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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
White Porcelain Vintage Industrial Opaline Milk Glass Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Industrial pendant.
White porcelain, opaline glass.
2 conductors, no ground.
Weight: 1.06 kg / 2.3 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by interna...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Milk Glass, Opaline Glass
Tarnished Bronze Handmade Swedish Sculptural Pendant at 39”/ 95cm diameter
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. Measures: 35”/ 90cm diameter"ø.
Eac...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Art Deco Glass Ball and White Ceramic Body Pendant Lamp, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Glass Ball and White Ceramic Body Pendant Lamp, 1950s, Italy
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
This lamp works with E27 light bulbs.
Wired and suitable to use ...
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1950s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Ceramic
Wiener Werkstaette Josef Hoffmann "Graben Cafe" 45 Pendant Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Originally a Josef Hoffmann design for the Staekelborg, Knips and for the Berta Zuckerkandl Mansion. This one was designed for the famous Graben Cafè in Vienna - Comes in all sizes. ...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bohemian Mid-Century Modern Glass & Chrome Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Bohemian Mid-Century Modern Glass & Chrome Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1970s – 21 Glass Elements,
Restored (12+ Available, Priced Per Piece)
This rare Bohemian chandelier from 197...
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Hand Crafted Solitaire 01 Pendant, Ø50cm/19.7in
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
SIMPLE SHADE collection is the essence of a shade. One simple design with transformative properties in singular and multiple forms. Using Japanese philosophy to mindfully design spac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$6,399 / item
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
Custom Sabine Chandelier by Oly Studio.
By Oly Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate the ambiance of your space with the exquisite Custom Sabina Chandelier by Oly Studio. Crafted with a sleek metal frame and adorned with a luxurious fabric shade, this stunnin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Antique Victorian era Graved Glass & Brass Stairwell or Hallway Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and stylish Victorian period green glass lantern or ceiling lamp.
This all handcrafted, practical size and great looking ceiling lamp is another one of our recent great fin...
Category
1890s European Victorian Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Anna Karlin Form Light, Bronze
By Anna Karlin
Located in New York, NY
Cast bronze, handblown glass and marble works stretch between floor and ceiling. It is both sculpture and light-giving. The height of each Form is tailored to fit perfectly in any sp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze
$26,650 / item
Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative light with shade opaline glass and chrome metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage con...
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1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Round Flower Chandelier Murano Glass Pink Italian Design 1970 Brass Gold
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Round Flower Chandelier Murano Glass Pink Italian Design 1970 Brass Gold
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
$2,075 Sale Price
30% Off
Classic Chandelier 6 Arms Clear and Pink Murano Glass, Green Details Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
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
Materials
Blown Glass
$2,187 Sale Price / item
20% Off
20th Century French Art Deco Crystal Pagoda Light Attributed to Maison Baguès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A colorful, antique French Art Deco pagoda ceiling light, chandelier made of hand blown cut crystal glass attributed to Maison Baguès, in good con...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Chrome
Artistic glass lightbulb chandelier Murano Bulb Marcantonio X Multiforme #01
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
The art of Murano glass meets the iconicity of a bulb, together they give rise to a brilliant piece of furniture: a lightbulb, a chandelier or whatever your imagination suggests.
Mu...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Rustic Midcentury Wicker Pendant Lamp, Handmade in Spain c. 1970s
Located in Valencia, VC
Vintage Rustic Midcentury Wicker Pendant Lamp, Spain, 1970s
A large balloon-shaped wicker pendant lamp, handcrafted in Spain circa 1970s. Reflecting the ease and character of French...
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1970s Spanish Rustic Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker
Chandelier No. 1 - Fluentum Series
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
This piece follows a linear form with lighting points at each end - designed for hanging over tables. A minimally designed piece to retain focus on the craftsmanship and on how the w...
Category
2010s Asian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood, Bentwood
$10,500 / item
1365 5-Lights Metal Chandelier
Located in Milan, IT
It will be hard not to notice this charming chandelier with five ivory-covered organza lampshades forming the body of the fixture. The metal details have been hand-decorated, includi...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$1,196 / item
Contemporary Handmade Ceramic Lamp
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
Sintética is inspired by geometries that imitate nature, where the line has the leading role, being curved and dynamic. The concept merges the use of spatial geometry to create struc...
Category
2010s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$518 / item
Rare Austrian Mid- Century Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare mid - century polished and lacquered brass and metal 12 -arms chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, circa 1950s.
Socket: 12 x e14 for standard screw bulbs.
Pair of matching wa...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rope Chandelier by Audoux Minet
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice, large and decorative chandelier is all made of rope. This is a French work by famous designers Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet - Audoux-Minet. Circa 1950
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
$4,108 Sale Price
30% Off
Massimo Rattan XL Pendant, by DUNLIN
By DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Introducing the latest addition to the Dunlin Rattan light collection: The Massimo XL. This exquisite four-piece pyramid-like pendant light embodies both structure and elegance. A st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rattan
$1,468 / item
White Danish Minimalist Ceiling Lamp by Lyskær, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large tiered pendant/hanging light in white powder-coated steel. Interior shading with red reflector that creates cosy and warm light. Designed and manufactured by Lyskær in Denmark during the late 1970s in a style reminiscent of Louis Poulsen's PH4 and PH5 line. The pendant comes with a white acrylic...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
$332 Sale Price
20% Off
Trapezi Five Lights Neutral Shades Contemporary Pendant/Chandelier Brass, Glass
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
The Trapezi contemporary chandelier is inspired by the idea of a Circus Trapeze artist.
Hand blown glass in a variety of forms and colors is combined with brass bars and hung by L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern 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
Meringa #2 Pendant Lamp 60cm diameter
By Servomuto
Located in Milan, IT
One of the most iconic and versatile pendant lamps by SERVOMUTO. The Meringa lamp is realized in pure linen with a burgundy fabric cable in white painted iron ceiling rose. Suitable ...
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
$1,024 / item
Rezzonico Chandelier 6+3 arms Blue Murano Glass Fluage by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
The blown glass chandelier Fluage is the perfect combination between the Venetian tradition and the most refined design. To manufacture the blown glass chandelier Fluage, different t...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
$8,831 Sale Price / item
20% Off
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
Materials
Brass
$996 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Capiz Shell Lotus Pendant Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
A spherical pendant with a shade made from layered capiz shell petals arranged in a lotus-like form. The translucent shells soften the light and create a warm, ambient glow. Suspende...
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Shell
Vintage Ceiling Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, 1950s Sweden
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Three E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V.
Our lamps are checked, cleaned and are suitable for use in the USA.
Bulbs are not included.
It is possible to install this device in al...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Alta Brass Dome Chandelier by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Alta brass dome features a spun metal shade with a brass canopy and rod. The shade is available in brass or powdercoated metal finishes.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is design...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$3,125 / item
Leaves Chandelier
Located in Milan, IT
This superb chandelier is a magnificent object of functional decor that will add a unique accent to a modern dining room or Classic living room. Its imposing size and exquisite craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stainless Steel
$13,116 / item
Huge Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier 52 BLUE Glass Petals Drop
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 52 glass petals (BLUE crystal, smooth outside, with crystal powder and then rough inside.) in a chrome frame.
Period: late XX century
...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Benedict Wrought Iron Chandelier by Miamar Home
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This six light chandelier has a minimalist and elegant design, crafted from wrought iron. It features six arms, extending symmetrically from a center hub, each ending in a drip wax c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
$1,800 / item
Veneziana 5 tiers chandelier. 41 Clear glass piece . Piattelli design. UL listed
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This superb classic reliable style was re-designed for an improved look and trouble free chandelier.
In order to comfort buyer and ease public space use, chandelier will be wired an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Stilnovo Sputnik Chandelier, circa 1960
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Stilnovo Sputnik chandelier, circa 1960. Two large interlocked brass rings with eight lacquered cones 'orbiting' a large central globe. The color...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Flush Mount Maison Baguès Crystal Blue Flowers Leaves Chandelier 6 Lights Signed
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 6 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. Gold tole with perf...
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1940s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Pair of French Light Fixtures with Glass Insets, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1950's French semi-flush mounted light fixtures with crystal insets and 6 interior candelabra lights. Sold Individually
Measurements:
Present drop: 17.5" (adjustable)
...
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1950s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
White Opaline Glass Bakelite Top Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Opaline glass pendant
White Bakelite top
2 meter black wire
Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for in...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass, Bakelite
Fine Mid-Century Brass Chandelier, circa 1950s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A mid-century, six -light laquiered brass of aluminium chandelier, circa 1950s.
Measurements: Height 26.37 Inches, diameter 31.49 Inches.
Socket: 6 x E27 Edison for standard screw ...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
34" Pendant Light in Handwoven Black Rattan, Ventila Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Ventila, our nickname for the Tagalog word for ‘fan’, is woven from Filipino rattan and takes inspiration from colonial era ceiling fans. Measure: 34".
I...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Customizable Huge Concave Pierced Brass Pendant
By Stilnovo
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
29 inches huge concave pierced brass pendant or flushmount.
Contain 6 E26 or E27 socket rated at 60 watt each.
We will make and ship proper wiring and sockets according to your...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$2,395 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Elpe-Armatur, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass chandelier produced by Elpe-Armatur, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.625” H x 20.5 ” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.75” H x 3.875” W x 3.875” ...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
RESERVED: Large Murano Glass Chandelier, 101 Clear Tube Glasses
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 101 large clear glass tubes in a star shape. Can be used as a chandelier with chain...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Hand Crafted Solitaire 03 Harlequin Pendant, Ø80cm/31.5in
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
Solitaire is our acrobat, artfully pairing balance with symmetry, evolving from a single Solitaire 01 to triple tiered Solitaire 03. Each variation creates a stunning focal point for...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Sculptural ceiling light with hand-decorated shade and brass metal base. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage condit...
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1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Formation Linear Pendant LED Aluminum Marble Fixture, Matte Black
Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria
Formation linear pendant is a sleek, luxurious aluminium and marble fixture ideally suited to hang above Kitchen islands, dining tables, works...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Marble, Aluminum
Jugendstil chandelier vienna around 1909
Located in Wien, AT
Jugendstil chandelier vienna around 1909
Polished and stove enameled
Original antique glass shades
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Small Art Deco Alabaster Flush Mount / Pendant w. Bronzed Stem, Finial & Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and small size, two-light, white alabaster ceiling lamp of superb quality and condition.
This light fixture from the heydays of the European Art Deco era will light up both y...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Alabaster and Brass Wall Sconces, Italy, 1970s
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique alabaster wall sconces lights, Art Deco style.
A beautiful and rare set of four Mid-Century Modern alabaster wall sconces with brass details, made in Italy in the 1970s. Thes...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Wire
Set of Three XL Reclaimed Grey Enamel Industrial Pendant Lights by Benjamin Elec
Located in Nottingham, GB
Set of Three XL Grey Enamel Industrial Factory Pendants by Benjamin Electric – Vented High Voltage Design
Sold As: Set of Three
A rare matching trio of extra-large industrial pendan...
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Mid-20th Century British Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Enamel, Steel
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Palm Leaves Chandelier Murano Glass and Brass, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Mouth blown Murano glass chandelier, green Murano glass leaves, brass frame, three light bulbs. The chandelier reproduces the crown of a palm tree. Rewired to European and US standar...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$9,486 Sale Price / set
36% Off
Mid-Century Pendant Lamp by Yasha Heifetz for Rotaflex Heifetz 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Simple Rotaflex pendulum after a draft of Yasha Heifetz from the 60s.
Minimalist pendant lamp made of plastic. The symmetrical luminaire body consists of a translucent plastic (roto...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic
Modern Metal and Glass "Stars" Chandelier, Flush Mount by Emile Stejnar, Austria
Located in Antwerp, BE
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 'Flower Star' chandelier, glass, crystal, brass, Austria 1950s
Large brass 'Flower Star' chandelier, made in Vienna in the 1960s. Designed by Emil St...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Venini 1930s "Vetro Soffiato" Chandelier
By Venini
Located in London, GB
An Italian glass chandelier with five curved arms mounted for electricity. Stamped VENINI, Murano. 20th century. H. 63 cm. Diam. 61 cm.
Presumably 1930s edition.
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1930s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Six Pointed Star Suspension with Brass Structure and Glass
Located in Firenze, FI
Geometrie 161 nickel brass 6 pointed star chandelier belongs to the Timeless collection which includes classic and timeless lamps, the clean lines and geometries of brass and glass o...
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Great 18 Palmette Shallow Flush Ceiling Mount, Murano, in Stock, Free Shipping
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Here the larger version of the successful 12 leaves compact palmette ceiling fixture.
This group of shallow ceiling mount Murano chandelier was first designed for a luxury yacht low ceiling and now is used to pair with Mid-Century Modern Barovier palmette chandeliers, that are usually very tall. This beautiful 18 palm leaves flush mount...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Antique Copper Arts & Crafts Pendant Light Fitting. English C.1900
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful copper arts and crafts chandelier
Original patina
Original ceiling rose. No chain.
No shades
The measurement relates to the actual fitting. Not including the hanging wi...
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Early 1900s English Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Factory Hanging Lights Pendants
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory hanging light. Black enamel. White interior.
Weight: 1.4 kg / 3.1 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incand...
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Enamel
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...
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2010s Oceanic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
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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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
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A Tale of Two Sputnik Chandeliers
This pair of iconic 20th-century light fixtures with the same name have two very different backgrounds.
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