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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Creator: Gaetano Sciolari
Creator: Doria Leuchten Germany
doria mid century PENDANT LIGHT chandelier with 16 glass tubes 1960s
Located in Mannheim, DE
Very beautiful hanging lamp manufactured by Doria-Leuchten (Doria-Werk Walter Donner GmbH & Co. KG, Fürth) in the 1960s. The frame is made of white laquered metal and brass, pole and...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass Plated Crystal Prism Chandelier by Sciolari
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Brass plated chandelier featuring crystal prism details by Sciolari.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Gaetano Sciolari Mid-Century Modern Seventeen Light Ice Cube Chandelier MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gaetano Sciolari Mid-Century Modern Seventeen Light Ice Cube Chandelier MINT!
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Large Oval Murano Clear Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large Oval Murano Clear Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Dimensions
Diameter: 14.96 in. (38 cm)
Height: 37.40 in. (95 cm)
One...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Extremly Rare and Huge Rattan Sombrero Ceiling Lamp, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in brass Rattan and PVC. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt.
Light bulbs are not included.
It...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Modern Glass Rod Chandelier by Sciolari for Lightolier, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Clean lines to complement all decors. Wonderful high-end light fixture by Sciolari for Lightolier. With brass detail hanging glass giving the piece an elegant appearance which refrac...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Gaetano Sciolari 'Sculptura' Chandelier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning mid-century modern chandelier with gold and silver combination. Up and down lighting to illuminate your home.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Nickeled Brass Cubist Flushmount by Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Cubist chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari made of square tubes geometrically assembled from which come out eighteen sources of light.
Angelo Gaetano Sciolari
Angelo Gaetano Sciolar...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1970s Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari for Stilkronen
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A Chandelier named Domus designed by Gaetano Sciolari and manufactured by Stilkronen, italian company which used a very strong 24 kt plating on metal. the chandelier hasn't been neve...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Lampadario Gaetano Sciolari Iridescente e Placcato Oro
Located in Palermo, IT
Lampadario iridescente raro, oro “Gaetano Sciolari 1970”
Un lampadario Gaetano Sciolari con le sue bacchette di vetro magiche esprimono vivacita' e voglia di vivere a colori. Le “a...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Plate
Yellow Murano Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, - 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Yellow Murano Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, - 1960s Germany
Dimensions
Diameter: 11.81 in. (30 cm)
Height: 41.33 in. (105 cm)
One E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V.
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large Italian Brutalist Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari
Located in München, DE
Wonderful brutalist chandelier from the 1960s.
Extremely successful Italian design.
A very pleasant and sparkling light is created.
Design: Gaetano Sciolari
Condition:
Ver...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large Oval Yellow Murano Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Yellow/Orange Murano Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Dimensions
Diameter: 10.62 in. (27cm)
Height: 39.37 in. (100 cm)
One E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V.
Our...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large Pendant Light in Chrome Metal by Gaetano Sciolari, 1970s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Iconic hanging lamp designed and produced by Gaetano Sciolari in the 1970s, made of metal tubes with perspex details.
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this iconic lighti...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Beautiful Yellow Murano Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, - 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Yellow Murano Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, - 1960s Germany
Dimensions
Diameter: 11.81 in. (30 cm)
Height: 41.33 in. (105 cm)
One E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V.
...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1970s Vintage Italian Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and well made vintage Italian chandelier in chrome and brass. This was designed by Gaetano Sciolari, it was made in Italy and dates from the 1970s.
It is a lovely siz...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass, Chrome
Murano Yellow Clear Glass Pendant Lights, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three Doria pendant lights (in collaboration with Murano) in the style of Venini, manufactured, circa 1960. Real statement pieces.
High-end thick Murano crystal glass shade made out of overlay glasses in the color yellow, applied in irregular swirls. Mind blowing lighting effect when lit up!
Doria received the German award for design excellence, IF (Industrieform) many times.
In excellent vintage condition. The light requires one standard size bulb up to 100 watts, LED compatible, we can deliver any length of cable or brass rod (see images for white and gold cord).
The stylish elegance and design suits mid century to Hollywood Regency interiors and combine very well with the work of Gio Ponti...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1970 Italy Gaetano Sciolari Sputnik Cascade Chandelier Crystal Balls & Chrome
Located in Palermo, PA
Exquisite 1970s chandelier crafted by Gaetano Sciolari. The chromed structure gracefully cradles 35 chains adorned with suspended crystal balls. Illuminated by a single E27 socket, t...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
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
Large Murano Pink Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large Lovely Pink Murano Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Dimensions
Diameter: 13.38 in. (34 cm)
Height: 39.37 in. (100 cm)
One E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Yellow Murano Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, - 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Yellow Murano Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, - 1960s Germany
Dimensions
Diameter: 11.81 in. (30 cm)
Height: 41.33 in. (105 cm)
One E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V.
...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Bronzed Sciolari Aluminum Minimal Geometric Chandelier Italian Design Gold
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Bronzed Sciolari aluminum minimal geometric chandelier Italian design gold, glass parts. Particular form.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Aluminum
Stunning Large Murano Glass Tubes Flushmount Chrome by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic chrome mid-century Flush mount by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1970-1979 with 5 glass cylinders suspended from the fixture.
Heavy quality and in very good condition. ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Rectilinear Brass and Lucite Chandelier by Sciolari
Located in Buffalo, NY
This refined rectilinear chandelier was realized by Gaetano Sciolari in Italy, circa 1970. It features a cylindrical body with six arms of the same form attached via rectangular slat...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Doria Amber and Clear Glass Globe Pendant.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful exceptional glass globe pendant in the color of deep amber in contrast to clear glass attached to a brass chain. A typical 70s design pendant what will match in any contemp...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Opaline Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid Century Modern Opaline Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Dimensions
Diameter: 14.96 in. (38 cm)
Height adjustable: 23.62 - 39.37 in. (60 - 100 cm)
One E27 socket....
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Sciolari Scultura Chandelier Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Classic chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari from the Geometric series and has the shape of a snowflake and a total of nine lights. Works with E14 lightbulbs. Lightbulbs not included.
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, 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
Gaetano Sciolari Lightolier Glass Rod Chrome Chandelier Pendant set 7 Lamps
Located in Wayne, NJ
Set of 7 Gaetano Sciolari flush mount chrome tone top ceiling lights in brass tone accent and glass rods . Each single lamp measures 9.13" point to point and will vary in width. You ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Chrome Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Italian Mid-Century Modern minimal sculptural chrome chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, 1960s.
Beautiful Art Deco inspired design. Minimalistic design executed with a taste for e...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Large Doria Glass Tube Chandelier
Located in Vienna, AT
Exquisite chandelier with glass pirouettes encircling a brass plate with crackled glass diffuser.
Fitted with six E-27 bulbs. Designed by Doria in Germany in the 1960s.
2 pieces avai...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Doria Organic Ballroom Flush Mounts with Glass Tubes, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 of exceptional flush mount chandeliers by Doria, Germany, manufactured in circa 1970, (late 1960s and early 1970s). Four tiers bearing 96 separate blown Murano tubes of gl...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Glass and Brass Chandelier from Doria Leuchten, 1960s
Located in HEILOO, NL
Mid-century modern chandelier produced by Doria Leuchten Germany in the 1960s.
The lamp has a brass frame with 3 rings with hooks.
The loose Murano glass tubes hang on the hooks.
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1970s Mid-Century Modern Brass Italian Chandelier or Ceiling Light by Sciolari
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An iconic brass chandelier designed by Gaetano Sciolari in the Seventies. The chandelier it also can be used as a ceiling or wall light not using brass cili...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lampadario Sole circolare iridescente e placcato oro “Gaetano Sciolari 1960”
Located in Palermo, IT
Un lampadario Gaetano Sciolari con le sue bacchette di vetro magiche esprimono vivacita' e voglia di vivere a colori. La sua forma circolare acquisisce lucentezza del lampadario, da ...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Gold Plate
Gaetano Sciolari Fabulous Brass and Glass Lens Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Italian, large midcentury Gaetano Sciolari two-tier chandelier featuring in the original brass finish. Fine optic glass lenses are decoratively and functionally mounted on unusually ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Mid Century Modern Chrome & Glass Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid Century Modern Chrome & Glass Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Dimensions
Diameter: 13.38 in. (34 cm)
Height adjustable: 29.52 - 43.30 in. (75 - 110 cm)
One E27 socket. Wor...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Wall Light or Flush Mounts by Leola, 1970s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Sculptural Wall Light or Flush Mounts by Leola, 1970s
Dimensions
Height: 6.19 in ( 16 cm )
Width: 17.72 in ( 45 cm )
Depth: 17.72 in ( 45 cm )
The fixture need 1 x E27 standard bul...
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1970s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Green Massive Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Green Massive Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Dimensions
Diameter: 11.81 in. (30 cm)
Height: 41.33 in. (105 cm)
One E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V.
Our lamps...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Stunning Large Sciolari Chrome Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Nine-light brass chandelier in the style of Sciolari.
9 mouth-blown glasses which gives a very beautiful light effect.
The frame is made of chrome metal and aluminum.
High quali...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 3 Large Stunning Murano Ice Glass Tubes Flush Mount by Doria Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic big midcentury chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969. Many Murano glass cylinders are suspended from the fixture.
Wonderful geometric design.
High qual...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Lovely Yellow Murano Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, - 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Yellow Murano Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria, - 1960s Germany
Dimensions
Diameter: 11.81 in. (30 cm)
Height: 41.33 in. (105 cm)
One E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V.
...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
1 of 5 Large Mid-Century Doria Chandelier Ice Glass, 1960s, Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic four-tier midcentury chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Four 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
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Brass
1 of 3 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
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Brass
Stunning Large Doria Ice Glass Tubes Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Five-tier midcentury chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969. Five rings of Murano glass cylinders( with gold color flakes) suspended from a fixture.
Won...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Murano Glass
Sculptural Brass Wall Lights Flush Mounts by Leola, 1970s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Sculptural Silber / Gold Wall Light Flush Mount by Leola, 1970s Germany
Dimensions:
Height: 6.19 in ( 16 cm )
Width: 17.72 in ( 45 cm )
Depth: 17.72 in ( 45 cm )
The fixture need ...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Seldom Seen Modernist Silver and Crystal Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Buffalo, NY
very rare silver plate and lead crystal Sciolari chandelier, Purchased in 1970 from original owner. Modern and elegant this chandelier has unique triangular pencil drops topped with ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Lead, Silver Plate
Vintage Ice Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria Leuchten, 1960s
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Vintage Ice Glass Ball Pendant Lamp by Doria Leuchten, 1960s
This is a beautiful crystal ball.
Made of glass, the outside is made of bubble ...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome
Stunning Large Doria Ice Glass Tubes Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Five-tier midcentury chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969. Five rings of Murano glass cylinders( with gold color flakes) suspended from a fixture.
Won...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Murano Glass
Large Mid Century Modern Chandelier Model Concorde Design by Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Lucija, SI
Large Modernist Chandelier, model Concorde, was designed by Gaetano Sciolari in '70s, for Lightolier, from the Sciolaris Scultura collection.
This chandelier is in top vintage condit...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Chrome
Large Gilt Brass and Crystal Chandelier, by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
An outstanding and high-quality gilded chandelier or pendant light fixture by Palwa, Germany, 1970s.
It is made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame decorated with individual "jewe...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Space Age Chandelier shaded as Atom by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy 1970s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a rare, minimalist chandelier designed by Gaetano Sciolari. It features shape of an atom and 8 lightbulb spots, using bulbs model E14, available worldwi...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Lovely Sculptural Brass Wall Lights Flush Mounts by Leola, 1970s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Sculptural Silber / Gold Wall Light Flush Mount by Leola, 1970s Germany
Dimensions:
Height: 6.19 in ( 16 cm )
Width: 17.72 in ( 45 cm )
Depth: 17.72 in ( 45 cm )
The fixture need ...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Stunning Murano Ice Glass Tubes Chandelier by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic three-tier midcentury Flush mount by Doria, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Three rings of Murano glass cylinders suspended from a fixture.
Heavy quality and in ver...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Mid Century Italian Modern Chandelier by Sciolari in Gun Metal Chrome & Brass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classy looking chandelier by Sciolari from Italy circa 70's or 80's. It features gunmetal chrome and brass construction. 12 bulbs and 15 inch hanging chain included. Original bulbs...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass, Chrome
Mid-Century Modernist Cylindrical Glass & Brass Chandelier by Doria Leuchten
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Mid-Century Modernist Circular Flush Mount Chandelier is created by Doria Leuchten and originates from Austria, Circa 1960. Features a lovely arrangement of mottl...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Mid Century Modern Chrome & Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid Century Modern Chrome & Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
One E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V.
Our lamps are checked, cleaned and are suitable for use in t...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Midcentury Sciolari Style Brass Chandelier, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful midcentury brass chandelier in the manner of Sciolari made by Staff Leuchten, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s.
Sockets: 15 x E14 small bulbs./ max. 40 watt each-
G...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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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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