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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Creator: Carl Fagerlund
Creator: Paavo Tynell
Orrefors Crystal Flush Mount Designed by Carl Fagerlund
Located in Bronx, NY
Very well kept Swedish Orrefors flush mount from the 1970s by Carl Fagerlund,
A brass frame with a bottom glass plate hold by a shiny round flat brass disc in the middle surrounded ...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in Black
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1965' pendant lamp in black. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in Red
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1965' pendant lamp in red. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforated brass metal shade with white interio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Brass by Paavo Tynell, 1940's, Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Custom Ordered Ceiling Lamp in Copper & Brass by Paavo Tynell, 1940's
Additional Information:
Material: Copper and brass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by Taito Oy in Fin...
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Paavo Tynell for Lightolier, Large Brass Pendant Lamp/ Chandelier, 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Paavo Tynell for Lightolier, Large Brass Pendant Lamp/ Chandelier, 1950s
USA, 20th Century
An exceptional design, this Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Large Brass Pendant Lamp/Chandelie...
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20th Century American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Single Orrefors Crystal Flush Mount Designed by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, 1970
Located in Bronx, NY
Very well kept Swedish Orrefors flush mount from the 1970s by Carl Fagerlund,
A brass frame with a bottom glass plate hold by a shiny round flat brass disc in the middle surrounded b...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pendant Model 9030, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1940s/1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Pendant model 9030 designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy. From the 1940s/1950s. Brass frame with glass and rattan lampshades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with ag...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Chandelier, Glass, 1940s
Located in Stamford, CT
Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Chandelier, Glass, 1940s
Swedish modern chandelier or pendant designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Sweden circa 1940s. Th...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Model 9029/6 Chandelier
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Watford, GB
Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, Pendant lamp / Chandelier, model 9029/6
A spectacular and very rare Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Model 9029/6 chandelier from the “Concerto” series (c. 1948). T...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Original White Color.
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in a few different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill an...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell, 1950's opaline glass pendant with wooden slat shade, Idman Oy
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Illuminate your space with the timeless elegance of this 1950's opaline glass pendant by the iconic Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy. The pendant features a wooden slat shade that adds a to...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass Pendant Ceiling Lamp with Brass, Sweden 1960s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Vintage glass pendant by the Swedish designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Manufactured in the 1960s.
The lamp is made of pressed translucent glass and has beautiful parts made fro...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Green Glass Pendant Lamp By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Square shaped green glass and clear glass (inside) both connected with a teak pole. Designed in the 1960s by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks in Sweden. Light grey tinted glas...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in Brass
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1965' pendant lamp in brass. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
One of the Six Large Fagerlund Glass Leaves Brass Chandelier by Orrefors, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
This beautifully and stunning pendant chandelier with ten glass shades and brass fittings was produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl Fagerlund. Bea...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Stunning Large Carl Fagerlund Chandelier Murano Glass Leaves, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Very glamorous chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors glass, Sweden, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960-1969. The light features a polished brass frame with 15 stunni...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Model "2033" Ceiling Lamps for Taito, Finland 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Utrecht, NL
The most famous Finnish industrial designer, Paavo Tynell came to be known as the “man who illuminated Finland” thanks to his notable lighting designs. A master craftsman himself, Ty...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund
Located in Dronten, NL
Brass chandelier with crystal shades over amber glass interior shades designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s.
Many museums, churches and headquarters of large ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Brown and Bubble Glass
Located in Rijssen, NL
A rare pair of elegant pendant lights in smoke/brown colored glass with brass details from world famous Orrefors Glas and designed by renowned glassware designer Carl Fagerlund.
Dime...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Orrefors Swedish Carl Fagerlund 1960s Crystal Mid Century Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful small Swedish Mid Century 1960s pendant composed of aged brass hardware and a six sided smoked green glass shade and a clear crystal inter shade. Rewired.
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell “R4/1704” Wrought Iron Chandelier for Taito, Finland 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Utrecht, NL
From the ’30s and throughout the ’50s, Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) was considered Finland’s premier lighting designer, called on to illuminate public spaces across the country. In Helsi...
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1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
A Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 in Original White
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 In Yellow
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pendant Model K1-9/5, Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy, Mid 20th Century
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Pendant model K1-9/5, designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Idman Oy, Mid 20th Century. Opaline glass and brass. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use....
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Carl Fagerlund By Orrifors Chandelier 10 Leaves glass Murano
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Carl Fagerlund by Orrifors Chandelier with glass of murano in frosted glass design. Very rare model of glass with a golden brass structure. An iconic lamp of danish design, a unique ...
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1980s Swedish Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell, Pendant Light, Chrome, Glass, Finland, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome-plated metal and opaline glass designed by Paavo tynell and produced in Taito, Finland, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 4” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
1960 Brass and Glass Chandelier or Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
1960s, Beautiful and excellent brass chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. Ten brass arms with E28 screw fittings in two length to support the art glass vases a...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960's Flushmount Chandelier in Glass and Brass by Carl Fagerlund for Lyfa
By Carl Fagerlund, Lyfa
Located in Knebel, DK
Mid-century flushmount chandelier in glass and brass by Carl Fagerlund for Lyfa.
The flushmount chandelier feature a completely rewired 6 light fixture with a large thick glass lam...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell for Idman Rare Pendant Lamp with Textured Surface in Brass
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Idman, pendant lamp, brass, Finland, 1960s
Exclusive chandelier by Finnish lamp designer Paavo Tynell for Idman. The wavy texture of the shade was used by Tynell fo...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell pendant model 1083 for Taito, brass, Opal & rattan
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Large and nice Paavo Tynell Fixture model 1083 design in the 40's and produced during the 50's by TAITO in Finland. The light is composed by a Opal glass, a brass core and a rattan s...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Chandelier model 9029/4, Taito Oy 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The absolutely beautiful and classic 9029 chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in the 1950s. The model 9029 comes in various different sizes, t...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Carl Fagerlund By Orrifors Chandelier 14 Leaves glass Murano
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Carl Fagerlund by Orrifors Chandelier with glass of murano in frosted glass design. Very rare model of glass with a golden brass structure. An iconic lamp of danish design, a unique ...
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1980s Swedish Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp 80648 in Copper, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A gorgeous unperforated version of the Starry Sky which is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. The lamp is made of copper and glass and has an absolute perfect pa...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Carl Fagerlund By Orrifors Chandelier 9 Leaves glass Murano
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Carl Fagerlund by Orrifors Chandelier with glass of murano in frosted glass design. Very rare model of glass with a golden brass structure. An iconic lamp of danish design, a unique ...
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1980s Swedish Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Green Tinted Glass & Brass Pendant Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
Elegant pendant lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Swedish glass company Orrefors, 1960s Sweden. Hexagon shaped with green tinted glass with an internal diffuser in clear pressed gl...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp M. A1957, Taito Oy 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and rare ceiling lamp in full brass. Designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in the 1950s. This is one of Tynells nicest and most recognizable mo...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
An Extremely Rare Pair of Paavo Tynell Pendants m. 3353 for Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
An extremely rare and huge in size, pair of ceiling pendants designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito in Finland in the 1950s. Nicely patinated brass combined with opal gla...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 In Black
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Starry Sky stands as one of Paavo Tynell's most iconic lamp designs, produced by both Taito and Idman in various sizes. Its unique grill and side perforations create a celestial ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell for Idman Chandelier in Brass
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Idman, chandelier, polished brass, perforated brass, Finland, circa 1950
This majestic chandelier is designed by the master in the fields of lighting Paavo Tynell f...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Orrefors Light Fixture by Carl Fagerlund
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Striking Swedish Orrefors hanging chandelier with pie shaped segments that all fit together and screw in around the edged of the pressed glass panels. The trim of the fixture is an b...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A Comissioned Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp, Taito, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is by far one of the most beautiful Tynell ceiling lamps we have come across in our 30 year career.
We believe this lamp is from the 1940s because of the style and the combinat...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
Carl Fagerlund Chandelier for Orrefors Sweden Textured Acanthus Glass Leaves
Located in St. Louis, MO
Carl Fagerlund chandelier or pendant for Orrefors Swedenm with four clear textured Murano Acanthus glass form leaves, with brass frame, center support and chain. Takes four candle si...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell, Ceiling lamp "Morsiuskimppu", 9029, Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
This elegant chandelier "Morsiuskimppu" or "Bridal bouquet" model 9029/3 is designed by Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) for Taito.
It is polished brass with leaf and flower decorations. Th...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.25” H x 3.75” Diameter
Socket takes standard ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Large 1940/50s Brass pendant lamp, newer shades
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Vantaa, FI
Large brass pendant lamp by Paavo Tynell, Taito as manufacturer, shades are newer, made from wood.
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Paavo Tynell, rare pendant designed for the finnish Parliament, 1929
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare and early ceiling light designed by Paavo Tynell in the late 20's for the Finnish parliament and placed there in 1929. The light is made with long brass leafs putting upon each ...
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1920s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A pendant by Paavo Tynell, model 1088.
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lighting pendant designed. by Paavo Tynell, for Taito Oy , model number '1088' . Finland , circa 1950th.
Brass shaft, amber color glass shade. Total height 29", diameter 17.75".
Exi...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A Magnificent Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 82500 for Idman, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and quite a sizeable Paavo Tynell ceiling pendant model no. 82500 for Idman from the 1950s. Because of its size, the lamp suit...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with pressed glass, fitted with six E14 sockets, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Orrefors chandelier Carl fagerlund, Sweden 1950
Located in Bronx, NY
Orrefors chandelier 1950 Sweden.
Eight pie shaped crocodile pattern glass slices together make up the diffuser with a large flat round brass piece in the center that supports the gla...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Carl Fagerlund Glass Leaves Brass Chandelier by Orrefors, 60s
Located in Göteborg, SE
Very beautiful ceiling lamp in brass with decorative leaves of Murano glass. The lamp was designed by Carl Fagerlund for orrefors in the 60s.
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell, a "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in White
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp/Flush Mount Model Number 1088 For Idman, 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell. This model flush mount came with different size glass/fabric version shades, mainly 40,45,50,55 or 60 cm long, and 3 light bulbs. As most mo...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare 1960s Paavo Tynell Starry Sky 9068 Lamp by Lightolier Ceiling Mount Large
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Ready to be hardwired, with normal US 110v voltage. Houses 4 incandescent bulbs.
This is a large 18x18 square “starry sky” ceiling lamp model #9068 by Paavo Tynell for Lightolier. ...
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1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Paavo Tynell Commissioned Ceiling Lamp, Taito Oy 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
This early Tynell ceiling lamp is quite an exquisite example of how luxurious and elegant Taito lamps were, most likely from the 1930s before Tynell became a household name through h...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell Manufactured by Taito Oy, Finland c. 1950
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Berlin, DE
Ceiling light designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, Finland, c. 1950
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass Structured Glass Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with heavy pressed glass elements fitted with 6 E27 sockets. Manufactured in Sweden by Orrefors and designed in the 1960s by Carl Orrefors. Perfect original condition.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell SNOWFLAKE Chandelier
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Paavo Tynell (Finnish, 1890-1973); Taito OY
Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent
Materials: brass, perforated brass, wire
Dimensions (H, W, D): 40...
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20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass, Wire
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.
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