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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Louis Philippe
Paavo Tynell Brass K2-20 Pendant by Idman Oy Finland
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
1950's brass and opal glass pendant model K2-20 by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy Finland
Polished and perforated brass dome shaped shade over mouth blown frosted glass diffuser.
A bea...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Modern Three-Arm Chandelier with Glass Shades
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern chandelier in brass and black wood and with three glass shades, Denmark circa 1950's.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Finnish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and gilded opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 28” H x 14” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.25” H x 4” Diame...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Leaf Decorated Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Swedish Modern Pendant in Brass with decorative leaf ornaments. Very decorative and showcasing the soft elegant lines of Swedish mid-20th century design made famous by Josef Frank an...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Scandinavian Nautical Hanging Lamp in Brass, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Beatifully made chain-suspended Scandinavian Ceiling Lamp by The style is Nautical/Maritime and it will add a cosy twist to any modern interior. The light is in a very nice vintage c...
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1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Brass Pendant Lamp
Located in München, DE
Wonderful brass pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The lamp with the floating shade is a real asset and an absolute favorite for every home.
A very pleasa...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian mid-century chandelier, five arms, brass & glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A Scandinavian modernist chandelier crafted from brass, featuring five curved arms supporting conical opal glass shades. The shades are secured by brass fittings perforated with a de...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1940s Perforated Brass Conical Ceiling Lamp Attributed to Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
1940s Perforated Brass Conical Ceiling Lamp Attributed to Paavo Tynell. This sculptural semi-flush mount executed in perforated brass with an attractive patina. Highly characteristic...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Small Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass, three-armed chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Canopy Dimensions (inches): 2.75 x 3.31 x 3.31 (H x W x D).
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, model Jupiter.
Sweden, circa 1950.
Diameter measures 50 cm (20")
Eight Europe...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Finnish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass chandelier designed and produced in Finland, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 16” H x 30.5” W x 6” D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 1” H x 19” W x 4....
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Modern Pendant Light by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant brass pendant light by Josef Frank, with three shades. Slender brass frame and decorative brass ball on the chord.
Length of chord is adjustable according to preference.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lisa Johansson Pape Finish copper hanging lamp 1950's
Located in Forest, BE
Delicate copper and suspension lamp made in the 1950s. Designed by the finish female designer Lisa Johansson-Pape. The lamp come light copper patina. Easy to fix install. The lamp r...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
S40 Large Murano Pendant Ceiling Lamp in White Swirl Glass with Brass
Located in København, DK
Sphere-shaped pendant ceiling lamp crafted from mouth-blown opaline glass. The design features a swirl pattern obtained using an original 1970s mould, specifically picked to give the...
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2010s Italian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern "Anna" Pendant Wood Beige Fabric, Atelje Lyktan Sweden 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage "Anna" pendant designed by Anna Ehrner for Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden. Made in the 1970s.
The lamp is made of bent wood with brass details. It wears its original off white fabric...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell, Ceiling Lamp Model 1355 Made by Taito in the 40s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Paavo Tynell ceiling lamp made by Taito in the 40s. The lamp is made in Nikel plated brass with a wood strip shade. This model is one of the first ever design by Paavo Tynell during ...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Itsu, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Finland, 1940s
By Itsu
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and fabric chandelier produced by Itsu, Finland, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.5” H x 18” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25” H x 3.625” W x 3.625” D
Stem le...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Jupiter Pendant Chandelier By Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with crystal glass segments designed by Carl Fagerlund in the 1950s for Orrefors glassworks and Lyfa. eight-light sources.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Tivoli Lamp by Simon Henningsen for Lyfa, Denmark
Located in Goteborg, SE
Hanging lamp by Simon Henningsen for Lyfa, Denmark. This lamp was designed for the restaurant Divan in the amusement park Tivoli in Copenhagen. Made of different lacquered and chrome...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Assorted rattan lampshades.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.5” H x 25” W x 7” D
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.7...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass Pendant Ceiling Lamp with Brass, Sweden 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage glass pendant by the Swedish designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Manufactured in the 1960s.
The lamp is made of pressed translucent glass and has beautiful parts made fro...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Oak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A three-armed brass, oak and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 24” H x 18” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy:...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hand Crafted Cave Pendant, Ø50cm/19.7in
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
LIGHT / SHADE collection are down lights, V2 GLÜCK, CAVE and VEX. Designed in response to a need for beautiful and unique direct lighting.
A double cloth lower section cleverly conce...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Early White Poul Henningsen "PH 2/2" Mid Century Pendant by Louis Poulsen 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare small mid century "PH 2/2" ceiling pendant in patinated brass, bakelite and original white opaline glass shades by Poul Henningsen produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark, 1930s....
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light made in Rattan and Brass , 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp.
The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt.
Light...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare Vilhelm Lauritzen chandelier, 1946
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Vilhelm Lauritzen brass chandelier with five opaline glass shades, each 19 cm. Designed 1946 and made 1940s-1950's at Louis Poulsen, Denmark.
Fine original condition.
Litera...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, oak and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22” H x 19.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.6“ H x 3.5” Diameter...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Pendant for Taito Oy, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy from the 1950s. Stamped, brass frame with rope details, milk glass lampshades, crystal droplet -style details, good vintage condition. m...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Swedish mid-century crystal chandelier by Eriksmåla, 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
Mid-century chandelier produced in the 1960s by the Swedish manufacturer Eriksmåla. Constructed with 54 crystal elements mounted on a chrome frame, it features six metal lamp holders...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Steel, Chrome
Vilhelm Lauritzen for Fog & Mørup Chandelier in Opaline Glass and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vilhelm Lauritzen for Fog & Mørup, chandelier, opaline glass, brass, coated brass, Denmark, 1945 to 1955
This very rare chandelier was created by the renowned Danish Modern architec...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Fog and Mørup White Opal Glass Pendant, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful opaline glass pendant with relief stripes that gives a very nice light effect in your office or living room, the suspension system is a chrome tube with a bakelite top. Eig...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
1960s Helena Tynell Amber Glass Pendant Light, Sweden
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pendant Lamp in Amber Glass by Helena Tynell, Sweden 1960s
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern glass pendant lamp in amber color.
Double layers of glass, white in the interior part and amb...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Lars Eiler Schiøler Coral Harlequin Hanging Lamp for Hoyrup, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare version pendant light of the Harlequin series designed by Lars E. Schiøler and manufactured by Høyrup in Denmark during the 1960s. It executed in coral/orange flexible acrylic...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic
Pendant Light by Ateljé Lyktan, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass ceiling lamp with openwork glass decoration. Ceiling cup with the inscription Philips.
A prototype was reportedly developed for Ateljé Lyktan, but it did not enter production.
...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large 1950s Bent Karlby 5-Arm Glass and Brass Chandelier for Lyfa
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Bent Karlby 5-arm glass and brass chandelier for Lyfa. Executed in patinated brass with five opaline blown glass shades, Denmark, circa 1950s. A quintessentially Danish Modern chandelier...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Copper Square Glass Hanging Lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson ed. Markaryd, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Square copper pendant lamp was designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd in Sweden in the 1960s. The light spreads from the perforated copper part at the top and the white inside ...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Paavo Tynell, brass counterweight light A1965 for TAITO Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
The Paavo Tynell brass counterweight light A1965 for TAITO Oy is a stunning addition to any interior design. With its iconic design and high-...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm Ceiling Lamp by Nordisk Solar in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp designed by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm. Produced by Nordisk Solar in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Holger Johansson for Westal Chandeliers in Brass and Smoked Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Holger Johansson for Westal, chandeliers, brass, smoked glass, Sweden, 1950s
These elegant and large chandeliers are designed by Swedish designer Holger Johansson in the 1950s. The ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Gunnel Nyman, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
By Gunnel Nyman, Idman Oy
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass chandelier designed by Gunnel Nyman and produced by Idman, Finland, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.5” H x 19.75 ” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy:...
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1940s Italian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Elegant Pine Pendant Light by Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ellysett, 1970s
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This elegant pine pendant light is the work of renowned Swedish designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Born in 1919 in Sweden, Jakobsson was a significant designer and furniture maker known f...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood, Pine
Fog & Mørup, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, dark-stained wood and white opaline glass chandelier produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 24” H x 15” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hand Crafted Sonne Pendant, Ø50cm/19.7in
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
OMI collection are statement pendants, GLÜCK, SONNE and MONIKA. This is the original Naomi Paul lighting collection, launched in 2011.
A diffused atmospheric light. A statement penda...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Scandinavian Brass Pendant Lamp by Hans Bergström, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovley brass ceiling lamp by Hans Bergström, in a conical form. Perforated with a beautiful pattern of holes and graphic shapes, making it glow like a piece of art in the dark.
Ha...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric chandelier produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.75” H x 23” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2” H x 4.625” Diameter
Stem le...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
White Witch Hat Pendant by Fog and Mørup, Denmark
Located in Dronten, NL
White enameled aluminium pendant lamp designed by Claus Bonderup and Thorsten Thorup for Fog and Mørup. Very early edition with bakelite hardware in exquisite vintage condition.
Mark...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Dråpe Pendant Lamp in Oiled Walnut and Turned Brass by Ronny Buarøy for Wooda
By Ronny Buarøy, Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
Words from the designer: Dråpe (Norwegian for drop) is based on the shape of a water drop. The open end means the design completely changes when viewed from different angles. I just ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Large Chandelier in Brass and Amber Glass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Amber Glass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Brass and amber glass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by Hans-...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hand Crafted Simple Shade 01, Deep Trim Double Cloth Pendant, Ø60cm/23.6in
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
Simple Shade 01 balances poise with technical complexity forming an effortless silhouette. An air of weightlessness imbues this shade whether at scale as an elegant centre piece for ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Rare Chandelier Model ER 98/6, Itsu Oy, 1960s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare chandelier model ER 98/6, manufactured by Itsu Oy. Brass frame with opaline glass shades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Counterweight Brass Pendant by Itsu Oy, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Counterweight brass pendant by Itsu Oy, 1950s. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use. The height of the pendant is adjustable....
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, wood and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.5” H x 33” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.25“ H x 3.65...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Carl Fagerlund Dual Crystal Disc Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Dual crystal disc chandelier with a raised dot pattern on a satin nickel stem and canopy by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Professionally rewired for use in the USA.
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Nickel
Louis Poulsen, Grey Pendant Lamp 'Klassependel', 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Designed in-house by Louis Poulsen in Denmark in 1967. It is called Class Room Pendant Light (Da: Klassependel) and it composed of a grey lacquered aluminium main shade with an acryl...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Hand Crafted Solitaire 01 Harlequin Pendant, Ø60cm/23.6in
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
Solitaire is our acrobat, artfully pairing balance with symmetry, evolving from a single Solitaire 01 to triple tiered Solitaire 03. Each variation creates a stunning focal point for...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and yellow opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23” H x 21” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5“ H x 3.875” Diame...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Kai Finnmark / Kai Ruokonen Chandelier in Brass by LYNX
By Kai Ruokonen
Located in Espoo, FI
Kai Finnmark / Kai Ruokonen Chandelier in Brass by LYNX
Kai Ruokonen is a Finnish designer who also worked under the artist name ‘Kai Finnmark’. This Chandelier is a big size pend...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered metal and opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.75” H x 8.875” Diameter
Dimensions of Cano...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
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.