What Is a swag pendant light?

A swag pendant light is a fixture that hangs from the ceiling and provides an often inexpensive light source while taking up very little space. Swag pendant lights take up little space — the fixture is typically a bare or shaded socket that is suspended from the ceiling by way of a robust metal chain or cord. A swag pendant also offers a variety of installation options and can enhance the overall look of the room. Shop a range of antique and vintage swag pendant lighting on 1stDibs.

What is a mini pendant light?

Mini pendant lights are scaled-down versions of pendant lights that dangle from an overhead support. Unique mini-pendant lights are a wonderful way to set the ambiance for an entire space because they dangle in mid-air. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique pendant lights.

What is the difference between a pendant light and a chandelier?

The difference between pendant lights and chandeliers is not complicated. In terms of both style and function, chandeliers are not that different from pendant lights. The difference between a chandelier and pendant light is not how they look but rather the way in which they hang. Chandeliers are suspended with multiple branches that hold many bulbs while pendants typically dangle from one central cord or chain. Chandeliers tend to be more intricate and fancier, so if you're looking for something luxurious, then this might work best. With pendants, you’re likely to find a variety of examples in minimalistic modern styles; these would make great additions to any office space because of their versatility like being able to turn them on/off with ease. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pendant lights and chandeliers.

Can you put a pendant light above a kitchen sink?

Yes, you can put a pendant light above a kitchen sink. However, if you don’t already have a light receptacle in place, you may need to hire a professional electrician to run wiring to the area. Also, ensure that there is at least 30 to 36 inches of clearance below the light, so you can stand at the sink. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pendant lights.

Do glass pendant lights get dusty?

Yes, glass pendant lights get dusty. However, all lighting fixtures will eventually gather dust. Regularly wiping your pendant lights can reduce the presence of dust. Shop a variety of glass pendant lights on 1stDibs.

Where should a pendant light hang over a kitchen sink?

Where you hang a pendant light over a kitchen sink is largely a matter of personal preference. If you're installing a new light fixture, consider where you most need task lighting. You may find it better to hang the lamp off to one side to illuminate a food prep area. Generally, there should be 35 to 40 inches of space between the bottom of the pendant and the countertop to allow for adequate clearance. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pendant lights.

Bent Pendant Light

Parentesi Castiglioni

Vintage Ikea Lamp

Squiggle Chandelier

Category

20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver

Danish Witch Hat Pendant Light by Bent Karlby, 1970s

H 12.21 in Dm 16.54 in

IKEA, Duett Pendant Light, White, Bent Gantzel Boysen, 1980s

By Bent Gantzel-Boysen

Located in NIEUWKUIJK, NB

: 1980s. Designer: Bent Gantzel-Boysen in 1983. Manufacturer: IKEA Other versions: The IKEA Duett

Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

IKEA, Duett Pendant Light, White, Bent Gantzel Boysen, 1980s

H 7.88 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Ikea – Duett Pendant Light – Blue – Bent Gantzel Boysen – 1980s

By Bent Gantzel-Boysen

Located in NIEUWKUIJK, NB

. Period: 1980s. Designer: Bent Gantzel-Boysen in 1983. Manufacturer: IKEA Other versions: The IKEA

Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Ikea – Duett Pendant Light – Blue – Bent Gantzel Boysen – 1980s

H 7.88 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Bent Karlby, Pendant Light, Copper, Lacquered Metal, Lyfa Denmark 1960s

By Bent Karlby, Lyfa

Located in High Point, NC

A “Østerport" pendant light in copper and black lacquered metal designed by Bent Karlby, produced

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Copper

Bent Karlby, Pendant Light, Copper, Lacquered Metal, Lyfa Denmark 1960s

H 13.5 in Dm 6.5 in

Brass Opaline Glass Pendant Light Bent Karlby for Fog & Mørup

By Fog & Mørup, Bent Karlby

Located in Vienna, AT

Opaline glass shade with brass element, fitted with one E27 socket. Designed by Bent Karlby and

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Brass Opaline Glass Pendant Light Bent Karlby for Fog & Mørup

H 39.38 in Dm 8.67 in

Danish Midcentury Ceiling Light by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, 1950s

By Bent Karlby

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish ceiling light designed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Denmark and manufactured in the late 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Danish Midcentury Ceiling Light by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, 1950s

H 11.82 in Dm 11.82 in

Mid Century Aluminium Pendant by Bent Nordsted for Lyskaer Denmark 70s

By Bent Nordsted

Located in London, GB

Fabulous Mid Century pendant ceiling light by Bent Nordsted for Lyskaer Belysning Trumpet shaped

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Aluminium Pendant by Bent Nordsted for Lyskaer Denmark 70s

H 17.72 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in

Set of 2 Metal Pendant Lamps by Bent Karlby for Lyfa

By Bent Karlby

Located in München, DE

Very beautiful and rare Danish pendant lamps from the 1960s. The design and the appearance of the

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Metal Pendant Lamps by Bent Karlby for Lyfa

H 14.18 in Dm 8.67 in

Danish Midcentury 'Heart' Pendant Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, 1950s

By Bent Karlby

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish ceiling light designed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Denmark and manufactured in the late 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Danish Midcentury 'Heart' Pendant Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, 1950s

H 9 in Dm 19 in

'Pan 190' Pendant Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Pendant lamp pan / 190 by Lyfa Pendant lamp pan signed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa Polished

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

'Pan 190' Pendant Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa

H 7.49 in Dm 12.6 in

"Rota" Pendant, Bent Nordsted for Fog&Mørup

By Fog & Mørup, Bent Nordsted

Located in Mortsel, BE

"Rota" Pendant by Bent Nordsted for Fog & Mørup, Denmark: Elevate your space with the captivating

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

"Rota" Pendant, Bent Nordsted for Fog&Mørup

H 13.39 in Dm 6.3 in

Rare Bent Karlby Ceiling Light by LYFA, Denmark, 1973

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Haderslev, DK

The rare Pantre by Bent Karlby for Lyfa mid 1960s Denmark. Sections of blue and red lacquered

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Bent Karlby Ceiling Light by LYFA, Denmark, 1973

H 11.82 in Dm 7.88 in

Bent Karlby, mid-size Kina pendant for LYFA, 1960s

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Uppsala, SE

Ceiling lamp, model Kina (China in English), designed by Danish designer Bent Karlby for LYFA in

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Bent Karlby, mid-size Kina pendant for LYFA, 1960s

H 11.42 in Dm 8.27 in

Vintage White and Red Pendant Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, 1950s

By Bent Karlby

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish ceiling light designed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Denmark and manufactured in the late 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage White and Red Pendant Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, 1950s

H 8.67 in Dm 9.85 in

Midcentury Aluminium Pendant by Bent Nordsted for Lyskaer Denmark, 1970

By Lyskaer, Bent Nordsted

Located in DE MEERN, NL

Introducing the midcentury Aluminium Pendant by Bent Nordsted for Lyskaer Denmark 1970. This

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury Aluminium Pendant by Bent Nordsted for Lyskaer Denmark, 1970

H 13.78 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Gold and orange colored pendant lampt by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Denmark 1960's

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Steenwijk, NL

This stunning and quite rare pendant lamp was designed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa in Denmark. It

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Gold and orange colored pendant lampt by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Denmark 1960's

H 7.88 in Dm 11.82 in

Huge Danish Modern Brass and Opal Glass "Peanut" Pendant by Bent Karlby for LYFA

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Odense, DK

Beautiful pendant from the late 1940s by Danish designer Bent Karlby. Hand-blown opalized glass

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Huge Danish Modern Brass and Opal Glass "Peanut" Pendant by Bent Karlby for LYFA

H 19.69 in Dm 14.18 in

Green Midcentury Hanging Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, 1950s

By Bent Andersen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A large Danish ceiling light designed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Denmark and manufactured in the late

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Green Midcentury Hanging Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, 1950s

H 7.88 in Dm 16.93 in

Double Pendant Light by Fog & Mørup, 1950

By Fog & Mørup, Bent Karlby

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wonderful Danish double arm brass chandelier by Bent Karlby for Fog & Mørup, with frosted tulip

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Double Pendant Light by Fog & Mørup, 1950

H 17 in W 18 in D 3.25 in

Ceiling Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Black Cone, 1960s

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Black cone-shaped light pendant by Bent Karlby for Lyfa. Lyfa stands behind this beauty, which was

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Ceiling Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Black Cone, 1960s

H 11.82 in Dm 13.78 in

Opaline Glass and Brass Chandelier by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Denmark 1960s

By Bent Karlby, Lyfa

Located in Den Haag, NL

Brass and Opaline Glass Chandelier by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Denmark 1960s Well made quality piece

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper, Brass

Opaline Glass and Brass Chandelier by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Denmark 1960s

H 32.68 in Dm 24.41 in

Bent Karlby Peanut Pedant Made of Mouth-Blown White Opaline Glass by Lyfa 1950s

By Bent Karlby, Lyfa

Located in Aarhus C, DK

pendant light has a beautiful organic shape. Measurements: Height incl. brass fittings 42 cm Height

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Bent Karlby Peanut Pedant Made of Mouth-Blown White Opaline Glass by Lyfa 1950s

H 16.54 in Dm 10.24 in

Danish Mid Century Modern Light Pendant Bent Norsted for Lyskaer Denmark 1970

By Lyskaer

Located in Miami, FL

A Space Age Modern large 1970s pendant light by Bent Norsted for Lyskær Belysning with a downward

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Danish Mid Century Modern Light Pendant Bent Norsted for Lyskaer Denmark 1970

H 20 in Dm 22 in

Danish Mid- Century Pair of Chandeliers by Bent Nordsted for Lyskaer, 1970s

By Bent Nordsted, Lyskjaer Belysning

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

and manufactured during the 1970s in Denmark by Bent Nordsted for Lyskaer Belysning. These Chandeliers

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Metal

Danish Mid- Century Pair of Chandeliers by Bent Nordsted for Lyskaer, 1970s

H 59.06 in Dm 16.54 in

Metal, Glass and Brass Chandelier by Bent Karlby for Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1950s

By Fog & Mørup, Bent Karlby

Located in Steenwijk, NL

star shaped perforations. Small opaline glass shades diffuse the light. A very nice design that suits

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Metal, Glass and Brass Chandelier by Bent Karlby for Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1950s

H 23.63 in Dm 16.93 in

Bent Lucite Mid-Century Modern Large Light Fixture

By Camer Glass, Murano 5

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice Mid-Century Modern Lucite light fixture.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Lucite

Bent Lucite Mid-Century Modern Large Light Fixture

H 22 in Dm 14 in

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 275' by Lyfa, Black

By Bent Karlby, Lyfa

Located in Paris, FR

Ninotchka, black pendant lamp by Bent Karlby Editor: LYFA Size : H49,4 x W 27,5 x D 23,9 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 275' by Lyfa, Black

H 19.45 in W 10.83 in D 9.41 in

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 195' by Lyfa, Black

By Bent Karlby, Lyfa

Located in Paris, FR

Ninotchka, black pendant lamp by Bent Karlby Editor: LYFA Size : H 35 x W 19,5 x D 17 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 195' by Lyfa, Black

H 13.78 in W 7.68 in D 6.7 in

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 275' by Lyfa, White

By Bent Karlby, Lyfa

Located in Paris, FR

Ninotchka, white pendant lamp by Bent Karlby Editor: LYFA Size : H49,4 x W 27,5 x D 23,9 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 275' by Lyfa, White

H 19.45 in W 10.83 in D 9.41 in

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 425' by Lyfa, Black

By Bent Karlby, Lyfa

Located in Paris, FR

Ninotchka, black pendant lamp by Bent Karlby Editor: LYFA Size : H 76,4 x W 42,5 x D 37 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 425' by Lyfa, Black

H 30.08 in W 16.74 in D 14.57 in

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 275' by Lyfa, Red

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Ninotchka, red pendant lamp by Bent Karlby Editor: LYFA Size : H49,4 x W 27,5 x D 23,9 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 275' by Lyfa, Red

H 19.45 in W 10.83 in D 9.41 in

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 425' by Lyfa, Red

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Ninotchka, red pendant lamp by Bent Karlby Editor: LYFA Size : H 76,4 x W 42,5 x D 37 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 425' by Lyfa, Red

H 30.08 in W 16.74 in D 14.57 in

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 425' by Lyfa, White

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Ninotchka, white pendant lamp by Bent Karlby Editor: LYFA Size : H 76,4 x W 42,5 x D 37 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 425' by Lyfa, White

H 30.08 in W 16.74 in D 14.57 in

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mosaik III', White Steel

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Mosaik, side by side III, pendant lamp in white steel by Lyfa. Size : H 36,2 x W 79,1 x D 25 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass, Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mosaik III', White Steel

H 14.26 in W 31.15 in D 9.85 in

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mosaik III', Black Steel

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Mosaik, side by side III, pendant lamp in black steel by Lyfa. Size : H 36,2 x W 79,1 x D 25 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass, Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mosaik III', Black Steel

H 14.26 in W 31.15 in D 9.85 in

Contemporary Set of 3 Pendant Lamps 'Ninotchka' by Lyfa, Black

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Ninotchka, 3 black pendant lamps by Bent Karlby Editor: LYFA Size : Big: H 76,4 x W 42,5 x D

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Set of 3 Pendant Lamps 'Ninotchka' by Lyfa, Black

H 30.08 in W 16.74 in D 14.57 in

'MOSAIK', 250, Pendant Lamp in Solid Brass by Lyfa

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Mosaik, size 245, pendant lamp in solid brass by Lyfa Size : H 38 cm x D 25 cm Materials : Matt

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass, Steel

'MOSAIK', 250, Pendant Lamp in Solid Brass by Lyfa

H 14.97 in Dm 9.85 in

'Mosaik', 250, Pendant Lamp in Black Steel by LYFA

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Mosaik, size 245, pendant lamp in black steel by LYFA. Size : H 38 cm x D 25 cm Materials

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

'Mosaik', 250, Pendant Lamp in Black Steel by LYFA

H 14.97 in Dm 9.85 in

'Mosaik II', Pendant Lamp in Black Steel by Lyfa

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Mosaik, side by side II, pendant lamp in black steel by Lyfa. Size : H 38 cm x W. 52 x D 25 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

'Mosaik II', Pendant Lamp in Black Steel by Lyfa

H 14.97 in W 20.48 in D 9.85 in

Contemporary Pendant Lamp in Black Steel 'Mosaik Updown' by Lyfa

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Mosaik, UP/DOWN, pendant lamp in black steel by Lyfa. Size : H 40,2 x W 41,5 x D 25 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel, Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp in Black Steel 'Mosaik Updown' by Lyfa

H 15.83 in W 16.34 in D 9.85 in

Contemporary Pendant Lamp in White Steel 'Mosaik Updown' by LYFA

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Mosaik, UP/DOWN, pendant lamp in white steel by LYFA. Size : H 40,2 x W 41,5 x D 25 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass, Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp in White Steel 'Mosaik Updown' by LYFA

H 15.83 in W 16.34 in D 9.85 in

Contemporary Pendant Lamp in White Steel 'Mosaik II' by LYFA

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Mosaik, side by side II, pendant lamp in black steel by LYFA. Size : H 38 cm x W. 52 x D 25 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp in White Steel 'Mosaik II' by LYFA

H 14.97 in W 20.48 in D 9.85 in

'Mosaik', 400, Pendant Lamp in Black Steel and Brass by Lyfa

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Mosaik, size 245, pendant lamp in black steel by Lyfa. Size : H 38 cm x D 25 cm Materials

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

'Mosaik', 400, Pendant Lamp in Black Steel and Brass by Lyfa

H 17.33 in Dm 15.75 in

'Mosaik', 400, Pendant Lamp in Brass and White Steel by Lyfa

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Paris, FR

Mosaik, size 400, pendant lamp in white steel by Lyfa Size : H 38 cm x D 25 cm Materials : Matt

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Steel

'Mosaik', 400, Pendant Lamp in Brass and White Steel by Lyfa

H 17.33 in Dm 15.75 in

Nuvola Single Light Pendant

By Silvio Mondino Studio

Located in Milan, IT

light pendant is a radiant, sculptural statement piece. The unconventional silhouette is made of a

Category

2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Other

Nuvola Single Light Pendant

H 39.38 in W 9.45 in D 11.42 in

Fully Adjustable "PULLEY LIGHT" with Hand Bent Patinated Steel Shade and Dimmer

By Stefan Rurak

Located in Biddeford, ME

The pulley light is a truly dynamic piece. The light is easily raised and lowered utilizing pulleys

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Fully Adjustable "PULLEY LIGHT" with Hand Bent Patinated Steel Shade and Dimmer

H 96 in Dm 16 in

Paavo Tynell Manner Pedant Light of Brass with Perforated Pattern 1950s

By Bent Karlby, Paavo Tynell, Lyfa

Located in Aarhus C, DK

This pendant is made of brass with a fine patina on the surface, a patina developed from gentle use

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Manner Pedant Light of Brass with Perforated Pattern 1950s

H 5.91 in Dm 13.78 in

Jacco Maris LED Outsider Pendant Light

By Jacco Maris

Located in Yonkers, NY

pendant measures 22.5 inches in diameter. FORM Magazine says of this Dutch designer, “For close to 20

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Jacco Maris LED Outsider Pendant Light

H 16.5 in Dm 22.5 in

Jacco Maris Solo 140 Pendant Light

By Jacco Maris

Located in Yonkers, NY

140 pendant fixture is named after a beloved dog,a wandering hound he found near Pompeii whom he

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Jacco Maris Solo 140 Pendant Light

H 5.125 in W 55.125 in D 2.75 in

Jacco Maris Solo 100 Pendant Light

By Jacco Maris

Located in Yonkers, NY

100 pendant fixture is named after a beloved dog, a wandering hound he found near Pompeii whom he

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Jacco Maris Solo 100 Pendant Light

H 5.125 in W 39.5 in D 2.75 in

RA Pendant Light by Studio d'Armes

Located in Geneve, CH

RA pendant light by Studio d'Armes Design by Alexandre Joncas Dimensions: 5 x 112 x H 61 cm

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Plate

RA Pendant Light by Studio d'Armes

H 24.02 in W 44.1 in D 1.97 in

1970's 18" Bent Lucite Ribbon Chandelier

Located in Waxahachie, TX

lucite ribbon pendant light with brass frame and metal chain circa 1970s - Hardwired and ready to hang

Category

Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1970's 18" Bent Lucite Ribbon Chandelier

H 18 in Dm 13 in

Jacco Maris LED Outsider Adjustable Pendant Light

By Jacco Maris

Located in Yonkers, NY

the outsider adjustable pendant was born when Jacco Maris came across 500 headlights salvaged from

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Jacco Maris LED Outsider Adjustable Pendant Light

H 16.5 in Dm 22.5 in

Jacco Maris LED Solo 60 Pendant Light

By Jacco Maris

Located in Yonkers, NY

pendant fixture is named after a beloved dog, a wandering hound he found near Pompeii whom he called an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Jacco Maris LED Solo 60 Pendant Light

H 5.125 in W 23.75 in D 3.5 in

Yellow Danish Table or Pendant Lamp by Bent Karlby for ASK Belysninger, 1970s

By Bent Karlby

Located in Esbjerg, DK

This is a dual colored hybrid table or pendant light designed by the Danish designer Bent Karlby in

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Yellow Danish Table or Pendant Lamp by Bent Karlby for ASK Belysninger, 1970s

H 9.45 in Dm 9.45 in

Wood Pendant Light, Bound by Carnevale Studio, Walnut

By Carnevale Studio

Located in Providence, RI

Wood pendants - made with a choice of cherry, walnut or maple - handmade in America. This special

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

Wood Pendant Light, Bound by Carnevale Studio, Walnut

H 12 in Dm 15 in

Woven, Hanging Multi-Element Freeform Wooden Pendant Light

By OVUUD

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The Woven is a independent modular freeform pendant formed from wood, woven diffuser, and high

Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ash

Woven, Hanging Multi-Element Freeform Wooden Pendant Light

H 18 in W 34 in D 40 in

Wood Pendant Light, Bound by Carnevale Studio, Cherry

By Carnevale Studio

Located in Providence, RI

Wood pendants - made with a choice of cherry, walnut or maple - handmade in America. This special

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

Wood Pendant Light, Bound by Carnevale Studio, Cherry

H 12 in Dm 15 in

Wood Pendant Light, Bound by Carnevale Studio, Maple

By Carnevale Studio

Located in Providence, RI

Wood Pendants - made with a choice of cherry, walnut or Maple - handmade in America. This special

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

Wood Pendant Light, Bound by Carnevale Studio, Maple

H 12 in Dm 15 in

Jacco Maris LED Outsider Extra Large Pendant Light

By Jacco Maris

Located in Yonkers, NY

finishes, the Outsider extra large pendant measures 35.5 inches in diameter. Form Magazine says of this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Jacco Maris LED Outsider Extra Large Pendant Light

H 26 in Dm 35.5 in

Lighting Under $1,000

Antique and Vintage Lighting

20th Century Lighting

Metal Lighting

European Lighting

Lighting on Sale

Get Updated with New Arrivals

Save "Bent Pendant Light", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Bent Pendant Light For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic bent pendant light available at 1stDibs. A bent pendant light — often made from metal, brass and aluminum — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a bent pendant light, we have 21 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a bent pendant light — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A bent pendant light made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made bent pendant light over the years, but those crafted by Bent Karlby, Lyfa and Bent Nordsted are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Bent Pendant Light?

Prices for a bent pendant light can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $356 and can go as high as $4,053, while the average can fetch as much as $605.

Finding the Right chandeliers-pendant-lights for You

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 and vintage 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 (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), 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.

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 whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — 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.

Questions About Bent Pendant Light

What Is a swag pendant light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A swag pendant light is a fixture that hangs from the ceiling and provides an often inexpensive light source while taking up very little space. Swag pendant lights take up little space — the fixture is typically a bare or shaded socket that is suspended from the ceiling by way of a robust metal chain or cord. A swag pendant also offers a variety of installation options and can enhance the overall look of the room. Shop a range of antique and vintage swag pendant lighting on 1stDibs.
What is a mini pendant light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Mini pendant lights are scaled-down versions of pendant lights that dangle from an overhead support. Unique mini-pendant lights are a wonderful way to set the ambiance for an entire space because they dangle in mid-air. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique pendant lights.
What is the difference between a pendant light and a chandelier?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The difference between pendant lights and chandeliers is not complicated. In terms of both style and function, chandeliers are not that different from pendant lights. The difference between a chandelier and pendant light is not how they look but rather the way in which they hang. Chandeliers are suspended with multiple branches that hold many bulbs while pendants typically dangle from one central cord or chain. Chandeliers tend to be more intricate and fancier, so if you're looking for something luxurious, then this might work best. With pendants, you’re likely to find a variety of examples in minimalistic modern styles; these would make great additions to any office space because of their versatility like being able to turn them on/off with ease. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pendant lights and chandeliers.
Can you put a pendant light above a kitchen sink?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Yes, you can put a pendant light above a kitchen sink. However, if you don’t already have a light receptacle in place, you may need to hire a professional electrician to run wiring to the area. Also, ensure that there is at least 30 to 36 inches of clearance below the light, so you can stand at the sink. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pendant lights.
Do glass pendant lights get dusty?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
Yes, glass pendant lights get dusty. However, all lighting fixtures will eventually gather dust. Regularly wiping your pendant lights can reduce the presence of dust. Shop a variety of glass pendant lights on 1stDibs.
Where should a pendant light hang over a kitchen sink?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Where you hang a pendant light over a kitchen sink is largely a matter of personal preference. If you're installing a new light fixture, consider where you most need task lighting. You may find it better to hang the lamp off to one side to illuminate a food prep area. Generally, there should be 35 to 40 inches of space between the bottom of the pendant and the countertop to allow for adequate clearance. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pendant lights.

You Don’t Need a Fictional Fairy to Get This Real Pinocchio Lamp

Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.

Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?

Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.

With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production

Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.

Christopher Tennant’s Lamps and Dioramas Evoke Sunny Days and Seaside Locales

The former magazine editor blends elements of the Far East and America’s eastern shores, bringing wit and delight to his handmade, upcycled designs.

Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room

This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.

NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection

In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.

This Handsome Leather Pendant Light Is Crafted Using Saddle-Making Techniques

The Doma by L’Aviva Home nods to Colombia’s equestrian heritage.

Celebrate Spring Year-Round with This Lush Murano-Glass Chandelier

Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.

More Ways To Browse

Champagne Murano Chandelier

Small Lyfa

Stacked Disc Lamp

Pink Hanging Lamp

Sciolari For Boulanger

Dutch Hanging Lamp

Retro Pendent Light

Dutch Style Brass Chandelier

Holmegaard Pendant Light

Brendan Brass

Trumpet Pendant Lamp

Burnished Brass Flush Mount

5 Light Wood Pendant

Dutch Hanging Light

French Velvet Arch

Vintage Murano Glass Balls

Navy Chandelier

Henningsen Simon