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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Creator: Poul Henningsen
Creator: Paavo Tynell
Big Mid-Century Modern Artichoke by Poul Henningsen
Located in Weesp, NL
Elevate your space with the epitome of timeless elegance and iconic design – the PH Artichoke pendant, a masterpiece conceived by the visionary Poul Henningsen in 1957 and brought to...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Steel
Poul Henningsen "PH5" Ceiling Light, 1960s, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
One of the most famous light by Poul Henningsen, designed for Louis Poulsen, Denmark. Very good original condition. One lighter spot on upper side see photo.
1x100W, E25-E27 bulb
US ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Counterbalance Ceiling Lamps, Model 10202 by Paavo Tynel
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Dallas, TX
Adjustable counterbalance ceiling by Paavo Tynel model 10202 for Taito Oy 1948. Both lamps are in very good condition.
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant Lamp Designed by Poul Henningsen. Denmark, Louis Poulsen, 2012
Located in Berlin, Berlin
The Artichoke lamp with 72 polished stainless steel leaves with wet painted inner side on a chromed plated steel frame. Vintage lamp in very good condition. ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 9029 Produced by Taito Oy in Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp model 9029 designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Taito Oy in Finland.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Louis Poulsen PH5 Pendant
Located in Vienna, AT
The Lamp was designed by Louis Poulsen.
Designed to hang low over the table, they create a 100% glare-free light
these pendants have purple band details on the underside and orange...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Ceiling Lamp, Model PH5, Poul Henningsen, 1958
Located in Lejre, DK
Ceiling lamp, model PH5, designed by Poul Henningsen in 1958. The lamp is in the colors red and blue. The light source used is 75W E27. The material is Alumi...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
“Kontrast” Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking “Kontrast” pendant lamp by Poul Henningsen. Lacquered white on the outside and orange red and purplish blue on the inside. Spreads an amazing...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Pendant Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen pendant lamp, designed for the Langelinie Pavillion in Copenhagen. This item was once of the approximately...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1940s Paavo Tynell 'A1942' White Counterweight Pendants for Idman Oy
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of 1940s Paavo Tynell 'A1942' white counterweight pendants for Idman Oy. This rare and exceptionally pair is executed in white painted perforated...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Original White Color.
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in a few different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill an...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ceiling lamp Mod.1965-Paavo Tynell-Mid 20th Century
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Milan, IT
Fondly dubbed as “the man who illuminated Finland”, Paavo Tynell is considered a pioneer in the field of lighting design. Founder of the Oy Taito Ab company, he created lamps with an...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell for Lightolier, Large Brass Pendant Lamp/ Chandelier, 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Paavo Tynell for Lightolier, Large Brass Pendant Lamp/ Chandelier, 1950s
USA, 20th Century
An exceptional design, this Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Large Brass Pendant Lamp/Chandelie...
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20th Century American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen PH Septima Pendant for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH Septima pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed in 1928, the PH Septima is regarded as one of Poul Henningsen’s most refined pendants. Based ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in All Black
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in all black. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling des...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in Black
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1965' pendant lamp in black. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Rose
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in rose. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling design in the Louis Poulsen's portfolio. The PH 5's painted metal shades brilliantly distribute light to create glare–free illumination. Executed in spun aluminium shades...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Poul Henningsen Glass PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen Glass PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized
Executed in white opal glass and choice of brass, chrome or black...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Classic White
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Classic White. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 In Black
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Finland, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier, model 1409/3, designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito, Finland, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.29” H x 3.86” Diameter
Socket takes ...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant Model 9030, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1940s/1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Pendant model 9030 designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy. From the 1940s/1950s. Brass frame with glass and rattan lampshades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with ag...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Chandelier by Paavo Tynell / 2 Available
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Model 9015. Finland , circa 1940th.
Marked ” OY TAITO AB 9015 ”. Measures : Diameter 23? ; Height 33?.
Two fixtures available. ...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ceiling lamp-Paavo Tynell-Mid 20th Century
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Milan, IT
Fondly dubbed as “the man who illuminated Finland”, Paavo Tynell is considered a pioneer in the field of lighting design. Founder of the Oy Taito Ab company, he created lamps with an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Danish Vintage Blue Ceiling Pendant PH5 by Poul Henningsen, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Vintage blue ceiling pendant PH5 by Poul Henningsen, 1960s.
Iconic Danish lighting designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. This model is known as PH 5 because it has five individual shades. Emits a soft light outwards and downwards without blinding. This is an authentic early model in the original blue color with the orange suspension...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Paavo Tynell, "Morsiuskimppu", 9029/5
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
This elegant chandelier "Morsiuskimppu" or "Bridal bouquet" model 9029/5 is designed by Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) for Taito.
It is polished brass with leaf and flower decorations. F...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Chandelier
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in New York, NY
Model No. 9029/3 "Concerto" Chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy. Brass, colored glass, brass mesh. 3-arm ceiling light with brass-mesh leaves & blown glass shades. From the 'Conc...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp model no A1998, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful adjustable lamp by Paavo Tynell that harmoniously combines many elements such as brass, wooden slats, plastic defuser, painted metal and the wirings.
The lamp has all or...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell, 1950's opaline glass pendant with wooden slat shade, Idman Oy
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Illuminate your space with the timeless elegance of this 1950's opaline glass pendant by the iconic Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy. The pendant features a wooden slat shade that adds a to...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Model 9029/6 Chandelier
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Watford, GB
Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, Pendant lamp / Chandelier, model 9029/6
A spectacular and very rare Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Model 9029/6 chandelier from the “Concerto” series (c. 1948). T...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
PH 6 - 6 1/2 Charlottenborg Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen.
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Poul Henningsen created the three-shade system back in 1925-1926 in collaboration with Louis Poulsen. In 1931 the four-shade system was launched to create lamps that could be mounted...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Brass by Paavo Tynell, 1940's, Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Custom Ordered Ceiling Lamp in Copper & Brass by Paavo Tynell, 1940's
Additional Information:
Material: Copper and brass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by Taito Oy in Fin...
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Paavo Tynell Model "2033" Ceiling Lamps for Taito, Finland 1950s
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
The most famous Finnish industrial designer, Paavo Tynell came to be known as the “man who illuminated Finland” thanks to his notable lighting designs. A master craftsman himself, Ty...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was discontinued in this color in the late 1970s to early 1980s. It is made of powder-co...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Ceiling Lamp Model PH5 In Baby Blue By Poul Henningsen Made By Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The PH5 ceiling lamp, designed by Poul Henningsen and manufactured by Louis Poulsen, is an iconic piece of lighting design known for its innovative form and exceptional functionalit...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell “R4/1704” Wrought Iron Chandelier for Taito, Finland 1930s
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
From the ’30s and throughout the ’50s, Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) was considered Finland’s premier lighting designer, called on to illuminate public spaces across the country. In Helsi...
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1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
A Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 in Original White
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Early Edition Copper Poul Henningsen Artichoke Lamp, Louis Poulsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Early production series iconic Artichoke lamp by Poul Henningsen from a stunningly aged copper.
This pendant is from a early production period showing due to the colour of the under...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Steel
Pendant Model K1-9/5, Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy, Mid 20th Century
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Pendant model K1-9/5, designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Idman Oy, Mid 20th Century. Opaline glass and brass. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use....
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen Hanging Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Antwerp, BE
A vintage PH5 hanging lamp designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. First manufactured in 1957 for Louis Poulsen, this striking vintage PH5 Pend...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Paavo Tynell for Idman Rare Pendant Lamp with Textured Surface in Brass
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Idman, pendant lamp, brass, Finland, 1960s
Exclusive chandelier by Finnish lamp designer Paavo Tynell for Idman. The wavy texture of the shade was used by Tynell fo...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Iconic Vintage Ph5 Chandeliers for L. Poulsen of Dk with Art Work
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic Vintage PH5 chandelier by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen of Denmark from the 1990s with abstract art work by G61.
Titled “Cherry Blossom”
The art work is acrylic paint w...
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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Paavo Tynell Chandelier model 9029/4, Taito Oy 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The absolutely beautiful and classic 9029 chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in the 1950s. The model 9029 comes in various different sizes, t...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell pendant model 1083 for Taito, brass, Opal & rattan
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Large and nice Paavo Tynell Fixture model 1083 design in the 40's and produced during the 50's by TAITO in Finland. The light is composed by a Opal glass, a brass core and a rattan s...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen PH Septima
Located in Dronten, NL
The PH Septima is regarded as one of Poul Henningsen’s most refined pendants. When exhibited for the first time as a prototype at the Danish Museum of Decorative Art (now Designmuseu...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp M. A1957, Taito Oy 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and rare ceiling lamp in full brass. Designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in the 1950s. This is one of Tynells nicest and most recognizable mo...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
White Scandinavian PH5 Pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic Scandinavian Modern Pendant Light was Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Denmark. It provides 100% glare-free light. Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
An Extremely Rare Pair of Paavo Tynell Pendants m. 3353 for Taito 1950s
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
An extremely rare and huge in size, pair of ceiling pendants designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito in Finland in the 1950s. Nicely patinated brass combined with opal gla...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell for Idman Chandelier in Brass
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Idman, chandelier, polished brass, perforated brass, Finland, circa 1950
This majestic chandelier is designed by the master in the fields of lighting Paavo Tynell f...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A Comissioned Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp, Taito, 1940s
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is by far one of the most beautiful Tynell ceiling lamps we have come across in our 30 year career.
We believe this lamp is from the 1940s because of the style and the combinat...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
PH 5/4 - Pendant in patinated copper by Poul Henningsen, 1930's
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PH 5/4 - Pendant in patinated copper with nickel-plated socket. Stamped 'PAT. APPL'. Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Paavo Tynell, Pendant Light, Chrome, Glass, Finland, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome-plated metal and opaline glass designed by Paavo tynell and produced in Taito, Finland, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 4” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Early Yellow Poul Henningsen "PH 2/2" Mid Century Pendant by Louis Poulsen 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare small mid century "PH 2/2" ceiling pendant in patinated brass, bakelite and original yellow opaline glass shades by Poul Henningsen produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark, 1930s...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp 80648 in Copper, Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A gorgeous unperforated version of the Starry Sky which is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. The lamp is made of copper and glass and has an absolute perfect pa...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
1930s Poul Henningsen PH Model 3/2 Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Oakland, CA
Early 1930s Poul Henningsen 3/2 pendant lamp for Louis Poulsen & Co. of Denmark. Copper and glass construction, the top shade in a lacquered mustard colored copper shade and the bott...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell, Ceiling lamp "Morsiuskimppu", 9029, Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
This elegant chandelier "Morsiuskimppu" or "Bridal bouquet" model 9029/3 is designed by Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) for Taito.
It is polished brass with leaf and flower decorations. Th...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Poul HENNINGSEN PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Vintage Poul HENNINGSEN PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large 1940/50s Brass pendant lamp, newer shades
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Vantaa, FI
Large brass pendant lamp by Paavo Tynell, Taito as manufacturer, shades are newer, made from wood.
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian 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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