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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Lilypad Chandelier in Green Glass by Laura Gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
This textured glass chandelier is composed of individually cast glass petals which are mounted on a brass structure in the shape of a lilypad flower. The chandelier is composed of 24...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bottega Intreccio, Woven Wicker 21st Century, Antonym by S.S. Osella
By Silvia Stella Osella
Located in Mogliano, Marche
"Please note that, for purchase on 1stdibs in the US, this item is only available through our official distributor in North America, Global Lighting. Global Lighting products are wi...
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2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker
Vintage French Metal and Glass Art Deco Ceiling Lamp, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
French vintage metal and glass Art Deco hanging lamp.
By unknown manufacturer from France, circa 1930.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preservin...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Big Rupert Nikoll chandelier vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Big Rupert Nikoll chandelier vienna around 1960s
Original condition
Original crystal parts
The shades are replaced ( new )
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Holmegaard Sonate Aubergine Coulored Glass Pendant by Michael Bang, 1978
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Scandinavian Modern Pendant in Aubergine-colored glass by Holmegaard.
The glass Sonate pendant is designed by Michael Bang for Holmegård Glasværk. The pendant is mostly in dark aube...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Art Nouveau Metal and Glass Chandelier, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
Art Nouveau style metal and glass chandelier.
Blown opaline glass white shades in perfect condition.
Age patina on metal parts
Rewired: 5x60W, E25-E27 bulbs.
US wiring compatible.
Category
1940s European Art Nouveau Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid 20th Century Reed Chandelier Pendant Lamp - Gilt Metal - "Coco Chanel"
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A large "Coco Chanel" pendant lamp, made of gilded metal with a bunch of wheat sheafs. It has five lamp sockets (E14). Made in Italy, 1960-1970.
It is called a Coco Chanel lamp...
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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Art Nouveau Guimard Chandelier
Located in Rebais, FR
Art Nouveau Guimard chandelier with nickel finish.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
$3,103 / item
Patricia chandelier by Hans Agne Jakobsson
Located in München, DE
Stunning Patricia chandelier from the 1960s.
Very luxurious design and high quality workmanship.
The lamp is a real asset and an absolute favorite for every home.
A very sparkling li...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Empire Regency Baccarat Style 6 Crystal Obelisks Basket Bronze Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
Six-light French Empire pure crystal basket chandelier with a clean hexagonal gilt bronze frame and 6-faceted crystal obelisks
Measures:
Diameter 22 in/ 53 cm
Height 55.2 in 31.5 in ...
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Early 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Zephyr Zodiac Chandelier with Nickel Details by David Duncan Studio
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Grace period inspired light with cast nickel zodiac signs. This fixture uses a frosted glass insert on the underside, and features a cast bronze sunburst with a nickel plat...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Nickel
VeArt Cube Murano Art Glass, Italian Design 1970, Pop Art
By VeArt
Located in Palermo, Sicily
VeArt cube Murano Art Glass, Italian design 1970, pop art.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
A Mid Century 18 Arm Tulip Pendant Chandelier By Fog and Mørup Of Denmark
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Søborg, DK
A very elegant and classic 18 arm tulip pendant chandelier by Fog and Mørup of Denmark
Hand blown white opaline glass shades.
E14 bulb holders
A lovely age related wear and patina to the surfaces.
The hand blown glass shades are in great condition with no cracks.
Rewired and grounded.
Glass shades will be removed for shipping.
Responsible worldwide shipping available.
The company was founded on 1 June 1904 by ironmonger Ansgar Fog (1880-1930) as a trading company in Aarhus. The following year, wholesaler Erik Mørup (1879-1972) was admitted as a partner. In 1906 it moved to Copenhagen. In 1915, the company was expanded with a factory for lamps and chandeliers, and in 1948 it was transformed into a limited company. At the same time, Mørup became chairman of the board and Alfred Emanuel Gillesberg (1895-1959) managing director. In 1956, Fog & Mørup moved to a new factory at Sydmarken 46 in Søborg designed by Preben Hansen.
Fog & Mørup is probably best known for the Kongelyslampen, which got its name when Fog & Mørup presented the lamp to King Christian X on his 25th anniversary in 1937. The table lamp was made of bronzed brass and cost DKK 35.50. Fog & Mørup had great success with the sale of this model. Fog & Mørup's heyday was the 1960s and 1970s, when Jo Hammerborg and other designers created a large number of both original and salable models of lamps.
In 1978, Fog & Mørup was acquired by competitor LYFA. Fog & Mørup's production was moved from Sydmarken in Søborg to LYFA in Måløv for better utilization of the production capacity.
In 1988, LYFA took over the lighting company ABO in Assentoft near Randers, which was particularly known for magnetic ball lamps produced in the 1970s. Only one year later, in 1989, LYFA was taken over by the listed company Lyskær Belysning A/S. The company's new name became Lyskær-Lyfa A/S in October 1989, but already in 1991 the company was bought by Horn Belysning...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Green Glass Brass Base Art Deco Large Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Green Glass Brass Base Art Deco Large Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
This lamp works with 2x E27 light bulbs.
Wired and suitable to use ...
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1950s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Pendant Light by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden
Located in London, GB
A brass pendant light by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for his company in Markaryd, Sweden, mid-20th century. An unusual and rarely seen piece of Nordic design. Labelled.
The brass shade a...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier Designed by Franco Luce with Murano Glass Flowers
By Franco Luce
Located in Palermo, PA
Rare Murano glass chandelier designed by Franco Luce in the 1970s.
The light consists of of a golden metal base with white flowers.
The high level of craftsmanship makes this pie...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Murano Sputnik Pastel Light Blu Midcentury Chandelier and Pendant, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
Exciting pastel blue color gradation for this Murano chandelier, different shades together for this beautiful color. Note the asymmetrical design.
Something truly incredible this Mu...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Petite Rare Green Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Doria ceiling light with green volcanic Murano glass ball.
High quality of materials, gives a wonderful light effect when it is on.
Sockets: One x E14 small Bulb up to 40 Watts.
L...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Bauhaus, 1930s Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Bauhaus Classic from the 1930s. Black enamel Industrial hanging lamp.
Cast iron top. White interior.
Weight: 2.2 kg / 4.9 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made su...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Enamel, Iron
Florian Schulz Double Onos 55-Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double Onos 55-pendant lamp with one E27 / model for each lamp 100 Watt bulbs.
Also available in US wired.
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2010s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Gilt Brass Facet Cut Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa, 1970s, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern chandelier or pendant lamp. Manufactured by Palwa, 1970s, Germany.
Executed in gilt brass, facet cut crysta...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Opaline Murano Ribbed Frond Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning handcrafted opaline mid-century modern Murano chandelier features four frond-like arms with leaf-like embellishments. The chandelier, simple yet elegant, showcases exce...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Large Raul Reyes 'Rey 26' Perforated Patinated Brass Dome Ceiling Lamp
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Raul Reyes 'Rey 26' Perforated Patinated brass dome ceiling lamp.
Hand-fabricated in Los Angeles, these highly refined ceiling lamps are reminiscent of the iconic mid-century...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Elm, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, elm and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall and cord height varies, measured as shown.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 34.5...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Custom Branch Form Hand-blown Murano Glass w/ 24k Gold & Brass Fitted Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunningly elegant Custom Branch Form Hand-blown Murano Glass Chandelier in Transparent & 24Karat Gold Flecks & Brushed Brass Fittings originates from Italy during the 21st Cent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold, Brass
Collection of 14 Inch Framed Tripod Holophanes
By Holophane
Located in Peekskill, NY
We love Holophane lamps because of the wonderful light they project. The glass is all prismatic and designed to get the most out of a bulb. They're impressive and have a dramatic loo...
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Glass, Brass & Fabric Pendant, Sweden 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
Elegant Swedish Grace era Pendant, 1930s to 1940s.
This 1930s Swedish pendant lamp is a refined example of Art Deco or early modernist design, characterized by a harmonious combinat...
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Concrete Pendant Lamps 'Bang II' by Bentu Design
By Bentu Design
Located in Paris, IDF
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
Pair of Circle Iron and Bubble Glass Chandelier, Limburg, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Minimal, geometric and simply shaped design. This beautiful and unique pair of hand blown glass chandeliers/pedant lights were manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in Germany during the...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Triedri Glass Chandelier, 265 Pink Prism, Murano
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Triedri Murano glass chandelier, 265 pink prism
A magnificent Murano glass chandelier, 265 pink triedri on crome frame. This large midcentury Italian chan...
Category
Late 20th Century European Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$4,571 / item
Rare Set of 3 Art Deco / Bauhaus Design Brass and Opaline Glass Pendant Lights
Located in Lisse, NL
Group of three identical, perfect size and great shape antique pendants.
If you are looking for a group of beautiful and truly stylish pendants for a midcentury, for an Art Deco or ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Collectible Round Fiber Pendant Light by Mirei from Costantini, Nebula 80 cm
Located in New York, NY
Nebula 80 cm Collectible Round Fiber Pendant Light by Mirei Monticelli from Costantini Design
The Nebula collection is drawn out of the interstell...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Rattan Bell Pendants Lights / Hanging Lamps in White Patina, 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
White Painted Rattan Bell Pendants / Lanterns, Pair
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Spanish modernist rattan suspension lamps with bell shaped shades, Spai...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Glass Pendant Lamp by Peill and Putzler
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large glass pendant lamp from the 1980s.
Very fine and beautiful design which fits wonderfully into any room.
The high-quality glass creates a beautiful and very comfortable light.
Manufacturer: Peill and Putzler...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
The brass stem and canopy presents with light oxidation.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.5” H x 7.25” Dia...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Art Glass Grape Pendant lamp, 1920
Located in Delft, NL
Murano Art glass grape pendant lamp, 1920
A bunch of grapes with leaves, made of matted and colored green glass, circa 1920. The bunch of grapes hangs o...
Category
20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Brazilian Contemporary Sculptural Steel Pendant Light - Max
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
This pendant is named Sacurá Max. It is a Sculptural light pendant in steel. It can be paited in black, white ou brown (corten). It has 6 domes. The mall cotton domes in various colo...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Monumental Painted Wood & Iron Swedish Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental size eight light wood & iron chandelier. The chandelier is painted a dove gray coloration. The iron has developed a beautiful patina. The fixture is newly rewired and incl...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood, Paint
$2,520 Sale Price
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Mid-Century 6-Light Brass And Crystal Chandelier Attributed To Sciolari 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century 6-light brass and crystal chandelier attributed to Sciolari 1960s
Intact and in good condition, E14 lamps. Length of the chandelier only 44 cm (including the chain 94 cm)...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Large Art Deco Faceted Crystal Gilt Bronze 5-Light Flush Mount, Austria, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A beautiful, large Art Deco faceted crystal and cast gilt bronze flush mount, Austria, 1950s. With five light sockets providing a bright, warm light from the ceiling. This wonderful ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze, Brass
Beautiful Large three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - 52 glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 52 large clear glass tubes in a star shape.
Period: late XX century
...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
CWB30 Rock Crystal Chandelier by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Round rock crystal chandelier with center section and brass nail decoration. Finely carved, multi-faceted rock crystal panels installed around the circumference of the circle.
Overa...
Category
2010s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rock Crystal
$31,000 / item
Jonas Hidle 'Soap Bubble' Ceiling Lamp in Smoke Glass & Brass, 1960s
By Jonas Hidle
Located in Esbjerg, DK
The Norwegian designer Jonas Hidle created this striking mushroom shaped pendant light. Among the Norwegian referred to as the 'Soap Bubble Lamp'. Its composed of a large hand blown ...
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Charming Pink Leaves Ceiling Chandelier Murano
Located in Budapest, HU
Spectacular ceiling lamp with 32 pink Murano Glasses in golden painted metal frame. Elegant lighting object. Period:late xx century
Dimensions: 7,45 inchs (45 cm) height; 13,55 inche...
Category
1990s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
$2,165 / item
Modern Pendant Brass Bronzed, Ribbed Glass
Located in Roeselare, BE
Trimonocle pendant of 3 rings which are movable to each other, filled with ribbed glass, with leds. power supply placed on distance.
Bronzed brass frame. Measure: diameter of each ri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$7,572 / item
Art Deco Opaline Ceiling Lamp, Scailmont Belgium Glass Shade, 1930s
By Scailmont
Located in Verviers, BE
Art Nouveau ceiling lamp.
Photography fails to capture the simple elegant illumination provided by this lamp.
Fitting messing pendant ceiling light with fixing to hold a stylish Belgian Art Deco...
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1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
1060's Glass & Steel chandelier by Carlo Nason
By Carlo Nason
Located in Schoorl, NL
A stylish mid century glass chandelier by Carlo Nason, Italy.
Six thick glass swirl lamp shade hanging from steel chains. With a diameter of 37 cm per panel. One bulb in the center.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp. Designed and manufactured probably in Italy, 1960s.
The lamp can be adjusted up to 45cm height.
Executed in rattan and w...
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1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Half-Sputnik chandelier by Studio Glustin
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Half-Sputnik chandelier in brass and Murano glass globes.
Creation by Studio Glustin.
Italy, 2025.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$23,577 / item
Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN F1' by Pani Jurek, Green, Ochre & Brown
By Pani Jurek
Located in Paris, IDF
TRN F1 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier
Designer: Pani Jurek
Dimensions: H 375 x 55 x 5 cm
Model shown: Green, Ochre & Brown
Bulb (not included): E27...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Tom Dixon Lens Pendant Fixture Spherical Ceiling Light Clear Globe Chandelier
By Tom Dixon
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Tom Dixon lens pendant, spherical ceiling light, clear globe chandelier.
Tom Dixon Spherical Lens Psychedelic Polycarbonate Pendant Chandelier.
Tom Dixon created his eponymous brand ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic
Mid Century Style Chandelier in Brass and Black and White Lacquered Metal, 2025
Located in Berlin, DE
Imagine a chandelier that channels the iconic elegance of the mid-century era, reborn for modern spaces. This new production piece combines the warmth of brass with the striking cont...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Beautiful Italian Leaves Chandelier Murano
Located in Budapest, HU
Beautiful Italian Murano Chandelier composed of 36 splendid trasparent glasses that give a very elegant look. The glasses of this chandelier are real works of art.
Period:1980's
Di...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Swedish mid century modernist chandelier in brass, birch and glass, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A large and impressive Swedish 1940s chandelier made from brass, featuring five curved arms holding cone-shaped shades in opal glass. Each shade is partially wrapped in rattan and se...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bauhaus Art Deco Style Pendant Lamp "Zwadela" Chandelier Pendant, Re-Edition
By Bauhaus, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Uplighter which gives as well as downlight, mirroring shade, several versions.
Total drop custom made!
All components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we wi...
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2010s German Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Amber French Limoges Porcelain Gilt Bronze Victorian Library Oil Lamp Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
Gorgeous antique circa 1920 French Victorian Limoges porcelain five-light bulbs chandelier/bronze and opaline amber glass shades
Porcelain/opaline amber cased glass/chiseled gilt bro...
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Early 20th Century French Early Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
French Crystal & Beaded Chandelier C. 1930's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French 8-light crystal chandelier featuring star-etched crystals and garlands of macaroni beads, giving a unique and opulent look. The use of a crystal finial in the center, along w...
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1930s French Baroque Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Ceiling Lamp Model A1965 in Light Green, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
The counterweight lamp models showcases Tynell's genius as a lamp designer. The model features a counter weight to the lamp shade that allows for it...
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1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian Stilnovo Mid Century Modern Chandelier, black and golden brass, 1950's
By Stilnovo
Located in BELFORT, FR
One of a kind Mid Century Modern italian chandelier, black leafs with golden brass. Very nice condition.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
2 Art Deco pendants with hand painted glass vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
2 Art Deco pendants with hand painted glass vienna around 1920s
Brass polished and stove enameled
Pair price
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Antique and Vintage Chandeliers and Pendant Lights for Sale: Shop Baccarat Chandeliers, Stilnovo Chandeliers and Other Lighting on 1stDibs
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
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