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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Empire Brass Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Light Antique Classical
Located in Berlin, DE
Old chandelier lovingly and expertly restored in Berlin. Electrical installations work in the USA. Rewired and ready to hang. None is missing. Wiring completely renewed. Crystal, han...
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1820s Italian Baroque Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Daniela Puppa Ceiling Lamp Fontana Arte Italian Design Olimpya
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Daniela Puppa ceiling lamp Fontana Arte Italian design Olimpya.
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Timeless Midcentury Modern White Alabaster & Brass Flush Mount / Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Timeless and superb condition pair of alabaster light fixtures.
This identical pair of alabaster shade pendant lights is another one of our recent great finds. Apart from a slight c...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze
Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Big Large Palace Lamp Chateau Lustre
Located in Berlin, DE
Montgolfière Style Chandelier - Empire Elegance with Customizability
Introducing a new Montgolfière style chandelier that exudes the charm of the Empire era, reimagined with modern ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Iron, Wire
Murano Green and Transparent Art Glass MidCentury Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
A riot of leaves, with an elegant green leaf color. Refinement and class as in the Murano style, unique pieces that always remain precious.
White iron structure with green and trans...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
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
Materials
Metal
Stained Pine Wood Chandelier by Uno Dahlen for Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Uno Dahlen, Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Stained Pine Wood Chandelier designed by Uno Dahlen for Aneta in the 1970s. An exquisite piece for a beautiful place.
* Stained pine wood chandelier with three lights and glass sha...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Wood, Pine
Edie Pendant Grouping by Lightmaker Studio
Located in Kingston, Ontario
The Edie Pendant pairs two similar forms in hand-blown glass.
Pure shapes, geometry, rhythm and repetition create a harmonious whole when used in multi...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21” H x 11.25” W x 5” D
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.375” H x 3.7...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Stylish Arts & Crafts Bronze & Clear Glass Beveled Panels Lantern Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Top quality and large size, handcrafted, triple light entry-hall lantern.
With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialities, we are always happy to find a pendant, lantern...
Category
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Brass
Daniel Becker 'Dune 6' Suspension Lamp in Anodized Aluminum for Moss Objects
Located in Glendale, CA
Daniel Becker 'Dune 6' Suspension Lamp in Anodized Aluminum for Moss Objects
Designed by Berlin luminary Daniel Becker, the 'Dune' collection covers countless architectural applicat...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Gorgeous Murano Poliedri Chandelier - Carlo Scarpa Style - 138 pink glasses
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Elegant Italian chandelier made from 138 beautiful Murano pink glasses "poliedri". Structure in gold and brass colored metal. The Poliedri is one of the most prestigious Murano glass...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
A Large 180 Interlocking Elements Carlo Nason Mazzega Chandelier, 1960's Murano
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in London, Fitzrovia
This is quite an impressive large 12 bulbs 1960's classic tiered Murano chandelier with around 180 C shaped transparent Mazzega Murano interlocking glass elements by Carlo Nason, all...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Huge Foliage Floral Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Metal
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rosebush tree ornate ceiling flush mount, hand forged gilt iron, Spain, 1950s-1960s.
Monumental large size ( 42,12) hand-hammered gilt iron foliage flower bush ceiling light fixture...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron
21st Century Chandelier 8Lights White Murano Glass, Golden Details by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Serenade chandelier 8 lights white Murano glass, golden details ivory cotton lampshades by Multiforme
Serenade collection is inspired by a contemporary and international design, simp...
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Verner Panton 'Spiral SP1' Pendant in Gold for Verpan
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton 'Spiral SP1' in Gold for Verpan. New, current production.
The Spiral collection is not only a great example of Panton’s experimental approach to colours and shapes, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic
Green Enamel French Vintage Industrial Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Green French Enamel Factory Pendant Light
Thick quality Enamel.
Used in warehouses and factories.
Weight: 1.50 kg / 3.3 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suit...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Lagu Kumo Handcrafted Decorative Cloudy Pendant Lighting 50cm 19''
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Kumo Pendant Lighting resembles a cloud floating in the air with its light and elegant form.
Thanks to its handcrafted twisted stainless steel wire, it diffuses the light softly and...
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2010s Turkish Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stainless Steel
Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Palace Lamp Chateau Lustre Silver
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a captivating blend of Art Deco charm and Empire sophistication, our lead crystal chandelier is a testament to opulence and craftsmanship. Crafted in-house, we offer the flexibility of both smaller and larger sizes, ensuring the perfect fit for your space. Our team can even facilitate on-site installation, ensuring a seamless experience for you.
Key Features:
- Measures: Diameter 100 cm, Height 150 cm
- Accommodates 34 x E14 bulbs
This chandelier is an embodiment of refined style, fusing the allure of Art Deco aesthetics with the grandeur of Empire design. Crafted from premium lead crystal, it radiates luxury and timeless beauty.
Its measurements, with a diameter of 100 cm and a height of 150 cm, ensure a commanding presence that captures attention and admiration. With 34 E14 bulb sockets, it bathes your surroundings in a luminous glow, creating an ambiance that's both inviting and sophisticated.
Whether for an intimate setting or a grand hall, this chandelier offers a touch of regal elegance that complements various spaces. Its exquisite construction and lead crystal elements evoke a sense of luxury and refinement.
With a commitment to exceptional quality, we offer various sizing options to suit your needs. Our experienced team can even facilitate on-site installation, ensuring the chandelier becomes an integral part of your space seamlessly.
Experience the allure of the Art Deco era with this crystal chandelier that exudes timeless beauty and sophistication. Its Empire sac...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Wire
Set of Large Italian Mid-Century Chandeliers, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of three circa 1960's Italian midcentury gilt-metal 18-arm chandeliers. Sold individually.
Measurements:
Drop: 17" min. drop
diameter: 42"
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Limburg Brass with Smoked Glass Ball Pendant, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large smoked glass ball pendant, manufactured by Limburg, Germany, circa 1970-1979.
Sockets: One x E27 standard bulb and compatible also with the ...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Smoked Glass
Handcrafted artist 1950s parchment paper bag lamp
Located in Hannover, DE
This small lamp is exceptional, extremely rare and its shape is spot on, and despite its size it draws the eye. The shape of this lamp shows that someone with a feel for the right de...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Straw, Paper, Parchment Paper
1970s Pair Beautiful Vintage Italian Murano Chandeliers, 24 Blue Disks
By Vistosi
Located in Budapest, HU
Pair Vintage Italian Murano chandeliers in Vistosi style. The chandelier has 24 fantastic iridescent alabaster discs in a nickel metal frame.
Period: late 20th century
Dimensions:41....
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Rare French Art Deco Wrought-Iron Snake and Alabaster Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Chandelier, 1928 – Alabaster Shade with Wrought Iron Frame. This rare and exceptional French Art Deco chandelier, made in 1928, features a magnificent alabaster shade...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century "Tulipan" Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Imposing chandelier manufactured by J.T. Kalmar in Vienna in the 1960s.
Wooden plate white painted with chains with 138 handblown art glass balls. Fitted with one E40 sockets up to 5...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Champagne Yellow Gold Murano Drops Crystal Prisms Chandelier circa 1920
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing four lights total. One light in centre top. The three encircling sit on wood posts and crystal bobeches dripping with champagne color Murano drops. Gilt metal with glass flo...
Category
1920s French Baroque Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Louis Poulsen Lp Charisma King Cone Pendant with Plexi Shell & Silver Interior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Louis Poulsen cone pendant with plexi shell and metal interior. In original condition with some visible scuffing on the edge of the opening, consistent with their age and use.
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Beautiful 1970s Vintage Italian Murano Chandeliers, 24 Pink Disks
By Vistosi
Located in Budapest, HU
Vintage pair of Italian Murano chandeliers in Vistosi style. Each chandeliers has 24 fantastic iridescent alabaster pink discs in a nickel metal frame...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Organic Modern Cypress 33" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
Limited-Edition Mid-Century Modern Cypress Veneer Pendant Light: A Natural Masterpiece
Bring the beauty of nature indoors with this stunning, limited-edition mid-century modern cypr...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Cypress
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
Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful ceiling light with hand-painted glass shade and brass metal base. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage con...
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1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Adjustable Triennale 3 Arms Chandelier Brass, Stilnovo Style, Three Hues of Blue
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Beautiful chandelier with three arms that are counterbalanced. That allows to move the arms up and down. The heads are on a pivotting joint to they can reach any desired angle.
Thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Aluminum
Charming Murano Glass Tube Chandelier, 36 Amethyst Glass Tube
Located in Budapest, HU
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 36 large amethyst glass tubes in a star shape.
Period:late XX centur...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Rare & Elegant Mid Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed and manufactured in Germany, 1960s.
Executed in orange enameled aluminium and opaline glass, ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Model 3024 Pendant, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model 3024 Pendant, designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1930/1940s. Brass frame with opaline glass shades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age an...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1970'S German Industrial Brass Conical Pendant Light with Cage & Glass Lens
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
The large industrial brass ceiling light is made in Germany in the 1970's. It features a protective cage over the glass lens which protects the lamp holder. The made body of the fixt...
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1970s German Industrial Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Elegant Murano Poliedri Chandelier - Carlo Scarpa - 84 amethyst glasses
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Elegant Italian chandelier made from 84 beautiful Murano amethyst glasses "poliedri." Structure in gold and brass colored metal. The Poliedri is one of the most prestigious Murano gl...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Aperture 4
By Allied Maker
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
Materials
Brass
Bauhaus Groove Series Orb Pendant in Ruby, Handmade Modern Glass Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Primary shapes in primary colors: this new series of Groove Series pendants is inspired by the Bauhaus movement and features even cleaner lines with these simpler forms. Like all of...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Italian Chandelier 5 Arms Clear Murano Glass Black Details by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Capriccio by Multiforme is a chandelier, in clear artistic glass, black details with curly ornamental elements.
Inspired by the classic Venetian tradition it is characterized by a ce...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Petitot Art Deco Wrought-Iron Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco chandelier by Petitot (Paris), France, circa 1925. Frosted glass and wrought iron. 3 stylized frosted glass shades. Wrought iron fixture. Size: Height 26.4" (67cm), d...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Hollywood Regency Six Light Seahorse & Coral Motif Chandelier, Circa 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hollywood Regency Six Light Seahorse & Coral Motif Chandelier, Circa 1970s
It is an exquisite statement piece that embodies coastal elegance with a touch of vintage glamour. Made fr...
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Composition, Metal
Vintage Handblown C1960s Four Branch Multicoloured Murano Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A Lovely Floral Multicoloured Venetian Chandelier
Very Elegant Design with Floral Leaf Decoration with Accentuating Vibrant Colours
This Chandelier has been Cleaned and Rewired
Date...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Set of Midcentury Patinated Bronze Light Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of six circa 1950s Italian patinated bronze Italian light fixtures with frosted glass and interior lights. Sold individually.
Measurements:
Diameter: 15"
Minimum drop: 21".
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Danish Modern Mirror Chrome Pendant Lamps by Frank Bentler, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare set of mirror chrome-plated hanging pendant lights designed by Frank Bentler for his own company Bentler Belysning in Denmark during the late 1960s or early 70s. These ceiling...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
French Louis XVI Style Bronze and Red Fabric Shade Pendant Chandelier, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
An elegant French Louis XVI style bronze chandelier with red fabric drum lampshade. This beautiful chandelier is suspended by four ornate bronze chains and features bronze floral gar...
Category
1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Large Amber and Brass Murano Triedri Chandelier
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Massive amber tone chandelier with three shades of triedri crystals one is clear, one is cased glass with a lighter shade of amber and one has a darker shade of amber. The differen...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Midcentury Hexagon Interconnected Murano Chandelier, 1970's
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Unique and marvellous Italian Murano glass midcentury chandelier. This chandelier was made during the 1970s in Italy.
This chandelier is composed by 152 units of clear hexagon Murano glasses...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Exceptional Five Flamed Art Deco Cubist Brass Chandelier or Pendant Lamp 1920s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and decorative five-flamed Cubist Art Deco brass chandelier or pendant lamp. Designed and manufactured probably in Germany, 1920s. In the Style of Dagobert Peche.
Exe...
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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Charming Murano Chandelier by Valentina Planta
Located in Budapest, HU
Fascinating Murano chandelier.It is composed of 30 star-shaped panes of pure Murano glass. The height is adjustable according to the height of the ceiling. At no extra cost we will r...
Category
2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Venini Midcentury Triedri Glass Prism Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Astoria, NY
Venini Triedri Glass Prism Chandelier, 20th century, with three tiers of prisms and chrome frame. 17" H x 20" Diameter. Provenance: From a New York City Collection.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
White ceramic & silicone cable 1979 Donato Savoie pendant lamp by Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Donato Savoie pendant lamp by Ingo Maurer, no longer in production.
Category
1970s German Post-Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Fantastic Italian Chandelier Ceiling Light, Murano 1980
Located in Budapest, HU
Palmette ceiling lights: Made by 163 Murano trasparent glasses in a gold metal frame. Murano blown glass in a traditional way. Structure in gold colored metal.
Period: 1980's
Dimensi...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Zeiss Ikon IK180 Mercury Mirror Glass Pendant Lights
By Zeiss Ikon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Zeiss Ikon mercury mirror glass pendant by Adolf Meyer
aluminum top
2 meter / 80" black cotton flex
Weight: 1.20 kg / 2.6 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made s...
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Spanish Modernist Woven Wicker Rattan Palm Pendant Light, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant handcrafted bamboo and rattan / wicker weave flower shaped or palm pendant hanging lamp, Spain, 1960s.
This beautiful suspension lamp features af...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker, Paper, Rattan
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL 56 Pendant in Chrome for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL 56 Pendant in Polished Brass for Louis Poulsen. Designed in 1956, current production.
The well-known functionalist architect, Vilhelm Lauritzen designed the VL ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ring 80 Contemporary Pendant Lamp, White Art Glass Silvered
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
RING
Infinity, symbol of eternity
Welcome to the brilliant new Gem at home!
More than just a pendant lamp, Sabrina Landini’s Ring embodies a symbol of eternity while retaining al...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large Murano Glass Chandelier Italy 1980s
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern Murano glass chandelier attributed to Mazzega, Italy, 1980s.
Large Vintage translucent and textured Murano glass chandelier, with gold-plated frame, canopy and cha...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Plate
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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