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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Empire
Fog & Mørup, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass chandelier designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1940s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 4” H x 3..5” Diameter Socket takes standard E-14 bulbs. 5 socket.Th...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Fringe ceiling lamp 'T601/M' by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Elegant ceiling lamp model 'T601/M' designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for his own firm AB Markaryd, Sweden, during the 1960s. Champagne colored silk fringes hanging from the brass fr...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Idman, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass chandelier produced by Idman, Finland, c. 1940s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.92” H x 2.60” Diameter Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 3 socket.There i...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1 of the 4 Holmegaard Hanging Lamps by Michael Bang, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
This set of beautiful glass lamps from the Danish brand Holmegaard has a beautiful white color. The design is by Michael Bang, a designer whose work is highly sought after by collect...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Cord, Opaline Glass

Scandinavian Modern Pendant by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Fringes Series 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
The one and only iconic pendant lamp with cut brass canopy with blue/green colored silk fringes. Wonderful condition and its original, still in line with age to both the brass and th...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Teak, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 1.85” H x 3.6” Diameter Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 5 socket.Ther...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Teak, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak, brass and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.63” H x 3.5” Diameter Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 1 socket.Ther...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and opaline glass chandelier produced by ASEA, Sweden, 1950s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 4.32” H x 3.19” Diameter Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 3 socket.There ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Swedish Modern Pendant by Harald Notini for Böhlmarks
Located in Karlstad, SE
Rare pendant model 11827 by Harald Notini for Böhlmarks, Sweden This elegant pendant consists of a brass canopy and counter weight, that allows you to adjust the lamp to the height y...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Sisal and Walnut Pendant Lamp from Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large pendant lamp from the 1960s. The design is very unusual. The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light. Manufacturer: Temde Condit...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Raffia, Plastic, Walnut

Adjustable Brass Wall Pendant by Hans Bergström for ASEA Belysning, Swedish Mode
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare wall lamp attributed to Hans Bergström. Produced during the 1950s by ASEA Belysning with model number E2105. Double brass lamp arm that easily adjusts and can be sprawled. The n...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pair of Danish Modern Brass Pendants by Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen
Located in Odense, DK
These amazing pendants was designed by Vilhelm Lauritzen in the 1950s and produced by Louis Poulsen. The neck is solid brass while the perforated reflector is made from brass lacquer...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Aluminum

1960s Opaline Glass and Brass Chandelier Attributed to Mauri Almari for Idman
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Opaline Glass and Brass Chandelier Attributed to Mauri Almari for Idman. Executed in opaline glass and brass with white cloth cords. Highly reminiscent of Paavo Tynell's iconic...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Midcentury Chandelier in Braided Leather by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Chandelier with leather braid by Maa. Jo Hammerborg. Made by Fog & Mørup Denmark in the 1960s. Original condition.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 In Black
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Set of 2 Alvar Aalto A110 Hand Grenade Pendant Lamps in Black with Brass Detail
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Very nice sleek hanging lamp designed by Alvar Aalto for the building of the Finnish Engineers Association and the council chamber of the town hall of Säynätsalo. The lamp with model...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

ITSU, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
By Itsu
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and gilded opaline glass chandelier produced by ITSU, Finland, 1940s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.75” H x 3.32” Diameter Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 3 socket.Ther...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

“Kontrast” Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking “Kontrast” pendant lamp by Poul Henningsen. Lacquered white on the outside and orange red and purplish blue on the inside. Spreads an amazing...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel

Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in All Black
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in all black. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling des...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Danish Brutalist Palm Leaf Pendant by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Danish Brutalist chain-suspended hanging lamp composed of acid-treated and torch-cut brass. This model, 'P6395', was designed by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen in the early 1960s. (Acid tr...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

19th Century Italian Empire Beaded Crystal Chandelier Six Light
Located in Milan, IT
A stunning Empire Crystal chandelier of Italian origin, coming from a Tuscan private palazzo in Florence dating back to the early 19th century. Repoussé brass, iron and crystal are...
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Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Iron, Brass

Late 19th Century Empire Style Gilded Bronze and Crystals Chandelier
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful and refined italian Empire style late 19th century chandelier with ten lights of which six on the outer circumference and four that illuminate the interior, called a hot-ai...
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1880s Italian Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Gilt Bronze & Crystal Basket Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine & Impressive Gilt Bronze & Crystal Basket Chandelier in the Empire style, featuring four patinated bronze eagle figures. France, circa 1900. 10 lights. Dimensions: Heig...
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Early 1900s French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Pair Montgolfièr Empire Chandelier Crystal Classic traditional Brass Glass four
Located in Berlin, DE
**Set of 6 Available - Vintage Chandeliers from a Baltic Sea Castle** Here's a unique opportunity to acquire a set of 6 exquisite vintage chandeliers, each originating from a castle...
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Early 18th Century European Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass, Wire

Empire style twelve light crystal and bronze antique chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Fine antique clear crystal chandelier having 12 lights. It is in the empire style with the lights surrounding the Outer rim of the fixture. The wiring is good and the crystal is Comp...
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Mid-20th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Empire Style Hot Air Balloon Chandelier In Gilt Bronze And Crystal
Located in BARSAC, FR
Hot air balloon chandelier in gilded bronze decorated with crystal garlands, Empire style decorated with palmettes and pine cones. Illuminated by six lights. Beautiful and very ele...
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Mid-20th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Bumling Pendant Lamp by Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Bumling pendant lamp with reflector from the 1960s. The design makes the lamp a real asset and an absolute favorite for every home. A very beautiful play of light is create...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

SS03 Pendant Light Ø80cm/31.5in, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
Located in London, London
A versatile direct overhead light. In its larger size, Simple Shade 03 makes an elegant centre piece for social spaces. SS03 is perfect suspended low for lighting intimate spaces. E...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

MONIKA Pendant Light Ø50cm/19.7in, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
Located in London, London
A pendant with presence, Monika creates a beautiful diffused atmospheric light and works well clustered as a unique statement chandelier. Each Na...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

CAVE Pendant Light Ø50cm/ 9.7in, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
Located in London, London
Extremely versatile, Cave can be clustered together or individually suspended above a table a single elegant down light and creates a versatile direct overhead light. Each Naomi Pau...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Empire Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Chandelier by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
French Empire style gilt bronze and enamel chandelier by Gherardo Degli Albizzi has got twelve lights. This chandelier is characterized by classical plate embellished with gilt bron...
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2010s Italian Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Enamel

Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Rose
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in rose. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling design in the Louis Poulsen's portfolio. The PH 5's painted metal shades brilliantly distribute light to create glare–free illumination. Executed in spun aluminium shades...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Orange
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in orange. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling design in the Louis Poulsen's portfolio. The PH 5's painted metal shades brilliantly distribute light to create glare–free illumination. Executed in spun aluminium shades...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Pair of Scandinavian Danish modern ceramic glazed hanging pendant lights
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Danish modern handmade ceramic glazed hanging pendant lights Danish circa 1960. Brown glaze with holes has light bulb socket and hanging electrical wire. Need to...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Ceramic

Albertslund Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Albertslund pendant lamps for Louis Poulsen. Sold individually. Originated in 1963, our examples are the newer 1990s reissue of this sleek, industrial modern design. All are in excel...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, metal and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.66” H x 2.96”Diameter Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 2 s...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Poul Henningsen Glass PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen Glass PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized Executed in white opal glass and choice of brass, chrome or black...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Peter Celsing Large Quantity of Wall Lamps by Falkenbergs Belysning in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large quantity of wall lamps designed by Peter Celsing. Produced by Falkenbergs Belysning in Sweden. Designed in 1966 for Kulturhuset in Stockholm.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Yki Nummi Large 'Lokki' Pendant for Innolux Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
Yki Nummi large 'Lokki' pendant for Innolux Oy, Finland. Designed in 1960, Nummi's innovative 'Lokki' is one of the best-known Finnish design classics. The name Lokki comes from ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

A Beautiful Itsu Ceiling Lamp Model ER 141/6, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
A brilliant lamp by Itsu from the 1950s. This type lamp suits well in any design interior. The black and white combo with the golden brass stems is simple, elegant, minimalistic and ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp model no A1998, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful adjustable lamp by Paavo Tynell that harmoniously combines many elements such as brass, wooden slats, plastic defuser, painted metal and the wirings. The lamp has all or...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Brass Pendant, Finland, 1940s/1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Brass pendant, Finland, 1940s/1950s. Brass frame and details, opaline glass shade. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear consistent with age and use.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Fog & Morup unique chandelier in copper Denmark 1960
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Monumental chandelier custom designed and made by Fog & Morup for the former General Motors showroom in Antwerp, 1960. This huge oversized chandelier / pendant lamp was hanging above...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Swedish Designer, Pedant Light, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, brown fabric and frosted glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 1.5” H x 3.5” Diameter Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs....
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Antique French Empire Style Alabaster and Bronze Twelve-Light Chandelier
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large antique French Empire-style alabaster, frosted glass, and bronze pendant chandelier from circa 1890. An impressive and large twelve-light alabaster pendant chandelier from the ...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze

Heliotrop Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pendant lamp model Heliotrop designed in 1960's by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark. Double glass lampshade with external lilac transparent glass and internal white opaline glass.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

ITSU Oy, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
By Itsu
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced by ITSU Oy, Finland, c. 1940s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.5” H x 3.75” Diameter Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 3 ...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and beige glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.65” H x 1.78” Diameter Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 1 socket.T...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Huge Brass Pendant by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm P700
Located in Vienna, AT
Aluminium pendant brass-plated comprising for five tiers, fitted with one E27 socket up to 200watts. Designed by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Nordisk Solar Compagni...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, stained wood and off-white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.09” H x 3.54” Diameter Socket takes standard E-26 bulb...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Asplund "Parachute" Pendant Opal Glass, 1960s, Sweden
Located in Odense, DK
Rare glass and steel ceiling lamp, model "Parachute", designed by Erik Gunnar Asplund and manufactured by Ateljé Lyktan in Sweden, 1960s. This extraordinary suspension lamp was orig...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opal

Swedish Chandeliers in Brass and Glass by Holger Johansson
Located in Karlstad, SE
Mid-Century Modern chandeliers by Holger Johansson for Westal, Sweden. The chandeliers consist of 15 round brass poles divided into two levels, each holding a smoke-colored glass sh...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Idman Oy, 1930's opaline ribbed glass ceiling lamp
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
This 1930's opaline ribbed glass ceiling lamp by Idman Oy is a stunning vintage piece that will add a touch of elegance and charm to any space. The ribbed glass design gives the lamp...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Early French Empire Style Bronze & Crystal Chandelier, 3 Lights
Located in Miami, FL
Empire Style early round Bronze and Crystal Chandelier with 3 Light-sockets in the center. Wired for the US and takes 3 candelabra light bulbs max. 60 watts. In original vintage c...
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Mid-20th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Moon Pendant Lamp by Verner Panton
Located in München, DE
Extraordinarily beautiful Moon pendant lamp from the 1960s. Loving and high-quality workmanship. The design and material create a very warm and pleasant light. Design: Verner Panton...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Period Empire Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Magnificent Period Empire Chandelier. Gitl Bronze (matte & burnished) and Patinated Bronze. Exquisite detail throughout. A rare find. France, circa 1800. Dimensions: Height 40 1/2...
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Early 1800s French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Small Gilt Bronze Empire style Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine & Decorative Gilt Bronze & Patinated Bronze Empire style Chandelier. 6 lights. France, circa 1920. Dimensions: Height 25" Diameter 16" CW5549
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1920s French Empire Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Teak and Jute Cord Pendant Cascade Lamp by Temde, Germany, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cascading pendant lamp made of teak and cord by Temde, Germany, 1960s. Elegant Scandinavian design with a solid teak frame and cascade three cone-shaped lamp shades. The large shades...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Jute, Teak

Antique, Vintage and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendant Lights

Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique and vintage chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.

While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.

The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina (note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too), with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier.

Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged. Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes. Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.

For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.

The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room. With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs.

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