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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Louis Philippe
Nordiska Kompaniet, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and white fabric pendant light produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 44.75” H x 20” Diameter (measured as shown)
Dimen...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Finland, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, fabric, cord and wood chandelier, model 1855, designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito OY, Finland, c. 1930s.
With brand new fabric lampshades. Originally mounted wit...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Teak & Honey Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small Scandinavian hanging light composed of pressed honey glass in diamond pattern glass and a top in solid teak. Unknown Scandinavian make...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Teak
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered metal and off-white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.25” H x 18” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Hans Bergström, Chandelier, Brass, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, oak and white fabric chandelier designed by Hans Bergström and produced by Atelje Lyktan, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.75” H x 27.5” Diameter
Dimensio...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Model A1967 Pendant, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, Mid 20th-Century
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Large model A1967 pendant, designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, Mid 20th-century. Wooden slat shade with glare protection fabric. Brass counterweight. Good vintage con...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model A 2-7 in Brass & Opaline Glass, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A minimalist mid-century modern flushmount by Paavo Tynell in Opaline glass and brass details. A very simplistic design that adds a modernist statement to any interior. Perfect for h...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Sisal and Walnut Pendant Lamp from Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Manufacturer: Temde
Condit...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Walnut
Vintage Swedish Grace solid brass six-arm chandelier, 1930s Scandinavian Design
Located in Forserum, SE
A Swedish six-arm chandelier from the 1930s, masterfully crafted from solid brass and adorned with intricate leaf and floral motifs. Each arm cradles a candle-shaped E27 lamp holder,...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer Josef Frank Style Textile Dome Pendant, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian midcentury modern vintage pendant with cream white dome shaped textile shade over metal mount and three red wooden globes on top. In the organic modern style of Josef Fr...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Textile, Wood
ASEA mid century chandelier pendant lamp, brass & stripy textile, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Forserum, SE
A modernist chandelier produced by the renowned Swedish lighting manufacturer ASEA Belysning in the 1950s. It features a geometric design crafted from brass pipes arranged in a strik...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Large Chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rare 8 light chandelier custom commission by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland circa 1940th.
Brass with brass wires decor. Stamped OY TAITO AB.
Newly rewired with UL certification a...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, metal, wood and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.45” H x 3.69” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 5 soc...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Design Limited Edition Cypress Wood 27" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
This pendant light features a contemporary Mid-Century Modern design with Scandinavian influences, showcasing a minimalist silhouette crafted from cypress wood veneer. Each light is ...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bentwood, Organic Material, Wood, Acrylic, Cypress, Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Cypress Wood 19" Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
This pendant light features a contemporary Mid-Century Modern design with Scandinavian influences, showcasing a minimalist silhouette crafted from cypress wood veneer. Each light is...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Other
A pendant by Paavo Tynell for Taito OY Model 1092
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito OY, Finland, Model 1092 circa 1940th.
Pistachio colored glass with bleached wood slats shade .
Existing wires , rewiring available upon r...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Copper, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A copper, metal and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 25.5” H x 21” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3” H x 3.625” Dia...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Copper
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
Hans Bergström Pair of Brass and Wood 8-Arm Chandeliers, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of remarkable 8-arm chandeliers (model '10/8'), designed by Hans Bergström. Produced by Ateljé Lyktan in the 1940s. Made from brass, details in wood, the chandeliers feature new...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Scandinavian Resin Cocoon Lamp by Hans Bergström, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Metal and resin ceiling lamp by Hans Bergström, where the resin has been sprayed onto the frame. It has an organic quality and looks amazing when lit.
Hans Bergström was the owner a...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Copper Pendant Lamp Trava by Carl Thore for Granhaga
By Carl Thore, Granhaga
Located in Vienna, AT
This Scandinavian Modern black and copper coloured aluminium Trava pendant was designed by Carl Thore alias Sigurd Lindquist and Manufactured at Granhaga Metal Industri in Sweden du...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Scandinavian Modern Chandelier, Mauri Almari, Idman Oy, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Mauri Almari
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Scandinavian Modern chandelier, designed by Mauri Almari, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1950s. Brass frame with glass lampshades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
"Pair of "Fringe" Ceiling Lamps by Hans-Agne Jakobson, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of “Fringe” pendant lights by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, made from brass with drapes of textile chords suspended in layers from shades.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Burgundy
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Burgundy
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic 'PH 5' pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the 'PH 5' remains the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Sisal and Teak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very rare pendant light from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and the materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Particularly beauti...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Teak
Rare 1960s Paavo Tynell Starry Sky 9068 Lamp by Lightolier Ceiling Mount Large
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Ready to be hardwired, with normal US 110v voltage. Houses 4 incandescent bulbs.
This is a large 18x18 square “starry sky” ceiling lamp model #9068 by Paavo Tynell for Lightolier. ...
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1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Copper Pendant Ultra by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
The scandinavian Modern Copper Ultra Pendant lamp was designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup in the 1960s in Denmark and is a prominent example of Danish design from the mid-20...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Mid-Century Modern Limited-Edition Cypress 19" Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
This pendant light features a contemporary Mid-Century Modern design with Scandinavian influences, showcasing a minimalist silhouette made from cypress wood veneer. Each piece is a u...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Other
Scandinavian Modern Carl Thore Trava Pendant Lamp for Granhaga, Sweden
By Carl Thore
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Brushed aluminium trava pendant designed by Carl Thore alias Sigurd Lindquist. Manufactured at Granhaga Metal Industri in Sweden during the late 1960s. I...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Pendant model “T-792” by Hans Agne Jakobsson
Located in ALHAURÍN EL GRANDE, ES
Pendant model “T-792”
Manufactured by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB
Markaryd, Sweden, 1960’s
Brass
Measurements
35 cm ø × 20 H cm
Provenance
Private collection, Stockholm
Details
Manufac...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
ITSU, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white opaline glass chandelier produced by ITSU, Finland, 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.875” H x 14” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3” H x 3.75” diameter...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 2 Bent Karlby Kvadrille wall table lamp for Lyfa, Denmark 1960s
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Krefeld, DE
Nice one of two Kvadrille wall table lamp by Lyfa. Painted metal and plastic frame. Design by Bent Karlby 1960's and produced by Lyfa, Made in Denmark. Very nice condition, the elect...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
XL Swedish Modern Brass and Glass Pendants
By ASEA
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pair of rare Swedish Modern pendants in brass and glass, manufactured in Sweden during the 1940s. The globes are crafted using an advanced three-layer glass technique, ensuring optim...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Pale Pewter
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Pale Pewter
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic 'PH 5' pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the 'PH 5' remains ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
1930s Böhlmarks Swedish Ceiling Light in Satin Glass
By Bohlmarks
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Böhlmarks, ceiling light, satin glass, opal glass, Sweden, 1930s
This ceiling lamp, produced by the Swedish lighting manufacturer Böhlmarks in the 1930s, is a striking example of in...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 35.25” H x 18” Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-14 Bulb
Number of Sockets: 6
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Pendant, Itsu, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Scandinavian Modern pendant, manufactured by Itsu, 1950s. Brass frame, opaline glass shades, plastic flower details. Marked. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Chandelier by Böhlmarks in Brass, 1940s
Located in Karlstad, SE
A Swedish Modern chandelier by Böhlmarks, crafted in brass during the 1940s. This elegant six-arm fixture features gracefully curved arms that support pleated silk shades, which are ...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Verdigris Patinated 'Tratten' Pendant
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Verdigris Patinated 'Tratten' Pendant.
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design from Jakobsson, Executed in r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Brass Pendant model “T549/6 Carolin", Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large, six-armed Scandinavian Modern pendant lamp, Model “T549/6”, designed by Hans Agne Jakobsson and produced by AB Markaryd in the 1960s. Frame in brass and the shade in the origi...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, dark-stained oak and beige fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.5” H x 20” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.75” H...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A ceiling lights by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
A ceiling lights designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman. Variation of Model 9060. Finland, circa 1950th.
Polished brass with 4 Edison type sockets. H 17″ x Diam . 20″.
Existing wires, re...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian "Anna" Pendant Lamp Brass Ring and Canopy Atelje Lyktan Sweden 1970
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 beige canvas and...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Brass and Honey Glass Ceiling Lamp by Vitrika, 1960s
By Vitrika
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Pendant light designed and manufactured by Danish design trio Vitrika during the 1960s. The name Vitrika, or Vi-Tri-Ka means 'The three of us can do it'. The lamp features a geometri...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Cut Glass
Red Michael Bang P&T Pendant Lamp by Holmegaard, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Krefeld, DE
P&T pendant lamp designed by Michael Bang for Holmegaard in the 1970s. This Danish lamp is made of opaline glass and is dark aubergine on the outside and white on the inside. The lam...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Large Vilhelm Lauritzen VL45 'Radiohus' Pendant in Amber Glass for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Vilhelm Lauritzen VL45 'Radiohus' pendant in amber glass for Louis Poulsen.
Originally designed in the 1930s by Vilhelm Lauritzen for the construction of the Radiohuset buildi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and frosted glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 16” H x 19.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.75” H x 5.4” Diameter...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Konsthantverk Glob Brass D30 Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Glob designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
Incredibly beautiful in all its simplicity. Available in several different varieties and sizes. Ra...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Konsthantverk Stoby Oxide D30 Opal Glass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Stoby designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
A true Art Nouveau classic in white matte opal glass and oxidized brass.
Comes in a number of diff...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
'Pan 300' Pendant Lamp Bronze by Bent Karlby for Lyfa
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Paris, IDF
Pendant lamp PAN / 300 by Lyfa
Pendant lamp Pan signed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa
Aluminum, finish: Bronze
D.300mm H.480mm
Steel wire (black textile) 6m
Bulb: E27 max 60W (120-230V)
PAN is a visually striking piece designed by Bent Karlby in 1970, combining light and art. Crafted from 12 polished aluminium pipes, the iconic pendant elegantly illuminates its glossy exteriors and provides comfortable downlight and subtle ambient lighting through its open top.
The PAN series exemplifies Karlby's talent for creating timeless designs. Originally influenced by the Pop Art trend of the 1970s, early PAN lamps...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Verner Panton Pantop Pendant in Grey Sand
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton Pantop Ø23 pendant. Designed in 1980, current production.
The elegant Pantop line was designed by Verner Panton in 1980, and has for a long time been a staple of the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Erik Höglund for Boda Smide, Iron & Glass Chandelier, Sweden, Circa 1965
By Erik Höglund
Located in London, GB
A striking mid-century chandelier designed by renowned Swedish artist Erik Höglund for Boda Smide, circa 1965. Crafted from black-lacquered iron, this sculptural piece features six a...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Modern Saturnus Opaline Pendant, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-Century Modern chrome pendants with satin-finished opal glass. These opal glass "Saturn" shaped spheres have a soft light partition.
6 pieces available. Dimension shade 45 cm- 4...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
Large Danish Flying Saucer Pendant Lamp in Stiped Plastic by LB Lyskær, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A large (52 cm in diameter) flying saucer hanging light in striped white and clear acrylic. It has a beautiful weightless appearance due to its organic lines and delicate color compo...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.5” H x 25” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.75“ H x 4” Diameter
Ste...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Jette Hellerøe Ceramic Pendant with Amber Color Glass by Axella Denmark 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Jette Hellerøe ceramic pendant by Axella from the 1970s.
The ceramic pendant is decorated with glaze in shades of brown and greenish blue and have inserts of amber colored gl...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian mid-century brass pendant lamp by Eje Ahlgren for Bergboms, Sweden
By Bergboms, Eje Ahlgren
Located in Forserum, SE
A minimalist pendant lamp designed by Eje Ahlgren for the Swedish lighting manufacturer Bergboms in the 1960s. Constructed from a cone shaped brass shade, a brass canopy up by the ce...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bo Notini, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Bo Notini
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed by Bo Notini and produced by Glössner, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21” H x 22” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.7...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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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.