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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Mid-Century Wooden Pendant Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This wooden ceiling lamp, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in the 1960s, is a rare and extraordinary example of mid-century craftsmanship. Its round form, unusual for ceiling lamps of...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood, Teak
French White Mat Glass Brass Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French frosted glass pendant lights
Brass top with 2 meter / 80 inches black cotton flex
More in stock 50x, small differences in the edges. Good to combine.
Weight 0.50 kg / 1.1 lb...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$165 / item
Opaline Chandelier by Max Bill for Temde
Located in München, DE
Extremely beautiful Sputnik chandelier from the 1960s.
The 9 opal glass lampshades spread a pleasant light.
The lamp has a very high quality finish.
Very contemporary design with a f...
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1960s German Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito OY, Finland, c. 1950s.
The brass stem presents with heavy oxidation.
Overall Dimensions...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Pendant Lamps Model LS185 by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1970
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 pendant lamps model LS185 by Carlo Nason for Mazzega.
Four crystal clear leaves compose this beautiful piece made in thick handmade Murano glass.
Measures: H 16.93” (43 c...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Art Deco White and Pink Marbled Glass and Brass Pendant Light, 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
An Art Deco style marbled white and light pink glass and brass pendant light from the 1930s, Germany.
This adorable ceiling light fixture features a beautifully shaped marbled glass ...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Muller Freres French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This Art Deco chandelier by Muller Frères (Lunéville), made in France in the 1920s, is a fine example of Art Deco lighting. It features a salmon-colored frosted molded-press glass sh...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Palm Leaves Chandelier Murano Glass and Brass, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of mouth-blown Murano glass chandeliers, blue Murano glass leaves, brass frame, three bulbs.
The chandelier reproduces the crown of a palm tree.
Rewired with E14 or E12 socket f...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 34.0"H x 7.75"W x 7.75"D
Stem Length (inches): 23.0"
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.25"H x 3....
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Pine
Latis Cross Chandelier by RBW in Matte White Powder Coated Aluminum 4' by 4'
By RBW
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
Latis Cross / Chandelier
Designed by RBW
Engineered with versatility in mind, Latis’s intelligent, fail-safe design easily adapts to a wide range of spaces, looks, and architectural...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Antique Glass Holophane Pendant Light – I
A vintage bell shaped glass prismatic pendant light shade which looks great both lit and unlit. The ...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Copper
Midcentury Modern Brass & Teakwood Pendant Light Flush Mount by Gerald Thurston
Located in Lisse, NL
Mid-Century Modern Brass & Teak Pendant Light by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, 1950s.
A stunning example of mid-century American design, this rare pendant light was designed by Ge...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Meryl Streep, Pink Murano pendant Flowers Chandelier, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Pretty Murano chandelier with pink and transparent with altenate crystals flowers in the style of Venini's La Cascata.
circa 1970s period.
The chandelier consists of four rounds of...
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1970s European Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,516 Sale Price
20% Off
Achille Castiglioni Mid-Century Beige "Cocoon" Round Pendant, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century "cocoon" pendant with a marvelous dark beige even patina. This gorgeous cocoon ceiling lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni in Italy in the 1960s.
This coco...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Steel
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Pale Blush
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Pale Blush
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic 'PH 5' pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the 'PH 5' remains t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Simplicissimus Chandelier, 8 Arms Talco Blue Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Simplicissimus 360 chandelier, 8 lights, Talco Blue artistic glass by Multiforme
This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a research...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Large Alfredo Barbini “Scavo” Italian Glass Pendant Light
Located in Miami, FL
A commanding light fixture by renowned Italian glass artist Alfredo Barbini. This large, bell shaped pendant showcases the iconic scavo technique, developed in Murano to mimic the an...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Contemporary Brass Sculptural Chandelier, Handmade in Sweden
Located in Torslanda, SE
The Bonnie range is designed around the stylized form of a Saffron flower, known around the world for its valuable beauty, fragrance and essence.
Each organic flower-like form is sh...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Ceiling Lamp
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
Venetian Caged Amber Toned Murano Glass Pendant Light Lantern, 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Venetian Caged Amber Toned Murano Glass Pendant Light Lantern, 1930s, Italy.
This exquisite Venetian caged Murano glass pendant lantern from the 1930s showcases the timeless eleganc...
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1930s Italian Arts and Crafts Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Antique Large 30cm Holophane Style Prismatic Frilly Glass Pendant Lights. c.1930
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Elegantly formed prismatic frilly glass pendant lights made in England. c.1920
Of much larger form than usually seen, clear scalloped designed prismatic glass shades with polished...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A Pendant by Erik Wärnå / 3 available
By Erik Wärnå
Located in Long Island City, NY
A lighting pendant designed by Erik Wärnå for Kemp & Lauritzen. Model "Nordlys". Denmark , Circa 1960th.
Pressured glass on brass hardware with (3) Edison type sockets.
Existing wir...
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1960s Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
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 fo...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Resin
Alhambra 2D Clear Glass with Brass Patina, Granada Collection
By L'Aviva Home
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
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
Ibiza Chandelier Ceiling Light Pendant Opaque Glass Shells Antique Brass Frame
Located in Dublin, Ireland
This is a beautiful 'Ibiza' Chandelier from Eichholtz that will elevate your decor with its stunning fusion of Art Deco inspiration and modern luxury. Crafted from champagne-colored ...
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20th Century French Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Opaline Glass & Brass Pendant, Sweden 1940s, 4 available
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This minimalist pendant was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1940s.
The pendant features a sleek and streamlined design typical of the Art Deco style, emphasizing geometr...
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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Functionalist Pair of Flush Mount Ceiling Lights, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative ceiling lights with decorated glass shade and base in brass. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. Both lamps are fully working and in goo...
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1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Amethyst Crystal Flowers Beaded Floral Maison Baguès Style Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 5 lights. Will be newly rewired with certified US UL sockets for the USA and appropriate socket for all other countries and ready to hang. Amethyst and clear crystal prisms, ...
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1950s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Mid Century Modern Style Brass and Murano Glass Big Chandelier
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Elegant Murano glass chandelier with a luxurious vintage design. This light features 16 arms, the frame is made of brass and blown glass with gold leaf, translucent glass. The centra...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$13,360 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Model 1748 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 1748 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte (IT, 1958)
A testament to Max Ingrand and Fontana Arte's visually regal effect. These thick glass diffusers feature six compressed pockets...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$25,000 / item
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
Rare "Hana II" Uchiwa Pendant Light by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare Uchiwa pendant lamp mod. "Hana II" by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s, Germany.
Executed in bamboo and 6 rice paper fans.
Can be vertically...
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1970s German Japonisme Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Vintage Scandinavian five arm chandelier, brass and glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Forserum, SE
A beautiful vintage chandelier crafted from brass, featuring five curved arms that hold bell-shaped glass shades. The arms are anchored by a decorative solid brass crown, with each a...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier Signed Sabino (Pair Available)
Located in Long Island City, NY
A stunning and rare French Art Deco chandelier created by the glass master French artist "Marius Ernest Sabino" In great condition. The chandelier features four cubic clear frosted g...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Gorgeous Antique 20 Inches in Diameter White & Black Alabaster Chandelier Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Excellent round shape and 20Ø" in diameter 'marble-like' alabaster pendant light with a stunning condition shade.
Thanks to its large size and superb condition this three-light alab...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Wire, Bronze, Brass
Opaline Palmette Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian chandelier shown with opaline hand blown Palmette Murano glass leaves arranged in six tiers including a crown at the top, mounted on 24k gold plated metal frame / Made in Ita...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
$13,500
1930's Vaseline glass pendant lights - 1 available
Located in Malton, GB
These lights are a beautiful way to add a little bit of interest to a space, either used over a dining table or in a bedroom. They create a wonderful light and atmosphere. These were...
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1930s Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Rare "Hana I" Uchiwa Pendant Light by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s NEW PRICE
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
Pair of Murano Glass Chandelier Cobalt & Crystal, Hand-Formed Candlestick Design
Located in Villaverla, IT
Pair of Ca' Bragadin Murano Glass Chandelier: Cobalt & Crystal, Hand-Formed Candlestick Design, Venetian Elegance
This Ca' Bragadin Murano glass chandelier presents a striking inter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
Large beige Murano glasses Sputnik chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Dallas, TX
Large half Sputnik glass chandelier, Stilnovo style Italy 1990s.
The Mid Century Modern chandelier is made of brass mounts and twelve Murano glass globes.
Each globe is nesting a lig...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Metal, Wood, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, metal and glass pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.0"H x 13.75"W x 13.75"D
Stem Length (inches): 13.75"
Dimensions of...
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1930s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-20th Century White Porcelain Opaline Glass Black Enamel Brass Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Porcelain industrial hanging lamp.
White porcelain, brass and white opaline milk glass.
Black enamel shade
2 conductors, no ground.
Weight: 1.70 kg / 3.7 lb
Priced per individual i...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Antique Art Deco Philips 'Phililite' Dutch Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1920
By Philips
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant conical opaline light made by Philips. c.1920
Manufactured in the Netherlands, a classic and timelessly designed pendant light. Opaline glass with original c...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Lovely Large Brass Mid Century Modern Sputnik Lamp, Austrian, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in brass and metal. The lamp needs 18 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt.
Our lamps are checked, cleaned and ...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
A pair of Chandeliers by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant by Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950. Textured clear glass with three Edison style sockets. Existing wiring. Rewiring available upon request.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
$5,600 / set
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
This lamp works with 2x E27 light bulbs.
Measurements:
Height: 50 cm
Shade diameter and heigh...
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1940s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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
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
$11,624 / item
Modernist Murano Glass Sputnik Chandelier with Chrome Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Murano glass Sputnik style chandelier was realized in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. It ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Three Arm Solid Pine Chandelier by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This solid pine wood, three-light chandelier was create...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Pine
Art Deco Opal Glass Pendant Light, "The Lovers", Germany
Located in Hannover, DE
This rare lamp will certainly delight you and is hard to find in the art trade. Beautiful piece from the beginning of the last century, made with great care and artistic skill. The t...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Tiered Frosted Glass Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This listing features a tall, frosted glass tiered chandelier that is hardwired and ready to use.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari Glass and Golden Steel Design Italy 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari glass and steel Gilded. Twenty glasses distributed on three levels with embellishment of golden plates. Illuminat...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
French Bronze Chandelier With Crystal Beaded Cup Early 1900s
Located in Milano, MI
Early 1900s French Bronze And Crystal Entrance Chandelier with the reflective body composed of an inverted dome of English pearls with a sloping diameter. The frame of this Empire-st...
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Early 20th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Modernist Pagoda Style Disc Chandelier in Chrome & Hand Blown Murano Topaz Glass
Located in New York, NY
This elegant chandelier was realized in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for their superlative glass production. It features a pagoda style bo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Handmade Clay Dome Pendant Light One of a kind- matching pair available
Located in Van Nuys, CA
12" across x 7 " deep ADD two to cart if you want the pair.
Custom hand made pendant lights. we have two matching with plug in grounded cord. cord is 15' Long.
covered in clothnice ...
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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic
$225 Sale Price / item
25% Off
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
$15,920 / item
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
Fabric Pende Woka Chandelier
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Handsewn fabric shade, dessin by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, hanging on a fabric-covered wire, brass-parts in the requested finish.
Total drop custom made
2 x Edison screw sockets ...
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2010s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$5,517 / item
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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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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