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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Big Multicolor Barovier & Toso Midcentury Murano Flowers Flush Mount Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 3 lights. Will be newly rewired free of charge with certified UL US sockets for the USA and appropriate sockets for all other countries and ready to hang. Wonderful colorful ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Antique Italian Carved Alabaster Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920 Italian carved alabaster ligth with 3 edison lights. Measurements: Diameter: 20" Drop: 22.5" (adjustable)
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1920s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster

2025 Huge Brass Concave Convex Uplighter Pendant
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Concave and convex Brass pendant Uplighter with 5 lights . Disc are hand spun with prime quality brass . Solid sturdy hardware and construction . Diameter 30” Height: 25" inche...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Double ceiling light by Massimo Vignelli - Venini Murano
Located in Uccle, BE
Double ceiling light by Massimo Vignelli, Venini, Murano, Italy (founded in 1921). Cigar-shaped in white glass decorated with multi-colored bands. Referenced in the Venini archives u...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Eight-Armed Royal French Empire Bronze Chandelier in Gold and Forest Green
Located in Hannover, DE
This impressive unique and high quality chandelier invites you to antique lovers. The graeat chandelier hung for a long time in a beautiful little castle in Germany which makes its h...
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1950s French Empire Revival Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Brass

Josef Hoffmann Koloman Moser Wiener Werkstaette Pende, re Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Frequently used by Josef Hoffmann and Koloman Moser in their early works for the Wiener Werkstätte Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Vintage Green Murano Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Italian blown glass tree shaped chandelier with 12 lights. Measurements: Height of body: 50" Diameter: 39.5"
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1960s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

1 of 2 Bent Karlby Kvadrille wall table lamp for Lyfa, Denmark 1960s
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

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Metal

Classic Chandelier 5 Arms Clear and Blue Murano Glass with Rings Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Classic chandelier 5 arms clear and blue Murano glass with rings by Multiforme. The classic Murano glass chandelier, as it is in the collective imagination. As many other chandeliers in our collections, V-Classic 800 is designed with attention to details, and with the passion that makes us standing out. Each product (from the monumental chandeliers to the smallest pieces) is unique. The V-Classic collection is a combination of elements, structures and shapes which are those typical of the venetian and Murano tradition. The structure is embellished by flowers, leaves, crests and “morrise” (a wavy decoration); the whole structure is something majestic, characterized by refined transparencies and delicate colours. The perfect solution to decorate elegant and valued spaces. The lighting collections by Multiforme are being gradually enriched with new ideas and products. Each collection includes a wide range of products: chandeliers, ceiling lamps, floor lamps, flambeau lamps...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Very nice large 12-armed Mid Century Modern Brass Sputnik ceiling lamp
Located in München, DE
Beautiful large mid-century modern brass sputnik ceiling lamp with 12 arms in very good, unrestored original condition. Made in Germany. Beautiful minimalist design with downward-curved arms made of brass. With a beautiful light patina on the brass. Made in the 1950s. The Bakelite bags...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

German Pendant Light Hand Carved Wooden Figure Mountain Climber with Lantern
Located in Barntrup, DE
This adorable German figural pendant lamp from the circa 1950s features a hand-carved figure of a smiling mountain climber. The detailed carved linden wood mountaineer is holding ont...
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1950s German Black Forest Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker and Wood Pendant Lamp, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker and Wood Pendant Lamp, 1960s Italy The lamp can be adjusted up to 65cm height. Executed in rattan and wood, the pendant lamp comes with 1 x ...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wicker, Wood

Venetian Chandelier 5 Arms Dark Green Murano Glass Simplicissimus by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Classic chandelier, 5 arms olive green Murano glass Simplicissimus by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a research...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

A lighting pendant attributed to Gunnar Eklöf.
Located in Long Island City, NY
A lighting pendant attributed to Gunnar Eklöf. Probably original Lacquered finish on metal with glass cup. Swedish modern, 1940s. Existing wires, rewiring available upon request.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

"Pospende" Handmade Fabric-Passementerie and Hand Blown Opaline Glass Pendant
Located in Vienna, AT
Handmade fabric-passementerie and hand blown Opaline glasses. The canopy has a diameter of 9cm and can be made larger or comes with a flat disc to cover the J-box Most components acc...
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2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Stunning Floral Glass and Brass Sputnik Chandeliers, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning floral glass and brass Sputnik chandeliers, Germany, 1960s. Manufacturer: VEB Lighting Style: Mid-Century Modern Dimensions: Height 29.5" (75 cm), Width 15.7" (40 cm). The ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1482 8 Lights White Suspension Lamp
Located in Milan, IT
A delicate and classy suspension lamp in white painted metal and inserts in gold leaf. The frame is further enhanced with precious as four crystal spheres, two-tone flowers, and crys...
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal, Gold Leaf

Large Antique Alabaster Chandelier / Pendant w. Great Hand Carved Roses & Leafs
Located in Lisse, NL
Awesome Arts & Crafts, 3-light alabaster chandelier with awesome carvings. Thanks to its large size, its superbly handcarved rose and flower patterns AND its superb condition this m...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Brass, Bronze, Wire

Petrol blue Murano glass chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern petrol blue and clear-gold Murano glass chandelier Venini style, Italy 1980s two chandeliers available - a pair. Sold and priced individually. The neoclassical sty...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Italian Mid-Century Style Brass Chandelier in the Manner of Bruno Gatta
Located in Bochum, NRW
An elegant and refined Italian brass chandelier in midcentury style, with 8 round brass frame shades with sandblasted glass in the bottom and E14 bulbs. Slightly customization in hei...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Vintage, Mid Century Modern Handcrafted Brass Round 8 Layers Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare design, three light pendants with layered brass shades. If you are looking for a striking and extraordinary light fixture to grace your midcentury living or work space then these, European works of lighting art could be ideal for you. Mind you, we have a set of four, but we have decided to offer them as singles as well. * NOTE, three have already been sold, and this is the very last one available. This very stylishly handcrafted fixture dates back to the 1960s and its design is truly remarkable. The shade itself is created from eight thick layers of brass and the design is very well balanced. Due to the different size of each layer, the light is able to radiate through in various directions, which creates a beautiful atmospheric effect. One that truly is a joy to look at. The design and the material used really make these lights works of art and pendant lights into one. These chandeliers are in good condition and the patina is simply wonderful. With these pendants having been rewired to the highest standard for safe and immediate usage in the USA, they are ready to be used and enjoyed in the land of the free...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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

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Brass

French Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, glass and white-lacquered metal pendant light likely designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 23” H x 9” W x 4.5” D Dimensions of Canopy: 3....
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1950s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Formation Linear Pendant LED Raw Brushed Aluminium Metal
Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria
‘Heavy Metal’ by B-TD. A new series of hand-brushed satin finishes highlighting the elemental beauty of raw metal. Formation linear pendant...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Marble, Aluminum

Matching Pair of Art Deco 2 Piece Holophane Pendents
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a unique pair of early Holophane pendents. Each fixture has 2 pieces of glass held together by 4 spring clips. The top glass is a simple 9 inch prismatic dome. The bottom has...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Classic Pink Murano Chandelier Tronchi
Located in Bromma, SE
Elegant, Bold Pink Murano Chandelier. Tubular Tronchi Formed Glass Prisms in Traditional Italian Mid-Century Style. The murano fixture is composed of 36 Glass Elements in the size of...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Vintage Alabaster Globe Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's Italian globe light fixture with 4 interior Edison lights. Measurements: Diameter: 25" Drop: 55" (adjustable)
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1950s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze

Eclectic Turquoise Murano Chandelier with 36 Tronchi Tubes
Located in Bromma, SE
Eclectic Bold Murano Chandelier in a minty tone. The murano fixture is composed of 36 Glass Elements in the size of 25 x7 cm (9.9" x 2.8"). New wiring. EU, UK and US wiring is comp...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Artistic rich Chandelier, 6 arms Crystal, Pink Murano Glass by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Galliano chandelier, 6-light, crystal, pink Murano glass by Multiforme. This artistic glass chandelier has 6-light, is handmade in crystal and pink glass with polychrome vitreous pas...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A wonderful high quality Louis XV gilt bronze and cut- crystal chandelier, France, 1840-1880s. This beautiful chandelier is made of gilt bronze suspended with big crystal prism in t...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Italian mid-century modern chandelier Pentaclinio Magistretti Artemide, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern chandelier Pentaclinio Magistretti Artemide, 1970s Ceiling lamp or chandelier model Pentaclinio with five opaline glass diffusers. Each cylindrical diffuse...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian vintage Murano chandelier in the manner of Mazzega - 52 glass petals
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 52 glass petals (transparent and white “lattimo”) in a chrome frame. Period: late XX century Dimensions: 55,10 inches (140 cm) height w...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Beautiful Vintage Italian Murano chandelier
Located in Budapest, HU
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The chandelier has 36 fantastic multicolored alabaster iridescent glasses in a nickel metal frame. Period: late XX century Dimensi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Etna Rattan XL Pendant Light, by DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Designed by Dunlin. Introducing the latest addition to the Etna family, The Etna XL. A stunning pendant light or statement piece for any Living Room, Entry way or Dining Space. Wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rattan

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

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Organic Material, Hardwood, Cypress, Acrylic, Wood, Bentwood

Pink Glass Pendant Lamp
Located in München, DE
Wonderful pink glass pendant lamp from the 1950s. The lamp is lovingly processed with special details such as the raised flowers. A very warm light is created. Condition: In good v...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Large Amber glass Sputnik chandelier, Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
Very large Mid-Century Modern Amber Murano globes Sputnik chandelier, Italy circa 1990s. The huge chandelier is made of brass mounts and 30 Murano glass globes, each nesting one ligh...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Brass P376 Pendant KF2 designed by Fabricius & Kastholm, 1970s for Nordisk Solar
Located in Antwerp, BE
This original Brass 'P376' pendant lamp was designed by design duo Jørgen Kastholm and Preben Fabricius for Nordisk Solar Co. When the pendant is lit, the narrow spaces between the...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Large three-Tier Murano PINK Glass Tube Chandelier - 52 glasses
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 52 large PINK glass tubes in a star shape. Period: late XX century Di...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Large Art Deco Milk Glass Skyscraper Form Pendant Light C1930 Rewired
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple yet elegant Art Deco pendant lamp light fixture in a skyscraper form out of milk glass with rounded edges. Rewired with the original porcelain socket in excellent condition. D...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Iron

Antique Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
An Italian circa 1920's carved alabaster light fixture interior lights. Measurements: Diameter: 20" Present Drop: 28"(adjustable)
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1920s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze

Mid-Century Modern White Wood 23" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
This limited-edition pendant light features white eco wood veneer, a premium, sustainable material made from reconstituted natural wood fiber. Its varied grain offers a natural look ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Other

Antique Faraday & Son Glazed Silver Plated Brass Porch Lantern Light Lamp C.1920
Located in London, GB
A beautifully formed brass porch/hall lantern made by Faraday & Son. c.1920 Of larger form, crafted from brass to the highest standard and still retaining the wonderful original oxi...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Impressive Shape Arts & Crafts White & Black Alabaster Pendant Light Flush Mount
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique 3-light chandelier with a good size and beautifully carved alabaster shade. Thanks to its size, its deep bowl shade, its classical design and beautifully spread black veins ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze, Brass

Joe Colombo 'Triedro' Metal Pendant Lamp in White for Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
Joe Colombo 'Triedro' Metal Pendant Lamp in White for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the Mid-century e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

“Veris” Sculptural Pendant Light in White Plaster – 30", Customisable
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
The ‘Veris’ pendant by Benediko Design is a sculptural lighting piece that embodies organic minimalism. With its clean, architectural silhouette and subtly textured surface, it serve...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1970s Midcentury Amber Op Art Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
1970s midcentury OP Art glass chandelier. The Brass fixture has various sized Amber colored glass Rondelays which are illuminated by four standard light sources.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Adjustable Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz
Located in München, DE
Very nice height-adjustable pendant lamp from the 1970s. The lighting effect of the lamp is extremely beautiful. The design creates a very elegant and pleasant light. The lamp create...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier, 41 Glass Rondini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 41 glass petals "rondini" (transparent crystal, smooth outside, with crystal powder an...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Artistic Floral Chandelier 5 Arms Pink Murano Glass Ikebana by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Ikebana design Romano Saccani Architetti Associati is a collection of “classic” inspiration made up of single pendants grouped in ever-changing scenographic settings. Drawing from the sumptuous and varied decorative sample of the classic chandelier of traditional Muranese arms, the arm of floral inspiration was chosen and identified as a representative element, blown and hand-washed by the skilled Venetian craftsmen. We have taken from a historic chandelier the single bend arm with apical cup to highlight it by suspending it vertically and thus elevating it to an emblem of the expressive virtuosity of the master glassmakers. Seen from this new point...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

French 1940’s gilded iron chandelier
Located in London, GB
A very elegant and well made gilded iron small chandelier in the style of Maison Jansen French c.1940’s. Rewired with gold coloured candles leaves.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

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Gold, Iron

Paavo Tynell Chandelier, 1930s
Located in Vienna, AT
Early Paavo Tynell model 1855/6 chandelier from the 1930s. Slender wood centerpiece with three cast brass dual-arm branches, each with a tall tapered blown glass diffuser. Nice origi...
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1930s Finnish Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Huge Italian Murano Six-Tier Felci Glass Chandelier, Amber Glasses
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Beautiful and huge Italian Murano chandelier composed of 52 splendid amber glasses that give a very elegant look. The glasses of this chandelier are real works of art, the weight of ...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Series01 Upright Electrolier, Smoke Patinated Brass, Mustard Leather Shades
Located in Ozone Park, NY
Solid machined brass, soft hand-dyed waxed leather shades, patinated copper tension wire with fabric cord. The opaque nature of leather creates an overall effect of directed ambient ...
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2010s American Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Dia Contemporary LED Chandelier, Config. 3, Solid Brass, Handmade/finished, Art
Located in Torslanda, SE
Dia is a sculptural chandelier inspired by the heterophony of natural sound. Each frame (or melody) is hand-rolled with all joints cleverly concealed within the circular light source...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lumina Dot Medium Pendant Light in Brass by Foster+Partners
Located in New York, NY
Suspended lamp for indirect lighting with a 40W LED source and diffused light optic system. Aluminum structure with steel matt-painted reflector. This item is also available in a sma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

White ECO Wood Veneer 20" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
This stunning White ECO wood veneer pendant light is the perfect way to add a touch of nature and elegance to your home. Handcrafted from the...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wood, Bentwood

Spanish Modernist Woven Rattan Bamboo Palm Pendant Lamp / Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant handcrafted bamboo and braided rattan / wicker flower shaped or palm pendant hanging lamp. Spain, 1960s. This beautiful suspension lamp features a large palm shaped bamboo la...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker

Vintage Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen Opaline Delta Pendent
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage Danish Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen Delta opaline glass bell shaped pendant chandelier. With new twisted black cloth wiring. ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Acrylic, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, acrylic and white fabric chandelier designed and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 15.25” H x  31.5” Diameter Dimen...
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1960s Swedish 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.

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