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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Bubble35 Chandelier by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Cherry blossom rock crystal bubble chandelier with polish brass frame. Created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC. Each chandelier install 12sockets. Use 60W LED warm light bulbs. Total 720w. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rock Crystal

1950 Italy Starburst Flush Mount Chandelier in the Manner of Arredoluce
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Unique oversized flying saucer semi flush mount lamp with a extra large curved glass shade in a brass petal bowl which holds the six-socket cluster. Chandelier illuminates beautifull...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, wood and glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.875” H x  21” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy:  2.5” H x 3.5 ” D Stem len...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Palwa Crown Pendant Light Chandeliers, C1970s, Germany, 3 Available
Located in Trensacq, FR
Palwa pendant light chandeliers circa 1970s Germany. Two tiers of octagonal crystals, crowned with a gilded ring of serrated ovals each ...
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Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Cut Glass

Conchiglia Chandelier
Located in Milan, IT
This magnificent chandelier from the Conchiglia collection (meaning "shell" in Italian) is defined by a design that evokes an organic shape rendered entirely using hand-bent stainless steel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel

Ceiling Lamp Round Gold 24 Kt Glass Leaves Italian Design
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Ceiling lamp round gold 24 KT glass leaves Italian design, 5 E27 light bulbs, max 40 watt.
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1990s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Gold Plate

French Sunburst Foliage Ceiling Light Fixture / Chandelier in Gilt Iron, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind French Triple Layered Foliage Pendant Ceiling Light, Gilt Iron Large size. Stunning flower leafed sunburst ceiling light fixture, gilt iron, gold leaf, France, 1940s-19...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron

KD7 Orange Pendant Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Kartell, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
The Kartell KD7 stands as a rare and contemporary classic, embodying the timeless brilliance of 1950s/1960s Italian design. Crafted by Kartell, this extraordinary pendant lamp featur...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Vistosi Novecento Pendant Light in Crystal Striped Glass
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
The idea behind the collection Novecento is to reduce the traditional Murano chandelier to its most recognizable element, its profile. This shape is then reconstructed in a 360º glas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Four-Arm Brass Asymmetrical Chandelier, Black Gold Pivot Shades, Stilnovo Style
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
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 pushes bounda...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960 This original Holophane pendant light, produced in 1960 and formerly used as a street lamp in Paris, France, has been tho...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Pair of Petite Murano Caged Glass Pendant Light, 1930s Italy vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous pair of chandeliers in bubble-wrapped Murano glass with cage. The glass is hand-blown with a amber tint and was created by Giorgio Seguso during the 1930s in Italy. These M...
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1930s Italian Folk Art Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

'Cosmic Pendant Duo Regolith 70' Black Patina & Bronze Gradient Brass Chandelier
Located in London, England
Inspired by planet-like shapes and textures, the Cosmic collection plays with both metal properties and a selection of patina finishes. The Regolith Pendant...
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2010s English Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Chandelier in Hammered Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce, chandelier model 12369, brass, Italy, design circa 1951 Organic chandelier by Angelo Lelii designed for Arredoluce. Six leaves open towards the ceiling ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Edgar Brandt Style Bronze Snake Floor Lamp
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stylized after the original snake lamp by Edgar Brandt, this lamp is made of custom hand-cast bronze. The piece shows a highly detailed snake, coiled around a light shade with its op...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

2-Tier Counterbalance Chandelier in Brass & Enamel, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Counterbalance 2-Tier chandelier, a smaller but equally stunning version of our best-selling Counterbalance. The fixture draws inspiration from French and Italian mod...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

Flos Skynest Suspension Light in Almond
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diffuse pendant light fixture: a combination of luminous and dark elements arranged into a network and formed of core structures covered with a thin i...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Large Swirling Pine Veneer Pendant, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Extraordinary, rare and large Scandinavian midcentury organic modern ceiling light designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Swedish Ellysett. H...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wood, Bentwood, Pine

Set of 2 Rare Original 1940s Ball Lamps, Opaline Glass, Bauhaus
Located in Berlin, BE
Classic Light from the 1920s 1930s German ball lamp made of opaline glass. Set of two lamps. They are minimal different in the size. About 0.2 inches in diameter. You can't see it i...
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1940s German Bauhaus Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Charming Pink Amethyst and Gold Amber Murano Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure pink amethyst color Murano glass consists of 16 delicious hand blown leaves. The structure is gilt-metal. Five E27 lights spread a magical light. Available 3 items....
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1990s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Mid-Century Large Modernist, Mazzega Murano Pendant Lamp, by Carlo Nason, 1960s
Located in Verviers, BE
By Carlo Nason for Mazzega This carefully made glass lampshade with streaks of green on a glass base and a delicate green edge along the ruffled edge provides the color contrast. The...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Unusual Emil Stejnar Brass Crystal Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful, floral brass chandelier from the 1950s, designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll Vienna. Has 10 arms and a lot of crystals and glass flower elements on it. In...
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Flush Mount Brass and Glass Chandelier 8 Arms, Stilnovo Style, Low Ceiling Best
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This chandelier is specifically designed for low ceilings, with a height of only 13 inches (32 cm). The arms and shade holders are made of brass, while the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Finland, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A five-armed brass and rattan chandelier, model 1356, designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito Oy, Finland, 1930s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.3” H x 3.98” Diameter Socke...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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

Lunel French Midcentury Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Rare French ceiling-light, France by Lunel, (Paris), 1950s. Brass and metal. Same period as Arlus and Stilnovo. Just very slight surface bumps. Delivered wired for your country (US, ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

French Art Deco Frosted Glass Brass Six-Light Chandelier, 1940s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Art Deco burnished brass chandelier with a central frosted high relief glass bowl shade surrounded by five curved lamp arms with frosted high relief glass g...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Cazal Creation Cocoon Balloon Pendant Light Inspired by Castiglioni for FLOS
Located in Palermo, PA
Introducing the amazing Cocoon Balloon Lamp by Cazal Creation, a vibrant pendant light that stands out in any room. Unlike classic cocoon lamps, this unique design features different...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Leather

SLAMP - Clizia Suspension - Mama Non Mama Gold - Transparent Wire
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Clizia Mama Non Mama is a suspension inspired by pure natural beauty, with almost weightless petals that bring balanced allure and a fresh feel to interi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Other

Tiffany Contemporary Hanging Lamp 40, Champagne Silk Silvered Glass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TIFFANY The first one, Audrey inspired the iconic Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Year after year Sabrina Landini perpetuates its exceptional exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Set of 3 Large Bronze Chandeliers. Sold Individually.
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 circa 1950's patinated bronze chandeliers with lion's heads and 16 lights. Sold Individually. Measurements: Present Drop: 41" Di...
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1950s English Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Oscar Torlasco for Lumi attributed ceiling suspension, Italy circa 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oscar Torlasco for Lumi attributed. Made in Italy in 1950s. Impressive pendant made with enameled metal shade with 6 holophane glass diffusers. 4 medium base sockets. Rewired for US....
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

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

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Plastic

Scandinavian designer sculptural zinc and bronze ceiling light, 1930s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
This elegant ceiling lamp, crafted from zinc and bronze, showcases a refined Scandinavian design aesthetic from the 1930s–1940s. Though the designer remains unknown, the piece reflec...
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Early 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Zinc

Early 1900 Rare Large Art Deco Pendant / Light Opaline Glass Shade & Brass Chain
Located in Lisse, NL
Highly stylish glass-art pendant light with stunning chain. This rare and stunning 1920s Art Deco pendant is of museum quality and condition. The combination of the beautifully d...
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Early 20th Century European Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian XL Murano Swirl Glass Globe Chandelier with Brass Details, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian XL Murano Swirl Glass Globe Chandelier with Brass Details, 1970s Beautiful and elegant original Murano globe pendant lamp in white c...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

Finnish Opaline Glass and Brass Chandelier, MELVA, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Chandelier, manufactured by MELVA, 1950s. Opaline glass shades with brass frame. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Beautiful Scandinavian Modern design.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pair of Yellow Murano Disc Chandeliers in the Style of Vistosi.
Located in Bromma, SE
Pair of Honey colored Italian Murano Chandeliers in 1970's style. The Chandelier has 36 glass discs in Vistosi style with a beautiful swirled pattern in different shades of yellow. T...
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

1 of 4 Petite Ice Glass Chrome Pendant light by Kaiser, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 4 Petite star-shaped Pendant light by Kaiser, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969. Curved Murano glasses suspended from a fixture. Sockets: one x E27 standard bulb (max. 100 ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Lumina Dot Medium Pendant Light in Black 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

Cascadence Ceiling by Ango (set2), Handcrafted Silk Cocoon Pendant Light
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
Double pendant light of Cascadence Ceiling by Ango is uniquely created and handcrafted by Ango using individual hand-selected silk cocoons. The design continues Angos’ narrative of f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Organic Material

Gino Sarfatti Lamp Model 2065 Black White Diffuser, Black Hardware, Black Cable
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gino Sarfatti lamp model 2065. Black white diffuser, black hardware, black cable. Manufactured by Astep Model 2065 Design by Gino Sarfatti The 2065 is made of two joined opali...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plastic

Italian Modern Campana Three-Tier Pendant in Brass & Enamel, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Enamel color may be specified. Pictured are our colors "Greece", "Beach Glass", and "Sweet Mint". Our 36 in-house enamel colors are shown in the final images there is no additional l...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel

Stilnovo 'Megafono' 8-Arm Chandelier in Ivory and Brass
Located in Glendale, CA
Stilnovo 'Megafono' 8-Arm Chandelier in Ivory and Brass. Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the Midcentury era, pro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Steel

French Art Deco Lustre Glass Ceiling Pendant Chandelier, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Deco chandelier or lustre, French Frozen glass and brass 1930 Good condition a chip on the glass, not disturbing (please see last photo). Shipping: D 35 H 11 1.2 Kg.
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Fabric, Glass

J.T. Kalmar Chandelier by Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Large brass frame with six arms fitted with E27 sockets each with silk shades. Designed by Josef Frank in the 1930s for J.T. Kalmar produced in the 1940s. The chandelier is fully re...
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1940s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

8' Tall Tempo Chandelier in Brass with Handblown Glass Globes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tempo series is composed of curves and lines joined by shaped connectors, creating rhythm and repetition. All pieces are individually tailored with all elements to a perfect equi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Bonnie Config 1 Contemporary LED Linear Chandelier, Solid Brass @ 40cm/16"
Located in Torslanda, SE
The Bonnie range is designed around the stylised form of a Saffron flower, known around the world for its valuable beauty, fragrance and essence. Each organic flower-like form is st...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Cumulo Grey, Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass - Made to Order
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Inspired by a love of curves and voluptuous forms, the cumulo pieces are made with molten dollops of glass attached to a central core. The hot bits are blown out to diffuse the color...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Nickel

Murano Glass Tronchi Chandelier, Pink Alabaster
Located in Budapest, HU
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 48 large glass tubes in a star shape. The alabaster technique created...
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Late 20th Century Italian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Teak and linen umbrella pendant hanging lamp by Domus, 1970s
Located in Zaandam, NL
Teak and linen umbrella pendant by Domus, 1970s. This lamp is in great condition considering its age. The linen shade is removable if needed to be washed. This is the large version (...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Linen, Teak

Mid-Century Modernist Four Armed Glass & Brass Chandelier by Barovier & Toso
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning masterpiece of Mid-Century Modernist design, originating from one of the oldest companies on earth, the illustrious Barovier Y Tosso, made in Italy, Circa 1950. Th...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Antique Germany Large Pendant with Clear Glass and Opaline
Located in Antwerp, BE
The large antique hanging lamp was designed for Siemens. The lamp is complete original with a nice combination of a clear glass upper shade and a ...
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Early 1900s German Bauhaus Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

German Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Nickel, Germany, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A nickel-plated metal and frosted glass pendant light designed and produced in Germany, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.5"H x 11.5"W x 11.5"D Stem Length (inches): 5” Di...
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1930s German Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Paavo Tynell, rare big functionalism chandelier 1311 for Taito Oy, Finland
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover the epitome of Scandinavian Vintage Design with this rare, impressive Paavo Tynell chandelier, originating from a functionalism church in Turku, Finland. Lovingly crafted fo...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Nickel

Scandinavian Uchiwa fan style rattan woven hanging lamp, 1960s -1970s
Located in Zaandam, NL
Scandinavian midcentury Uchiwa fan style rattan woven hanging lamp, 1960s - 1970s. The lamp is fitted for a general E27 lightbulb and is in great working condition. Th brass is in a ...
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1960s Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Vintage Venetian Two-Tier 12-Light Crystal Chandelier
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful vintage Venetian style two-tier crystal chandelier with 12 lights and beautiful clear crystal drops, dating from the second half of the 20th century. There are...
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1970s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

12 Branch Avron Chandelier by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Three tiered, twelve light plaster of Paris chandelier from the Bourgeois Boheme Atelier. Custom sizes available. 12 candelabra based sockets.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plaster

Antique Reproduction Italian Chandelier with Beaded Arms and Rock Style Crystals
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Antique reproduction Italian chandelier with beaded arms and rock style crystals These are part of our new collection for Full Bloom Cottage. We've recreated a new line of vintage inspired chandeliers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal, Iron

Huge Candelabrum Crystal Antique Chandelier Classic traditional Massive Wide
Located in Berlin, DE
Huge candelabrum crystal antique chandelier ceiling lustre Art Nouveau Measures: Total height 140 cm, height without chain 110 cm, diameter 110 cm. Weight (approximately): 35 kg. Number of lights: 30-light bulb sockets: E14 material: Brass, cut glass, crystal, New electricity! New cable! Restored and rewired. tested. Ready to hang. Total length variable. Old chandelier with love and professionally restored in Berlin. electrical wiring works in the US. Re-wired and ready to hang not one missing Cabling completely renewed. Crystal, hand-knotted The chandelier is sent in a specially made wooden box so that safe transport is guaranteed. So worldwide shipping is no problem. they will for everyone the chandelier is wired in such a way that it works worldwide without any modification. in USA the chandelier works. ready to connect. before shipping the chandelier will be cleaned. missing crystals added. just cleaned and complete. will be sent. You are buying from a specialty chandelier store. with years of experience and heart for chandeliers Huge Candelabrum Crystal Antique Chandelier Classic...
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Early 18th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Wire, 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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