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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Creator: J.T. Kalmar
Creator: George Nelson
1 (of 2) 1960s Kalmar Drum Chandelier Tubular Glass & Chrome
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant drum shaped chandelier with textured crystal glass tubes on a chromed frame designed by J.T. Kalmar in Vienna. Chandelier illuminates beautifully and offers a lot of light. E...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Kalmar Ice Glass Chandelier, Gilt Brass Glass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A very exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass pendant light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s and ea...
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1970s Austrian Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Austrian Midcentury Chrome and Glass Sputnik Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
One fantastic rare and large space age sputnik chandelier or pendant light by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The chandelier is made of chromed metal and big hand blown bubble glass lamp shades with a diameter of 4.7 inch (12 cm) per shade.
Perfect highlight for any midcentury modern interior!
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1960s Austrian Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1 of 2 Monumental Kalmar Sputnik Chandeliers Pendant Lights, Glass Brass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two extremly rare sputnik or atomic light fixtures "RS 16 HL" by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Gold, Brass
Kalmar Flush Mount Light Fixture 'Pagoda', Glass Nickel, 1970, One of Four
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four large flush mount chandeliers 'Pagoda' or 'Pagode' by Kalmar, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
Each chandelier takes twelve E14 candelabra screw base bulbs. 40 glasses with a pagoda pattern are hanging on a nickel plated metal frame.
The lights have great volume and in reality they look much bigger than you would expect it from the dimensions.
It is documented in the Kalmar catalogues from the 1970s.
Due to the vintage nature...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Kalmar 'Tulipan' Chandelier Pendant Light, Blown Glass, 1970, One of Two
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two glass pendant chandeliers model 'Tulipan' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Kalmar 'Tulipan' Chandeliers Pendant Lights, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of two rare 'Tulipan' glass pendant chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in Midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). The name Tulipan derives fr...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pendant Lamp from J.T. Kalmar, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, Austria
A simple, elegant pendant lamp from J.T. Kalmar. The lamp is composed of an opaline, matte white glass shade attached to a metal structure with 3 brass pins and suspended on a brass still...
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1950s Austrian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Kalmar Atomic Ceiling Lamps Chandeliers, 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Kalmar atomic ceiling lamps chandeliers, 1960s
designed and executed by Kalmar Vienna in 1969.
Made of nickel-plated metal with nice ball lampsha...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Frosted Glass Chandelier By J. T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Steel frame painted with frosted glass elements, fitted with eight E27 sockets up to 60watts each manufactured in Vienna by J. T. Kalmar in the 1960s.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Palazzo Kalmar Gold, Crystal Chandelier, 1970s, Austria
Located in Bronx, NY
Palazzo Kalmar gold crystal glass chandelier from the 1970s, Austria.
gold gilded frame holding 22 pieces of thick exceptionally high quality crystal glass...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Kalmar Sputnik Chandelier or Pendant Light 'RS 12', Aluminum Glass, 1970, 1 of 2
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two fantastic 12-arm atomic chandeliers / pendant lights model "RS 12 Kugel HL" by Kalmar, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
They are made of...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel, Aluminum, Chrome
Ceiling Lamp Model "Ice Glass" Designed and Produced by J.T. Kalmar Austria 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Madrid, ES
Ceiling lamp model "Ice glass" designed and produced by J.T. Kalmar Screen made in lucite in the form of ice crystals on metal frame. Four points of light.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
J.T. Kalmar Textured Glass Pendant, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Classic 1950s J.T. Kalmar pendant with 'water-ripple' textured glass. Very good original condition with some light patina on the brass elements. One original brass E27 socket with ne...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Two-Tiered Glass Chandelier, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Very nice J.T. Kalmar textured glass and brass chandelier from the 1950s. Suspended from brass hardware and held in place by nickelled knobs are two tiers...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Large J.T. Kalmar Tube Pendant Lamp Textured Glass Patinated Brass Austria 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Fabulous of vintage midcentury J.T. Kalmar / Austria handcrafted tube pendant lamp, Vienna around 1950-1960. The large glass tube is made of clear glass and has a nice wavy texture. ...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Pendant, circa 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Kalmar pendant circa 1950s
Polished and stove enameled.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large J.T. Kalmar Sonne Sun Brass Spider Chandelier Flush Mount, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and large Midcentury sputnik chandelier ceiling lamp from the 1950s, model „Sonne" executed by J.T. Kalmar Vienna in Austria. It ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large J.T. Kalmar Textured Waved Murano Glass Flush Mount, 1950s, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Huge 21" iconic midcentury ceiling light made by J.T. Kalmar in the late 1950s, Vienna. It's featuring thick Murano textured waved glass and polished brass hardware. It's in excellen...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage George Nelson for Howard Miller Bell Pendant Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very rare vintage bell-shaped hanging Bubble Lamp by George Nelson for the Howard Miller Clock Company.
Designed in 1952, its shape and size are of a scarce combination that sets it apart from the myriad other more common original and reproduction iterations. Steel skeleton, with self-webbing soft plastic skin. Retains “Bubble Lighting...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
One of Four Huge Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights, Brass Glass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four extremely rare Sputnik or atomic light fixture 'RS 16 HL' by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in midcentury, Austria, circa 1970 (late 1960...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Two Beautiful Kalmar Vienna Glass Tube Brass Pendant Lamps
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Very beautiful pendant lamps from the 1950s, produced by the Kalmar Vienna. Brass hardware with a big tube made of clear textured glass.
2 are available, priced and sold per piece.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Textured Glass and Brass Tulipan Pendant by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Textured glasses shades and fitted with one E27 socket, made by J.T. Kalmar in the 1950s.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 (of 2) Kalmar Bronze Drum Chandelier Murano Glass Pendant Light, Gio Ponti Era
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant gold-plated drum chandelier with iced glass panels on a gilt-bronze frame. Heavy duty. Designed by Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s.
Design: Julius Theodor Kalmar.
Measures: di...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Gold Plate
Signed J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Gilt Brass Textured Glass Chandelier, Austria 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Fine modernist 24-carat gold-plated brass and textured crystal ice glass "Palazzo" chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Austria circa, 1970s. The beautiful chain-hanging pendant has twenty six...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass Ceiling Pendant by T.J. Kalmar, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Haderslev, DK
Beautiful brass ceiling light by T.J. Kalmar, Austria, 1950s.
Brass combined with two large shades of perspex which can be individually adjusted for either up- or downward light....
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
One of Four Huge Kalmar 'Granada' Chandeliers Flush Mount Light Brass Glass 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four square and very large 'Granada' light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The lamps can be used as pend...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Four-Tiered Kalmar Midcentury Ice Glass Chandelier, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Kalmar Franken ice glass chandelier made in Austria in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its rare glass shapes. Four-tier chandelier with hexagonal ice glasses. The glasses are sec...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Huge Midcentury J.T. Kalmar Murano Ice Glass Petals Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful hand blown Mid-Century Modern pendant light made by J. T. Kalmar in the 1970s. It's featuring three huge thick Murano textured ice glasses and chrome hardware. The lamp is ...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
J.T. Kalmar Ice Cube Glass Flush Mount Chandelier or Sconce, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Mid-Century flush mount / ceiling light / lamp from the 1960s. Manufactured by J. T. Kalmar Vienna / Austria. Also suitable as a sconce. Labeled. Its frame is made of mir...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stainless Steel
Kalmar Pendant, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Kalmar pendant, circa 1960s.
Polished and stove enamelled
three lights.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960s Frosted Ice Glass Panels Pendant by Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Stunning design, the pendant has four large squares of white, opaque textured glass (each approximately 17cm x 17m) provides a nicely diffuse light. Manufactured by Kalmar, Austria i...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Beautiful Large J. T. Kalmar Ice Cube Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Stainless steel frame high gloss finish, flush mount with thirteen hand blow ice glass cubic formed elements, fitted with thirteen E14 sockets, made in Austria by J. T. Kalmar in the...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stainless Steel
Gorgeous 18" Kalmar Pyramid Flush Mount Tulipan Murano Glass, Vienna, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Gorgeous pyramid flush mount chandelier with white Tulipan Murano glasses on a nickel frame. The handcrafted onion shaped glass balls hanging down on chains attached to a white lacqu...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Two Matching Kalmar Brass and Textured Glass Midcentury Chandeliers, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to two identical and beautiful round three-tiered modernist chandeliers, executed by Kalmar in Austria in the 1960s. 37 solid textured crystal melting glass sheets (15 long and 22...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
One of Four Kalmar Flush Mount Lights 'Pagoda', Glass Nickel, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four large flush mount chandeliers "Pagoda" or "Pagode" by Kalmar, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s).
Each chandelier takes...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Brass and Lead Glass Pendant from J. T. Kalmar, Austria 1965
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, Austria
Chandelier made from the Austrian company J. T. Kalmar in the 60´s.
Solid brass construction with 8 arms and shades in massive lead glass.
The lamp is in a very fine condition.
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1960s Austrian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
J. T. Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Glass Chandelier Flush Mount
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Breathtakingly beautiful chandelier by J. T. Kalmar Austria from the 1970s. Brass frame gold-plated with 42 heavy crystal glasses in four layers, fitted with 12 E14.
The chandelier ...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
J.T. Kalmar 2x Frosted Ice Glass Panel Pendant Lamp, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to two beautiful pendant lights, manufactured by Kalmar Austria in the 1960s. Sold and priced per piece. Stainless steel hardware with one light source and four square frosted ice...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stainless Steel
Multiple Large Clear Glass White Pendant Lamps J.T. Kalmar, 1960, Restored
By J.T. Kalmar, Vistosi
Located in Vienna, AT
Multiple large clear glass white pendant lamps J.T. Kalmar, 1960 restored. Sold and priced individually
Set of 13 large identical tubular c...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier Gold Brass Glass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
J.T. Kalmar Palazzo chandelier gold brass glass, 1970s.
Original condition.
We have a fitting sconce (see last Picture ) (not included at this price)
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by Kalmar, Austria, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Mid-Century Modern four-light pendant light in frosted glass and gilt brass by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, circa 1960s.
Presents some minor fading in the gilt areas when inspected close...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Pendant by J.T Kalmar, circa 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Pendant by J.T Kalmar, circa 1950s
Original glass
Polished and stove enameled.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Frosted Glass Chandelier, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
A beautiful Austrian Modernist star chandelier, designed and executed by Kalmar Vienna.
4 bulbs
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Brass Pendant by Kalmar Vienna
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass polished bell-form in the style of Paavo Tynell fitted with one E27 socket, catalog number 3146 "Comptaglocke" made by J.T. Kalmar in the early 1950s.
Good condition with some...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Two Copper J.T Kalmar Pendants, circa 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Two Copper J.T Kalmar Pendants, circa 1950s.
Polished and stove enameled.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Copper
Granada Ice Glass Cascading Ceiling Lamp from Kalmar Franken KG, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This ceiling lamp features a large frame with five cascading heavy ice glass elements which measure 11.5 x 11.5 x 24 cm with E14 bulb sockets.
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1960s Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
J.T. Kalmar Pendant, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
J.T. Kalmar pendant, circa 1960s
Original condition.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
J.T. Kalmar Sun Mid-Century Brass Chandelier Ceiling Lamp, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Mid-Century modernist brass chandelier / ceiling Light / flush mount from the 1950s, model „Sonne“ (sun), executed by Kalmar Vienna. In good condition with nice patina on...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Two J.T.Kalmar Pendants, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Two J.T.Kalmar pendants, circa 1960s
Blackened aluminum.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Aluminum
J. T. Kalmar Midcentury Brass Chandelier, White Textured Glass , 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful brass chandelier by Kalmar Vienna from the 1950s. Has lovely spoon-shaped, textured glass lampshades. In good condition with marginal patina on the brass.
Height with...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Kalmar Chandelier Nickel-Plated, circa 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Kalmar chandelier nickel-plated, circa 1950s
Partly black painted
Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Pair of Kalmar Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Steel grating with one E27 bulb.
Kalamar Vienna from 1960s
The lenght ist about 120cm.
3 pieces white and 3 pieces black available
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
1 of 4 Kalmar Sputnik Pendant Lights Chandeliers 'RS 27', Aluminum Glass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of five rare and large 27-arm atomic chandeliers or pendant lights model 'RS 27 Kugel HL' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 19...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Nickel, Chrome
J.T. Kalmar Ice Block Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Six-panel ice block glass chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, suspended by chain with original fittings and canopy. Measures: Drop Length: 16".
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Monumental Midcentury Basket Chandelier or Pendant Lamp by J.T. Kalmar, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Munich, DE
Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern 4-flamed basket chandelier or pendant lamp. Designed and manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, 1950s.
Executed with thick frosted glass elements ...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
J. T. Kalmar Thick Textured Clear Glass Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
J. T. Kalmar thick textured clear glass chandelier (gilded).
Original condition.
Seven bulbs.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 2 Kalmar Sputnik Chandeliers Pendant Lights 'RS 12', Aluminum Glass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of Two rare and fantastic 12-arm atomic chandeliers / pendant lights model "RS 12 Kugel HL" by Kalmar, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
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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