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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Period: 2010s
Period: Mid-20th Century
SERENE Scandinavian Modern White Wood 19" Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic, Wood, Bentwood
Mid-Century Modern Suspension by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena, 1950
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Suspension by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena, 1950
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
SERENE Scandinavian Modern White Wood 24" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic, Wood, Bentwood, Organic Material
Very Fine Gilt Bronze and Crystal Plafonnier, France, circa 1930
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine gilt bronze and crystal Plafonnier, France, circa 1930. 3 lights
Dimensions: Height 10 1/2", diameter 11
CW4384.
Category
1930s Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Scissor Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Steel and enamel scissor pendant
adjustable length
black enamel, white text and interior
E27 / E26
spotlight size: diam. 35 cm
90° angle adjus...
Category
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Enamel, Steel
1 of 3 Stunning Murano Glass Tubes Chandelier by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic two-tier midcentury flush mount by Doria, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Two rings of Murano glass cylinders suspended from a fixture.
Heavy quality and in very g...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
SERENE Modern White Eco Wood 27" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Organic Material, Acrylic, Laminate, Wood, Hardwood, Bentwood
Vintage Italian 1970s Ruby Gold and Colorless Murano Glass Nine-Light Chandelier
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An Italian vintage ruby, gold and colorless nine-light Murano chandelier from the second half of the 20th century. This graceful handcrafted Italian Murano chandelier is composed of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Flush Mount Light 2 - Vrksa Series by Raka Studio in Ash Wood
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Flush Mount Light 2 sits closely on the ceiling, it has been made using solid ash wood by bending the wood. Three cocoon-like wooden structures bear the light bulbs, dispelling l...
Category
2010s Pakistani Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ash, Bentwood
Mid-Century Modern Esperia Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
By Esperia
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Esperia Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
SERENE Scandinavian Design Limited Edition Cypress Wood 27" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Organic Material, Hardwood, Cypress, Acrylic, Wood, Bentwood
Large Pair of Solid Brass and Glass Pendants, France, circa 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Very large and chic pair of rectangular, solid brass ceiling lights of superb quality. The fixtures are fitted with opaque glass bottoms, and can be used as either pendants or flush ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
SERENE Scandinavian Modern White Wood 32" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant design is the perfect way to add a touch of nature and elegance to your home or office.
The Serene pendant light is made from white eco wood veneer, a premium reconstituted white wood veneer created from natural wood fiber. This is a sustainable material with a varied wood grain and a natural wood look and feel. We enhance the natural beauty of the wood by sanding and oiling the veneer to bring out the warm tones and rich grain. Each Serene pendant light is a unique wood art piece, with its own unique variations in the wood grain.
Inspired by Danish modern design, the Serene pendant light's minimalist silhouette and warm wood tones create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The unique shape of the light is both eye-catching and functional, providing ample illumination while also adding a touch of sophistication to any space.
The Serene pendant light is the perfect choice for any home or office looking for a stylish, sustainable lighting solution. With its minimalist design, warm wood tones, unique shape, and high-quality materials, this pendant light is sure to be a conversation starter for years to come.
Includes:
• 10’ cord and canopy with ceiling mount kit with 4 dimmable LED fixture...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Other
Cosmic 'Verdigris Pendant 70' Handmade Patinated Brass Ceiling Light, Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Two finely hand-spun brass plates make up this pendant light, finished in a verdigris patina to create this unique appearance. The light is projected into the shade and reflects out,...
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lilly Contemporary Sculptural LED Chandelier, Solid Brass and crystal. Large
Located in Torslanda, SE
Lilly is a contemporary chandelier that challenges the differentiation of room and object. Formed from solid brass milled petals, each LED light source contains a single crystal hemisphere, absorbing and reflecting its environment to make it a part of the piece.
Our large sized chandelier...
Category
2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Stilnovo Lucite Bronze Pendant Lamps (5 pieces), Italy Mid-century
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare set of 5 Stilnovo lights, newly rewired, Italy circa 1960, priced and sold per lamp/item.
Nice set of 5 solide Perspex shades with bronzed brass fittings. The bulbs are deepl...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 4 Murano Ice Glass Pendants by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Murano glass pendants by Kalmar, 1960s
5 structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light very heavy quality.
Heavy quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well...
Category
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Brass Counterbalance Chandelier by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The counterbalance chandelier features a brass rod that is delicately balanced with a brass finial on one end and a large bulb on the other. ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rewire Custom Six-Shade Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Six-shade chandelier. Custom Fabrication by rewire gallery. Painted aluminum, with brass pivoting shades, French black twist silk cord. Rewired for US junction boxes. We recommend s...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Bonnie Contemporary LED Pendant @ 65cm/26". Solid Brass, 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 st...
Category
2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1970s Industrial Cast Aluminium, Glass and Brass Flameproof Strip Light & Shade
Located in Antwerp, BE
Korean flameproof strip light made by Daeyang circa 1978 with a polished finish.
Originally these would have illuminated hazardous areas on super tankers, cargo ships and military...
Category
Mid-20th Century Korean Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Circus Pendant Light By Corinna Warm For Warm Medium Black/Bronze In Stock
By WARM, Corinna Warm
Located in Santa Monica, CA
The Circus Collection features a family of three pendant lights taking its cue from the shape of a Victorian circus tent. The spun aluminum lamps are available in black or white with a luxurious bronze interior gently reflecting the light.
The lamps work well individually or look lovely in clusters of different sizes and colors. Custom colors are available on request.
Its Classic design allows for great versatility, suiting a wide variety of spaces, from private residences, retail, restaurants, hotels to workplaces. The design is created to compliment an interior rather than to create a bold statement within a space, resulting in its timeless and universal appeal.
The original designer pendants by Corinna Warm for Warm are manufactured and distributed exclusively by Studio Warm...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Circus Pendant Light Design By Corinna Warm For Warm Small Black/Bronze In Stock
By WARM, Corinna Warm
Located in Santa Monica, CA
The Circus Collection features a family of three pendant lights taking its cue from the shape of a Victorian circus tent. The spun aluminum lamps are available in black or white with a bronze interior gently reflecting the light.
The lamps work well individually or look lovely in clusters of different sizes and colors. Custom colors are available on request.
Its Classic design allows for great versatility, suiting a wide variety of spaces, from private residences, retail, restaurants, hotels to workplaces. The design is created to compliment an interior rather than to create a bold statement within a space, resulting in its timeless and universal appeal.
The original designer pendants by Corinna Warm are manufactured and distributed exclusively by Studio Warm...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Circus Pendant Light Design By Corinna Warm For Warm Large White/Bronze In Stock
By WARM, Corinna Warm
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Our bestselling Circus Pendant Light Collection features a family of three pendant lights taking its cue from the shape of a Victorian circus tent. The ...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
SERENE Mid-Century Modern White Wood 27" chandelier pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Laminate, Bentwood, Lacquer, Organic Material, Acrylic, Wood, Hardwood
Flush Mount Light 1 - Vrksa Series by Raka Studio - Ceiling Light in Ash Wood
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Flush Mount Light 1 sits closely on the ceiling, it has been made using solid ashwood by bending the wood. Two cocoon-like wooden structures bear the light bulbs, dispelling ligh...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ash, Bentwood
Maru 6" Globe Pendant - Medium Bead Stack shown with Rust Globe, Brass Hardware
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A collection of playful and versatile pendants that consider lighting as the "jewelry" of space.
Stacked beads in copper, brass, satin nickel, antique brass, blackened oak, maple, a...
Category
2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Nickel, Brass
Large Brass Lotus Fixture by Feldman Lighting Company in the Style of Parzinger
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A show stopper and epitome of glam. Large Parzinger style brass lotus pedant fixture by Feldman Lighting Company. The largest of the Feldman Lotus Fixtures...
Category
1960s Hong Kong Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Ceiling Light with Brass Frame and White Frosted Glass Globe, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Midcentury hotel ceiling or floor lights with brass frame and large hand blown white frosted glass globes. The lights are beautifully thanks to the hand blown glass. The pleasant lig...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Reflector Linear LED Anodized Aluminum Pendant Light, Black / White Shade
Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria
The Reflector linear pendant is a luxury LED linear pendant, ideal for indoor lighting in dining and living rooms, study rooms, hallways, and other do...
Category
2010s Oceanic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Reflector LED Pendant Light, Anodized Aluminum, Black, White Shade
Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria
The Reflector pendant is a sophisticated soft lighting option suited for dining tables, workspaces, hallways and other indoor environments that require a diffused and warm lighting e...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Large Set Midcentury Lights with Brass Frame & Large Handblown Glass Globe 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set hotel ceiling/wall lights with brass frame and large hand blown glass. The lights are beautifully thanks to the hand blown glass. These lights were originally founded at la...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
"Il Pezzo 3 Long Chandelier" - length 103cm/40.5” - polished brass - crystal
Located in Firenze, IT
Inspired by Arabic calligraphic art and the icon of the classical candelabrum is Il Pezzo 3, a collection of lamps with a hand-forged brass structure and elegant “candles” crafted fr...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Gold
Set of Three 1960s Layered Murano Glass Ceiling Lights
Located in Brussel, BE
A set of three beautifully shaped Murano glass ceiling lights. Three different colours; green, orange and red, circa 1960s. The dimensions ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
White Opaline Glass Round Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
German Opaline glass industrial Bauhaus pendant.
Weight 1.0 kg / 2.2 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by intern...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass
Original Bauhaus Pendants, Three Diameteres of Balls, Up to 16 Pieces!!!
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s, Czechoslovakia
- very good original condition
- opaline glass
- the rod can be shortened
- no replica or later production
- diameteres of glass: 25,30,35cm
- height of...
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
21st Century Chandelier, 6 arms Light Blue Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Simplicissimus 360 chandelier, 6 lights, in light blue artistic glass by Multiforme
This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a resea...
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Palm Pendant Long
Located in Fremont Center, NY
Drawing inspiration from the beach modernism of the Fire Island Pines, the Palm series combines hand rolled, kiln slumped glass and precision machined steel or brass elements. The su...
Category
2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel
Rainbow Leather Meander Chandelier
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Our Meander Chandelier in glorious ROYGBIV colors. Seven flexible leather wrapped arms allows for playful poses and creative customization.
As show...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Wooden STACKED Illuminated Hanging Bell-Shaped Sculpture, "Squat", Customizable
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The STACKED cylindrical bell-shaped Illuminated Sculpture shown here is made of salvaged Maple. All hanging illuminated sculptures are hand-built custom per your specifications. Larg...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Marble, Metal, Brass, Steel, Sheet Metal
Large Diameter Sasco Pendant in Solid Brass with Matte Milk Glass Globe
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Large 20" diameter Sasco solid brass pendant with 8" satin milk glass globe.
Our Brass finishes are: Brushed Brass, Aged Brass or Factory Brass which is an uneven weathered patina; a...
Category
2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Midcentury Sputnik Chandelier in the Style of Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Huge brass construction with 24 arms in different lengths and aluminum cones on the ends painted in different colors, 24 porcelain E14 sockets for max. 40W bulbs or LED bulbs.
In the...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Large set chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed glass globes, Cz 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed glass globes, Cz 1960
A mid-century chandeliers with a brass fixture and hand-blown glass globes was designed and produced i...
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Ceramic Anemone Lamp Cartoccio Texture White and Gold Inside
Located in Porcia, IT
Dramatic and elegant, this superb hanging lamp has a simple silhouette marked by a narrow base, elegantly tapering out into a conical shape culminating in a wide rim. Handmade of pap...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic
French Empire Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Chandelier by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
French Empire style gilt bronze and enamel chandelier by Gherardo Degli Albizzi has got twelve lights.
This chandelier is characterized by classical plate embellished with gilt bron...
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2010s Italian Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
'Monarch' Pendant Lamp in Oil-Rubbed Bronze and White Enamel, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Enamel color may be specified. Our extensive list of 50+ standard enamel colors are shown in the final images there is no additional lead time or cost for these colors. Metal finish and/or patina may be specified, but may impact lead time and cost slightly.
"Monarch" pendant light with shown in our hand-finished oil-rubbed bronze and our satin "Perfect White" creamy enamel fabricated in NYC by Blueprint Lighting, 2018. The wide brass band and dramatically scaled flared cone makes the Monarch a strong design statement. This design is strongly influenced by both French and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. We are also able to make wall sconces, articulated wall-mount reading lamps, small chandeliers as well as larger and multi-tier chandeliers with the "Monarch" cone!
Available to view at our NYC showroom in Chelsea!
Dimensions as shown: The cones are 9" height , 5" diameter of the upper cone, 9" diameter of the lower cone. Total overall height as shown is 30", but may be easily edited to fit your space at no additional cost.
This piece may use any E12 candelabra base bulb up to 60 watts (or use LED). Bulbs not included. Fabricated entirely of UL-listed components.
Handsome design scaled to work well in a breakfast nook, in a foyer, a forlorn corner, as a reading lamp, a bedside lamp or flanking a bathroom or powder room vanity. The perfect luxe addition to a master suite, nursery or glam room. Strong enough to stand alone, but especially impactful in groupings over a bar, in a library, over a pool table...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Copper, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel, Aluminum, Brass
'Monarch' 3-Arm Modern Pendant in Brass and Blue Enamel by Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Enamel color may be specified. Our extensive list of 36 standard enamel colors are shown in the final images-- there is no additional lead time or cost for these colors. Metal finish...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel
Beautiful Vintage Ceiling Lamp in the Style of Sarfatti Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s
Located in PEGO, ES
Italian Stilnovo lamp from the 1950s in the style of Sarfatti Stilnovo, it is made of 8 arms and lampshades, 16 bulb sockets with new electrical cabl...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
6" Benedict Pendant, Prussian Blue, Polished & Blackened Brass & Opal Glass
By Trella
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Benedict™ Pendant celebrates the defining detail of the Benedict™ Series. Two nested spun brass hemispheres cradle a hand blown glass globe. This...
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2010s American Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opal, Brass
Small Clear Happy Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass - Made to Order
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Small clear happy pendant light, hand blown glass by Siemon & Salazar, canopy included
Glass measures 4.5”T x 4.5”W
These works play w...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Five Pendants by Venini, Italy, circa 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Five pendants by Venini, Italy, circa 1960s with original glasses
Original condition
Price and sale per piece.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel, Brass
Large Enamel Factory, Industrial Pendant Lamp Parabolic Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
Czech industrial pendants with black enameled steel screen and parabolic glass and a wire mesh protection made in former Czechoslovakia in the 1950s.
Lamps are after a professional r...
Category
1950s Czech Industrial Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Enamel, Steel
Large Counterbalance Ceiling Fixture, White Enamel + Brass by Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted and made to order, the Counterbalance commands attention with its fluid architectural silhouette, built from a thoughtfully curated palette of on-trend colors and metal f...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Aluminum, Nickel
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall.
Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished brass patina, straight from the workshop. Also available in three standard finishes: Satin brass, Aged Brass, Antique Brass; and also painted or powder coated finishes. Glass globe comes in matte or gloss white. Overall drop height can be to your specifications.
This listing is for the 12" diameter, also available in a 20" diameter, please see our other Large Sasco...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
"Il Pezzo 12 Round Chandelier" - height 120cm/47.2" - bronze - crystal - LEDs
Located in Firenze, IT
Il Pezzo 12 is a female figure suspended in the air, carrying in her womb the light. It’s nimble, refined, addictive.
The solid clearest crystal, brilliantly illuminated by two LEDs,...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
4-foot Pendant Light in Black Walnut with Brass Fixtures by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
It’s believed that ancient Egyptians may have had the technology to harness electricity and create light thousands of years ago. This technology is referred to as the light of the Dendera Temple. This customizable pendant light...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
6-foot Pendant Light in Black Walnut with Brass Fixtures by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
It’s believed that ancient Egyptians may have had the technology to harness electricity and create light thousands of years ago. This technology is referred to as the light of the Dendera Temple. This customizable pendant light...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Pendant Light in Silver Metal, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Italian pendant light in silver metal, 1960s
Variable height.
Category
1960s European Mid-Century 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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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.
Meet the Husband-and-Wife Duo Handcrafting Larose Guyon’s Ethereal Lighting
The Canadian couple combines poetry and simplicity in their elegant designs.
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