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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Item type: New and Made To Order
Classic Chandelier, 5 Arms Green Murano Glass Simplicissimus by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Classic chandelier, 5 arms green Murano glass Simplicissimus by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a research which...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Paavo Tynell '1972' Bamboo Pendant Lamp for GUBI
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1972' Bamboo Pendant for GUBI. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell, encompassing several variations of a classic 1950s Tynell design, this family of classic pendants e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Simplicissimus Chandelier, 6 Arms Fontana grey green Murano Glass by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Simplicissimus 360 chandelier, 6 lights, Fontana grey green artistic glass by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by ...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Grande lampadario con pendagli vetro di Murano ispirato al mid-century italiano
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Grande lampadario con pendagli vetro di Murano ispirato al mid-century italiano Direttamente dalla fonte: Non siamo semplici rivenditori, ma produttori diretti! Situate vicino a Ven...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstaette Hand Chased Plafonier with Ornaments Reedition
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful ceiling lamp with very elaborate hand chased ornaments, originally designed in 1905, now handcrafted at the Woka workshop in Vienna All components according to the UL regu...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Samuel Wilkinson 'Sorpresa' Suspension Lamp in Oak for Astep
By Samuel Wilkinson, Astep
Located in Glendale, CA
Samuel Wilkinson 'Sorpresa' Suspension Lamp in Oak for Astep London based designer Samuel Wilkinson drew inspiration from a traditional wool winder to bring the eco-conscious 'Sorpr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Fabric, Oak

Leather Pendant Light in Cobalt, Capa, Talabartero Collection Saddle Lamp
Located in New York, NY
The lamps in this collection are inspired by Colombia’s equestrian heritage, layered with a jewel-toned color palette that takes inspiration from the works of Colombian artist Fernan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Large '1972' Bamboo Pendant Lamp for GUBI
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell Large '1972' Bamboo Pendant Lamp for GUBI Originally designed by Paavo Tynell, encompassing several variations of a classic 1950s Tynell design, this family of classic ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cosmic Pendant 100 'Maroon' Artisan Handmade Lacquered Brass Ceiling Light
Located in London, England
Inspired by planet-like forms and textures, the Cosmic collection explores the interplay between metal and a selection of double-sided, piano-lacquered finishes. Two finely lacquer...
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2010s British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

4-foot Pendant Light in Black Walnut with Brass Fixtures by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
It’s believed that ancient Egyptians may have had the technology to harness electricity and create light thousands of years ago. This technology is referred to as the light of the Dendera Temple. This customizable pendant light...
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2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

XL-Graben Cafe Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstätte Chandelier, Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Josef Hoffmann designed this pendant for the famous Graben Cafè in Vienna. he earlier has used this design for the Staekelberg, Knips and Zuckerkandl Mansion. We have also a version ...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large Murano Vintage Candy oval pendant bubble gum pink swirl glass, Italy
Located in København, DK
Large new Italian Murano candy pendant ceiling lamp in bubble gum pink. Mouth-blown glass in oval shape with swirl pattern. E27 socket. Comes with adjustable suspension. Handmade in ...
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

21st Century Chandelier, 5 Arms Crystal Murano Glass Black Details by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Simplicissimus 360 chandelier, 5 lights, in cryustal artistic glass, black details by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the resu...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Rezzonico Chandelier 6 Arms Murano Clear Glass Multicolour Details Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
This rezzonico chandelier 6 lights in clear Murano glass with colorful details by Multiforme is completely handmade. It is the combination of the traditional Venetian structure with ...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Dòry Five Lights, Hand-Crafted Brass Chandelier with Murano Glass, Dimmable, LED
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
This Chandelier Reimagines Light as Sculpture, Blending the Purity of Minimalist Lines with the Warm Sensuality of Organic Modern Craftsmanship. It fits Seamlessly into a Mid-Century...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte Flush Mount Pende Wrought Brass, Re Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Hanging- lamp from the showrooms of the Wiener Werkstaette used by Hoffmann in several variations. Hammered originally. Works-number M115, pattern-book of the Wiener Werkstaette: WWM...
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2010s Austrian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Burgundy
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Burgundy Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic 'PH 5' pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the 'PH 5' remains the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel

Italian Four Arms Asymmetrical Brass Chandelier
Located in Bochum, NRW
Beautiful asymmetrical Italian chandelier, four adjustable arms disposed one and three in opposition to create a geometric counterbalanced flair. Made of brass and lacquered aluminum...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Special Edition Spider Ceiling Light brass silk Italian Design by Diego Mardegan
Located in London, GB
A very stunning ceiling light fixture special edition spider ceiling light with six sand coloured silk on parchment shades held to a brass metal f...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hand Crafted Solitaire 02 Pendant, Ø80cm/31.5in
Located in London, London
SIMPLE SHADE collection is the essence of a shade. One simple design with transformative properties in singular and multiple forms. Using Japanese philosophy to mindfully design spac...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Artistic Chandelier 9Arms Clear-smoky-gold-pink Murano Glass Rosae by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Artistic chandelier 9 arms in clear-smoky-gold-pink Murano glass, flowers in pink vitreous paste Rosae Rosarum by Multiforme. Three of our Timeless collections have taken inspiratio...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Artistic glass lightbulb chandelier Murano Bulb Marcantonio X Multiforme #01
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
The art of Murano glass meets the iconicity of a bulb, together they give rise to a brilliant piece of furniture: a lightbulb, a chandelier or whatever your imagination suggests. Mu...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstaette Sezessionist Pendant Sanatorium Purkersdorf
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining room and entrance hall of the Purkersdorf Sanatorium, hammered originally, can be manufactured hammered as well. Re edition, initially designed in 1903 All components accordi...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Nura Ceiling Fixture - 18" - Au Lait Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Nura Ceiling Fixture combines hand-stitched leather over walnut accented by a brass pole and canopy. This fixture can either be hung as a ceiling surface mount or a pendant suppo...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Organic Modern Walnut 20" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
Add a touch of organic elegance to your home with this stunning mid-century modern walnut pendant light. Inspired by Danish modern design, its min...
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2010s American Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Organic Modern Walnut 20" Chandelier Pendant
Organic Modern Walnut 20" Chandelier Pendant
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Italian multicolor Rezzonico Chandelier 6 Arms Murano glass by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Rezzonico chandelier 6 arms, clear Murano glass with colorful details in vitreous paste by Multiforme. This chandelier is the combination of the traditional Venetian structure with gaudy colors. A peculiar lighting works, lively and exuberant. This is a Ca’ Rezzonico chandelier, to which a multitude of colorful details have been attached: “morrise”, the cups’ edge, leaves are colored in blue and ruby and the flowers in polichrome vitreous paste. The metal structure is visible through the glass, thus conferring even more brightness to the whole structure. A lighting work that stands out, the ideal chandelier to characterize minimal spaces, a Classic Murano chandelier...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Globe 3 Chandelier, by Research.Lighting, Black, 3in Glass Globe, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe 3 Chandelier designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel, Glass Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black Electronics: 3x G9 Sockets, 3...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Trapezi Five Lights Aged Brass Contemporary Pendant / Chandelier, Blown Glass
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
The Trapezi contemporary chandelier is inspired by the idea of a Circus Trapeze artist. Hand-blown glass in a variety of forms is combined with brass bars and hung by Linen Cords fr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Montgolfiè Antique Lok Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Lamp Chateau New
Located in Berlin, DE
Montgolfière Style Chandelier - Empire Elegance with Customizability Introducing a new Montgolfière style chandelier that exudes the charm of the Empire era, reimagined with modern ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Beam Pendant 84 in Opal by Ravenhill Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our Beam Pendant is our take on the classic typology of shop lamps, using strips of high efficiency LEDs instead of old school (and inefficient) fluorescent tubes. The Opal Beam Pend...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Acrylic

Chainmail Cobweb Sculptural Chandelier
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
A fusion of medieval craftsmanship and modern gothic elegance, the Chainmail Cobweb Chandelier evokes the ethereal beauty of a spider’s web. Meticulously handcrafted from interwoven ...
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2010s Mexican Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

FLOW Grande Mid-Century Modern Walnut 33" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
Add a touch of organic elegance to your home with this stunning mid-century modern walnut pendant light. Inspired by Danish modern design, its minimalist silhouette and warm wood tones create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Each light is handcrafted from the finest walnut veneer, showcasing the wood's natural grain and rich hues. The contemporary LED fixture...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wood, Walnut, Bentwood

Murano Chandelier Rezzonico 6Arms Clear-Multi-Color Glass by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Rezzonico chandelier 6 arms, crystal Murano glass, rich of multi-color details by Multiforme. This artistic glass chandelier is an elegant and delicate lighting...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

21st Century Chandelier 8 Lights walnut Murano Glass by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Serenade chandelier 8 lights walnut Murano glass, soft white handmade cotton lampshades by Multiforme Serenade collection is inspired by a contemporary and international design, simp...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

MAGNOLIA Chandelier By Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Hammered polished brass frame with finely carved rock crystal petals. Created by Phoenix Six E12 sockets installed,600w total Custom higher ,and metal finishes upon request.
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rock Crystal

Alhambra 1A Clear Glass with Brass Patina, Granada Collection
Located in New York, NY
These glass lanterns are made in a generations-old workshop in Granada, Spain. Each pendant light is hand forged, and reflects the influence of Moorish design that can be observed th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished brass patina, straight from the workshop. Also available in three standard finishes: Satin brass, Aged Brass, Antique Brass; and also painted or powder coated finishes. Glass globe comes in matte or gloss white. Overall drop height can be to your specifications. This listing is for the 12" diameter, also available in a 20" diameter, please see our other Large Sasco...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Luxury Rezzonico Chandelier 6+3 Arms italian handmade Murano Glass by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
The Murano glass chandelier in Rezzonico style is a romantic lighting work, inspired from the luxurious halls of the venetian buildings on the Canal...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Rezzonico chandelier 5 arms clear Murano glass, multicolor details by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Kia Ora chandelier 5 lights clear Murano glass with blue and ruby trims, multicolour vitreous paste details. Kia Ora is the combination of the traditional Ve...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Set of 2 Orbette Pendant Lights by Ango – Sculptural Handwoven Rattan Lighting
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elevate your space with Orbette by Ango—a modular pendant light handcrafted from ultra-fine 1 mm natural rattan strands. Light and sculptural, each piece showcases the meticulous art...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel

AllSew 36" Pendant by RBW
By RBW
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
AllSew / Chandelier Designed by RBW Allsew, our modular, scalable pendant inspired by the luminosity of lanterns, and the lightweight, collapsible efficiency of kites. Made in Unit...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, All Brass and Natural Patina
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
After many requests of customization in all brass and patina of the orbitale chandelier I decided to go ahead with a separate listing. This all br...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Chandelier 10+ 5 Arms Golden Artistic Glass Simplicissimus 360 by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a research which harks back to the Classic Murano chandeliers...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Customizable White Plaster Veris Pendant 30", hung by hand-plastered rod
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
The ‘Veris’ pendant by Benediko Design is a sculptural lighting piece that embodies organic minimalism. With its clean, architectural silhouette and subtly textured surface, it serve...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Vistosi Oto SP CHA Suspension Light by Pio E Tito Toso
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
Spherical blown glass elements available in four sizes and two decorations, with and without lighting source. The special design allows the installation of more vertical glass elemen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Chandelier 8 arms blown artistic Murano gold Glass Capriccio by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Capriccio chandelier, 8 lights, in gold artistic glass, with curly ornamental elements by Multiforme. Inspired by the Classic Venetian tradition it is characterised by a central colu...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

VOLARE Large Pendant Light in Dark Bronze & Blown Glass by Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Volare draws inspiration from a collection of ornate pendants discovered by founders Kelly and Josh during a family trip to Washington, D.C. Featuring a substantial 20" pressed-glass...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

Chandelier, 6 Arms White Silk and Gold Murano Glass by Multiforme in Stock
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Simplicissimus 360 chandelier, 6 lights, white silk-gold artistic glass by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a res...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Scandinavian Modern White Wood 19" Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
This pendant light offers a Mid-Century Modern design with Scandinavian influences, blending minimalist luxury with organic style. Made from white eco wood veneer, a sustainable mat...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Acrylic, Wood, Bentwood

Anna Karlin Lantern Stack
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural forms are stacked along a hand-finished tube running from floor to ceiling, with a central light source providing a soft, organic glow which accentuates the inherent textu...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Medium White Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Ceramic

Etna Rattan XL Pendant with Chain, by DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Designed by Dunlin. Introducing the latest addition to the Etna family, The Etna XL with Flore weathered brass chain. A stunning pendant light or statement piece for any Living Roo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rattan

Rezzonico Luxury Chandelier 8+8 Arms Silk Murano Glass by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Fluage chandelier with 8+8 lights in silk Murano glass with rings by Multiforme The blown glass chandelier Fluage is the perfect combination between the Venetian tradition and the m...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass, Blown Glass

21st Century Chandelier 6arms Straw Murano Glass by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
21st century chandelier 6 lights in straw Murano glass with climbing arms by Multiforme. This Venetian chandelier in blown glass is inspired from the Art Deco style. It is character...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Cosmic 'Pendant Duo Rust 70' Handmade Rust Patinated Chandelier
Located in London, England
Inspired by planet-like shapes and textures, the Cosmic collection plays with both metal properties and a selection of patina finishes. The Pendant Duo Rust is composed of three ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Artistic rich Chandelier, 6 arms Crystal, Pink Murano Glass by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Galliano chandelier, 6-light, crystal, pink Murano glass by Multiforme. This artistic glass chandelier has 6-light, is handmade in crystal and pink glass with polychrome vitreous pas...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Simplicissimus Chandelier, 6 Arms Wisteria Murano Glass by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Simplicissimus 360 chandelier, 6 lights, Wisteria lavender artistic glass by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a research which harks back to the Classic Murano chandeliers with the purpose of re-elaborates them in modern terms. Simplicissimus chandelier...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Rigadin Chandelier 10+5 arms White Silk Murano Glass Edgar by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Edgar chandelier, 10+5 lights, white silk rigadin Murano glass by Multiforme Edgar Murano glass chandelier is one of those chandeliers in our collections that stands out thanks to it...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Montgolfiè Antique Lok Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Lamp Chateau New
Located in Berlin, DE
Montgolfière Style Chandelier - Empire Elegance with Customizability Introducing a new Montgolfière style chandelier that exudes the charm of the Empire era, reimagined with modern ...
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2010s German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Customizable 3-Globe Lenox Chandelier or Flush Mount by Astraeus Clarke
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The scalloped design of the Lenox series is a sophisticated and modern take on Art Nouveau. The metal tube bends around the shape of the globe light, creating a flow of movement and synchrony between the two parts. The fixture is completely customizable in finish, layout, and color — it can be made with 1, 3, 5, 20, or as many globes as you want, scaling it up to any size. The steel can be finished in a standard RAL color powder-coat (no charge), a custom-matched color powder-coat ($400 surcharge), polished-nickel or polished-brass plating ($3,200 surcharge), or a metal patina ($1,500 surcharge, color options shown in images). All surcharges are discounted 10% for trade accounts...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Antique and Vintage Chandeliers and Pendant Lights for Sale: Shop Baccarat Chandeliers, Stilnovo Chandeliers and Other Lighting on 1stDibs

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 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, 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. (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.)

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 natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era 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 — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.

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