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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Pair of French Carved Alabaster Fixtures. Sold Individually.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1950's French carved alabaster light fixtures with 3 Edison interior lights and patinated bronze chain and canopy.
Sold individually.
Measurements:
Diameter: 23"
Heig...
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1950s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
White Opaline Glass Vintage Industrial Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Opaline glass pendant.
White Bakelite and brass top
2 meter black wire
Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international stand...
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Danish Flying Saucer Pendant Lamp in Stiped Plastic by LB Lyskær, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A large (52 cm in diameter) flying saucer hanging light in striped white and clear acrylic. It has a beautiful weightless appearance due to its organic lines and delicate color compo...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic
Baccarat Bell Antique Pendant
Located in Austin, TX
Chandelier/pendant from France in the iconic Baccarat bell shape. The crystal fixture top holds strands of cut crystal cabochons that come together with a delicate crystal finial. Th...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Ceiling Lamp – French Craftsmanship, Circa 196
Located in Barcelona, ES
Step back in time with the allure of a Mid-Century Modern sunburst brass wall lamp, a design gem from circa 1960, steeped in the traditions of French craftsmanship. Crafted with meti...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Dutch 1920s Grey Brown Enamel Cast Iron Garage Workshop Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Dutch 1920s old garage workshop light
Grey Brown enamel with cast iron top
White interior
Weight: 6.50 kg / 14.3 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by...
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1920s Dutch Industrial Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Enamel, Iron
Mid-Century Murano Glass Chandelier, 1960s attributed to Carlo Nason
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century Murano glass chandelier, Italian Design 1960s, attributed to Carlo Nason for Mazzega.
Intact glass, metal structure, E27 lamp.
Good condition.
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1960s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Kastholm Pendant Lamp by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Simple slats pendant light from Danish producer Nordisk Solar, designed by Jørgen Kastholm and Preben Fabricius from the 60s. Here is an old original from Nordisk Solar and no curren...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pendant Lamp, Brass with Silk Shade and Glass Elements, Lobmeyr Austria, 1950
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, Austria
This pendant lamp was made by J. L. Lobmeyr in he 1950's.
It is composed of a brass frame with a silk shade and two round glass plates, one on the top and one on the bottom. The met...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass Blue Enamel Vintage Frosted Glass Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Blue enamel industrial hanging lamp.
Frosted glass with brass top.
Weight: 2.40 kg / 5.3 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards...
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Scandinavian Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful ceiling light with a decorated glass shade and chrome metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage condit...
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1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Hand Crafted Solitaire 03 Pendant, Ø50cm/19.7in
By Naomi Paul
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
Materials
Brass
$15,685 / item
Prescolite Cased Glass Pendants two available
By Prescolite
Located in South Charleston, WV
Only one let. Priced individually. The remaining shade has a tiny chip to the bottom. Cased glass, cranberry red over white. See images. 4.5" wide, 12.5" tall. Includes ceiling plate...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Mid-century Modern Dome-shaped Glass Flush Mount Light by Doria, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century Modern Dome-shaped Glass Flush Mount Light by Doria, 1960s, Germany
This lamp works with 3x E27 light bulb. Max 100W
Wired and suitable to use with 220V and 110V for all...
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1960s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair Large Bubble Glass Pendant Lights by Helena Tynell, Limburg, Germany 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning pair of large bubble glass pendant lights designed by Helena Tynell and Heinrich Gantenbrink for Glashütte Limburg, manufactured in Germany, circa 1960s. Each Pendant requ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Contemporary Italian Chandelier Brass and Glass, 12 Arms
By Angelo Lelii, Stilnovo
Located in Bochum, NRW
Trendy Mid Century Italian Style, this beautiful ceiling fixture impresses by its lines simplicity and clean design.
170x170x35 cm (WxDxH)
Made of brass and with mate glass globe sh...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Milk Glass
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching gilt wrought iron sunburst ceiling flush mount with milk glass lampshade. Spain, 1950s
Rare find.
This light fixture features a sunburst structure with curly rays made ...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
$3,990 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Pendant Lamp made of Murano Glass with Gold Yellow Waves and Brass
Located in Hannover, DE
Let yourself be enchanted by this timeless, classic hanging lamp, made from mouth-blown Murano glass. The master-crafted glass is made from clear glass, with golden-yellow glass deco...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare "Hana I" Uchiwa Pendant Light by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s
By Ingo Maurer, M Design
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare, large "Uchiwa" pendant lamp mod. "Hana I" by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s, Germany.
Executed in bamboo and 6 rice paper fans.
Can be vertically extended and dismantled.
T...
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1970s German Japonisme Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bamboo, Paper, Cotton
Mid-Century German "Cocoon" Chandelier by Goldkant Leuchten, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Marvelous and unique German "Cocoon" Chandelier. This Chandelier was designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Germany by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten.
Original "Goldkant...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
The brass stem presents with very light oxidation.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 25” H x 26” Diameter
...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Italian Burnished Brass and Murano Glass Large Sputnik Chandelier
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Extraordinary Mid-Century Style Sputnik chandelier in burnished brass and 12 Murano glass spheres.
Also available as a pair. The height of the brass rod can be customized.
11 lamp ho...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$6,650 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Mosaic Glass Disco Ball With Rotor 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Vintage mosaic glass disco ball with rotor 1980s
Intact and functional, it has a diameter of 30 cm.
Very good condition.
We guarantee adequate packagi...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Mirror
Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Goldkant, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Goldkant, 1960s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
This lamp works with E27 light bulbs.
Wired and suitable to use with 220V and 110V for...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Resin
Hand Crafted Solitaire 02 Pendant, Ø50cm/19.7in
By Naomi Paul
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
Materials
Brass
$11,452 / item
'Filigrana' S4 Ellipse Lamp in Blue and Opal Blown Glass for Established & Sons
Located in Glendale, CA
'Filigrana' S4 Ellipse Lamp in Blue and Opal Blown Glass for Established & Sons
The iconic Filigrana collection, created by former Established & Sons Creative Director Sebastian Wro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Acrylic
Arlus Mad Men Chandelier, 1950s
By Arlus
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Midcentury "Mad Men" Chandelier by Arlus, Paris, France, 1950s. This stunning chandelier by Arlus is a quintessential piece of midcentury French design, with its striking comb...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Limited-Edition Walnut 19" Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
This pendant light combines Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian design, offering a sleek yet organic look. Crafted from walnut wood veneer, known for its rich grain and dark tones, t...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Other
$946 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Venetian Lantern in Blown Murano Glass Reticello caged, 1940s
Located in Palermo, IT
Venetian Lantern in blown Murano glass Reticello caged, 1940s
Intact and in good condition.
Very rare object.
Good condition.
Intact glass.
E27 lamp.
The bowl has a diameter of 22 cm...
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1940s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Beautiful Mid-Century Murano Glass & Brass, Leaf Chandelier Pendant, Italy 1970s
Located in Lisse, NL
Whispers of glass, handcrafted Murano leaves in radiant Light.
Elevate your interior with this exquisite Italian Murano glass chandelier, a striking sculptural piece from the 1970s....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish designer ceiling light, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A distinguished Swedish ceiling light from the 1940s, attributed to an unknown designer.
Expertly crafted from copper, brass, and raw glass, this piece reflects the understated ele...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Copper
Vintage Swedish Grace solid brass six-arm chandelier, 1930s Scandinavian Design
Located in Forserum, SE
A Swedish six-arm chandelier from the 1930s, masterfully crafted from solid brass and adorned with intricate leaf and floral motifs. Each arm cradles a candle-shaped E27 lamp holder,...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 7 Art Deco Ruffled Murano Hand Blown Glass Pendants Red Pink White, 1940
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful ruffled hand blown Murano glass pendants, 1970.
This are is a real eye catchers and suitable for many different interiors. Several pieces available.
The glass looks ruff...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Ettore Sottsass Chandelier, 1970
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare ‚Bruco‘ chandelier designed by Ettore Sottsass for Design Centre / Poltronova in 1970. Minimalist chrome structure with a large methacrylate diffuser. Very nice original conditi...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Radius Pendant Lamp by Erik Balslev for Fog og Morup
Located in Berlin, DE
Sculptural pendant lamp Radius for Fog & Mørup. Features layered matte white shades for soft, glare-free light. Elegant and architectural. Good vintage condition, light patina consis...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Brutalist Murano glass ice tube chandelier by Doria Leuchten Germany 1960s
Located in Hannover, DE
Arguably one of the most exciting and beautiful ice glass tube chandeliers from the Dutch manufacturer Doria Leuchten. 69 Murano glass tubes with a matte finish make this chandelier ...
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1960s German Brutalist Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Opalescent Molded Textural Glass 3-Tier Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This Modernist hand-blown Murano opalescent glass chandelier, crafted in Italy in the 21st century, represents the pinnacle of contemporary elegance and artistry. The chandelier is c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Documented Jugendstil Adolf Loos Chandelier, Re-Edition
By Adolf Loos, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Adolf Loos has designed this lamp for the Valentin Rosenfeld Apartment in 1912 and for the Taylor-store Erich Mandl 1916
Lit: Rukschcio/Schachel, Adolf Loos, Leben und Werk, p 497,57...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Teak and Cord Shade Hanging Lamp by Temde, circa 1960
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant mid-century hanging lamp was produced by Temde in the 1960s and showcases a warm combination of natural materials and Scandinavian design sensibilities. The wide, conica...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rattan, Plastic, Teak
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A white-lacquered metal and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 16.0"H x 7.0"W x 7.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 6...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
French Art Déco Chandelier, Pendant Light, Muller Frères Luneville, 1920s
Located in Schwerin, MV
French pendant lamp from the 1920s-1940s with an opal glass shade and chain suspension by Muller Frères Lunéville in good original condition. The ornate glass shade has a beautiful s...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative ceiling light with embossed shade in opaline glass and chrome metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and...
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1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Pink Seguso Raspberry Pendant Lamp in Cage Murano Glass, 1950s
By Seguso
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A vibrant, playful and intense pink 'raspberry' in the shape of this rather decadent pendant light in cage hand-blown Murano Glass. It was made in the workshop of Seguso in Venice ci...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Hand Crafted Solitaire 01 Pendant, Ø80cm/31.5in
By Naomi Paul
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
Materials
Brass
$11,452 / item
1 of the 10 Ceramic Green Blue Brown Pendants, Denmark 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Several round ceramic hanging lamps with a beautiful pattern, made with rich colored green, blue and brown ceramics, manufactured by Jette Hellerøe for Axella in the 1960s in Denmark...
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1970s Danish Brutalist Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic
Most Beautiful in Shape and Color Timeless Alabaster Shade Chandelier Dia 22.5Ø"
Located in Lisse, NL
Timeless antique extra large pendant light with a stunning alabaster shade.
Thanks to its timeless design, its extra large size and its mint condition this four light alabaster fixt...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Bronze, Brass
A pair of antique French silvered bronze and crystal chandeliers
Located in SON EN BREUGEL, NL
A beautiful pair of French crystal chandeliers.
Each with 8 lights.
The chandeliers are richly decorated with flower rosettes, drops and cut crystal pendeloques. Some of them are ver...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Circular Chandelier PB by Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circular Chandelier Ring of Lights by Lumfardo Luminaires. This ring chandelier has 36 E12 candelabra based sockets and is finished in patinated brass. Part of our custom collection ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$6,200 / item
Mid Century Modern Reggiani Style 5 ft Chandelier Large Statement Lamp
By Reggiani
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Elevate your space with a touch of vintage space-age elegance. The Reggiani Style Chandelier is a Mid-Century Modern masterpiece, crafted with a timeless metallic finish that radiate...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
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
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Konsthantverk Stoby Oxide D40 Opal Glass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Stoby designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
A true Art Nouveau classic in white matte opal glass and oxidized brass.
Comes in a number of diff...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$1,368 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass chandelier likely designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Smooth and likely production-related crack present to inside of one shade.
Overall Dimensions ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Sisal and Walnut Pendant Lamp from Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful pendant light from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and the materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very good vintage co...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Walnut
Gaia, Murano Black Mezza Filigrana Tessuto glass sphere, Silvio Piattelli Design
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The Gaia collection consists of lighting spheres that bring back the classic Mid-century Murano pattern called Mezza Filigrana. It provides flexibility, allowing for a variety of gro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Chandelier / ceiling light Original Palmette, blue and turquoise
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Luxury and GENUINE Murano Glass chandelier. HAND MADE IN MURANO. It made by 36 Muranoblue and turquoise glasses in a gold painted metal frame. The chandelier also has a Murano trans...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
French Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Rope, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pink glass and beige rope pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 18.0"H x 13.75"W x 13.75"D
Cord Length (inches): 13”
Dimensions o...
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1930s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope, Glass
Benedict Wrought Iron Chandelier by Miamar Home
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This two-tier, eight-arm iron chandelier features a graceful, sculptural design with subtly curved arms radiating from a central tapered hub. Each arm supports a white faux candle sl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Massimo Vignelli for Venini Multicolor Glass Pendant Light
Located in Norwood, NJ
A rare and visually arresting pendant light designed by Massimo Vignelli for Venini, Italy, circa 1950s–60s. This sculptural handblown Murano glass fixture features Vignelli’s signat...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mazzega Tulip Pendant Lamp Plum & Clear Murano Glass by Carlo Nason Italy 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant tulip pendant light with plum and clear Murano glass blades on a partly chromed and nickel hardware designed by Carlo Nason. Chandelier illuminates beautifully and offers a l...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome, Nickel
Tenfold Chandelier 32inch Brushed Bronze Perforated Metal Pendant Light
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
TENFOLD CHANDELIER 5 TIER 24inch in Brushed Bronze by Luft Tanaka Studio
Brutalism meets glam. Inspired by Brutalist architecture and Op Art, the Tenfold Series features interlockin...
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2010s American Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, 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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The Doma by L’Aviva Home nods to Colombia’s equestrian heritage.
Celebrate Spring Year-Round with This Lush Murano-Glass Chandelier
Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.
In London, Eva Menz Creates Artisanal Lighting with Theatrical Flair
Working through her studio, Atelier001, the German-born lighting meister designs LED fixtures with thoughtfully crafted details that make each piece one of a kind.
A Tale of Two Sputnik Chandeliers
This pair of iconic 20th-century light fixtures with the same name have two very different backgrounds.
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