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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Creator: J.T. Kalmar
Creator: Fredrick Ramond
J.T. KALMAR Uplight Ceiling Brass Lamp, Chandelier, Mod. 8585, 1960s, Austria
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern 'UFO' ceiling light, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar in 1960's, Austria, Vienna. This chandelier is a striking appearance in every room. Elegant shape and hi...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
J. T. Kalmar "Tulipan" Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Chandelier with ten bulbs and 41 handblown glass elements made by J.T. Kalmar.
Very good condition with minimal signs of age, such as patina on brass. The glass bulbs have no damage....
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Large Murano Glass Fazzoletto Pendant Light by J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Large beautiful pendant light by J.T Kalmar. Manufactured in Austria, Europe, around 1970 (late 1960s, early 1970s). The Italian murano glass is hand blown.
The white opaque glass ...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Large 10-Arm Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Brass and Textured Pressed Glass, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A beautiful and large 10-armed light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (late 1950s to early 1960s).
It consists of a frame made of solid, poli...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Patinated Brass Uplight Bowl Chandelier Pendant Light by J.T. Kalmar, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large polished brass bowl up light chandelier / pendant light by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
The fixture is made of so...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
One Kalmar Chandeliers Palazzo Gilt Brass and Glass Austria, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
One very exquisit 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brillant glass light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s and early 1970...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant Light Chandelier 'Mexico' J.T. Kalmar, Brass Cane Wicker, 1960s, 1 of 2
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two large pendant lamps model no. 3635/6 'Mexiko' (engl. Mexico) by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960s.
A brass star with six arms and cone shaped wicker or cane shades. Each chandel...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Kalmar Chandelier, Brass and Textured Glass, 1950s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An impressive handmade and large chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
The fixture is made of polished brass in a w...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Mid - Century Modern "Florida" Chandelier by Kalmar, Glass and Brass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Mid - Century Modern "Florida" Chandelier by Kalmar, Glass and Brass, 1970s
Brass polished and stove enameled
Murano glass leaves
We also have 2 matching wall lamps ( see last pictur...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Height Adjustable Counterweight Pendant Lamp By Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A height adjustable brass counter balance pendant lamp by J.T. Kalmar manufactured in midcentury in 1950. Fitted with three E27 sockets.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Clear and Orange/Amber Angled Glass Tubes Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A stunning and high quality masterpiece chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Germany, 1970. It features 25 Murano blown art angled glass tubes on a white colored metal structure. Chrome-plated...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Kalmar Catena Murano Glass Chrome Chandelier, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A fantastic Kalmar chandelier model "Catena" by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1970s. These lights are handmade high quality pieces. Made of large hand-molded Murano glass...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Huge Austrian Midcentury Ice-Glass Chandelier by Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Large and gorgeous Austrian midcentury chandelier from 1970s. This chandelier was made during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar.
This piece is composed by 36 units of Ice-glass blocks (...
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1670s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Kalmar Lighting Chandelier Glass Ice First Chrome Structure, Austria, 1970
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Exceptional JT Kalmar chandelier with large ice frost glass with chrome structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the Austrian Design .
This uniq...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Very rare 1960s Space Age Chrome ceiling lamp by J.T. Kalmar Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Very rare 1960s Space Age Chrome flush mount lamp by J.T. Kalmar.
Great very high quality design from the 1960s. Made in Austria.
Molecular construction made of chrome-plated metal.
...
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1960s Austrian Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid Century Modern Kalmar Iceicle Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Houston, TX
The 1960s Mid-century modern Kalmar Iceicle chandelier embodies the essence of sleek sophistication and timeless elegance. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it features a ...
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Chandelier "Tulipan" By J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Houston, TX
Crafted in Austria during the 1960s, the "Tulipan" chandelier by J.T. Kalmar embodies the essence of mid-century modern design with exquisite craftsmanship and refined aesthetics. It...
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
One of Three Ice Glass Pendant Lights from J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three ice glass pendant lights designed by J.T Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria in the 1960s.
Stunning design, each pendant has four large squares of white,...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
1 of 3 Ice Glass Pendant Lights by J.T. Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern pendant lights, manufactured by Kalmar, Austria in the 1970s. High end simplistic design. Each light has brass sockets and one layer of extremely stylis...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Murano Glass Beige Flower Chandelier by Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Mid century brass chandelier in the shape of a flower by J.T. Kalmar, Austria around 1970.
Illuminates beautifully.
Designed and executed by Kalmar Vienna in the 1970s. The white/ye...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Kalmar 'Tulipan' Light Fixture, Austria 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
An exceptional 'Tulipan' flush mount chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in the midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1960s-early 1970s). With beautiful Murano Tulipan sh...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Kalmar Chandelier, Textured Glass and Brass, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A beautiful textured glass and brass light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
Two round glass belts are mount...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Brass Walnut Textured Glass, 1950s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A six-arm chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, manufacured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (1950s or early 1960s).
The fixture is made of a nice mixture of materials: textured clear glass ...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960s Austrian J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar Lighting Crystal Glass & Chrome Chandelier
Located in London, GB
1960s Austrian two-tiered chandelier designed by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar Lighting. A striking and elegant chandelier with textured crystal glass tubes on a chromed-metal frame. The in...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Chrome
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Glass Tulipan Flush Mount J.T. Kalmar 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage flush mount or chandelier Tulipan from brass and glass by Kalmar Austria, Vienna, 1960s.
An amazing and delicate flush mount or chandelier with forty ( 40 ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Beautiful Large Kalmar Tulipan Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Imposing chandelier manufactured by Kalmar in Vienna in the 1960s.
Brass frame white enameled with 31 handblown art glass balls. Fitted with nine E14 sockets up to 40 W, it can be u...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare Eight Arms Chandelier by Josef Frank for Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with 8 arm and silk shades fitted each with E27 sockets, designed by Josef Frank in the 1930s for Kalmar Vienna. This one was produced in the 1950s.
The brass part...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Impressive Austrian Kalmar "Fuente" Crystal Ice Glass Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Large and heavy steel construction silver painted 28 crystal ice glass elements and fitted with 8 E14 + 1 E27 sockets and 28 made by Kalmar in Austria in the 1960s.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Steel
One of Three Wave Glass Pendant Lights by J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three wave glass pendant lights designed by J.T Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s.
Simple yet beautiful design. Each pendant has one wave textured glass...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass 'Palazzo' light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1970 (late 1960s and early 19...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
J.T. Kalmar 18" Cubist Flush Mount Chandelier Brass & Ice Glass, Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant flush mount ceiling light with 13 ice glass cubes on a golden brass frame. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s.
Measures: width total 18.1” in. (46 cm), dep...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilded Brass Glass, Austria, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 gilded brass and clear brilliant glass 'Palazzo' light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1970 (late 1960s and early 1970s). H high end piece. ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Glamorous Kalmar 25" Catena Flush Mount Chandelier Murano Glass & Brass, 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant ceiling light with 24 clear and "pulegoso" Murano glasses on a golden brass frame. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s.
Manufacturer: J.T. Kalmar.
Model: Cat...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Cascading 25" Amber Murano Chandelier Interlocking Glass Carlo Nason Kalmar 1960
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant cascading ceiling light with 30 clear and 24 smoked amber interlocking Murano glasses on a chromed frame. Heavy duty. Has 7 sockets. In very good condition. Gives beautiful l...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Chrome Sputnik Ceiling Fixture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kalmar Atomic Aluminum Chandelier. Round lightbulbs make the fixture anything you want it to be! white, clear or even round balls with 1/2 chrome tops all look amazing in this fixt...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Exceptional Pair of Kalmar 'Tulipan' Light Fixtures, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
An exceptional 'Tulipan' pair by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in 20th century, circa 1970, (late 1960s-early 1970s). With beautiful Murano Tulipan shaped blown bubble g...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
One of Three Ice Glass Pendant Lights from J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three ice glass pendant lights designed by J.T Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria in the 1960s.
Stunning design, each pendant has four large squares of white,...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Chrome pendants with glass plates by Julius Teododor Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Pendants, chromed bronze structure with Murano glass plates, by Julius Teododor Kalmar (1884-1968).
Austria, CIRCA 1950.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Kalmar Chandelier Pendant Light, Amber Glass and Brass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A very nice pendant light by Kalmar Franken KG manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970. Three smoke or amber tone Murano glasses are mounted on a brass fixture.
The crystal leaves ar...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
One of Two Huge Chandeliers Kalmar 'Tulipan', Murano Glass Brass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two extra large and fantastic light fixtures model Tulipan HL 155 by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
Two ligh...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
1 of 2 Extra Large Mid-Century 'Tulipan' Glass Flush Mount Lights by Kalmar 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two extra large and gorgeous Mid-Century Modern 'Tulipan' flush mount chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early ...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
3-Light Fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Crystal Glass, 1 Chandelier and 2 Wall Lights
Located in Rijssen, NL
We offer a amazing set of Kalmar light fixtures. The set is executed to a very high standard. By J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970. Kalmar was the most important pr...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
One of Two Kalmar Chandeliers or Pendant Lights 'Florida', Glass and Brass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two beautiful and handmade high quality pendant light fixtures model 'Florida' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). The...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
Pair of Kalmar Chandeliers Citrus Swirl Smoked Glass, Austria, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of gorgeous Murano glass pendant lights by Kalmar, 1960s. High quality smoked swirl ice glass, 10 clear twisted crystal glass panels with a light gold dish amber colored strip...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
1 of the 2 Exceptional Huge Seven Tiers J.T Kalmar Ballroom Flush Sculptures
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 exceptional, huge, clean and modern six-tier ballroom flush mount chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar Leuchten from the 1960s. The chandelier consists six layers with a 141 hand bl...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Brass Chandelier by Josef Frank for Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with six arm and silk shades fitted each with E27 sockets, designed by Josef Frank in the 1930s for Kalmar Vienna. This one was produced in the 1950s.
The brass pa...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Large J.T. Kalmar Chandelier by Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Large brass frame with nine arms in two tiers each fitted with E27 porcelain sockets each with silk shades. Designed by Josef Frank in the 1930s for J.T. Kalmar produced in the 1940s...
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1940s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
J.T. Kalmar of Austria Ice Glass Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Kalmar ice or frosted glass chandelier from about 1960's
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Steel
Pair of Pendant Lights Chandeliers 'Mexico' J.T. Kalmar, Brass Cane Wicker, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of fantastic pendant lamps model no. 3635/6 'Mexiko' (engl. Mexico) by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960s.
A brass star with six arms and cone shaped wicker or cane shades. Each chan...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Smoked Glass Citrus Chandelier from J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Stunning CITRUS chandelier by Kalmar from the 1960s.
The 18 beautifully shaped and heavy smoked glass elements spread an impressive sparkling play of light.
High quality.
Design: J....
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Brass Ceiling Flush Mount Light 'POLKA' by J.T. Kalmar, Braided Shades, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A brass ceiling or flush mount light model 'POLKA' no. 5180/5 with five arms and braided lamp shades by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, ca. 1960 (late 1950s...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
J.T Kalmar Brass Sputnik Scorpio Chandelier Ceiling Lamp Light, 1950
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
J.T Kalmar brass Sputnik Scorpio chandelier ceiling lamp light, 1950. Rare original 'Scorpio' fixture by Kalmar/Austria composed of brench-like split brass tubes with a gorgeous orga...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
J.T. Kalmar 1960's Tulipan blown glass chandelier
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing the J.T. Kalmar 1960's Tulipan blown glass chandelier, a magnificent addition to any vintage-lover's home. Hand-crafted from fine Murano glass,...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Multiple Austrian Clear Glass Pendant Lamps by J.T. Kalmar, 1950
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
25x identical square clear glass pendant lights by J. T. Kalmar, Austria with chrome hardware. Newly rewired, one bulb per light (e14 with 60W). They are in excellent condition, the...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome
Set of three Mid Century Murano glass lamps by J.T. Kalmar, 1960's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful set of three hanging lamps designed by J.T. Kalmar and produced by Kalmar Franken KG. The chalice is made of thickly figured Murano glass and hangs on a beautiful character...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Pair of Kalmar Style Pendant Lights, Smoked Glass and Brass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A nice pair of pendant lights in the style of Kalmar. Three smoked tone murano glasses are mounted on a brass fixture.
The hand blown leaves are refracting the light in a beautiful w...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Mid-Century Faceted Crystal Pendant Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This small but weight substantial Mid-Century Modern pendant chandelier features a three-tiered crystal setting with an abundance of raised geometric patterns etched/cut into its sur...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Metal
The Sun, a Brass Pendant Lamp from J.T. Kalmar , 1950's, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, Austria
A beautiful pendant lamp from J. T. Kalmár from the 1950's, Austria.
Model " Sonne " (sun) is a five arm lamp with five spikes that radiate from a solid brass
ball. This variant with...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern 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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