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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Finnish Art Deco Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Globes, 1930s
Located in Karis, Nyland
This elegant Art Deco chandelier was manufactured and designed in Finland in the 1930s/40s. The light features three opaline glass globes and oxidised brass hardware giving it a lux...
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1930s Finnish Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pair of Midcentury Pendant Lantern Italian Design Brass White Murano Stilnovo
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of midcentury pendant lantern Italian design brass white Murano Stilnovo Measures: Only glass height cm.2, diameter cm.18 1 light bulb E27 max 100...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Alabaster Art Nouveau Pendant Light, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Nouveau pendant light. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Original multi-colored alabaster shade with original brass canopy and rope cords. This wonderful Ar...
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Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Brass

Opaline Glass Gold Striped Vintage European Globe Brass Top Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Opaline glass, 3 gold stripes globe glass pendant. Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by interna...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Art Nouveau Glass and Brass Pende, Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Very important early design by Josef Hoffmann. See figure: The Studio 1906, C14 Art Revival in Austria brass, crystal-glass, opaline-glass on the chain. Length custom-made All comp...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Art Nouveau Empire Crystal Chandelier Ceiling Lamp 1930s
Located in Berlin, DE
Immerse yourself in the magic of yesteryear with these exquisite hand-knotted crystal chandeliers, a blend of elegance and Art Nouveau opulence. Carefully restored in Berlin, these c...
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Early 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

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

1950 Large Rope Chandelier by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Composed of 4 large rope arms, the 4 arms are connected by a rope at the bottom, then flare out to form a round shape, then connected again by a rope. At the bottom, they flare out a...
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1950s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rope

Pair of Vintage Industrial Copper Pendant Lights circa 1960s w Blown Glass Domes
Located in Lisse, NL
Kindly note that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase. ...
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Early 20th Century European Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze, Copper

Large Modern "Ludo" Chandelier in White Enamel and Brass by Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Large 10-arm round "Ludo" Chandelier shown in natural brass and our "Perfect White" enamel fabricated in NYC by Blueprint Lighting. The wide band and distinct shape make the Ludo a strong design statement and an exercise in playful modernism. Swiveling head allows for cone adjustment. The spun aluminium cones are influenced by vintage a 1950s Italian design. This design is strongly influenced by both French and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. Enamel color may be specified. Our extensive list of 36 standard enamel colors are shown in the final image. Frame and hardware patina may be specified, but may impact lead time and cost slightly. We also make corresponding wall sconces articulated reading lights in this design and can produce this chandelier at practically any size oval or circle.  Total dimensions as shown are 64" diameter and 64" overall height--these dimensions are easily able to be customized. This piece may use any E12 candelabra base bulb up to 60 watts (or use LED). Bulbs are not included. UL listed. Striking design scaled to work well in a dining room, foyer or entryway. Lovely in a master suite, living room or glam room...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel

MCM "Cascade" Mazzega Chandelier by Carlo Nason in Opalescent Murano Glass
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Mid-Century Modern chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega in a blue opalescent hue, consisting of two stages of glass blades. It measures 85cm tall in its current arrangement, but c...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Transcendence 2 by Ango, Diaphanous Cloud Pendant Light, Hand-Crafted Edition
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
Transcendence 2 by Ango is a sculptural pendant light handcrafted in Thailand using a breakthrough composite of mulberry tree bark fibre and recycled f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Composition

Murano Green Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
Fantastic round chandelier in Murano glass and polished brass. Note the shape of the half shells in green Murano glass, very beautiful and particular. Linear Murano chandelier, simpl...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Industrial Petrol Enamel Factory Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial green ( petrol ) enamel factory pendant light made in Poland during the 1960s. White enamel inside the shade. The bakelite socket with iron hook requires standard E 27/ E2...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Enamel, Iron

Italian Postmodern Aggregato Pendant Lamp by Enzo Mari & Giancarlo Fassina 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Train pendant lamp from the aggregato series from the italian manufacturer artemide according to a design by enzo mari and giancarlo fassina from the 197...
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Small Opaline White Happy Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass - Made to Order
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Small opaline white happy pendant light, hand blown glass by Siemon & Salazar, canopy included Glass measures 4.5”T x 4.5”W Th...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Nature Mood Chandelier 5 Arms upwards Smoky Murano Glass by Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Swing 275 chandelier, 5 upwards lights, encased smoky Murano glass by Multiforme. The collection of Murano glass chandeliers Swing 275 is one of our collections that most differs f...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Early 20th Century Spanish Louis XIV Style Antique Brass Chandelier
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century Spanish Louis XIV Style Antique Brass and Crystal Chandelier Great vintage condition. Measures 20" in diameter...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Louis XIV Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass, Ormolu

Archimede Seguso Mid-Century Modern Murano Blown Amber Glass Pendant Lamp, 1945
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Wonderful suspension lamp in amber glass by Archimede Seguso. Murano glass is hand blown bubbles with an amber tinge Rewired with two 40 watt bulbs. The chain with rose window and...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

1900 Caldwell’s Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Caldwell beautiful leaded glass light fixture with interior lights.
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Early 1900s American Neoclassical Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Paavo Tynell 'A1967' Brass Counterweight Pendant Lamp for GUBI
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell 'A1967' Brass Counterweight Pendant Lamp for GUBI. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell, encompassing several variations of a classic 1950s Tynell design, this family of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Contemporary Brass Ring Pendant Led
Located in Roeselare, BE
Pendant in brass in ring form with flexible led strips, power supply either on distance, or in the ring itself or in the canopy. Overall height can be chosen.
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2010s Belgian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Murano Glass Ceiling Pendant by Mazzega, Italy circa 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Murano glass ceiling pendant by Mazzega. Made in Italy, 1960s. Murano glass, chrome plated metal. Takes 1 medium bulb. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Overall drop is adjusta...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 70.5 ” H x 17.5 ” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy: 3.375 ” H x 3.375” W x 3.375” D Cord ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Pine

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

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Brass

Charming Trasparent Murano Glass Chandelier by Barovier e Toso, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Murano chandelier by artist Ercole Barovier. The pendant consists of glass elements and a brass structure. It mounts a European standard e27 lamp. It measures 75 centimetre...
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1950s Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Murano disc chandelier alabaster iridescent
Located in Budapest, HU
Italian Murano chandelier. The chandelier has 57 Murano white albaster iridescent glass disks. The glasses are now unavailable, they have the particularity of reflecting a multiplici...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Adjustable Brass Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, 1970s Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Designed by Florian Schulz and crafted in Germany in the 1970s, this pendant light captivates with its elegant and functional design. Its sleek, minimalist aesthetic reflects the era...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

One of a Kind & Small Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Light with Unique Color Pattern
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautifully rounded and amazing color pattern alabaster pendant. If you are looking for a unique and great quality antique light fixture to grace your living space then this beautifully designed and all-handcrafted alabaster chandelier could be perfect for you. We have seen and sold many alabaster light fixtures and thanks to their true beauty and timeless designs we are certain we will make many more clients happy with them. However, we don't think we will ever again find one with an alabaster shade with such a unique and aesthetically beautiful natural pattern. This really is a one of a kind find and the combination of the timeless alabaster shade, its unique color pattern, the matching shape canopy AND the complementing color rope is an absolute joy to look at. Have you also noticed the three unique and intricately knotted suspension points? They are like the icing on the cake of this work of art (deco) light fixture. Thanks to the metal hook inside the canopy, mounting this light onto your ceiling is child's play. This alabaster pendant has a very warm look and feel and it radiates the kind of light that makes you immediately feel at home. Mind you, this antique light is rewired to the highest standard for safe and immediate usage the world over. If you like this wonderful creation-of-mother-nature light...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Brass

French Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Rope, Brass, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An etched glass, brass and beige rope pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.0"H x 14.5"W x 14.5"D Cord Length (inches): 10.5” Di...
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1930s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Clear Happy Pendant Light, Line Voltage, Hand Blown Glass - Made to Order
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Large clear happy pendant by Siemon & Salazar, made to order. Measures: 6” T x 7” W. These works play with the reflective and malleable qualities ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Large Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
An exceptionally beautiful and large chandelier from the 1950s. This large lamp is very rare and impresses with its loving details. A stunning lamp and a true asset to any home. Man...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

French Bronze Chandelier With Crystal Beaded Cup Early 1900s
Located in Milano, MI
Early 1900s French Bronze And Crystal Entrance Chandelier with the reflective body composed of an inverted dome of English pearls with a sloping diameter. The frame of this Empire-st...
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Early 20th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Set of Art Deco Alabaster Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of four circa 1960s Italian Art Deco style alabaster fixtures with 4 interior lights. Sold individually. Measurements: Diameter 16" Drop 6"
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1960s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster

Gold-toned Mid Century Style Blown Glass Lantern Laced with Wrought Iron Girdle
Located in Asheville, NC
Classic shaped mid 70s style hanging fixture with iron-wrapped glass adorned with decorative gold foil leaves at crown and base. 69" chain
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Sleek Circular Suspension Chandelier With Crystals-Single Tier/Copper Plated
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Drawing inspiration from the Latin word Spacium, meaning "space," this design embodies an elegant balance of power and refinement. Carefully crafted by hand, it radiates a sense of g...
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2010s European Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Stainless Steel

Pendant, Itsu, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant, manufactured by Itsu, 1950s. Glass shades, brass frame. Manufacturer's mark. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Set of 3 Amber Glass and Brass Pendant Lights Glasshütte, Germany 1970s
Located in Lisse, NL
A stunning set of three mid-century modern pendant lights by Herbert Proft for Glasshütte, during the 1970s. Each pendant features a mouth-blown amber glass globe with a smooth surf...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Cypress Wood 19" Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
This pendant light features a contemporary Mid-Century Modern design with Scandinavian influences, showcasing a minimalist silhouette crafted from cypress wood veneer. Each light is...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Other

Pair of Amber Bubble Glass Pendant Lamps by Helena Tynell, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful pair of bubble glass pendant light designed by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg. A design Classic, the hand blown glass gives a wonderful warm glow. The dimensions: H...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Flower Shape Art Deco Bright Alabaster Pendant Light Ceiling Fixture Lamp
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
An elegant French Art Deco Alabaster ceiling lamp featuring a carved blossom-like decoration and its original alabaster canopy. This lamp is fitted with an E27 socket and has been ne...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster

Two Elegant Italian Mid-Century Brass and Glass Chandeliers, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant Italian Mid-Century Brass and Glass Chandeliers, 1970s — Multiple Pieces Available Beautiful collection of Italian mid-century chandeliers from the 1970s, crafted from warm-...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Early 20th Century Art Deco Glass Skyscraper Lantern Hallway Lamp
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
An Art Deco period Skyscraper Lantern/Hallway lamp. The molded green art glass shades is also called Skyscraper model. When the light is switched on, ...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Unique Pair of Large Murano Chandeliers made by Barovier & Toso, Italy 1970-1979
Located in Lisse, NL
* Kindly note that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase. Wonderful, good size and mint condition pair of Venetian, black art glass pendant lights. If you are looking for a rare and truly stylish pair of Murano art glass fixtures to grace your home then these handmade chandeliers could be perfect. With lighting as one of our specialities we were over the moon to finally find a pair of this rarity and beauty and that we were given the opportunity to purchase them. Over the years we have sold several unique Venetian pendants, but finding an original Barovier and Toso pair...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Swedish Designer, Pendant Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white opaline glass pendant lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.0"H x 10.5"W x 10.5"D Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25"H...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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

Pair Midcentury Italian Amber Murano Sconces
Located in Budapest, HU
Pair Vintage Italian Murano wall lights in the manner of Mazzega – amber glass petals. Wall lights have 10 amber glass petals (for each applique) i...
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Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Divine Large Pair Black & Gold Gilt Pagoda Bamboo Chinoiserie Lanterns Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A divine large pair of black & gold gilt pagoda bamboo form chinoiserie lanterns, each of the fixtures have been rewired and come with chain canopy and mounting hardware for installa...
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20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Chandeliers and Pendants

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Enamel, Iron

Angelo Lelii Perforated Brass Leaf Chandelier for Arredoluce Italy 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern hammered and perforated brass leaf chandelier or pendant light. Model n° 12369. With six organic shaped, rotating lam...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Modern Fabric Pendant Hand-Painted Light from Studio Mirei, Sirenetta (Single)
Located in New York, NY
Sirenetta Modern Fabric Pendant Hand-Painted Light from Studio Mirei, represented by Costantini Design Sirenetta; inspired by a sea siren. When the sun hits the horizon, imagine i...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Fabric, Natural Fiber

Aperture 4
Located in Glen Cove, NY
The Aperture series was created to provide a beautiful quality of light by combining bounce and ambient glow. The light source is held in a hand-spun perforated brass dome on one sid...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Aperture 4
Aperture 4
$8,350 / item
Pair of Large Tubular Chrome Chandeliers by Esperia Italy, 1970
Located in Vienna, AT
Large 30" italian Esperia chrome chandeliers from the 1970. Gorgeous pair of lights with bended chrome tubes and a beautiful canopy, both are in very good condition, sold individually.
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative ceiling light with embossed shade in opaline glass and chrome metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and...
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1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Charming Art Deco Italian Chandelier in Brass and Etched Glass Panels
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chandelier, etched glass, brass, Italy, 1930s This Italian chandelier from the 1930s stands out for its remarkable design and craftsmanship. Suspended from elegant brass rods, the f...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1960s Vintage Achille Castiglioni Attributed Cocoon hanging Pendant lamp
Located in Basel, BS
This stunning mid-century pendant, designed by Achille Castiglioni in Italy during the 1960s, is shaped like a diamond and has an unmistakable cocoon design. In exceptional condit...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Resin

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

Serge Roche Attributed Cast Painted Plaster Clam Shell Chandelier, 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Serge Roche Attributed Cast Lacquered Plaster Clam Shell Chandelier  Of the period, France, circa 1950s, attributed to Serge Roche (1898-1988) Sold indivi...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1950 Rope Chandelier by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Composed of 3 long rope light arms flaring out at the bottom, they are dressed with 3 off-white cotton conical shades, reworked to match. At the top, the 3 arms are held together by ...
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1650s French Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rope

Fontana Arte Style Mid-Century Italian Glass and Brass Chandelier 40s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This Mid-Century glass and brass chandelier in the 1940s Fontana Arte style.
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik Attribution, Pendant Light, Glass, Rope, Sweden, 1930
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow glass and beige rope pendant light attributed to Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Sweden, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.5"H x 14.0"W x 14.0"D Stem Length (inches): ...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rope, 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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