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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
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Art Deco Bronze Chandelier in Modernism's style.
Located in Rebais, FR
Art Deco chandelier in Modernism's style.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Customizable Pendant Lamp TRN C3, Brass Rod, Light Blue & Green Ceramic
Located in Paris, FR
TRN C3 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 45 x 35 x 5 cm Model shown: Light blue & green Bulb (not included): E27/E...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Customizable Pendant Lamp 'TRN F1' by Pani Jurek, Black Ceramic
Located in Paris, FR
TRN F1 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 375 x 55 x 5 cm Model shown: Black Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatib...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Circus Pendant Light By Corinna Warm For Warm Medium Black/Bronze In Stock
Located in Santa Monica, CA
The Circus Collection features a family of three pendant lights taking its cue from the shape of a Victorian circus tent. The spun aluminum lamps are available in black or white with a luxurious bronze interior gently reflecting the light. The lamps work well individually or look lovely in clusters of different sizes and colors. Custom colors are available on request. Its Classic design allows for great versatility, suiting a wide variety of spaces, from private residences, retail, restaurants, hotels to workplaces. The design is created to compliment an interior rather than to create a bold statement within a space, resulting in its timeless and universal appeal. The original designer pendants by Corinna Warm for Warm are manufactured and distributed exclusively by Studio Warm...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Circus Pendant Light Design By Corinna Warm For Warm Large White/Bronze In Stock
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Our bestselling Circus Pendant Light Collection features a family of three pendant lights taking its cue from the shape of a Victorian circus tent. The ...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

21st Century Frida Pink Blown Glass and Nickel Chandelier by Patrizia Garganti
Located in Sesto Fiorentino, IT
A chandelier with a sober and discreet elegance. Devoid of any concessions to decorations, hence capable of resonating both in Classic and modern contexts. It combines strength and g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Adjustable Triennale 3 Arms Chandelier Brass, Stilnovo Style, Three Hues of Blue
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Bespoke chandelier with three arms that are counterbalanced. That allows to move the arms up and down. The heads are on a pivotting joint to they ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Metal, Brass

SERENE Mid-Century Modern White Wood 27" chandelier pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Laminate, Bentwood, Lacquer, Organic Material, Acrylic, Wood, Hardwood

Customizable Pendant Lamp TRN F2, Brass Rod, Ochre, Brown & Cobalt Blue Ceramic
Located in Paris, FR
TRN F2 Pendant lamp / Ceiling lamp / Chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H. 82.5 x 55 x 5 cm Model shown: Ochre, brown & cobalt blue Bulb (not includ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Articulated Sconce Midcentury Modern Stilnovo Style Solid Brass Hand Gilt Shades
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Thanks to a customer who wanted this finish, combining a typical renaissance Tuscan gold leaf finish with a Mid-Century Modern shape. This beautiful sconce has three moving joints. On the backplate and the middle you have a dented joint for reaching any point. On the heads there is a turning and 90 degrees up and down to keep the shades vertical and aiming every position. Natural solid patinated brass. Aluminum shades dust sprayed lacquered in ivory and hand gilted by a local artisan in the Siena area. Pivoting heads helps with the light distribution in the room. Upper shades contribute to the ambiance light and lower shades for the direct light. Ideal side to fireplace so that the arm can reach a reading sofa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass, Gold Leaf, Metal

Compact Orbitale Brass Chandelier 3 Rotating Balanced Arms, Low Ceiling Featured
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This unique compact brass chandelier has been expertly designed to work perfectly also with lower ceilings. With a 12-inch (30 cm) tall body, it allows for a 6-inch (15 cm) space to ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Flush Mount Brass and Glass Chandelier 8 Arms, Stilnovo Style, Low Ceiling Best
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This chandelier is specifically designed for low ceilings, with a height of only 13 inches (32 cm). The arms and shade holders are made of brass, while the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

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

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Aluminum

Flush Mount Light 1 - Vrksa Series by Raka Studio - Ceiling Light in Ash Wood
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Flush Mount Light 1 sits closely on the ceiling, it has been made using solid ashwood by bending the wood. Two cocoon-like wooden structures bear the light bulbs, dispelling ligh...
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2010s Unknown Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Ash, Bentwood

Large Scale Architectural Cantilever Stilnovo Style Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dramatic large-scale three-light pendant with reflecting dome shield and Stilnovo style double shade. Perfect for an impressive great room. Articulates to vary the width and height....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Dòry Contemporary Handmade Chandelier Brass, Blown Glass, LED Light, Dimmable
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
An exquisite exercise in balance, this chandelier exudes a Minimalist flair marked by clean and essential lines. Its dimmable structure features two brass bars hanging from a brass c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Brass Shades
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This stunning bespoke brass chandelier is cleverly designed to work perfectly with lower ceilings. It features five rotating arms with a minimum height of 28 in. (70 cm). The arms ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

Orbitale Brass Chandelier 3 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Brass Shades
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This exquisite bespoke brass chandelier features three rotating arms skillfully balanced on a heavy cast brass sphere that rotate in an orbital movement along the stem. To achieve pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

Louis Poulsen, Pendant 5-Light by Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, pendant 5-light by Vilhelm Lauritzen Measures: Width x height x length (mm) 690 x 233 x 690, 8.4 kg 5 shades. Material: Shades: Mouth-blown, 3-layered, polished opa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Brass and Alabaster Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Mobile kinetic chandelier made of patinated brass with a round counterweight and two enlighten alabaster globes. Original design by Glustin Luminaires.
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'OOOPS' in Black Lava Stone
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant lamp 'OOOPS' by Buzao x Bentu design. Black lava stone Size: 32 cm high, 9 cm diameter Wire: 2 meters black (adjustable) Lamp type: E27 LED 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Lava, Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Circle' in Black Lava Stone
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant lamp 'CIRCLE' by Buzao x Bentu design. Black lava stone Size: 15 cm high, 13 cm diameter Wire: 2 meters black (adjustable) Lamp type: E27 LED...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Lava, Aluminum

Kadur Frost 13, Blown Mixed Sized Glass Foyer Chandelier by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand blown glass pendants fixtures. 12 glass pendant on 24" round canopy with LED G4 2W bulb. Fixture dimmable. 2 additional ft. are added to every wire. Also available in all the same color. UL listed. The center orb of each Kadur Frost...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Kadur Frost 1, 5" Blown Glass Pendant by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand blown glass pendants fixtures. 1 glass pendant on 6" round canopy with LED G4 2W bulb. Fixture dimmable. 2 additional ft. are added to every wire. UL listed. Glass Pendant Measures: 5" The center orb of each Kadur Frost...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Kadur Drizzle 5, Five Inch Blown Glass Pendant Kitchen Island by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand blown glass pendants fixtures. 5 glass pendants on 8" x 40" rectangular canopy with LED G4 2W bulb. Fixture Dimmable. 2 additional ft are added to every wire. UL listed. Glass P...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Kadur Drizzle 1, Eight Inch Blown Glass Pendant by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand blown glass pendants fixtures. 1 glass pendant on 6" round canopy with LED G4 2W bulb. Fixture dimmable. 2 additional ft are added to every wire. UL listed. Glass Pendant Measur...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Bespoke Italian Oval Black and Pink Crystal Murano Glass Brass Egg Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary orientalist style custom lantern chandelier, of a modern Venetian geometric series with 4 shapes as per images, entirely custom made in I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Handwoven Rattan Medium George Light Screen, Mexico City, León León Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
This handwoven rattan medium George light screen is a unique creation by León León design from Mexico City. The screen features a solid powder-coated...
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rattan

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Alley' by AGO 'Large-White'
Located in Paris, FR
Alley pendant lamp by AGO Lighting UL Listed Painted aluminum, white opal glass LED G9 110-240V (not included) Available colors: Charcoal, white, grey, burgundy, green Dimensions: 15,8 x 34 cm (Large) 11 x 24 cm (Small) AGO is a Korean design studio specialized in lighting. AGO is based in the area of central Seoul named Euljiro which has been at the heart of Korean industry. Many small factories and workshops remain and it is where AGO started, collaborating with the skilled craftsmen and makers of the area. AGO develops lightings collections in collaboration with contemporary design studio like Bymars, Word or Big-Game for example. Each project is a constant search of the perfect balance between beauty and function with light. ALLEY is a simple versatile modern lamp. Soft shine from the glass globes will light up above the table to bring cozy ambience. ALLEY comes with two different sizes in various orientations; pendant lamp, wall lamp, tilted table lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Bespoke Italian Crystal Rose Pink Murano Glass Brass Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary custom organic modern chandelier, entirely handcrafted in Italy, with a handmade brass double frame with Art Deco flair. The exterior is formed by nature-inspired oval...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Contemporary Chandelier 'Cirkus' by AGO 'Large - Terracotta' (in stock)
Located in Paris, FR
Cirkus chandelier by AGO Lighting Coated ABS, aluminum UL Listed LED GU10 110-240V (not included) Two sizes available: 4 pairs of lamps / 6 pairs o...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Midcentury Ceiling Light with Brass Frame and White Frosted Glass Globe, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Midcentury hotel ceiling or floor lights with brass frame and large hand blown white frosted glass globes. The lights are beautifully thanks to the hand blown glass. The pleasant lig...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Opaline Teardrop Pendant, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Opaline Teardrop Pendant Made in Italy Large opaline glass shade with brass hardware. 14”dia x 27.5"h ( fixture height, overall drop adjustabl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Prismatic Opaline Pendant, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Prismatic Opaline Pendant Italy, 21st Century Large two part opaline glass pendant with brass hardware. 12”dia x 32”h (fixture) Ref. L3485 *...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Reflector Linear LED Anodized Aluminum Pendant Light, Black / White Shade
Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria
The Reflector linear pendant is a luxury LED linear pendant, ideal for indoor lighting in dining and living rooms, study rooms, hallways, and other do...
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2010s Oceanic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Large Set Midcentury Lights with Brass Frame & Large Handblown Glass Globe 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set hotel ceiling/wall lights with brass frame and large hand blown glass. The lights are beautifully thanks to the hand blown glass. These lights were originally founded at la...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

"Il Pezzo 3 Long Chandelier" - length 103cm/40.5” - polished brass - crystal
Located in Firenze, IT
Inspired by Arabic calligraphic art and the icon of the classical candelabrum is Il Pezzo 3, a collection of lamps with a hand-forged brass structure and elegant “candles” crafted fr...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass, Gold

Firmamento Milano Medium Cono Pendant by Carlo Guglielmi
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Please note that VAT is not included in the price. The Cono suspension pendant is perhaps the biggest cone of light, with an embedded 35W LED. The light concentration varies solely ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Modern Supernova Chandelier in Oil-Rubbed Bronze by Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Supernova chandelier-- a dynamic, lively design by Blueprint Lighting, 2019. Supernova is constructed with a brass frame with spun aluminium orbs; shown in our hand finished oil-rubbed bronze with natural brass button finials. This design has characteristics of both Mid-Century Modernism and contemporary design. It offers a sculptural and architectural element as the focal point of your space. The perfect statement piece for any sophisticated interior! Drop height as shown is 30", but this can easily be customized for your space at no additional charge. Dimensions of the lamp body as shown are 42" diameter and 4" height. Diameter and height may both be customized. This design can even sit quite close to the ceiling and have more a flushmount feel. May be fully customized: drop height, scale, enamel color, metal finish--you name it and we can do it! Our 36 in-house enamel colors are shown in the final image. We also offer polished or brushed nickle...
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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Nickel, Enamel, Bronze

White Opaline Glass Round Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
German Opaline glass industrial Bauhaus pendant. Weight 1.0 kg / 2.2 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by intern...
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass, Opaline Glass

Original Bauhaus Pendants, Three Diameteres of Balls, Up to 16 Pieces!!!
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s, Czechoslovakia - very good original condition - opaline glass - the rod can be shortened - no replica or later production - diameteres of glass: 25,30,35cm - height of...
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Large Hanging Pendant with Birch Dowels by Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
The Large Hanging Pendant is part of the re-issued Smilow Lighting Collection, originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956 and officially reintrod...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Seguso. N.14 Murano Glass Chandeliers ”Dew” 1940 Brass, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso Murano glass chandeliers ”Dew“, 1940, Italy.
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1940s Italian Other Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Joe Pendant Lamp 640 by Wende Reid - Classic, Tailored, Minimal, Handmade
Located in Paddington, NSW
This Classic, tailored pendant lamp, inspired by menswear is reminiscent of 1940s style and the early simplicity of Art Deco. Also available as a flush mount, its clean geometric sha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper, Brass

Handwoven Bebop Tall Cotton Light Screen - Mexico City - León León Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
The Handwoven Bebop Tall Cotton Light Screen from León León Design in Mexico City is an exquisite and distinctive creation that combines artistry and f...
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Cotton

1970s Industrial Bronze, Polished Brass & Glass Flameproof Tube Light with Shade
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Reclaimed vintage Industrial Korean flameproof striplight made by Daeyang in the 1970s with bronze veneer finishing and adjustable suspension bar...
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Late 20th Century Korean Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass, Bronze

Large Chandelier Angelo Lelli Style, 6 Opaline Glass Flush Mount
Located in Lyon, FR
Amazing modern chandelier in brass and opaline glass. Made by our craftsman partner, this light can be used as a flush mount or chandelier. Very sculptural and decorative lamp. (cust...
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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Foscarini Caboche Flush Light by Patricia Urquiola & Eliana Gerotto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Like a bracelet of sparkling transparent pearls, the Caboche ceiling lamp embellishes any room with its extraordinary lighting effect, where each sphere reflects the image of the lig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Foscarini Small Caboche Pendant by Patricia Urquiola & Eliana Gerotto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Caboche lamps transform light into a sparkling composition of transparent spheres: a design gem resulting from an amalgam of technology and creativity...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Aluminum

Rainbow Leather Meander Chandelier
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Our Meander Chandelier in glorious ROYGBIV colors. Seven flexible leather wrapped arms allows for playful poses and creative customization. As show...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Handwoven Agave Fiber Tom Light Screen - Mexico City - León León Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
Introducing our extraordinary Handwoven Henequén Tom Light Screen, a true masterpiece by León León Design from the heart of Mexico City. Crafted with passion and expertise, this stu...
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Natural Fiber

Midcentury Brass Floral Chandeliers in the Style of Emil Stejnar, Europe, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Midcentury brass floral chandeliers in the style of Emil Stejnar. ( 12 x on stock ). Made of brass with stylish floral glass disc glass ligh...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Kartell Small FL/Y Pendant Light in Orange by Ferruccio Laviani
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FL/Y pendant light small in orange. It is a collection of pendant lamps designed by Ferruccio Laviani in 2002. Dimensions: Shade height: 11 in.; Diameter: 15 in.; Unit weight: 1.0...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Resin

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'QIE' in Black Lava Stone 'Total Black'
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant lamp 'QIE' by Buzao x Bentu Design. After concrete version, let's meet the black lava stone and white marble version! (Sold individually) 16 cm high; 9.6 cm Length Wire: 2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Lava

Wooden STACKED Illuminated Hanging Bell-Shaped Sculpture, "Squat", Customizable
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The STACKED cylindrical bell-shaped Illuminated Sculpture shown here is made of salvaged Maple. All hanging illuminated sculptures are hand-built custom per your specifications. Larg...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Marble, Metal, Brass, Steel, Sheet Metal

1970s Industrial Copper, Polished Brass and Glass Flameproof Edison Tube Light
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Reclaimed vintage industrial Korean flameproof strip light made by Daeyang in the 1970s with copper veneer finishing. Original item salvaged from supertankers and military vessels ...
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Late 20th Century Korean Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass, Copper

Venini Abaco 5-Light Pendant Light by Monica Guggisberg and Philip Baldwin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Abaco Suspension lamp, designed by Monica Guggisberg and Philip Baldwin and manufactured by Venini, is available with 5 lights (823.00). "One the one hand, the sphere: the most ubiqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Midcentury Industrial Pendant / Up to 20 Pieces, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - Plastic circles - New electricity - Suitable in every interior - The height can be adjustable.
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

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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