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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Murano Smoked Glass Pendant Light Citrus by Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Murano glass chandelier by Kalmar, 1970s.
Smoked swirl ice glass, clear twisted crystal glass panels with a light goldish amber-colored stripe in it.
High quality and in very good c...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Arraid Flushmount Light by Gallery L7
By Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant aged brass and opaline glass flushmount light "Arraid", designed by Gallery L7, handcrafted and finished in Los Angeles from American brass. Can be wall or ceiling mounted, h...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$1,600 / item
Bowl Brown Turquoise Ceramic Pendant Light, Denmark, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Stunning round hanging lamp with an unusual shape, made with rich brown colored turquoise ceramics, manufactured in the 1970s in Denmark. We also have a multitude of unique colored c...
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1970s Danish Other Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic
French Vintage Brass & Glass Linear Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Fabulous French vintage “Moderne” linear brass chandelier or pendant light in the style of Maison Jansen, to illuminate a dining table, kitchen or foyer with glamor. The rectangular ...
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20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Florence Lily, Murano Glass Drops Chandelier
Located in Budapest, HU
Elegant, romantic, dreamy...
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1950s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Filigrana Light S2 Cylinder Ø220 Blue Canes Pendant Light By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Harnessing a technique that dates back to the 16th century, the technique is an art form passed from generation to generation. The range of suspension lights are handmade from Veneti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Large Dandelion Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This iconic blossom chandelier Dandelion was designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll in the 1950s. Stejnar was trained as a gold- and silversmith in his hometown Vienna, Austria. ...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Enrico Boillat Quattro Zero Mobile Chandelier with Helix Design
Located in Miami, FL
A large chandelier by Enrico Boillat for Quattro Zero.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Satin Glass Chandeliers '2' by Kinkeldey with Gold Knobs, circa 1970
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of Kinkeldey satin ball chandeliers, Germany circa 1970-1980.
Two glass chandeliers by Kinkeldey. Great set of refurbished small chandelie...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Amber Glass Gold Pendants by Helena Tynell, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of beautiful bubble glass and gold chandelier or pendant light designed by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg. A design Classic, the amber colored/toned hand blown glass gives ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Brass Basket Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Lamp Antique Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a stunning Brass Basket Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier, an exquisite piece adorned with captivating crystals, reminiscent of the classical style of the Empire era. This an...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Wire
1 of 4 Iron and Clear Glass Pendant Lights by Limburg, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Minimalist iron and clear glass pendant light manufactured by Limburg Glashütte, Germany, circa 1960-1969. Octagonal shaped lantern and multi-faceted clear glass.
High quality and i...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
1940s Art Deco Conical Milk Glass & Chrome Pendant Light Streamline Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Sleek period streamline moderne light featuring a wide conical thick milk glass bowl with concentric ribs in the glass suspended under a chromed bullet shaped socket housing, chrome ...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Crystal Glass Chandelier by Sölken
Located in München, DE
Breathtakingly beautiful and very high quality pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The excellent workmanship and the very noble material impress at first glance.
Exceptionally beautiful des...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Venini Murano Glass Six-Light Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
By Venini
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
This Venini Murano Glass Chandelier is an original lamp realized by Venini in the 1960s in Italy. Cascade Murano Glass six-light chandelier with three-tier hand blown milk and clear ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
$4,078 Sale Price
30% Off
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A white embroidery fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Three small specks of discoloration on the underside edge of fabric.
Overall Dimensions (inches):...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Fabric
FLOS Taraxacum 2 Pendant Light by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Make a wish: Named after the humble Dandelion, the Taraxacum pendant light astonishes with a gorgeously diffused blooming light. The white powd...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful ceiling light with hand-decorated shade in opaline glass and chrome metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good ...
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1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
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...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
$4,278 Sale Price
26% Off
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'VOYAGE' by Bymars x AGO, Linear
By AGO Lighting, Bymars
Located in Paris, IDF
Voyage Linear Pendant lamp by Bymars x AGO Lighting
Silver
Materials: Aluminum, Cotton fabric, PMMA
Light Source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC
Watt. 18 W
Color temp. 2700 / 3000...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Gaetano Sciolari 13 Lights Cubic Chrome Chandelier, Italy.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury Modern original chandelier light by Gaetano Sciolari . Impressive chandelier with 13 graphic cubic lighting qualities in very good original condition. This chandelier cons...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Verner Panton 'Fun 11DM' Pendant Lamp in Sea Shells and Brass for Verpan
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Fun 11DM' pendant lamp in sea shells and brass for Verpan.
Verner Panton was one of Denmark's most legendary modern furniture and interior des...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stainless Steel, Brass
Jette Hellerøe Ceramic Pendant with Amber Color Glass by Axella Denmark 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Jette Hellerøe ceramic pendant by Axella from the 1970s.
The ceramic pendant is decorated with glaze in shades of brown and greenish blue and have inserts of amber colored gl...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Chandelier attr. Seguso Factroy, Sommerso Glass, ca. 1940
By Seguso
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Beautiful Mid Century Modern, hand blown Murano glass chandelier alluding to a garden with its green and yellow leaves.
This chandelier is masterfully done in yellow, green, clear an...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Pendant Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Wonderful pendant lamp from the 1950s.
The lamp with the crystal glass flowers has a very luxurious charisma and sparkles particularly beautiful.
The design and the materials used cr...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1 of 4 Stunning Murano Glass Tubes Chandelier by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic mid-century chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969. A lot of Murano glass cylinders suspended from the fixture.
Heavy quality and in very good conditio...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
1 of 3 Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 3 Doria ceiling lights with large volcanic Murano glass balls.
High quality of materials, gives a wonderful light effect when it is on.
Very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Alhambra 1A Milk Glass with Silver Patina, Granada Collection
By L'Aviva Home
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
Materials
Glass
Gorgeous Milk Glass & Bronzed Metal Tiffany Style Chandelier
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful Victorian Tiffany style chandelier having white milk glass adorned with bronzed metal overlay. 4 bulb sockets and 3 ft of chain.
Category
19th Century American Victorian Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
RING TWO Chandelier By Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Two tiered rock crystal chandelier with hammered brass finish. 31” x 4” and 18” x 4”.
Custom sizing and metal finish upon request.
20 E12 sockets installed. Uses 60w/ea LED ligh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rock Crystal
$47,800 / item
Stilnovo Pendant '1140' in Aluminium, Brass and Glass
By Stilnovo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Stilnovo, pendant '1140', aluminium, glass, brass, Italy, circa 1960
The '1140' pendant by Stilnovo consists out of a flat, oval lamp. On a thin cable and wire hangs the oval form m...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Large Triedri Murano Glass Chandelier, 265 Pink Prism
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass chandelier, 265 pink triedri on crome frame. This large Mid-Century Italian chandelier is truly a timeless classic.
Period: late XX century
Dimensions: 43,...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Leucos Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Renato Toso 1970s Italy
By Leucos, Renato Toso
Located in Den Haag, NL
This beathiful pendant lamp was designed by Renato Toso and produced by Leucos in Italy, during the 1970's. It is made of a thick piece of Murano Glass, the color goes from opaline w...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Sputnik' Brass Chandelier in Multicolor for Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Sputnik' brass chandelier in multicolor for Stilnovo
Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
8-arm chandelier, Maison Lunel circa 1950
By Maison Lunel
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Metal and brass chandelier, consisting of a rectangular base in black lacquered metal, on which are fixed 8 brass light arms, supporting oval-shaped shades.
French work circa 1950, a...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Sunburst Wall or Ceiling Lamp from 1940's, France
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Sunburst wall or ceiling lamp from 1940's, France. Hand hammered gilt forged iron with two bulbs, it can be used as a ceiling or wall lamp.
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Pair of French Country House Brass Opaline Glass Pendants, circa 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of Country House hand-blown opaline glass pendant lights with brass gallery, France circa 1950s.
Large opaline glass ball with brass shade holder with pierced details for light projection, beautiful brass chain and canopy...
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Mid-20th Century French Country Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Modernist Round 3-Tier Hand-Blown Murano Glass Chandelier W/ Oval Reeded Shades
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite modernist chandelier from the 21st century features three tiers of hand-blown Murano glass, showcasing the timeless craftsmanship and artistry of Italian glassmakers. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Italian Tole 6 Arm Floral Chandelier
Located in Centennial, CO
Just in time for spring, a truly charming vintage Italian tole chandelier crafted out of black wrought iron and decorated with beautifu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
1 of 5 Stunning Murano Glass Tubes Flushmount by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic mid-century chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Many Murano glass cylinders suspended from the fixture.
High quality and in very good condition....
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Cosmic 'Verdigris Pendant 70' Handmade Patinated Brass Ceiling Light, Chandelier
Located in London, England
Two finely hand-spun brass plates make up this pendant light, finished in a verdigris patina to create this unique appearance. The light is projected into the shade and reflects out,...
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2010s British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Lu Murano Chandelier 18 Lights by Fabio Fornasier, 2004, Italy
Located in Munich, DE
Original light object / sculpture Murano glass chandelier with 18 lights by Fabio Fornasier, 2004 for LU Murano, Italy. Makers mark: Fabio Fornasier. LU Mura...
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 Pale Rose Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 Pale Rose Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen
The PH 3½-3 Glass Pendant is one of many advanced projects undertaken by Poul Henningsen in the development of his ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Modernist Pagoda Style Disc Chandelier in Chrome & Hand Blown Murano Topaz Glass
Located in New York, NY
This elegant chandelier was realized in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for their superlative glass production. It features a pagoda style bo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Huge Art Deco Swarovski Crystal Brass Chandelier, Austria, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A large, glamorous Hollywood-Regency style nine-light flush mount or ceiling light, Austra, 1960s. Handcrafted of Swarovski crystals and brass forming a diamond shape, six fixed tier...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Pendant Lamp by Yasha Heifetz for Rotaflex Heifetz 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Simple Rotaflex pendulum after a draft of Yasha Heifetz from the 60s.
Minimalist pendant lamp made of plastic. The symmetrical luminaire body consists of a translucent plastic (roto...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic
Substantial Brass Pendant Light by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen, 1960s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Substantial Brutalist Brass Pendant Light designed Svend Aage Holm Sørensen in the 1960s.
* Large pendant light with layered flame-cut brass slates
* Designer: Svend Aage Holm Sør...
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1960s Danish Brutalist Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Tronchi Chandelier, Pink Alabaster
By Mazzega
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
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Angel Brass Empire Chandelier Lustre Lamp Antique Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a stunning Brass Baroque Empire Chandelier, reminiscent of the classical style of the Empire era. This is a new reproduction, and several are available, ensuring you can bring this classic beauty to your space.
Measuring a total height of 140 cm, with a height of 99 cm without the chain, and a diameter of 83 cm, this chandelier weighs approximately 18 kg.
With 18-light bulb sockets (E14 base), this chandelier offers a radiant glow, making it a striking centerpiece in any space. Its wiring is compatible with the USA, ensuring easy installation and convenience.
Experience the beauty of this chandelier with confidence, as it features new electricity and a new cable, ready to hang and enchant your surroundings. The total length of the chandelier is variable, providing flexibility to suit your specific preferences and room size.
Indulge in the grandeur of this Brass Empire Chandelier...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Wire
$8,952 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Capiz Shell Lotus Ball Chandelier Pendant Light Germany, 1960s
By Rausch, Verner Panton
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Capiz shell Lotus ball chandelier pendant light Germany, 1960s
It requires 1 x E27 standard bulbs with 100W max each.
A lig...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Arts & Crafts Hand-Crafted Forget and Pendant Lobby Lamp, 1930s
Located in Verviers, BE
Forget pendant lamp.
Materials: Black painted curved iron slats pleated as a cage.
Metal chain and canopy.
New E27 socket And Rewiring
AS SERVICE: We can adjust the lamp Height fo...
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1930s Belgian Arts and Crafts Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
French Amber Color Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Chandelier, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
A magnificent Neoclassical style amber color alabaster pendant ceiling light fixture with an ornate bronze frame. France, 1920s.
This masterfully carved beautiful alabaster bowl is held by a bronze rim with leaf-shaped attachments and suspended by three ornate bronze chains and a richly, with leaf decor decorated, bronze ceiling rose.
The light shining through the amber color stone...
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1920s French Neoclassical Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
15-Light Gilded Metal And Crystal Ceiling Light Attributed to Maison Baguès
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century gilded metal and crystal ceiling light attributed to Maison Baguès 15 lights, 1960s
Intact and in good condition.
Observe how the golden metal leaves are covered by cryst...
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1960s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Murano Glass Hanging Grapes & Leaves Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Murano Glass Hanging Grapes and Leaves Chandelier
Italy, circa 1950s
This exquisite Murano Glass Hanging Grapes & Leaves Chandelier, made in Italy circa 1950s, is a captivating exa...
Category
20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$1,516 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Mid Century Star Shaped Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of four circa 1950's French star-shaped light fixture with interior light. Sold individually.
Measurements:
Drop: 19"
Diameter: 15"
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1950s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
FLOS Parentesi Pendant Light in Red by Achille Castiglioni & Pio Manzu
Located in Brooklyn, NY
UL Listed and Dimmable
Borne out of a 1971 collaboration between Achille Castiglioni and Pio Manzù, the Parentesi was named for the parenthesis symbol—a visual reference to the nick...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Large Max Ingrand Pendant, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Large model 1954 pendant by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte from the 1950s. A large satin glass diffuser with a black lacquered shade sits on a minimal brass structure. Nice condition w...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
$5,969 / item
Large Artichoke White Opal Hanging Lamp by Peill and Putzler, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This hanging lamp by Peill & Putzler, made in Germany in the 1970s, is a striking example of contemporary design. Its form resembles an artichoke, adding a touch of elegance to any s...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Vistosi Lio Pendant Light in Crystal And White
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
Pendant light with a minimal, unobtrusive design that makes the most of the light source, thanks to the translucent white band inserted in the glass. LED dimmable lighting. Dimension...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Brass Chandelier from Kaiser Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and rare Sputnik lamp from the 1960s.
The structured lampshades spread a sparkling light.
The lamp is very high quality.
Very contemporary design with a fantastic charisma....
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1960s German Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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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