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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1960s
Venini Abaco 5-Light Pendant Light by Monica Guggisberg and Philip Baldwin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Abaco Suspension lamp, designed by Monica Guggisberg and Philip Baldwin and manufactured by Venini, is available with 5 lights (823.00). "One the one hand, the sphere: the most ubiqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

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

Materials

Aluminum

Large Diameter Sasco Pendant in Solid Brass with Matte Milk Glass Globe
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Large 20" diameter Sasco solid brass pendant with 8" satin milk glass globe. Our Brass finishes are: Brushed Brass, Aged Brass or Factory Brass which is an uneven weathered patina; a...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Gino Sarfatti Model No. 2065 Ceiling Light in Black and White for Astep
Located in Glendale, CA
Gino Sarfatti model no. 2065 ceiling lamp in black and white for Astep Designed in 1950, this is an authorized re-edition by Alessandro Sarfatti, grandson of Gino Sarfatti, who appl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

'Planet' Terrazzo Pendant Lamp by Bentu Design 'White, Black, Red or Blue'
Located in Paris, FR
Terrazzo pendant lamps designed by Cantonese studio Bentu Design Black wire 2m adjustable. Bulb G4 LED / 220V / 3W Measures: Ø 45 × H 15.5 cm These pendant lamps are available in d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Concrete

Foscarini Spokes 2 Large Suspension Lamp in Gold by Garcia and Cumini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Suspension lamp with diffused and direct down light. The opaque epoxy powder varnished steel spokes are attached to the upper part by two ABS/polycarbonate discs and to the lower par...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Foscarini Plass Suspension Lamp in Light Blue by Luca Nichetto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Suspension lamp with diffused and direct light. The large transparent polycarbonate diffuser is achieved using rotational molding, a technique which makes it possible to create hollo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Foscarini Plass Suspension Lamp in Grey by Luca Nichetto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Suspension lamp with diffused and direct light. The large transparent polycarbonate diffuser is achieved using rotational molding, a techniqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Bola Disc 12” Pendant Light in Rose Gold by Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bola Disc is a uniquely expressive LED pendant system featuring a distinctive range of chromated disc reflectors that give the illusion of weightlessness by mirroring its surrounding...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Bola Disc Pendant Light in Brass by Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bola disc is a uniquely expressive LED pendant system featuring a distinctive range of chromated disc reflectors that give the illusion of weightlessness by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Medium Swell Pendant Light in Black and Brass by Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Elegant with undulating contours, Swell Single is an LED pendant designed to seamlessly blend the line between indoor and outdoor lighting. Swell single can be suspended individually...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Groove Series Low Pod Pendant, Modern Handmade Glass Lighting
Located in New York, NY
These hanging lights feature an embedded groove that offers a precise, machine-made quality to offset these otherwise wholly handmade creations. Whether showcased individually, as an...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

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

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Concrete Ceiling Light 'Yi'
Located in Paris, FR
'Yi' concrete lighting designed by Cantonese studio Bentu design Material: Concrete, aluminum, demolition leftover concrete Size: 1245 x 48 x H 80 mm Weight: 5 kg Cord: Black, 3 m L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Concrete

Large set chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed glass globes, Cz 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed glass globes, Cz 1960 A mid-century chandeliers with a brass fixture and hand-blown glass globes was designed and produced i...
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Trapezi Three Lights Contemporary Pendant/Chandelier Lustro-Painted Blown Glass
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
The Trapezi contemporary chandelier is inspired by the IDEA of a Circus Trapeze Artist. Hand blown glass in a variety of forms and colors is combined with brass bars and hung by L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

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

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Bronze, Enamel

Concrete and Bamboo Ceiling Light 'Shang'
Located in Paris, FR
'Shang' concrete and bamboo lighting designed by Cantonese studio Bentu Design Dimensions: Ø22 x 24 cm Cord: 2 Meter black Light source: E27 LED 3W 100-240V 80Ra 200LM 2700K Bentu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Concrete

Concrete Lighting 'LV' Ceiling Light
Located in Paris, FR
'LV' concrete lightings designed by Cantonese studio Bentu design. Ceiling light LED GU10 7W 85-240V 80Ra 500LM 3000K (compatible with US electric system) Bentu Design's furnitur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Concrete

Concrete and Bamboo Ceiling Light 'Qie'
Located in Paris, FR
'Qie' concrete and bamboo lightings designed by Cantonese studio Bentu Design 3 dimensions available: Ø96×H162 mm Ø96×H178 mm Ø96×H219 mm E27 LED 3W 100-240V 80Ra 200LM 2700K B...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Concrete

Concrete Lighting 'LV' Tracklight
Located in Paris, FR
'LV' concrete lightings designed by Cantonese studio Bentu Design Track light LED GU10 7W 85-240V 80Ra 500LM 3000K (compatible with US electric system)...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Concrete

'Monarch' Pendant Lamp in Oil-Rubbed Bronze and White Enamel, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Enamel color may be specified. Our extensive list of 50+ standard enamel colors are shown in the final images there is no additional lead time or cost for these colors. Metal finish and/or patina may be specified, but may impact lead time and cost slightly. "Monarch" pendant light with shown in our hand-finished oil-rubbed bronze and our satin "Perfect White" creamy enamel fabricated in NYC by Blueprint Lighting, 2018. The wide brass band and dramatically scaled flared cone makes the Monarch a strong design statement. This design is strongly influenced by both French and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. We are also able to make wall sconces, articulated wall-mount reading lamps, small chandeliers as well as larger and multi-tier chandeliers with the "Monarch" cone! Available to view at our NYC showroom in Chelsea! Dimensions as shown: The cones are 9" height , 5" diameter of the upper cone, 9" diameter of the lower cone. Total overall height as shown is 30", but may be easily edited to fit your space at no additional cost. This piece may use any E12 candelabra base bulb up to 60 watts (or use LED). Bulbs not included. Fabricated entirely of UL-listed components. Handsome design scaled to work well in a breakfast nook, in a foyer, a forlorn corner, as a reading lamp, a bedside lamp or flanking a bathroom or powder room vanity. The perfect luxe addition to a master suite, nursery or glam room. Strong enough to stand alone, but especially impactful in groupings over a bar, in a library, over a pool table...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze, Copper, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel, Aluminum, Brass

'Monarch' 3-Arm Modern Pendant in Brass and Blue Enamel by Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Enamel color may be specified. Our extensive list of 36 standard enamel colors are shown in the final images-- there is no additional lead time or cost for these colors. Metal finish...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel

Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in Red
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1965' pendant lamp in red. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforated brass metal shade with white interio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in Black
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1965' pendant lamp in black. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Articulated Sconce Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Style Solid Brass Black and White
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This exquisite sconce is a nod to the timeless pieces crafted by mid-century modern Italian studios Arteluce and Stilnovo in the 1950s, but with a unique and distinctive design that will add elegance and sophistication to any home. Expertly made by a specialized workshop in mid-century modern design, every aspect of this lamp is meticulously crafted to match the hard-to-find lamps from the 1950s. Its versatile nature makes it perfect for placement on the side of a fireplace, giving light to a console or kitchen island, or illuminating a reading sofa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal, Aluminum

Large Daniel Becker 'Emily 5' Chandelier in Anthracite for Moss Objects
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Daniel Becker 'Emily 5' chandelier in anthracite for Moss Objects. Designed by Berlin luminary Daniel Becker and handmade to order using mid-century manu...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Concrete Pendant Lamps 'Bang II' by Bentu Design 'Large Size'
Located in Paris, FR
Concrete ceiling lamps designed by Cantonese studio Bentu Design. Material: Concrete, demolition leftover concrete Size: Ø34×1000 mm Weight: 1.7 kg Color: Cement grey Cord: 2 m, bla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Concrete

Concrete Pendant Lamps 'Bang II' by Bentu Design
Located in Paris, FR
Concrete ceiling lamps designed by Cantonese studio Bentu design. Three sizes available. Sold individually. Material: Concrete, demolition lef...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Concrete

Concrete Pendant Lamps 'Bang II' by Bentu Design 'Medium Size'
Located in Paris, FR
Concrete ceiling lamps designed by Cantonese studio Bentu design. Material: Concrete, demolition leftover concrete Size: Ø34×400 mm Weight: 0.75 kg Colour: Cement grey Cord: 2m, Bla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Concrete

Concrete Pendant Lamps 'Bang II' by Bentu Design 'Small Size'
Located in Paris, FR
Concrete ceiling lamps designed by Cantonese Studio Bentu design. Material: Concrete, demolition leftover concrete Size: Ø 34×200 mm Weight: 0.37 kg Color: Cement grey Cord: 2m, bla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Concrete

SLAMP Clizia Large Pendant Light in Orange by Adriano Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Clizia is a series of shapes fit together to create a perfect balance of reflections and transparencies. The lamp has taken note of natural forms, resembling a cloud that captures th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

6" Benedict Pendant, Prussian Blue, Polished & Blackened Brass & Opal Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Benedict™ Pendant celebrates the defining detail of the Benedict™ Series. Two nested spun brass hemispheres cradle a hand blown glass globe. This...
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2010s American Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Brass

FLOS Viscontea Pendant Light by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The cocoon-like structure suggests transformation, and here it is the gorgeously glowing diffused light that recreates the ambiance of any room the Viscontea is featured in. The inte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

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

Materials

Nickel

Five Pendants by Venini, Italy, circa 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Five pendants by Venini, Italy, circa 1960s with original glasses Original condition Price and sale per piece.  
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel, Brass

Caeli-S Handcrafted Brass Rattan Pendant Light Fixture, Flow Collection
Located in Paris, FR
The Caeli-S contemporary handcrafted made-to-measure pendant light fixture features an expertly handcrafted brass structure and a hand-woven rattan shade. This piece creates a warm a...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Sconces Pivot Shade Stilnovo Style, Twin Bulb, Jbox, Solid Brass Patina
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Colors available are sage, ivory and matte black. The two shades can be made in different colors. See other chandeliers in my storefront for matching possibilities. The inside of the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass, Metal

Gigantic Murano Blown Ceiling Fixture
Located in Westport, CT
Blown in a soft gold toned color this lovely extra large dome shaped ceiling fixture with finial is illuminated with 5 medium base lights, non UL please note weight of 36 lbs Origi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Six Arms Brass Chandelier, Ivory Sage Pivot Shades, Stilnovo Style, Twelve Bulbs
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This six-arm spider chandelier features a combination of ivory and sage colors, with a natural patina brass finish. The pivoting heads allow for easy light distribution throughout the room, with the upper shades contributing to ambiance lighting and the lower shades providing direct lighting. It measures 54 in. (135 cm) in diameter and has 12 bulbs, providing ample light output for your dining or living room. The chandelier is a Silvio Piattelli design...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Aluminum, Metal

Pendant TU, Terrazzo and Concrete Pendant Lamp, Black or White
Located in Paris, FR
Black, white, red or blue terrazzo and concrete ceiling lamp designed by Cantonese studio Bentu design. Measures: 10.4 cm high; 9.6 cm diameter ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Concrete

Large Counterbalance Ceiling Fixture, White Enamel + Brass by Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted and made to order, the Counterbalance commands attention with its fluid architectural silhouette, built from a thoughtfully curated palette of on-trend colors and metal f...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Aluminum, Nickel

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

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Aluminum

Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished brass patina, straight from the workshop. Also available in three standard finishes: Satin brass, Aged Brass, Antique Brass; and also painted or powder coated finishes. Glass globe comes in matte or gloss white. Overall drop height can be to your specifications. This listing is for the 12" diameter, also available in a 20" diameter, please see our other Large Sasco...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Concrete Pendant Lamp 'Ren 1' by Bentu Design
Located in Paris, FR
Ren 1 Concrete ceiling lamp designed by Cantonese studio Bentu Design 31.7 cm High; 20.2 cm Diameter Concrete Black wire 2m adjustable. Bulb: E27 LED 7W 100-240V 80Ra 700LM 3400K ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Concrete

"Il Pezzo 12 Round Chandelier" - height 120cm/47.2" - bronze - crystal - LEDs
Located in Firenze, IT
Il Pezzo 12 is a female figure suspended in the air, carrying in her womb the light. It’s nimble, refined, addictive. The solid clearest crystal, brilliantly illuminated by two LEDs,...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass, Bronze

U Concrete Pendant Lamp by Bentu Design
Located in Paris, FR
Concrete ceiling lamp designed by Cantonese studio Bentu Design. (Sold individually) 18 cm High; 9,6 cm Diameter Wire: 2Meters Black, Red, Yellow or Blue (adjustable) Lamp Type: E2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Concrete

6-foot Pendant Light in Black Walnut with Brass Fixtures by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
It’s believed that ancient Egyptians may have had the technology to harness electricity and create light thousands of years ago. This technology is referred to as the light of the Dendera Temple. This customizable pendant light...
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2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

4-foot Pendant Light in Black Walnut with Brass Fixtures by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
It’s believed that ancient Egyptians may have had the technology to harness electricity and create light thousands of years ago. This technology is referred to as the light of the Dendera Temple. This customizable pendant light...
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2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Elegant Black and Brass Adjustable Three-Arm Triennale Style Chandelier
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Black and brass adjustable three-arm Triennale style chandelier Please note price listed is for one chandelier as I have many requests for single item. Superb classy variation of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Chandelier, Black Ivory Pivoting Shades, Twin Bulb, Patina Brass, Stilnovo Style
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Lovely small chandelier for entries or corridors. Midcentury cluster three-arm chandelier with a Classic two-tone head. Made by a lab specialized in midcentury restoration. Owner i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

Italian Adjustable Three-Arm Triennale Style Chandelier, Brass Patinated
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The chandelier draws inspiration from the iconic 1950s light fixtures made by the mid-century modern Italian studios Arteluce and Stilnovo, specifically the Triennale lamp by Angelo ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass, Metal

Ballroom Diamond Cut Clear Glass Pendant
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With attention to the details the original mouthblown glass has been decorated with handmade facets. This gives the lamp a refined and crystal similar appearance. Gold painted edge,...
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2010s Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Bride Pendant Large White-Ceiling Lamp Created from Paper
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Design by Ieva Kaleja for 'Mammalampa”. The bride’s “dress” is created from paper presenting this traditional lamp material in an unusual solution. As lig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Paper

Twelve Arms Natural Patina Brass Chandelier, Ivory Pivoting Heads, Twin Bulbs
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Monumental 80in - 2 meter diameter chandelier. Mid-Century twelve arms spider chandelier with ivory head and natural patinated brass. A statement piece for a large living room, publi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

Italian Pendant Light in Silver Metal, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Italian pendant light in silver metal, 1960s Variable height.
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

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

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Metal

Antique, Vintage and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendant Lights

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

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

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

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

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

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

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