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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Large Art Déco Pendant Light With Opaline Glass, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Large Bauhaus spherical lamp made of opal glass with a metal suspension and a very long pendulum rod. The lamp dates from the first half of the 20th century (1920-1940) and is in goo...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

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

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Metal

Antique Victorian Green Slag Glass Drop Crystal Swag Light Chandelier Shade 24"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 19th century slag pendant light / chandelier. Alternating green and yellow stained slag glass panels arranged in a traditional flower petal / umbrella shape with brass collar at...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Rich Chandelier 6 Arms Green Handblown Artistic Murano Glass by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Rich chandelier by Multiforme with 6 lights, in green artistic glass, with curly ornamental elements. The lights are upwards. Inspired by the Class...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Molto 5-Arm Ceiling Fixture in Brushed Brass + Enameled Mesh, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
The Molto 5-Arm ceiling fixture offer a fresh take on Italian modernism, featuring a spun-metal mesh shade inspired by Mathieu Matégot's signature medium of Rigitulle. At once playful and sophisticated--the Molto chandelier is a go-anywhere design! The fixture can be customized with Blueprint Lighting’s 36 in-house enamel hues for an added pop of color in spaces of every variety, from hospitality to residential. The colors shown are our SEAWEED and CREMA enamels. The metal shown is our BRUSHED BRASS but can be customized to any of our 6 metal shades. What will you create? Dimensions: Shades are 10.5" tall and has an 8" diameter. Shown with a 36" diameter and 33" overall height, but drop height may be specified. Specs: uses five (5) G9 socket bulbs (halogen-style socket with 2 pins). We recommend G9 LED bulbs in a T4 shape: 5w LED with 60 watt equivalent. Dimmable. Bulbs not included. UL listed. CAD file...
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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass, Enamel

Barovier & Toso Murano Glass and Brass Flower Chandelier, Italy, 1940s
Located in Roma, IT
Outstanding mid-century chandelier in Murano mouth-blown glass and brass. This fabulous chandelier was produced by the renowned masters of Murano glass Barovier and Toso, in Italy du...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1930's Vaseline glass pendant lights - 1 available
Located in Malton, GB
These lights are a beautiful way to add a little bit of interest to a space, either used over a dining table or in a bedroom. They create a wonderful light and atmosphere. These were...
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1930s Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Orbitale Brass Chandelier 3 Rotating Balanced Arms, 120 cm 48 inches diameter
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This superb bespoke brass chandelier features three rotating arms skillfully balanced on a heavy cast brass sphere that rotate in an orbital movement along the stem. To achieve perfe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

1950s Italian Chandelier in the manners of Stilnovo
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Italian chandelier made of brass , glass and walnut . In the manners of Stilnovo , Oscar Torlasco , Fontana Arte model '1963' . Contain 6 E26 size ceramic socket rated at 60 w...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Four-Arm Brass Asymmetrical Chandelier, Ivory Gold Pivot Shades, Stilnovo Style
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Introducing a captivating and innovative take on mid-century-inspired chandeliers, this design artfully plays with asymmetry in its arm combination. The result is a chandelier that p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Jack & Jill Pendant Large 'Brass and Crystal Glass Orb with G12 LED'
Located in London, GB
Inspired by the repeated patterns and sculptural form of 1930s jewelry design. The pendant incorporates hand bent brass arms that hold pearl white crys...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large & Organic Design Bronze Art Nouveau Chandelier with Glass Flower Shades
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and beautiful Art Nouveau, three light pendant light. This rare and wonderfully stylish Art Nouveau pendant dates from the earlier days of European, indoor lighting. This larg...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze

Huge Murano chandelier multicolor triedri – 187 prism - Mariangela model
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic vintage Murano chandelier made by 187 Murano crystal multicolored prism in a nickel metal frame. The glasses are transparent, blue, smoky, purple, green, yellow and pink. T...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Art Deco Style Enameled Cameo Glass Pendant with Butterfly and Flowers Pattern
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and stunning work of lighting art. If you are passionate about early 20th century decorative art then you will love this very rare (or possibly unique) art glass light fixt...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Palace Lamp Chateau Lustre Silver
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a captivating blend of Art Deco charm and Empire sophistication, our lead crystal chandelier is a testament to opulence and craftsmanship. Crafted in-house, we offer the flexibility of both smaller and larger sizes, ensuring the perfect fit for your space. Our team can even facilitate on-site installation, ensuring a seamless experience for you. Key Features: - Measures: Diameter 100 cm, Height 150 cm - Accommodates 34 x E14 bulbs This chandelier is an embodiment of refined style, fusing the allure of Art Deco aesthetics with the grandeur of Empire design. Crafted from premium lead crystal, it radiates luxury and timeless beauty. Its measurements, with a diameter of 100 cm and a height of 150 cm, ensure a commanding presence that captures attention and admiration. With 34 E14 bulb sockets, it bathes your surroundings in a luminous glow, creating an ambiance that's both inviting and sophisticated. Whether for an intimate setting or a grand hall, this chandelier offers a touch of regal elegance that complements various spaces. Its exquisite construction and lead crystal elements evoke a sense of luxury and refinement. With a commitment to exceptional quality, we offer various sizing options to suit your needs. Our experienced team can even facilitate on-site installation, ensuring the chandelier becomes an integral part of your space seamlessly. Experience the allure of the Art Deco era with this crystal chandelier that exudes timeless beauty and sophistication. Its Empire sac...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Wire

Top Quality & Good Size, Timeless Design Alabaster Pendant Light with Rope Chain
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class light fixture with a stunning alabaster shade. Thanks to its unique design, its good size and its truly excellent condition this alabaster chandelier will light up both yo...
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Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Wire, Brass

Trapezi 3-Light Chandelier
Located in Milan, IT
This contemporary chandelier is inspired by a circus trapeze and its form allows for the lights to be adjusted separately in any direction. The glass elements are hand blown in diffe...
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Pendant light, Brass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass pendant light designed and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): n/a Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 1 socket.There is n...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pendant lamp LS-120 - Carlo Nason
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This pendant lamp, the LS-120, consists of four layers of hand-blown opaline glass from the islands of Murano. This is, so far known, the only opaline version of this lamp. The diffe...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered metal and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 36” H x 9.5” Diameter Dimensions of Cano...
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1930s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Viennese Jugendstil Chandelier Attributed Wiener Werkstaette Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Very elegant chandelier, pictured is a patinated-Version (DM 35cm), also available with a bigger diameter. Total drop can be custom made. Most components according to the UL regulati...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Great Antique Venetian Murano Pendant Light w. Blown Smoked Glass in Iron Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful color and good size vintage Italian murano fixture with mouthblown glass in painted gilt color thread metal frame. If you are looking for a stylish design, near-antique l...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Mid-Century Space Age German Pendant Lamp from Wila, 1960s
By WILA
Located in Hamburg, DE
Imposing Space Age pendant lamp from Wila. The lamp body is bell-shaped and consists of two elements. At the bottom of the upper hood there is a smaller hood that closes the undersi...
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20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

French Art Nouveau Jugendstil Brass Glass Four-Light Chandelier, 1900-1910
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
One of kind Art Nouveau period brass and cut glass four-light chandelier, France, 1900-1910. Richly elaborate gilt brass with wonderful detailing and green glass panels adorning eac...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Striped Murano White Clear Glass Pendant Light, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful light fixture in the style of Murano, manufactured in the mid century, circa 1970 (end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s). a bi-colored (clear and white stripes) hand blown...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Louis XVI Style Bronze Ribbon and Tassel Four-Light Chandelier, 1910s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Louis XVI style bronze four-light bow, ribbon, and tassel chandelier from the early 20th century. An elegant Louis XVI or Neoclassical style bronze four-arm chandelier in the ...
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1910s French Louis XVI Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Workstead Bole Pendant II in Color
Located in Floyd, VA
BOLE PENDANT II is a visual balancing act. A seemingly delicate linear armature floats two robust spheres and their accompanying shades. Evenly distributing light across a broad expa...
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2010s Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Double Pull Brass Pendant Light by Florian Schulz
Located in Rijssen, NL
Fantastic Double Pull pendant light by Florian Schulz, Germany, Europe. Design period: 1970-1979, production period: 2022. Two brass polished unlacquered pendants ( D 40 cm) suspend...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cinetico Celeste Sculptural Chandelier
Located in Milan, IT
Combining noble materials with mid-century inspiration, evident in the mobile structure that evokes Mirò paintings and Calder sculptures, this chandelier will be the focal point of ...
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Cocoon Pendant Lamp
Located in München, DE
A very beautiful Cocoon pendant lamp from the 1950s. Wonderful and contemporary design. A highlight for any room. It creates a cozy light. Condition: Very good vintage condition wi...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Vistosi Oto SP CHA Suspension Light by Pio E Tito Toso
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
Spherical blown glass elements available in four sizes and two decorations, with and without lighting source. The special design allows the installation of more vertical glass elemen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Pair of Italian Midcentury Chandeliers. Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1960's Italian patinated bronze chandeliers with foliage design. Measurements: Height: 34” Diameter: 27”
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1960s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Maru 10" Globe Pendant - Tall Bead Stack - shown in Rust Globe & Satin Nickel
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...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper, Nickel

Tiffany Style Art Nouveau Stained Glass Multicolor Pendant Or Chandelier
Located in Plainview, NY
A beautiful Tiffany-style Art Nouveau stained glass pendant light with a dome-shaped design, showcasing a rich array of colors and intricate patterns. The upper section is made up of...
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Early 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stained Glass

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 41” H x 16.5” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy:  3.25“ H x...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Alhambra 2D Clear Glass with Brass Patina, Granada Collection
Located in New York, NY
These glass lanterns are made in a generations-old workshop in Granada, Spain. Each pendant light is hand forged, and reflects the influence of Moorish design that can be observed th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Venini Sigaro Fixture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Venini Sigaro Hanging Fixture Latimo and Fasce Glass Decoration
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1950s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Nybro Armaturfabrik, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, green-lacquered metal and etched beige glass pendant light produced by Nybro Aramturfabrik, Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 24.5"H x 11.5"W x 6.0"D Dimensio...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Large Mid-Century Modern Brass Sputnik Spider Chandelier Pendant Light, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An impressive and extra large Mid-Century Modern brass spider light fixture or chandelier with 24 curved arms attributed to Stilnovo, Italy, manuf...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1970's German Industrial Copper & Brass Marine Pendant Light by Wiska
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
A reclaimed 1970s vintage industrial large copper and brass German cargo pendant. Made by Wiska, a German manufacturer of industrial fixtures and fittings. Reclaimed from supertanke...
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1970s German Industrial Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper, 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...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel, Aluminum

Modern Crystal Chandelier Art Nouveau Lustre Art Deco New
Located in Berlin, DE
Do you want to add a royal touch to your home? Are you looking for a stunning lighting solution that combines elegance and glamour? Our majestic chandelier...
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2010s German Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Glamorous Modern Italian Murano Glass Sputnik Fixture
Located in Rome, IT
This large midcentury style chandelier with a stunning hand blown 'lattimo' opalescent Murano glass spikes. Nickel frame with 20 E 14-light bulbs. Voltage: 110-150v,220-240v Wiring:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Early French Victorian Iron Tole Six Arm Chandelier - Garden Roses & Leaves
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century French iron six arm chandelier with cascading leaves and roses. It has six arms and the wiring is new. Age appropriate wear typical of tole. This will...
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Mid-Century Teak and Glass Pendant Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid century teak ceiling chandelier. A design that impresses with its straightforward design language. Six arms extend in a star shape from a central core. At their ends they expand...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Vintage Austrian Kalmar Style Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Austrian Chandelier attributed to Kalmar. The Modernist pendant features textured Plexiglas components surrounding a glass central drum. This fixture has been newly wired to fit US s...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Truly Marble-Like Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant Light with Greek Key Pattern
Located in Lisse, NL
Exceptional antique alabaster chandelier for an entry hall, bedroom or any other room. This large size mineral stone light fixture also comes with...
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Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze

Set of Sunburst Light Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930s French gilt metal sunburst light fixtures with molded glass inset depicting a flower and two interior lights. Sold individually. Measurements: Diameter: 24" Dr...
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1930s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Set of Large Crystal Chandeliers, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of twelve palatial circa 1940s French neoclassic style gilt bronze chandeliers with 22 interior lights and original gilt finish. Sold individually. Price is per piece. Measure...
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1940s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

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

Large and Striking Antique Bronze & Brass Gothic Revival Torches Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful and meaningful, Gothic church relic from the late 1800s. This stunning and all handcrafted five-light chandelier from the 1870s is designed in the shape of an advent wreat...
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19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron, Brass, Bronze

Fantastic Small 70s Palwa Brass Ceiling or Wall Lamp with Faceted Crystal Stones
Located in München, DE
Fantastic and beautiful small 70s Palwa brass ceiling or wall lamp with faceted crystal stones. Very high-quality workmanship and elegant design, frame is made entirely of brass. M...
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1970s German Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Japanese Style Hand-folded White Paper Pendant Lighting "Siphonia"
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Elegant and at the same time soft and indirect light for a unique and personal home. This Japanese style white paper pendant lighting called Siphonia is hand-folded from almost 70 s...
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2010s Danish Japonisme Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Palm Leaves Chandelier Light Blue Murano Glass and Brass, 70s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Mouth-blown Murano glass chandelier, light blue Murano glass leaves, brass structure, three light bulbs. The chandelier reproduces the crown of a palm tree. We supply reducers for E1...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Arc Dome 14"
Located in Glen Cove, NY
The Arc collection is designed with a focus on simplicity, emphasizing the high quality of the material and the balance of the form. The carefully shaped arc of the bent brass, turned hardwood top, blown glass...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Arc Dome 14"
Arc Dome 14"
$2,000 / item
Swedish Modern Brass Pendant Light by Fagerhults Belysning, Sweden, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking brass pendant light was produced by AB Fagerhults Belysning in Sweden in the early 1960s. The elegant trumpet shape of the shade ending in ...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, modernist chandelier model 115, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A beautiful chandelier, model 115, designed by renowned Swedish lighting architect Hans Bergström and produced by Ateljé Lyktan in the 1940s. Crafted from a stained wooden frame supp...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hans Kögl Design Flower-Shaped Gilt Metal Four-Light Wall or Ceiling Lamp, 1970s
Located in Barntrup, DE
This gorgeous Hollywood Regency-style ceiling lamp is made of gilt metal and has four lights. It features beautifully sculpted golden leaves that form the shape of a large flower. Th...
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1970s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

French Art Deco Chandelier Frozen Glass & Aluminium Ceiling Pendant, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Frozen glass and aluminium chandelier or lustre, French Luminaire made circa 1930 in the Art Déco period by André Delatte manufactory. André Delatte was a former banker who had a lon...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Pair of Bubble Pendant Lights by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
These round smoke tone amber bubble glass pendant lamps was designed by Helena Tynell for Limburg, and manufactured in Glashütte, Germany during the 1960s. The golden top's may have ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

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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