Skip to main content

Chandeliers and Pendants

103
69
3
to
23
90
81
175
123
151
54
29
14
6
5
4
3
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
3
7
93
72
16
51
15
2
5
6
8
8
16
5
4
2
Height
to
Width
to
167
79
71
69
68
67
66
66
64
66
63
63
143
71
57
39
32
126
52
33
28
19
13
11
10
8
6
Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Color:  Silver
Returnable Items Only
Grey / Silver Blown Crystal Glass Pendant, Phenomena by Dechem Studio for Bomma
Located in Warsaw, PL
Smoke grey / silver blown crystal glass pendant, Phenomena by Dechem Studio for Bomma The name chosen for this BOMMA collection, inspired by basic geo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Contemporary Silver Pendant Lamp 'Iris', A/B
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary pendant lamp 'Iris' Electrical : Voltage: 120 V – 277 V Lamp: Integral 34 W 35 V DC LED The model shown in picture: - Diameter: 90 cm Height. 45 cm - Finish: Silver...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Acrylic

Low Plafonnier Crystal Chandelier Chrome Lustre Ceiling Art Deco Silver
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing our exquisite antique chandelier, lovingly and professionally restored in Berlin. This stunning piece features electrical wiring that is compatible with the US, as it has...
Category

1950s European Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wire

19th Century Orsay Chandelier with 12 lights in Silver Bronze and Crystal
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This chandelier is inspired by models made by Charles André Boulle at the beginning of the 18th century, like the chandelier dating from 1700 kept in the Mathieu Museum or the one from 1710 in the castle of Champs sur Marne. A central shaft, decorated in its center with bronze rosette-shaped pendants and crystal drops, supports twelve curved, finely chiseled arms of light. The latter, covered with plant ornaments and arabesques, are also decorated with pendants. The plant theme...
Category

19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Grey / Silver Crystal Glass Pendant, Phenomena by Dechem Studio for Bomma
Located in Warsaw, PL
Smoke grey / silver blown crystal glass pendant, Phenomena by Dechem Studio for Bomma The name chosen for this BOMMA collection, inspired by basic geo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Grey / Silver Blown Crystal Glass Pendant, Phenomena by Dechem Studio for Bomma
Located in Warsaw, PL
Smoke Grey / Silver Blown Crystal Glass Pendant, Phenomena by Dechem Studio for Bomma The name chosen for this BOMMA collection, inspired by basic geome...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Louis Poulsen PH Artichoke 720 Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmark from 1911-1914, and then at Technical College in Copenhagen from 1914-1917. He started practicing traditional functionalistic architecture, but over the years his professional interests changed to focus mainly on lighting which is what he is most famous for. The fixture provides 100% glare-free light. The 72 precisely positioned leaves form 12 unique rows of six leaves each. They illuminate the fixture as well as emitting diffused light with a unique pattern. The fixture provides decorative and comfortable lighting. For the energy saving LED variant the quality of light and atmosphere surrounding the product is kept at the highest level. Materials: Punched brass, punched copper, laser cut stainless steel or punched steel. White, spun steel. High luster chrome-plated, laser cut steel. High lustre chrome-plated, spun aluminum...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Louis Poulsen PH 3/2 Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Bola Halo 4 Piece Multi-Light by Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Taking its inspiration from pendant jewelry, Bola Halo is a uniquely expressive pendant light featuring a chromated ring that balances delicately over its el...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Murano Italian Mid-Century Glass and Silver Metal Pendant Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century (1940s) pendant chandelier consisting of stylized transparent glass leaves blossoming off sphere-capped silver metal tubular rods with light sockets radiating fro...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

French Vintage Silver Metal Industrial Pedant Lights by Mazda
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French vintage industrial street lamp by van Mazda, France Silver aluminium with metal top Weight 1.00 kg / 2.2 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitabl...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Contemporary Silver Pendant Lamp 'Iris', A/A
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary pendant lamp 'Iris' Electrical : Voltage: 120 V – 277 V Lamp: Integral 34 W 35 V DC LED The model shown in picture: - Diameter: 90 cm Height. 60 cm - Finish: Silver...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Acrylic

Large Maison Bagues Silver Gilt Bronze Rock Crystal Flower Bouquet Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
An absolutely magnificent, rare, 20-light, silver-gilded bronze, rock crystal chandelier with impeccable balance and great scale. A birdcage design with an encased flower bouquet, the center column is a crystal beaded Amphora jar shape that holds delicate metal stems that sprout sculptural flowers made of layers of crystals, metal backed crystal leaves, and dangling smoke crystals. Made in France in the early 1930s, with the highest quality European clear lead crystals and rock crystals; in smooth flat-backed, and faceted almonds, beads, cut prisms, leaves, and flower shapes. It has 15-arm candle lights, and 5 up-lights on inner structure. The five up...
Category

1920s French Belle Époque Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rock Crystal, Bronze, Metal

Contemporary Silver Pendant Lamp 'Iris', B/B
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary pendant lamp 'Iris' Electrical : Voltage: 120 V – 277 V Lamp: Integral 34 W 35 V DC LED The model shown in picture: - Diameter: 90 cm Height. 30 cm - Finish: Silver - Wire height: 300 cm (adjustable drop length) - Modules : B and B...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Acrylic

Large Silver Leaf Wrought Iron and Rock Crystal Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large silver leaf wrought iron and rock crystal chandelier. Made in USA *6 lights Dimensions: 54"H x 46"D.
Category

1980s American Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rock Crystal, Wrought Iron, Silver Leaf

Early 21st Century Silver Half Bowl Holophane Flush Mount Fixture
Located in Canton, MA
A prismatic holophane flush mount fixture, perfect for low ceilings with only 8” clearance needed! Would be delightful in a bathroom, kitchen or entry way. 12” Diameter. Clean stylin...
Category

Early 2000s American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver

Doo-Wop Pendant Light by Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Originally introduced in the 1950. Was designed in close cooperation between the Navy Buildings Department and Louis Poulsen. The pendant was used for many years in the builidngs of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Louis Poulsen PH 2/1 Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

18th Century Italian Rococo Silver Leaf Tassel Ornaments 'Group of 5'
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th Century Italian hand-carved silver leaf tassel ornaments. The tassels originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and were used during feast days. These tassels were commonly used to adorn 18th and 19th century French and Italian chandeliers...
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver Plate, Metal

Classic Silver Industrial Tin Pendents
Located in Peekskill, NY
When you think industrial lighting this is the look most envision first. This classic silver over white paint finish on a pressed tin shade. The silver gray paint has an interesting ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Tin

Chandelier Silver Metal and Maynadier Glass, 1950
Located in Marseille, FR
1950 Silver metal chandelier and pink basins with 5 lights. Work signed by Maynadier Dimension height 60 cm for a diameter size of 70 cm. Additional info...
Category

20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver

Large Murano Blown Silver Abstract Pendant, UL certified, Contemporary
Located in Westport, CT
Vibrant modern glass blown pendants available is gold with silver, grey with silver (shown) and blue with silver base colors with your lamping of ...
Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Niermann Weeks 12 Arm Silver Leaf Crevecoeur Chandelier
Located in west palm beach, FL
Spectacular vintage Contemporary biomorphic chandelier. Made by the iconic Niermann Weeks group. A 12 arm monumental shape with a Veronese silver...
Category

Late 20th Century North American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver Leaf

Mid-Century Silver, Black and Crystal Atr. to Sciolari
Located in Canton, MA
Mid-Century Modern chandelier. Aged silverplate with long hanging beaded crystals and dramatic black candlecovers. Polished, restored, and rewired. Ready to hang. Dimensions: He...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver

Pendant 2 Unit Drop
Located in San Pedro, CA
The K.O.T collection embodies a simple principle of balance and form. Using honest and quality materials to represent our vision of simple yet impactful design. A mix of brass, stone...
Category

2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver, Brass

Pendant 3 Unit Drop
Located in San Pedro, CA
The K.O.T collection embodies a simple principle of balance and form. Using honest and quality materials to represent our vision of simple yet impactful design. A mix of brass, stone...
Category

2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver, Brass

Chandelier 1
Located in San Pedro, CA
The K.O.T collection embodies a simple principle of balance and form. Using honest and quality materials to represent our vision of simple yet impactful design. A mix of brass, stone...
Category

2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver, Brass

Leaf Silver Large Suspension in Nickel Finish
Located in Paris, FR
Suspension leaf silver large all in nickeled solid brass. Flexible piece. 1 bulb, lamp holder type E27, Max 18 Watt. 220 Voltage. L 120 x D 65 x H 42cm. Electric cable in 250cm and s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Louis Poulsen PH Artichoke 840 Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmark from 1911-1914, and then at Technical College in Copenhagen from 1914-1917. He started practicing traditional functionalistic architecture, but over the years his professional interests changed to focus mainly on lighting which is what he is most famous for. The fixture provides 100% glare-free light. The 72 precisely positioned leaves form 12 unique rows of six leaves each. They illuminate the fixture as well as emitting diffused light with a unique pattern. The fixture provides decorative and comfortable lighting. For the energy saving LED variant the quality of light and atmosphere surrounding the product is kept at the highest level. Materials: Punched brass, punched copper, laser cut stainless steel or punched steel. White, spun steel. High luster chrome-plated, laser cut steel. High lustre chrome-plated, spun aluminum...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Louis Poulsen PH 3½-3 Glass Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Palace Lamp Chateau Lustre Silver
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a captivating blend of Art Deco charm and Empire sophistication, our lead crystal chandelier is a testament to opulence and craftsmanship. Crafted in-house, we offer the flexibility of both smaller and larger sizes, ensuring the perfect fit for your space. Our team can even facilitate on-site installation, ensuring a seamless experience for you. Key Features: - Measures: Diameter 100 cm, Height 150 cm - Accommodates 34 x E14 bulbs This chandelier is an embodiment of refined style, fusing the allure of Art Deco aesthetics with the grandeur of Empire design. Crafted from premium lead crystal, it radiates luxury and timeless beauty. Its measurements, with a diameter of 100 cm and a height of 150 cm, ensure a commanding presence that captures attention and admiration. With 34 E14 bulb sockets, it bathes your surroundings in a luminous glow, creating an ambiance that's both inviting and sophisticated. Whether for an intimate setting or a grand hall, this chandelier offers a touch of regal elegance that complements various spaces. Its exquisite construction and lead crystal elements evoke a sense of luxury and refinement. With a commitment to exceptional quality, we offer various sizing options to suit your needs. Our experienced team can even facilitate on-site installation, ensuring the chandelier becomes an integral part of your space seamlessly. Experience the allure of the Art Deco era with this crystal chandelier that exudes timeless beauty and sophistication. Its Empire sac...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Wire

French Vintage Silver Metal Industrial Pedant Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French vintage industrial street lamp Silver aluminium with metal top Weight 1.10 kg / 2.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international st...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Brushed Silver Pendant Light by David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
A rectangular pendant version of David Duncan's Victoire design. The frame having frosted low iron glass in four sections, separated by rectangular rock crystal rosettes on the corne...
Category

2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver, Metal

Large Silver Industrial Ceiling Lamp, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Large vintage industrial hall lamp - Dates to 1970s-1980s - Silver metal shade - Socket for E 27 lightbulbs - Weighs about 10 kg.
Category

Late 20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Moderne Czech Glass Chandeleir
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic moderne style chandelier dates to the 1930s-1940s and is fabricated in Czech glass with a slight grey tinge to the glass, chrome hardware and sterling silver ov...
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome, Sterling Silver

Bola Halo Pendant Light by Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Taking its inspiration from pendant jewelry, Bola Halo is a uniquely expressive pendant light featuring a chromated ring that balances delicately over its el...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Silver Metal and Sandblasted Glass 1985 Cyclos Pendant by De Lucchi for Artemide
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This Postmodern pendant is made from a grey plastic and silver metal structure with a round sandblasted glass shade. It features 2 lamp E27 sockets ...
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Modern Silver Plated Crystal Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Twelve light candles round silver chandelier with crystal pendants on two levels. In excellent condition, wiring has been checked and confirmed...
Category

1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver Plate

Lisa Johansson-Pape Large Silver Perforated Metal Pendant
Located in Glendale, CA
Lisa Johansson-Pape Large Silver Perforated Metal Pendant. Originally designed in 1947, these authorized re-editions are true to the original charming simplicity of Pape's iconic Fin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Antique Silver Satyr Six Arm Chandelier
Located in Canton, MA
Six light antique silver chandelier. Cast in solid bronze with silver plate and a dark patina. satyr masks at the base of each arm. Late 19th...
Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver

Italian Completely Beaded Basket Crystal Prisms Silver Chandelier, c 1940
Located in Modena (MO), Modena (Mo)
Housing four lights in beaded cups. Completely beaded with a beaded lace bottom. Adorning crystal prisms on top and in bottom. This chandelier has two widths... 19.5 and 14 inches. A...
Category

1940s Italian Empire Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Leaf Silver Medium Suspension in Matt Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Suspension leaf silver medium all in matte solid brass in nickel finish. 1 bulb, lamp holder type E27, Max 18 Watt. 220 Voltage. L 80 x D 70 x H 18cm. Electric cable in 250cm and ste...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Set of Two Silver Globes "Sputnik" Design Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Two chromed "Sputnik"pendant lights. In each light goes 13x E14 light bulbs. The lights have a diameter of 40 cm and one light is 80 cm high and the other 100 cm high.
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Ten Branch Silver Plated Neo Classical Chandelier
Located in London, GB
An English neo-classical ten branch silver plated chandelier, which is shallow and suitable for lower ceilings.
Category

1910s English Neoclassical Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ercole Barovier Toso Murano Opal White Chalcedony Italian Art Glass Pendant Lamp
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Rare, extra large, vintage Murano hand blown opalescent white Italian art glass hanging pendant lamp shade with crown decoration. Documented to desi...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver Leaf

Vistosi MiniGiogali SP CLO Suspension Light in Glass by Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
The reduced version of Giogali uses glass hooks for smaller wall installations, standard or custom made Specifications: Light source: G9 No of bulbs: 3×60W G9 Dimmer: DIM 1 Fr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Early 20th Century Silver and Crystal 8 Lights Chandelier
Located in Canton, MA
An ornate cage style chandelier made of silver plate and crystal. Attributed to E.F. Caldwell. C. 1910. This stem of the chandelier is silver plated brass, and is alternating silver ...
Category

Early 20th Century American Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Silver Square Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Antique Classic
Located in Berlin, DE
Experience Timeless Opulence with the Empire Sac a Pearl Crystal Chandelier Indulge in the allure of the past with the Empire Sac a Pearl crystal chandelier, an exquisite blend of v...
Category

1940s European Empire Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wire

Silver Metal Vintage Industrial Theater Scissor Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Metal scissor with vintage pendant. Clear glass with mirror. spotlight size: diameter 24 cm 180° angle adjustable shade Measures: As shown on picture 150 cm Minimum length 85cm...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Vistosi MiniGiogali SP CLA Suspension Light in Glass by Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
The reduced version of Giogali uses glass hooks for smaller wall installations, standard or custom made Specifications: Light source: E26 No of bulbs: 3×60W E26 Dimmer: DIM 1 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Gaetano Sciolari Sirius Silver Plated Midcentury Chandelier, Lightolier, Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
An impressive Modernist chandelier from the 1960s, model Sirius", designed by Gaetano Sciolari for Lightoiler, Italy. Made from silvered brass. The chandelier has three arms and offe...
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver, Brass

Beautiful Mid Century Ceiling Lamp by the Vereinigte Werkstätten Silver-Plated
Located in München, DE
Beautiful and rare large mid century ceiling lamp by the Vereinigte Werkstätten. Very nice mid century slat design with dome shape. He...
Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Solis Drum 36 Pendant Light in Silver by Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
The new Solis Drum Pendant is the latest addition to the elegant Solis suspension family. Featuring a uniquely engaging blend of light and shadow, Solis Drum is made of laser cut pol...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Bola Halo Pendant Light by Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Taking its inspiration from pendant jewelry, Bola Halo is a uniquely expressive pendant light featuring a chromated ring that balances delicately over its el...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Jacco Maris LED Montone Oval Six Light Pendant
Located in Yonkers, NY
The Montone oval chandelier is a study in the graceful fluidity of manipulated steel. The artful ribbon of metal encircling its luminescence comes in 10-light, 8-light and 6-light co...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Vistosi MiniGiogali SP CHA Pendant Light in Glass by Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
The reduced version of Giogali uses glass hooks for smaller wall installations, standard or custom-made Specifications: Light Source: G9 No of Bulbs: 6×60W G9 Dimmer: DIM 1 Fr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Grupa LED Arigato Large Pendant by Filip Despot, Ivana Pavic & Tihana Taraba
Located in Yonkers, NY
The Arigato family of fixtures has appreciation built into its very DNA given its name means thank you in Japanese. According to its design team, Tihana Taraba, Ivana Pavic and Filip...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Vienna Lobmeyr / Bakalowits & Sons Large Chandelier Crystal & Brass
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant large and very impressive chandelier with faceted crystals on a brass frame. Manufactured by Lobmeyr / Bakalowits & Sons in Vienna, Austria in the 1960s. Measures: diameter...
Category

1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Antique, Vintage and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendant Lights

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.

Recently Viewed

View All