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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Creator: Fontana Arte
Creator: Doria Leuchten Germany
1970s Large German Doria Leuchten Crackle Iced Glass Textured Hanging Light
Located in London, GB
1970s Large crackled, textured, iced-glass, cylindrical, pendant hanging light manufactured by Doria Leuchten in Germany. The shade hangs from a white flex with a matching ceiling cup which hides the wires where they connect to the ceiling. A brushed chrome bulb holder covers the bottom part of the flex where it connects to the shade. A single screw-in E27 bulb is required.
The textured indentations produce a very soft light. In very good vintage condition. The height can easily be adjusted by replacing the existing flex with a longer version or reducing the existing one in length. Perfect for a bedroom, bathroom or landing.
Rewired by a professional electrician and in full working order.
I also have a matching smaller version on the Retro Living...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wire, Chrome
Rare Max Ingrand Mod. 0556/B ceiling lamp for Fontana Arte, Italy 1960's
Located in Milan, IT
Rare Max Ingrand Mod. 0556/B ceiling lamp for Fontana Arte
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
20th Century Italian Fontana Arte Crystal Glass Chandelier by Pietro Chiesa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Art Deco Italian chandelier made of handcrafted brass and hand blown smoked crystal glass, designed by Pietro Chiesa and produced by FontanaArte, in good condition. The hanging ceiling pendant is featuring a three light socket. The wires have been renewed. Wear consistent with age and use, circa 1930-1940, Italy.
Measure: Light fixture: 21" H
Pietro Chiesa was an Italian designer born in 1892, in Milan, Italy and passed away in 1948 Paris, France. Chiesa finished his apprenticeship in the studio of the furniture designer, interior decorator Giovan Battista Gianotti in Milan. Chiesa comes from an artistic family, he opened his own own glass making studio, Botega di Pietro Chiesa in 1921 Milan. Chiesa concentrated mainly on designing glass, he treated glass like a valuable material.
FontanaArte is an Italian lighting and design company founded in 1931 Milan, Italy. Founded by the two well-known Italian architect and designers Giovanni Ponti...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Custom Doria Twenty-Five-Globe Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Custom made, exquisite large-scale brass Sputnik chandelier with 25 blown seed glass globes by Doria. Stem can be cut to size. Chandelier body measures 21.5 inches tall. Rewired for use in the USA.
On Display at 200 Lexington...
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20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Stunning Murano Glass Flushmount by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large Fantastic mid-century Flush mount chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Many Murano glass cylinders are suspended from the fixture.
Wonderful geometric ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Extremely Rare Doria Ballroom Plafoniere or Chandelier, Germany 1970s
Located in Berlin, BE
FANTASTIC DORIA FÜRTH GIGANTIC CRYSTAL GLASS PLAFONIERE
8 LIGHTS & 148 GRAND CLOSED HAND-MADE GLASS TUBES
DIAMETER 34 INCHES HEIGHT OF THE BODY 15 INCHES
SPECTACULAR RARE & ELEGANT 8 LIGHTS (E27) FINE CRYSTAL BALLROOM CHANDELIER 1970´s / DORIA / FÜRTH / GERMANY
This chandelier of DORIA Manufacture is a timeless masterpiece of German Furniture Design and a high end product of the tube design era. The manufacturer got more than 30 international design awards from 1961. The lightsculpture impresses as a concept with extraordinary elegance, because produced with finest materials and finished in excellent lines. The lighting in nearly perfect vintage condition is carefully cleaned and rewired. The enameled surfaces and steel hooks...
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1970s German Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Doria Glass Tube Chandelier with Brass Surround, Germany
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant flush mount chandelier with organic glass tubes and a centre glass disc surrounded by a band of brass.
Takes six medium E27 base bulbs up to 60 watts each. Height listed is o...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Superb Glass Balls Ceiling Pendant by Doria
Located in Kingston, NY
This superb ceiling pendant by Doria features five cascading Murano glass balls in excellent original condition. The beautiful corrugated blown glass shades provide the perfect filte...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass, Plastic
Dahlia Chandelier Mod. 1563A by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy, 1950
Located in Brussels, BE
Dahlia chandelier mod. 1563A by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy, 1950.
The Dahlia Chandelier is one of the most iconic pieces from the Fontana Arte archive. Designed in the mid ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 6 Petite Murano Tubes Pendant Lights by Doria, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 3 petite Murano pendant lights designed by Doria, 1970s
Very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired, and ready to use.
Each Pendant requires one E14 small bulb with 40W max.
Light ...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Model 1636 Pendant by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 1636 Pendant by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa the 1950s. A gorgeous polished brass drop pendant featuring a rather complex design at t...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
"Dahlia" mod. 1563 M. Ingrand for Fontana Arte Brass Glass Chandelier Italy 50s
Located in Palermo, IT
Very rare "Dahlia" chandelier, model "1563", designed by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte in the 1950s is one of the most coveted and iconic pieces of Italian Mid-Century design. Pink cu...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 3 Stunning Murano Glass Tubes Chandelier by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic two-tier midcentury flush mount by Doria, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Two rings of Murano glass cylinders suspended from a fixture.
Heavy quality and in very g...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 2 Extra Large Stunning Murano Glass Flushmount by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 2 Extra Large Fantastic mid-century Flush mount chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Many Murano glass cylinders are suspended from the fixture.
Wonderf...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Doria Pendant Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
One Doria pendant light.
Measures: Diameter 36 cm.
Height 17 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1 of 2 Stunning Murano Glass Tubes Flushmount by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic big midcentury chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Many Murano glass cylinders suspended from the fixture.
High quality and in very good conditi...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Grey Brown and Rose Glass Pendant Light, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
A ceiling mount light fixture with 3 Doria Leuchten globes (in collaboration with Murano) in the style of Venini, manufactured, circa 1960. Real statement piece.
High-end thick Mura...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Rare Pendant No. 2127 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Located in New York, NY
Crystal cut clear glass, frosted glass, nickel plated brass. painted aluminum. 8 x E12, (candelabra) sockets.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
1 of the 3 Murano Yellow Glass Pendant Light, Different Shapes, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 3 Doria Leuchten globes (in collaboration with Murano) in the style of Venini, manufactured, circa 1960. Real statement piece.
High-end thick Murano crystal glass shades ma...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Chrome
1 of the 4 Huge XXL Giant Ballroom Light Fixtures, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
We ofer a amazing high-end light fixture. The pair is executed to a high standard. Beautiful craftsmanship. The light fixture not only functions as light source but also as a sculptu...
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1960s German Adam Style Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Wolfgang Tümpel for Doria Germany 1950s
By Doria Leuchten Germany, Wolfgang Tümpel 1
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Catalog no 913/3522 - 55. Designed by Wolfgang Tümpel for Doria Leuchten, Germany, 1950s.
Executed in op...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Pair of Midcentury Pendants Doria Leuchten, Germany, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice style of lighting
- rare type
- marked by label
- rare in pair
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Fontana Arte Lantern
By Fontana Arte
Located in Red Lion, PA
Very elegant 1940s Fontana Arte Lantern
Made with thick green nilo glass and brass
Needs to be rewired
Category
1940s Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte brass opaline glass chandelier 1955
Located in Paris, IDF
This brass and opal glass chandelier, designed by Max Ingrand for the iconic Italian lighting manufacturer Fontana Arte, dates back to 1955. Crafted with noble materials and clean li...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
OZ pendant lamp by Daniele Puppa & Franco Raggi for Fontana Arte, 1980
Located in UTRECHT, NL
The OZ pendant lamp, designed by Daniele Puppa & Franco Raggi in 1980. Crafted by the esteemed lighting manufacturer Fontana Arte in northern Italy during the 1980s, this exquisite p...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Gio Ponti for Fontana Arte brass crystal frosted glass chandelier 1938
Located in Paris, IDF
This superb chandelier, designed by Gio Ponti for Fontana Arte in 1938, is a variation of the Padelle chandelier designed in the early 1930s. It consists of a large flat disc of crys...
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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Max Ingrand ceiling lamp model 2448 Fontana Arte 1960
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning ceiling lamp model 2448 designed by Max Ingrand and manufactured by Fontana Arte in Italy 1960. The lamps feature a round chrome structure that holds thirty-two chiseled gla...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome, Nickel
Cascade Fixture with Eight Murano Glass Globes, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Absolutely amazing huge ceiling mount pendant light fixture with eight different globes by Doria Leuchten, manufacturered around 1960s. With hand blown murano glass globes in 11.8"(3...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
Rare Ceiling Light by Gio Ponti and Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Ceiling Light by Gio Ponti and Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa the 1930s. Unique sculptural 'Saturn' ceiling light, with an illustrativ...
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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare Chandelier by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Chandelier by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, Italy, 1940s. A gorgeous drop chandelier consisting of molded vertical paneling and intricate interior construction. The exterior g...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Five - Tier Glass Tube Chandelier by Doria Leuchten, Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous glass tube multi tiered chandelier made by Doria Leuchten, Germany. It is in very good condition and requires a total of nine European E14 / 110 volt candelabra bulbs, each ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Cascade Fixture with Six Yellow Murano Glass Globes, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Absolutely amazing huge high-end ceiling mount pendant light fixture with six different globes by Doria Leuchten, manufacturered around 1960s. With hand blown heavy and high quality ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Pendant Lamp by Doria
Located in München, DE
Beautiful pendant lamp from the 1960s.
Exceptionally high-quality workmanship with a fantastic appearance.
The design creates a spectacular play of light in the room.
Manufacturer: ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Beautiful Glass Tube Chandelier by Doria Leuchten, Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous glass tube pendant light made by Doria Leuchten, Germany. It is in very good condition and requires six European E14 / 110 volt candelabra bulbs, each bulb up to 40 watts. F...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Space Age Light Fixtures Doria, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
We offer an amazing and unique pair of large Space Age light fixture. The set was made by the German manufacturer Doria in the 1970s.
These heavy quality light sculptures not only f...
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Mid-20th Century German Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
1 of the 2 Murano Rose Glass Pendant Light, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 Doria Leuchten rose globes (in collaboration with Murano) in the style of Venini, manufactured, circa 1960.
High-end thick Murano crystal glass shades made out of overlay...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hand Blown Gold Glass Pedant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Several Large glass and brass ceiling lights from the 1970s of the factory Doria Leuchten, Germany, Europe. The lamp has a clear glass bulb with a brass fitting. A high quality piece...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Space Age Brass and Blown Glass Lighs by Doria, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
We offer an amazing and unique pair of large Space Age light fixtures. The set was made by in Germany, Doria in the 1970s.
These heavy quality light sculptures not only function as ...
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1970s German Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
1 of 14 Glass Amber Pedant Lights, Doria, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the18 Cascade lamps in a bubble design, model 4309, manufactured by Doria. It is suitable especially for high ceilings and lounge areas. The four large glass bubbles create a be...
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1970s German Post-Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pendant Lamp by Doria
Located in München, DE
Beautiful pendant lamp from the 1960s.
Exceptionally high-quality workmanship with a fantastic appearance.
The design creates a spectacular play of light in the room.
Manufacturer: ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Vintage disk chandelier by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, Italy 1940s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage disk chandelier by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte made in Italy in the 1940s.
Three exquisitely sculpted and sandblasted glass discs interact with light in contrasting manner...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Pendant by Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian pendant with a large frosted glass shade suspended with three blue glass balls on nickel frame / Made in Italy by Fontana Arte, circa 1970s
Original sticker on the ce...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
1940s vintage chandelier designed by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte
Located in None, IT
Chandelier with a gilt brass frame, two lights with clear beveled glass shades.
Design Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, 1940s.
CONDITION: In good condition, working, has chipping on ...
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1940s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Max Ingrad For Fontana Arte Drop Pendant Lamp, Model 2259, Italy, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
A stunning Mid-century ceiling pendant light chandelier dating back to the 1960s. Model no. 2259, handcrafted by Fontana Arte in Italy and designed by the renowned Max Ingrand. This ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant Lamp by Doria
Located in München, DE
Very nice pendant lamp by Doria from the 1960s.
The plastic reflector creates a wonderful light.
The surface has a hammered look.
Impressively beautiful and contemporary design.
Man...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Fontana Arte chandelier by Gio Ponti, Italy 1940s
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Stunning chandelier designed by Gio Ponti for Fontana Arte
This suspension lamp, manufactured by Fontana Arte, features a transparent glass disc with metal and brass details
Origin...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Round Ice Glass Chandelier by Doria, ca. 1970s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Mid-Century Round Ice Glass Pendant Chandelier by Doria, ca. 1970s
A beautiful, mid-century iced crystal glass and brass two-light chandelier by Doria Werkstätten, circa the 1970s, G...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Pair Mid Century Doria Three Tier Blown Glass Fixtures
Located in Troy, MI
This pair of three tier modernist chandeliers by German maker Doria dates from the 1960s. Chandliers have metal frames with three graduated tiers of clear, oblong shaped glass pendan...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Mid Century Doria Leuchten Black Glass Pendant Lamp Space Age Hanging Lamp
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Very rare mid century glass pendant lamp by Doria Leuchten. The lamp has a beautiful cone shape. The addition of the black swirling texture introduces an element of modernity and vis...
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20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Chandelier in Satin Crystal and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, chandelier, model '2054', nickel-plated brass, satin crystal glass, Italy, circa 1960
This chandelier (c. 1960) by the esteemed French master glass wor...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass, Nickel
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Rare Ceiling Light Model 2067
Located in New York, NY
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte rare exquisite ceiling light or chandelier model 2067 featuring a large thick acid-etched crystal glass diffuser with polished beveled edges supported by a central brass stem ending in a decorative brass element. This sculptural light has a lovely organic freeform shaped glass elegantly suspended by tapering brass stem with a central brass decorative cutout...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Dahlia chandelier model '1563' by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy, 1955
Located in Rovereta, SM
One of the most iconic pieces from the Fontana Arte archive, the 'Dahlia' chandelier, designed in the mid 1950s, continues to impress some 70 years later.
Designed by Max Ingrand (f...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Round Textured Clear Glass Doria Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Tulip shaped glass pendant light, manufactured by Doria Leuchten Germany in circa 1960.
This handmade pendant consists of a brass rod with an array of textured round tube-shaped gla...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare pair Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte 'Micro' pendants Model 1933
Located in London, GB
Rare pair original Max Ingrand pendents
Double lens cut panels of thick profiled polished glass with satin finished glass centres
In excellent condition.
No chips or cracks. Love...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Fountain Art Chandelier
By Fontana Arte
Located in Palermo, IT
Fontana Arte style chandelier in curved glass and chrome-plated metal circa 1970.
The measurements below refer to the chandelier only.
Excellent condition, working.
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1970s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1 of 3 Large Doria Ice Glass Tubes Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic four-tier midcentury chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969. 4 rings of Murano glass cylinders suspended from a fixture.
Sockets: 10 x E14 candelabra b...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Midcentury Italian Patinated Brass Fontana Arte Pendant Light by Pietro Chiesa
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury Italian Patinated Brass Fontana Arte Pendant Light, attributed to Pietro Chiesa, 1941.
Sculpted from patinated brass tubing and...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Doria Ice Glass Tubes Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic two-tier midcentury chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969. 2 rings of Murano glass cylinders suspended from a fixture.
Wonderful light effect.
Sockets...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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.
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