
By RAAK
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Pair of chandeliers by Dutch lighting company RAAK each holding three bubble glass globes of 25cm or 9.84inch.
The cables can be adjusted per globe to alter the height required.
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1960s Dutch Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
One of Four Perforated Aluminum RAAK Amsterdam Pendants, 1970s
By RAAK
Located in Echt, NL
1970s Aluminum RAAK Amsterdam Pendants in very good condition.
New old stock!
Four items available
The lamp consists of two perforated aluminum tubes connected by a flat bla...
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Set of Five Rare Glass Pendants Ceiling Lamps by RAAK, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of five clear glass and chrome pendants by RAAK,
Holland, 1960s.
These sculptural pendants would look wonderful hanging over the eating area or over the kitchen island.
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Minimalist RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
RAAK Chandelier Lamp Ceiling Fixture with Chrome Ceiling Mount
By RAAK
Located in Chicago, IL
An eight pendant RAAK chandelier. Very nice scale for residential or office. The lamp hanging length can be modified longer or shorter (easily) to ones taste.
may require a few replacement globes...
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Huge RAAK Ceiling Mount Cascade Lamp
By RAAK
Located in Antwerp, BE
Impressive 1970s cascading chandelier by RAAK, Netherlands. Six large smoke glass globe pendants in different sizes that can be adjusted individually.
The sizes of the individual g...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Raak Multi Smoked Glass Chandelier
By RAAK
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in 1968, and part of the "Compositie" (Dutch for composition) line of chandeliers the "Maxi Lamp" by Raak consists of a large bone white enameled metal ceiling plate with 7 ...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
RAAK Three-Globe Chandelier
By RAAK
Located in Antwerp, BE
Three 'bubble' glass globes suspended at variant and adjustable lengths.
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
RAAK Smoke Glass and Brass Pendant
By RAAK
Located in New York, NY
1970s RAAK smoke glass and brass pendant.
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1970s Dutch Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Svend Aage Holm Sorensen B 1002 For Raak Amsterdam , 1960’s
By RAAK
Located in Delft, NL
Svend Aage Holm Sorensen B 1002 For Raak Amsterdam , 1960’s
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Teak
1970s Chandelier 'Sterrenbeeld' for RAAK
By RAAK
Located in Palermo, PA
Stunning Mid-Century chandelier by RAAK Amsterdam also know as Sterrenbeeld (Zodiac) is a large chandelier with 41 glass spheres hanging from 26 metal chains set on a chrome base.
...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern RAAK Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Raak chandeliers and pendants for sale on 1stDibs.
RAAK chandeliers and pendants are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of RAAK chandeliers and pendants, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original chandeliers and pendants by RAAK were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chandeliers and pendants by Louis Kalff, Philips, and Anvia. Prices for RAAK chandeliers and pendants can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $300 and can go as high as $9,738, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,025.