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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Organic Modern
Spiral VL-6 Chandelier by Gallery L7
By Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning oval-shaped six-arm, twelve-light chandelier, model VL-6, designed by Gallery L7, handcrafted and finished in Los Angeles from American brass, measures 42 x 24 inch, standar...
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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Nickel Plated Steel by Poul Henningsen, 1920's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Nickel Plated Steel by Poul Henningsen, 1920's
Additional Information:
Material: Copper, nickel plated steel
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare ceiling...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Steel
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Walnut, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, walnut and opaline chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.25” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 3 sockets.The...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
XL Floral Amber Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by La Murrina, 1970s Italy
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Large (24.5 inch diameter) 1970s Italian Mid-Century Organic Modern floral pendant light by La Murrina from Murano.
Formed from one large thick sheet of hand made blow transparent glass, with a gorgeous amber tint. The sheet of glass swoops and undulates into an beautiful bell flower shape.
The tinted transparent glass is framed by a continuous bead of white glass contouring the outer edge of the.
The lamp has matching amber colored metal fittings, including canopy and a wire pendant cable that can be adjusted to the desired hanging depth from the ceiling.
Photographed with an oversize novelty...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Lamp Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Wood 5 Light Globe Chandelier
Located in Charleston, SC
A gorgeous teak and brass 5 light chandelier with a brass canopy in a Danish style. The smoked glass globes sit inside of the top of each bulb. This piece is in its original cond...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hans Bergström Five Arm Chandelier in Brass and Elm, Ateljé Lyktan, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare five arm chandelier was designed by Hans Bergström and produced by his company Ateljé Lyktan in the late 1940s. This particular model was numbered '10/5'.
The chandelier f...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
XL 1970s Tulip Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by La Murrina
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Large 1970s Italian Mid-Century Organic Modern floral pendant light by La Murrina from Murano.
Formed from one large thick sheet of hand blow clear glass, swooping into an elegant floral shape.
The clear glass is peppered with shards of ruby red glass in contouring rivulets emanating from the central apex, which is also where the bulb is placed.
The lamp has a chrome fittings and a wire pendant cable that can be adjusted to the desired hanging depth from the ceiling.
Photographed with an oversize novelty light...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Unit (pendant-M) by Ango, Hand-crafted Mulberry Tree Bark Pendant Light for 2
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unit (pendant-M), a stylish modern handcrafted pendant light uniquely created by Ango, is a fairy tale rococo composition with a diffuser composed of strands of mulberry tree bark, t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stainless Steel
Brass Structured Glass Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with heavy pressed glass elements fitted with 6 E27 sockets. Manufactured in Sweden by Orrefors and designed in the 1960s by Carl Orrefors. Perfect original condition.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Perla Pendant - Earth
Located in London, GB
Perla takes inspiration from the oyster, with the distinctive, organic form of the decorative hand spun glass shade representing the shell, with the central light source acting as the pearl. The result is a soft and graceful luminaire that adds a flowing natural beauty to any luxury interior.
Handcrafted in the UK by trusted and experienced artisans, the delicate glass shade is available in three vibrant tones that offer a distinctive and refined character. As each shade is hand-finished, each piece is unique and shows subtle variations in shape, depth and tone.
The Perla Pendant...
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel
Early Yellow 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 yellow opaline glass shades by Poul Henningsen produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark, 1930s...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.25” H x 4” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 2 sockets.There is no ...
Category
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 2 sockets.There is no ...
Category
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Metal, Fabric, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal, frosted glass, white fabric and grey fabric string chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.75” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes st...
Category
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass teak and glass chandelier light designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.5” H x 3.75” Diameter
Socke...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Commissioned Ceiling Lamp, Taito Oy 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
This early Tynell ceiling lamp is quite an exquisite example of how luxurious and elegant Taito lamps were, most likely from the 1930s before Tynell became a household name through h...
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
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....
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Gunilla Jung & Lisa Johansson-Pape Glass and Wood Pendant, Orno Oy, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Finnish opaline glass and wood slat shade -pendant, designed by Gunilla Jung & Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1940s. Chromed metal frame. Jung has designed the glass p...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Ceiling Lamp in Copper-Plated Brass and Frosted Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Copper-Plated Brass and Frosted Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930's
Additional Information:
Material: Copper-plated brass, frosted glass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavia...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Orrefors Chandelier model 'Festival' by Gert Nyström, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
New wiring. Very good condition. Designed by Gert Nyström.
Produced in Sweden by Fagerhults, the glass is produced by Orrefors.
Measures: Height 62 cm (adjustable after your preferen...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Danish Modern Stoneware Pendant Lamp by Still Keramik, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Charming and unique stoneware pendant lamp by Danish studio "Stiil Keramik" in the 1960s. Hand turned and decorated with thick glossy glazing. Original iron chain and stoneware canop...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
Swedish Art Deco ceiling lamp with opaline glass shade 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning Swedish Art Deco ceilinglamp from the 1930s - with white opaline glass shade sectioned in three different size levels. The lamp is held up by a solid brass cup and pole all ...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-14 bulbs. 5 sockets.There is no maxi...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Perla Pendant - Ocean
Located in London, GB
Perla takes inspiration from the oyster, with the distinctive, organic form of the decorative hand spun glass shade representing the shell, with the central light source acting as the pearl. The result is a soft and graceful luminaire that adds a flowing natural beauty to any luxury interior.
Handcrafted in the UK by trusted and experienced artisans, the delicate glass shade is available in three vibrant tones that offer a distinctive and refined character. As each shade is hand-finished, each piece is unique and shows subtle variations in shape, depth and tone.
The Perla Pendant...
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass teak and glass chandelier light designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.5” H x 3.75” Diameter
Sock...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Cascadence Ceiling (set), Handcrafted Silk Cocoon Pendant Light for two pieces
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cascadence Ceiling Light by Ango is uniquely created and handcrafted by Ango using individual hand-selected silk cocoons. The design continues Angos’ narrative of fusing nature and t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Organic Material
Vintage Braided Bamboo Pendant with Handle, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian organic modern braided bamboo pendant with round decorative handle making it possible to wire it with an elastic suspension cord and use the handle to pull it up and dow...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceiling Pendant Verona 485 by Sven Middelboe, 1990s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Scandinavian Modern ceiling pendant Verona 485 by Sven Middelboe, 1990s.
Large pendant in white aluminium with seven circular shades, each shade is angled so the light is ref...
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1960s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3” H x 3.25” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 5 sockets.There is no ma...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Set of 4 Luxus ceiling lamps by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Uno & Östen Kristiansson ceiling lights produced by Luxus. Solid pine, brass and acrylic shades.
Please note: listed price is for a single lamp.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Pine, Acrylic
Finnish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Acrylic, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, acrylic and gilded beige opaline glass designed and produced in Finland, 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.25” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 3 ...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Sabina Grubbeson Small Kavaljer White Ceiling Lamp by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Kavaljer designed by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s t...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A Red Ceiling Pendant Model K2-47 by Maria Lindeman, 1960s
By Maria Lindeman, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A cheerful and colourful ceiling pendant by Maria Lindeman for Idman. Already designed in the late 1950s and featured in the 1961 Idman catalogue, this lamp combines a frosted glass ...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell Manufactured by Taito Oy, Finland c. 1950
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Berlin, DE
Ceiling light designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, Finland, c. 1950
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant by Alvar Aalto for Valaistostyo
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed by Alvar Aalto to Valaistostyo Ky, Finland. Model A-203, Circa 1950th.
Lacquered metal with brass elements. Stamped by manufacturer.
Existing wires, rewiring avai...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Beautiful Mid-20th Century Brass Pendant by Itsu, Finland
By Itsu
Located in Espoo, FI
This beautiful ceiling pendant was designed during the 1950s in Finland. Itsu, short for Itä-Suomen Sähkö (eng. Eastern Finland Electricity), was a small, lesser known manufactory th...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Orbit-60 Chandelier by Gallery L7
By Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning large-scale three-arm chandelier by Gallery L7, handcrafted and finished in Los Angeles from American brass with aged brass finish and three matte opaline glass globes, meas...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Perla Chandelier - Earth
Located in London, GB
Perla takes inspiration from the oyster, with the distinctive, organic form of the decorative hand spun glass shade representing the shell, with the central light source acting as th...
Category
2010s European Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Birch, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, stained birch and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.5” H x 4” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-14 bulbs. 5 ...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Set of 8 Luxus ceiling lights by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Uno & Östen Kristiansson chandeliers produced by Luxus. Solid pine, brass and acrylic shades.
Height is adjustable after your preferences.
Please note: Listed price is for one (1) l...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Pine, Acrylic
"Watiya Juta" - Chandelier, Sculptural, Contemporary, Leaf-like - Ebonized
Located in Hoboken, NJ
“Watiya Juta” is the name of the Australian species of Acacia tree. Aboriginal peoples use this motif, the inspiration for this chandelier, for millennia. It has deep spiritual meani...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Sapele Wood
Set of 3 Swedish Glass Ceiling Lamps, 1940s
By Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
Acid etched decorations, nickel-plated fittings
Produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Listed price is for one (1) lamp, set of 3 available.
Total height: 92 cm
Diameter: 35 cm
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Huge Lyfa Embassy Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Bowl form brass frame fitted with eight E27 sockets and heavy crystal glasses made by Orrefors in the early 1960s for Lyfa.
The total height will be customized. Second one with addit...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Perla Pendant - Violet
Located in London, GB
Perla takes inspiration from the oyster, with the distinctive, organic form of the decorative hand spun glass shade representing the shell, with the central light source acting as the pearl. The result is a soft and graceful luminaire that adds a flowing natural beauty to any luxury interior.
Handcrafted in the UK by trusted and experienced artisans, the delicate glass shade is available in three vibrant tones that offer a distinctive and refined character. As each shade is hand-finished, each piece is unique and shows subtle variations in shape, depth and tone.
The Perla Pendant...
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel
Perla Chandelier - Ocean
Located in London, GB
Perla takes inspiration from the oyster, with the distinctive, organic form of the decorative hand spun glass shade representing the shell, with the central light source acting as th...
Category
2010s European Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Stainless Steel, Brass
Pair of Danish Copper Pendant Lamps
Located in London, GB
Two copper pendants shaped like a knot from thin sheet of copper gives a warm shine of light by the reflection of the copper.
Ideal for low ceiling rooms with adjustable height.
T...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Rare Pendant, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Rare pendant, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1950s. Painted metal, brass and milk glass. Rare hole design on the milk glass. Good vintage condition, minor ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, beige fabric string and etched glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 3.75”Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1970 Brass Eight Arms Chandelier With Clear Art Glass Vases By Markaryd Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful eight arm chandelier in brass designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd AB in Sweden in the 1970s. The eight brass arms supports art glass vases each 15cm / 5,91 Inches ...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, stained wood and glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.5” H x 4” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-14 bulbs. 5 socket...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Radius pendant by Erik Balslev for Fog&Morup, Denmark
Located in Vorst, BE
Radius pendant light in white, a great classic in Scandinavian lighting.
Design by Eric Balslev in 1977 for Fog&Morup, Denmark.
Vintage edition from the 1970s-1980s. Diameter 48...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Lamp Model T601/M, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Orange fringes and patinated brass.
Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, 1970s.
Height is adjustable.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Oak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, oak and glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.75” H x 3.25” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-14 bulbs. 5 sockets.There i...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Grace Light Fixture by Lars Holmström
Located in Karlstad, SE
Custom made ceiling light fixture by Lars Holmström, Arvika, Sweden.
This majestic lamp features two light sources and is made of brass and glass.
Lars Holmström is known as being on...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Chandelier in Paavo Tynell Style, 1960s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Chandelier in Paavo Tynell style, 1960s. Brass frame with milk glass shades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Beautiful chandelier with Scandinavian ...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Finland, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in High Point, NC
A five-armed brass and rattan chandelier, model 1356, designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito Oy, Finland, 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.3” H x 3.98” Diameter
Socke...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury "PH5" Pendant by Poul Henningsen, Danish Design, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pendant in painted metal, designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark. Great original condition.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
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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