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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Creator: J.T. Kalmar
Creator: George Nelson
J.T. Kalmar Austrian Pagode Pendant Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
Austrian Post-War Design (1960s) "Pagode" pendant chandelier with textured clear glass balls hanging with metal chains from a round white painted can...
Category
20th Century Austrian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Two Row Kalmar Matte Ice Glass Chandelier, Austria, 1960s
Located in Bronx, NY
Kalmar matte ice glass chandelier from the 1960s, Austria.
Metal frame holding 18 pieces of thick ice looking glass with a matte organically shape spread out on two rows, the inside...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Beautiful Huge Chandelier with Textured Glass by J. T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with 12 arms and textured glass shades, fitted with E14 socktes. Made in Austria in the 1950s J. T. Kalmar Vienna.
Category
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Cascading 55" Tulipan Chandelier Blown Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Stunning large 'Tulipan' flush mount chandelier designed by J.T. Kalmar. The lamp is made of seventy white onion shaped blown glass balls hanging down on chains attached to a white m...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Kalmar Matte Ice Glass Chandelier, Austria, 1960
Located in Bronx, NY
Kalmar chandelier from the 1960s, Austria.
Metal frame holding 18 pieces of thick ice looking glass with a matte organically shape divided into two rows, there is seven original European light...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
J.T. Kalmar 'Ice Glass' Chandelier, 1960s, Middel Size with Six Lamp Sockets
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hamburg, DE
J.T. Kalmar 'Ice Glass' Chandelier, 1960s. Middel size with six lamp sockets
This chandelier from the 1960s by the Austrian designer J.T. Kalmar apparently more than deserves the name Ice Glass. The glass icicles lined up together form the lampshade of the chandelier and look amazingly similar to a real ice sculpture. When switched on and flooded with light, the ice glass casts beautiful shadow patterns on the surrounding walls and creates a cosy warmth in the room despite the icy sight.
J.T. Kalmar lived and worked in Austria and gained extensive design experience at an early age in his father's company, which specialized in candlesticks and other objects cast in bronze and which Kalmar later took over himself. In the course of his career Kalmar designed lighting for many renowned architects as well as for important institutions such as the Vienna Opera...
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1960s Austrian Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Large Modern Three-Tiered Chrome Ice Glass Chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This modern chrome brushed chandeliers, manufactured by Kalmar Austria in the 1970s, have eight E27 sockets and three layers of 18 textured solid ice glass sheets dangling from it. T...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Nimbus / Beehive Pendant Lamp by George Nelson and Associates Midcentury
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very rare chandelier model NS808 / 'Nimbus' (also known as 'Beehive') by renowned George Nelson and Associates studio made for Nessen Lighting, designed in 1969 by Farid Iskander.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Huge Tiered Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Huge tiered glass chandelier by J.T. Kalmar.
Original condition.
Category
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
1960 Kalmar Swirl 'Citrus' Pendant Lamp Amber Murano Glass & Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant Swirl ’Citrus’ pendant light with heavy amber and clear swirl Murano glass elements on a brass frame. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria in the 1960s.
Design: Carl...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
J.T. Kalmar Midcentury Textured Glass and Brass Pendant, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This beautiful midcentury pendant was designed and manufactured in Austria in the 1950s by JT Kalmar. It features a brass body and a textured glass lamp shade. The brass pieces have ...
Category
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Frosted Glass Chandelier, Vienna, circa 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
J.T. Kalmar frosted glass chandelier, Vienna, circa 1960s
Original condition.
Category
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of 4 Kalmar Ice Glass Light Fixtures, 2 Wall Scones and 2 Chandeliers
Located in Rijssen, NL
Unique and elegant modern high-end brass colored set of light fixtures, manufactured by Kalmar, Austria in the 1970s. Lovely design, executed to ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Set of Kalmar Flush Mount Light and Pair of Sconces 'Tulipan', Glass Brass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of a flush mount light fixture model 'Tulipan' and a matching pair of wall lamps by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970, (late 1960s-early 1970...
Category
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Ice Glass Pendant by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame nickel-plated with 12 ice glass panels, fitted with one E27 socket, made by J.T. Kalmar in the 1960s.
Category
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Brass Kalmar Modern Ice Glass Pedants, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of high-end and elegant modern chandeliers, manufactured by Kalmar, Austria in the 1970s. Lovely design and heavy quality. Each chandeli...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Large Kalmar Chandelier, Brass and Textured Glass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An impressive 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 warm tone,...
Category
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
1950s Four-Light Gilt Brass and Frosted Glass Chandelier by Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Kalmars Classic signature (water) ripple glass panels around the side and flower shaped plate below. The water ripple glass is divided by similar r...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
1960's Chrome & Frosted Ice Glass panels Pendant by Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Stunning design, pendant has 4 large squares of white, opaque textured glass (each approximately 17cm x 17m) provides a nicely diffuse light. Manufactured by Kalmar, Austria in the 1...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Murano Glass Ceiling Light from Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
This large ceiling lamp was designed and manufactured by J. T. Kalmar, Austria, circa 1960. It takes 16 bulbs and features eight handmade solid glass elements made from Murano glass....
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Large 'Tulipan' Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar, Austria, 1960s-1970s
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This large 'Tulipan' chandelier was designed by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar in Vienna, Austria. The lamp is made of 1970 (more rare) clear blown glass onion shaped balls, hanging down on ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large Kalmar Chandelier Pendant Light Sputnik Atomic 43-Arms Glass Aluminum 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An extra large 43-arm atomic chandelier/pendant light model "RS 43 Kugel HL" by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s.)
...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel
Set of Four Large Kalmar Citrus Swirl Smoked Glass Light Fixtures, Austria, 1969
Located in Rijssen, NL
Set of high quality Murano glass light fixtures by Kalmar, 1960s. Clear twisted crystal glass panels with a light gold dish amber colored stripe in it. Illuminates beautifully.
Ka...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A Kalmar Midcentury Height-Adjustable Counterweight Pendant Lamp, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful midcentury height-adjustable pendant light Kalmar model 2520 with a counterweight, a nice leather-covered handle and a zylindric pastel green lampshade...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Large Ice Cube Chandelier by Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Antwerp, BE
Extraordinary chandelier made by Austrian company Kalmar. Consists of three layers and 32 pieces of solid ice block glass on a silver base. The chandelier-lit by twelve bulbs. Weight...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Gilt Brass and Ice Glass Brutalist Palazzo Flush Light by Kalmar, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, GB
A gilt brass and ice glass brutalist palazzo flush lighting fixture by Julius Kalmar, Vienna, circa 1970.
25 ice glass cut faceted crystals in a two tier configuration.
Present...
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1970s Austrian Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Stunning Designer Cascading Chandelier Murano glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special cascading chandelier designed by Kalmar, manufactured in Austria, circa 1970s with 4 textured Murano glasses.
Stunning light effect.
Sockets: 4 x E14 small bulb. (each 40...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Large Modern Three-Tiered Chrome Ice Glass Chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This modern chrome brushed chandeliers, manufactured by Kalmar Austria in the 1970s, have eight E27 sockets and three layers of 18 textured solid ice glass sheets dangling from it. T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Stunning Designer Cascading Chandelier Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special cascading chandelier designed by Kalmar, manufactured in Austria, circa 1970s with 4 textured Murano glasses.
stunning light effect.
Sockets: 4 x E14 small bulb. (each 40...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Huge Kalmar 'Granada' Chandelier Flush Mount Light Brass Glass 1970, One of Four
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four square and extra large 'Granada' (engl. 'Grenada') light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The lamps c...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Colorful Ultra Swanky Kalmar Ice Glass Chandelier, Austria, 1970
Located in Bronx, NY
Ultra swanky Kalmar chandelier, Vienna, Austria, 1970.
Metal frame with numerous frosted thick ice looking glass elements that has blue and yellow tint to them, This is by far the mo...
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Square Kalmar Chandelier with Textured Glass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Steel/brass frame with four glass textured parts manufactured by J.T. Kalmar in Vienna in the 1950s.
The lamp is fitted with four E27 bulbs.
Up to 4 available.
Category
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
One of the Three Brass Kalmar Modern Ice Glass Pedants, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three high-end and elegant modern chandeliers, manufactured by Kalmar Austria in the 1970s. Lovely design and heavy quality. Each ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Kalmar Ice Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Miami, FL
Kalmar ice chandelier, 4 light, 1 central 60 watts max, 3 sides 40 watts max.
Category
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
J.T. Kalmar Grenada Clear Glass Pendant Lamps, circa 30 Pieces, Austria, 1950
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
One of circa 30 Austrian Grenada clear glass pendant lamps by J.T. Kalmar, circa 1950.
Sold and priced per piece, discounted greatly if multiples are being ordered.
Identical set s...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Flush Mount Chandelier Gold Brass Glass Lamp, Austria, 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
J.T. Kalmar Palazzo flush mount chandelier gold brass glass lamp, Austria, 1960. Stunning four-tier 19" Austrian Kalmar chandelier in excellent condit...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier 'Soria' by Kalmar, Ice Glass Nickel, 1970, 1 of 3
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three extra large light fixtures model 'Soria' by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s)....
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome, Nickel
Carlo Nason Mazzega Pendant Lamp for J.T. Kalmar in Murano Glass, 1970s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This set of pendant lamps was designed by Carlo Nason for Kalmar in the 1960s. It features Mazzega Murano glass leafs.
The lamp is executed wi...
Category
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Sputnik Pendant Light Chandelier 'RS 27', Brass Glass, 1970, One of Five
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A rare and large 27-arm atomic chandelier or pendant light model 'RS 27 Kugel HL' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
It is m...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Mid-Century Cube Form Pendant Ceiling Fixture Featuring Etched Glass by Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Cube Form Pendant Ceiling Fixture Featuring Etched Glass By Kalmar form 1960's
8 pieces available
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Kalmar Chandelier Gold-Plated with Crystals, 1970, Austria
Located in Bronx, NY
Kalmar gold crystal glass chandelier, 1970, Austria.
Patinated gold gilded frame holding numerous pieces of thick press crystal glass, there is seven original European light sources...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Midcentury Ice Crystal Glass Pendant Light or Chandelier by Kalmar, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This is a beautiful ice glass chandelier from Kalmar Franken made in Austria in the 1960s. It is a fascinating lighting with a beautiful design. The frame and the chain are of full b...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 4 Kalmar Sputnik Pendant Lights Chandeliers 'Rs 27', Aluminum Glass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four large 27-arm atomic chandeliers or pendant lights model 'RS 27 Kugel HL' 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
Materials
Nickel, Aluminum, Chrome
Kalmar Sputnik Pendant Light Chandelier 'Rs 27', Aluminum Glass, 1970, 1 of 4
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four large 27-arm atomic chandeliers or pendant lights model 'RS 27 Kugel HL' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel
Two Midcentury J.T. Kalmar Brass & Textured Glass Pendant Lights, 1960s, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful high quality midcentury pendant lamp by J.T. Kalmar from 1960s, Vienna. This lamp is a striking appearance in any room. Due to the sublime combination of hand blown texture...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
One of Two Large Kalmar Chandeliers, Ice Glass and Nickel, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two large light fixtures model 'SORIA' by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s - early 1970s). These chandeliers are the largest version of this series. A set of four of them is absolutely rare.
A silver painted...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Hanging Light, J. T. Kalmar Lights, Austria, 1950s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Hanging light
Producer:
Kalmar Franken KG, Austria
Design:
J.T. Kalmar
Age:
1950s
Original modernist Hollywood Regency glass hanging light. Hig...
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Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
J.T. Kalmar Kiriglass Glass Pendant Lamp, Austria, 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Large and rare glass pendant "Kiriglass" by J.T Kalmar/Austria. Elegant glass shade blending white and clear glass. It's in excellent condition with a single Bulb (100W max.) It has ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Atomium Sputnik Chandelier Pendant Light 'RS 14', Alu Glass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic and rare 14-arm chandelier / pendant light by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s - early 1970s).
It is made of polished aluminum and ha...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel, Chrome
Kalmar Tulipan Chandelier, 1970, Austria
Located in Bronx, NY
Large Kalmar chandelier that consist of numerous blown glass elements which are highly saturated with tiny air bubbles that gives the glass a white look, each element is resting on a...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Unique Cut Crystal Rondino Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with cut crystal elements fitted with nine E14 sockets up to 60 watts each.
Made in Vienna in the 1950s by J.T. Kalmar model "Rondino".
Original condition with p...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
One of Two Huge Kalmar Chandeliers, Ice Glass and Nickel, Austria, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two extra large light fixtures model 'SORIA' by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s). Thes...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Nickel
One of Six Kalmar Pendant Lights, Textured Glass and Patinated Copper, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of six pendant lights by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1950s. A textured glass zylinder is hold by a natural patinated mounting fixture. The glasses are in excellent condition, partially strong patina on copper. Copper can...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Huge Kalmar Chandelier Pendant Light, Brass Glass, Austria, 1970s, One of Four
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An extremely rare Sputnik or atomic light fixture 'RS 16 HL' by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in midcentury, Austria, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Brass and Textured Glass and Frosted Glass Chandelier by Kalmar, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Brass and textured glass and frosted glass chandelier by Kalmar, 1950s
Ten bulbs.
Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Stunning "Catena" Glass Chandelier by J.T.Kalmar, Austria, circa 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
An extremely rare model of midcentury "Catena" chandelier by J.T.kalmar (labled).
This stunning fixture is made of 58 large Murano glass elements hanging on lacquered white metal fr...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ice Glass Pendant by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame painted with six ice glass panels, fitted with one E27 socket, made by J.T. Kalmar in the 1960s.
Up to 2 pieces available, price per piece.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Sputnik Globe Lamp Glass and Brass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Sputnik globe lamp glass and brass chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, 1960
Dimensions: 25.19" x 20"-total drop 39.37"
Beautiful and large J.T. Kalmar Sputnik chandelier...
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1960s Austrian Space Age 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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