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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Mid-Century Modern White Wood 17.5" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
This limited-edition pendant light features white eco wood veneer, a premium, sustainable material made from reconstituted natural wood fiber. Its varied grain offers a natural look ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Other
Pair of Modern Italian Murano Chandelier, 52 Glass Petals Drop, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Fine Italian Murano chandelier made by 52 glass petals (transparent crystal, smooth outside, with
crystal powder and then rough inside.) with a brass frame.
Period: 1970s-1980s.
Dime...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Art Nouveau Pendant lamp Attributed to Val Saint Lambert, 1900s
Located in Verviers, BE
Chandelier Attributed to Val Saint Lambert 1900s
Brass has been completely cleaned.
See picture Before and After
Photography fails to capture the simple elegant illumination provid...
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Early 1900s Belgian Art Nouveau Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hand Crafted Monika Pendant, Ø80cm/31.5in
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
OMI collection are statement pendants, GLÜCK, SONNE and MONIKA. This is the original Naomi Paul lighting collection, launched in 2011.
A diffused atmospheric light. In its largest si...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass Basket Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Lamp Antique Gold 2
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a stunning Brass Basket Empire Sac-a-Pearl Chandelier, an exquisite piece adorned with mesmerizing crystals, evoking the classic style of the Empire era. This is a new re...
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2010s German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Extreme Rare Antique Carved Chandelier with Great American Eagle Sculpture 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique, antique handcrafted 6-light chandelier – a true work of ART.
There are moments in life when you come across something truly exceptional, and this magnificent chandelier from the Arts and Crafts era is one of those rare finds. Every element of this six-light pendant is handcrafted with unparalleled artistry and attention to detail. The chandelier features six elegantly carved arms, which resemble delicate flower stems emerging from the base, with each hand-carved arm showcasing intricate craftsmanship. The alabaster shades, in flawless condition, are designed as blooming flowers, adding a refined and timeless beauty to the piece.
The chandelier’s base, also hand-carved from solid wood, is monumental in both size and craftsmanship. A stunning crafted chandelier that is both extraordinary and a true joy to behold. But it is the hand-carved American eagle sculpture...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
1970s Industrial Cast Aluminium and Brass Flame Proof Edison Striplight, Orange
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Korean flame proof Edison LED twin strip light made by Daeyang in the 1970s with bespoke signal orange finish.
Original item salvaged from supertankers ...
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Late 20th Century Korean Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Rare Venetian Murano Pendant Light Millefiori Mouth Blown Glass in Frame Seguso
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful transparent glass with colorful decorations vintage Italian fixture.
If you are looking for a stylish design light to grace your home then this handmade specimen from the ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Large Floral Vintage Italian Tole Chandelier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Presenting a unique and wonderful, large Italian wood and tole chandelier featuring scrollwork and tassels. Predominately green with large metal arms, white candelabra and lovely acc...
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20th Century Rustic Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Voyager Orb Pendant
By Allied Maker
Located in Glen Cove, NY
Balancing a sharp brass shade on one side, and a glass orb on the other, the Voyager orb pendant creates a dramatic composition.
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Louis XVI Style Brass and Crystal Basket Nine-Light Chandelier
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful, subtle late 19th century Louis XVI style brass and crystal basket chandelier with a fountain corona, having an elegantly draped canopy with cascading bead crystals and alm...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1950s Gerald Thurston Star Pierced Shade Flushmount for Lightolier , USA
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Enameled aluminium shade with a pierced star motif on a brass structure .
Well made strudy construction .
Each shade measure 9.5 in wide by 2 in high . Glass diffuser under .
...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
FLOS Frisbi Pendant Light in Black by Achille Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Its name invokes the iconic toy best played in a park, but this light is seriously smart. Offering three types of illumination—diffused, direct, and reflected—the FRISBI doubles down designed Achille Castiglioni’s ability to play with the power of illusion. Three barely-there, fine steel cables suspend the opal acrylic diffuser, making it appear as it if it is floating. A black metal stem and wire mesh basket...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
1990s Murano Glass Chandelier Spherical Design Ruby & Multicolored accent
Located in Villaverla, IT
This striking chandelier is an authentic Murano glass creation from the 1990s, showcasing a stylized spherical design. The piece is characterized by its rich ruby hue, complemented...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
Classic Venetian Ca' Rezzonico Chandelier in Murano Glass Italian Design 1950s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Classic Venetian Ca' Rezzonico Chandelier in Murano Glass Italian Design 1950s
Imagine a chandelier that transcends mere illumination, becoming a breathtaking focal point, a convers...
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1950s Italian Baroque Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Italian Designer, Pendant Lights, Bamboo, Rattan, Brass, Italy, 1980s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of moulded bamboo, rattan and brass pendant lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1980s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10” H x 17.5” W x 17.5“ D
Dimensions of Canopy: 2....
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1980s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Industrial Pendant Lamp with Glass Cover by Charles Keller for Zumtobel, 1990s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This industrial pendant lamp was designed by Charles Keller for Zumtobel Staff during the 1990s. It features a cast aluminum top and an aluminium shade with glass cover. New porcelai...
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1990s Austrian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Small Art Deco Brass & Coloured Glass Pendant Ligt, Germany 1930's, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
Small, beautiful art deco pendant light manufactured in Germany in the 1930's. Made of Brass and painted milk glass.
New wiring, restored. Bulb 1 x E26 (E27). US wiring compatible.
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Klaylife Petal Pendant, Large Clay Beaded Chandelier/Hanging Light, 21st Century
Located in Brighton, Victoria
Introducing our newest and most captivating pendant, The Petal. She takes statement lighting to a whole new level.
Each clay petal is handmade in South Africa - no two petals are t...
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2010s South African Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Clay
Amazing Italian ruby-red Italian Chandelier by Valentina Planta, Murano
Located in Budapest, HU
Charming Murano chandelier. The ruby red color makes the chandelier magnetic and fascinating..The height without chain is 72 cm.
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Plate
Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative ceiling light in opaline glass with chrome metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...
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1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
A Pendant by Paavo Tynell, Model 51109
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Model 51109.
Perforated brass.
Rewiring available upon request.
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1950s Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage 26" Plaster Sand Dollar Shell Pendant or Chandelier by Sirmos 3 of 3
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here is a large vintage hanging pendant light fixture or chandelier from the 1970s and most likely made by Sirmos. This example (as well as two...
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1970s American Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Fiberglass, Plaster
Basket Chandelier Brass Empire Crystal Lustre Ceiling Antique Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Presenting an exquisite brass Empire crystal lustre ceiling lamp, an antique Art Nouveau treasure in the form of a basket chandelier.
This chandelier, dating back to circa 1930, is ...
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1930s European Art Nouveau Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Mid-Century Stilux Plexiglass Pendant Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Milan, Italy
By Stilux
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Stilux modern hanging dish pendant ceiling light fixture made in Milan, Italy, circa 1960s.
Two tone molded plexiglass white and translucent orange with chrome hardware.
3 bulbs.
rew...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Lucite, Plexiglass
Art Deco Ceiling Lamp, Belgium Glass Shade Scailmont, 1930s
By Scailmont
Located in Verviers, BE
Art Deco Scailmont ceiling lamp.
Photography fails to capture the simple elegant illumination provided by this lamp.
As service: We can adjust the lamp height for you in advance if needed.
Fitting messing pendant ceiling light with screw fixing to hold a stylish Belgian Art Deco lampshade...
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1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Burgundy, Blush and Powder Pink Murano Glass Long Chandelier
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Long chandelier made of a brass structure with three levels, enlightened with LED strips running all the length. Each level is covered with Murano glass plate as if it was folded aro...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
STAR25 Pink Rock Crystal Chandelier by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pink rock crystal star chandelier with polish brass frame,Created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Two candlelabra socket installed. Use two 75 watts LED candelabra lightbulbs.
Light bulb s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rock Crystal
Large Black Industrial Factory Lamp with Clear Glass Cover from Elektrosvit
By Elektrosvit
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This black industrial pendant light was designed in the 1960s and produced by Elektrosvit in the former Czechoslovakia. It features a ca...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Enamel, Iron, Aluminum
Art Deco wrought iron Ceiling Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
art deco ceiling lamp by Muller Frères Lunéville
The Muller Frères Lunéville ART DECO ceiling lamp is a fascinating example of the masterful craftsmanship and exquisite design of this renowned French glass manufacturer. This signed ceiling lamp skillfully combines the charm of the Art Deco style with the beauty of wrought iron and floral...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Beautiful Design w Palette of Color Alabaster Shade Pendant Light Mint Condition
Located in Lisse, NL
One of a kind and perfectly balanced light fixture with a top class alabaster shade.
Thanks to its beautiful design and its truly excellent condition this perfectly balanced alabast...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
Large 'Atlas' Alabaster Suspension Lamp by Denis de la Mesiere
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 'Atlas' Alabaster Suspension Lamp by Denis de la Mesiere
Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mesiere, who meticulously pays homage to the work of Pierre Chareau with scrupulous attention to detail and materials.
Executed in the highest quality European alabaster sphere...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Gold Leaf
Handcrafted Solid Brass Hanging Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful hanging ceiling lantern in crown style top, made of solid brass. Quality handcrafted, with seeded glass. Electrified with three 40/watt lights, suitable for wet locations, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Tenfold Pendant 3TA 12 inch, Waxed Aluminum, Silver, Brutalist Ceiling Lamp, 70s
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tenfold Pendant 3TA in Waxed Aluminum by Luft Tanaka Studio
Composed of interlocking sheetmetal panels, the Tenfold Series is inspired by the aesthetic...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Large Teardrop Vaseline Opaline Glass Pendants
Located in Peekskill, NY
The size and the color of this glass shade is amazing. It's one of the largest handblown teardrop shades of this type that we have ever offered. The shape has the look of an early Ed...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Light Fixture with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell neoclassic style light fixtures with beautiful Opaline glass inset.
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1920s French Neoclassical Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Jean Boris Lacroix Large French Art Deco Bird Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This exceptional and rare French Art Deco chandelier, created by renowned designer Jean-Boris Lacroix in the 1920s, features six thick, opalescent molded glass shades adorned with de...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Italian Mid-Century Style Brass Chandelier in the Manner of Bruno Gatta
Located in Bochum, NRW
An elegant and refined Italian brass chandelier in midcentury style, with 8 round brass frame shades with sandblasted glass in the bottom and E14 bulbs. Slightly customization in hei...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
VDE Germany Pendant Lamp with a Opaline Shade and Chrome Fittings, 1950s
Located in Verviers, BE
From VDE Germany, this centre-light is on a Adjustbel Kabel. 65 cm
The lamp has a fitting on a Solid chrome plate and holds a shade of opaline glass.
Size Schade: 24 cm Diameter. / ...
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1950s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
1911 Peerlite Petite Pendant vintgelights
Located in Prescott, US
Single only available at this time.
Two piece antique glass pendant light fixture is held together by a 3 prong metal "spider". The glass shade is signed "Peerlite", the metal spider...
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1910s American American Craftsman Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Extraordinary Poliarte Hammered Glass & Iron Ceiling Fixture 1970s
By Poliarte
Located in New York, NY
Recognized as a prominent artist and lighting designer of the mid-20th century, Albano Poli's work is noted for its unique designs that are a combination of artistic expression and f...
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1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Concrete Ceiling Light 'Yi'
By Bentu Design
Located in Paris, IDF
'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
Round Marbled Pendant Light by Carlo Nason for Mazzega
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Rijssen, NL
Round marbled lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega.
A bowl covered in white and brown stripes compose this beautiful piece made in thick handmade Murano glass.
Dimensions:
Height: 35.43"...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Rattan Pendant Hanging Light, Spain, 1960s
By Louis Sognot
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Rattan Pendant Hanging Light, Spain, 1960s
This lantern features a beautiful design with a spherical rattan structure.
It has a paper shade inside to diffuse a soft, warm light. It...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rattan, Paper
Florian Schulz extra Large Vintage Counterbalance Pendant Light in Brass, 1970
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Rare and elegant, early version of large counter balance pendant light by Florian Schulz, made in Germany in the 1970s.
This model is out...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Unique Pair of Bronze, Rock Crystal and Amethyst Torcheres
Located in London, GB
Unique The pair of monumental French bronze column torchieres with acanthus leaf gilt bronze mounts, supporting two tiers of acanthus and scroll cast candle arms, all raised on grote...
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1880s European Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rock Crystal, Bronze
Flush Mount Maison Baguès Crystal Blue Flowers Leaves Chandelier 6 Lights Signed
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 6 lights. Will be newly rewired free of charge with certified UL US sockets for the USA and appropriate sockets for all other countries and ready to hang. Gold tole with perf...
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1940s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Large Venetian Mouth Blown, Clear Glass in Metal Frame Pendant Light / Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful design and large size fixture with mouthblown transparent glass in a handcrafted metal frame.
If you are looking for a rare and stylish fixture to grace your home then th...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Italian Murano Chandelier Rezzonico 6 Arms Multi-Color Glass Multiforme in stock
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Rezzonico chandelier 6 arms, crystal Murano glass, rich of multi-color details with a predominance of the green color particulars by Multiforme.
This artistic glass chandelier is an elegant and delicate lighting...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Concrete Lighting 'LV' Ceiling Light
By Bentu Design
Located in Paris, IDF
'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
Custom Demille Plaster Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Our Custom Demille Plaster Fixture can be made in different sizes.
This fixture uses (8) e-12 Edison bulbs at 40 watts each for a total of 320 watts wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plaster
Extra Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Copper Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Extra Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Copper Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen restaurant in Copenhagen, where it still hangs today. This iconic lamp has a world-famous unique sculptural aesthetic, and is viewed internationally as an iconic design. The fixture displays...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Copper
Pair of Modern Steel Wire Adirondack Twig Like Chandeliers C1985
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic modern take on an Adirondack inspired chandelier created from heavy wire rods in a rounded up cluster. Pair available, priced and sold individually. 32 inch diameter with a...
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1980s American Adirondack Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Wire
Monumental 1950s 12-Globe Glass & Metal Chandelier for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
Monumental 1950s 12-Globe Glass & Metal Chandelier for Stilnovo. Executed in 12 opaline glass globes, brass and black enameled metal. An iconic Italian light sculpture of impressive ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare Floral Chandelier, Lisa Johansson-Pape, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare floral chandelier, by Lisa Johansson-Pape from the 1940s. Glass and brass. Beautiful intricate flower details. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. ...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bubbles Chandelier Crystal & Gilt Brass by Gaetano Sciolari, Palwa, Germany 1960
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Glamorous vintage multi-tiered bubbles chandelier made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame with round crystal prisms and gilt brass rings. Crystal glass resembles Lenses. Designed ...
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1960s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Large White Enamel Industrial Factory Lamp from Elektrosvit, 1990s
By Elektrosvit
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This industrial pendant light was made by Elektrosvit in Slovakia during the 1990s. It features a white enamel shade and white painted top with cast aluminium box.
New porcelain sock...
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Late 20th Century Slovak Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Iron, Enamel
Goldkant Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Friedel Wauer, Germany, 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Losange shaped cocoon lamp designed by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, Germany. The lamp is made of a unique polymer sprayed on to a metal frame, to...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Resin
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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A Tale of Two Sputnik Chandeliers
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