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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Folk Art
Vintage scandinavian Blue Pendant Lamp, Denmark 1960s
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Scandinavian pendant/hanging lamp from Denmark In its original blue colour, inside and outside. original model. Very unique, small, cute, colourful
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Fog & Mørup, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.5” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 10 socke...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, oak and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.5” H x 4” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 3 sockets.Ther...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.75” H x 4.25” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 2 sockets.Th...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
PH-lamp "3½-3" Pendant Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, Patented, Denmark, 1929
Located in Odense, DK
Early original "PH-lamp" pendant made in 1929 at Louis Poulsen, Copenhagen. This is the rare "3 ½-3" sized pendant with original matte glass shades and patinated bronze bayonet socke...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3” H x 3.75” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-14 bulbs. 2 sockets.T...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and metal chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.5” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 5 sockets.There is no...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hans Agne Jakobsson pendant lamps a pair (2 pcs)
Located in Vantaa, FI
Beautiful Hans Anne Jakobsson design, 1960s pair of brass pendant lamps,
two pieces, all glass shades intact , no damages.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant, Glass, Metal, Wood, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass, metal, pewter and green-lacquered wood pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 3.75” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-2...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
A Vintage Finnish Design Lamp with 3 Light points for Stockmann, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is quite a typical 1950s Finnish design ceiling lamp at its best. Of course there are striking similarities to Paavo Tynell lighting fixtures, but n...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large Yki Nummi Transparent 'Kuplat' Pendants
By Yki Nummi, Innolux Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Large Yki Nummi Transparent 'Kuplat' Pendants. Designed in 1959, Nummi's iconic light consists of two acrylic shades of different colors, one nesting inside the other. The na...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Modernist Copper Triple Drop Pendant Light
Located in London, GB
An idiosyncratic handcrafted Modernist Danish triple drop pendant light. Constructed from solid copper with a curved copper yoke which suspends 3 riveted copper cylinders - by moving...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Great pendant lamp in the style of " Kina Lamp" by Bent Karlby
By Bent Karlby
Located in Uccle, BE
Great pendant lamp in the style of " Kina Lamp" by Bent Karlby.
Nice vintage condition, no damages.
If you need any other pictures or videos do not hesitate to ask
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
1x white Michael Bang P&T Pendant Lamp by Holmegaard, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Krefeld, DE
1x P&T pendant lamp designed by Michael Bang for Holmegaard in the 1970s. This Danish lamp is made of opaline glass and is white on the outside and white on the inside. The lamp is i...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Pair of Lisa Johansson-Pape Large Polished Brass Perforated Metal Pendants
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Lisa Johansson-Pape Large Polished Brass Perforated Metal Pendants. Originally designed in 1947, these authorized re-editions are true to the original charming simplicity of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Mid Century Pendant Brass and Glass by Bröderna Malmström
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pendant in brass and frosted amber coloured glass model 1198 produced by Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufrabrik, Sweden.
This great looking pendant is made with the quality and detail...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Lisa Johansson-Pape '270' Perforated Polished Brass Pendants
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Lisa Johansson-Pape '270' Perforated Polished Brass Pendants. Originally designed in 1947, these authorized re-editions are true to the original charming simplicity of Pape's...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large 'Pisara' Opaline Glass Pendant Lamps by Innolux Oy, Finland
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Large 'Pisara' Opaline Glass Pendant Lamps by Innolux Oy, Finland. The Pisara is a stylish and high-quality pendant executed in high-quality blown opaline glass with metal su...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of 'Multi S' Glass Pendants in Black by Jokinen and Konu for Innolux
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of 'Multi S' Glass Pendants in Black by Jokinen and Konu for Innolux. Executed in hand blown black glass.
The award winning Multi glass collection is based on an artistically ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
Pair of Large Yrjö Harsia 'Taifuuni' Pendants for Innolux Oy, Finland
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Large Yrjö Harsia 'Taifuuni' Pendants for Innolux Oy, Finland. Designed in 1969, Harsia's innovative 'Taifuuni' represents this undeservedly obscure designer's most iconic wo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic
Pair of Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Sirri' Pendants in Brass for Innolux
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Sirri' Pendants in Brass for Innolux. Originally designed in the 1960s, these authorized re-editions by Innolux Oy of Finland are true to the original ch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Yki Nummi '1955' Pendants for Innolux Oy in Black and White
By Innolux Oy, Yki Nummi
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Yki Nummi '1955' Pendants for Innolux Oy in Black and White. Designed in 1955, Nummi's innovative design is formed by two cone-shaped shades, the top is of white acrylic and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Modern pendant lamp pair
By Architectural Modern
Located in Vantaa, FI
These pair of modern pendant lamps are design by architect Kaarlo Leppänen , he worked with Alvar Aalto/office since 1956 till 1975.
He opened his own architect office in 1975, he wo...
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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Ihanne' Pendant Lamps for Innolux Oy in Gray
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Ihanne' Pendant Lamps for Innolux Oy in Gray
Originally designed in 1956, these authorized re-editions are true to the refined simplicity and detail of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Yki Nummi '1955' Pendants for Innolux Oy in Gray and White
By Innolux Oy, Yki Nummi
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Yki Nummi '1955' Pendants for Innolux Oy in Gray and White. Designed in 1955, Nummi's innovative design is formed by two cone-shaped shades, the top is of white acrylic and t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of 'Multi L' Glass Pendants in Black by Jokinen and Konu for Innolux
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of 'Multi L' Glass Pendants in Black by Jokinen and Konu for Innolux. Executed in hand blown black glass.
The award winning Multi glass collection is based on an artistically i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
Pair of Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Ihanne' Pendant Lamps for Innolux Oy in Black
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Ihanne' Pendant Lamps for Innolux Oy in Black
Originally designed in 1956, these authorized re-editions are true to the refined simplicity and detail of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Pair of 'Multi M' Glass Pendants in Black by Jokinen and Konu for Innolux
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of 'Multi M' Glass Pendants in Black by Jokinen and Konu for Innolux. Executed in hand blown black glass.
The award winning Multi glass collection is based on an artistically i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
Early Poul Henningsen 4/4 Copper Ceiling Lamp, 1926
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare and very early Poul Henningsen 4/4 Ceiling lamp in Copper and Nickel plated Steel.
Designed by Poul Henningsen 1926 and made by Louis Poulsen, Denmark the same year in the sho...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Copper, Nickel
Pair of Eero Aarnio Transparent 'Vaasi' Pendants for Innolux Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Eero Aarnio Transparent 'Vaasi' Pendants for Innolux Oy. Designed in 2011, Aarnio's iconic light consists of two acrylic shades of different colors, one nesting inside the ot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Two Vintage Doo-Wop Pendant Lamp by Louis Poulsen, Denmark
Located in Krefeld, DE
Nice vintage set of 2x Doo-Wop pendant lamps in gold and white metal, Design by Architects of the Royal Danish Navi produced in 1970's by Louis Poulsen, Made in Denmark. The lamps ar...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Danish Modern Six Arm Chandelier in Copper and Opaline Glass, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking six arm chandelier was produced in Denmark in the 1960s.
The fixture consists of six white opal glass shades, each with a separate reflective shade in copper mounted o...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Steel
Pair of Lisa Johansson-Pape '270' Perforated Metal Pendants in Silver
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Lisa Johansson-Pape '270' Perforated Metal Pendants in Silver. Originally designed in 1947, these authorized re-editions are true to the original charming simplicity of Pape'...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Eero Aarnio 'Vaasi' Pendants in White for Innolux Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Eero Aarnio 'Vaasi' Pendants in White for Innolux Oy. Designed in 2011, Aarnio's iconic light consists of two acrylic shades of different colors, one nesting inside the other...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic
Paavo Tynell, rare pendant designed for the finnish Parliament, 1929
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare and early ceiling light designed by Paavo Tynell in the late 20's for the Finnish parliament and placed there in 1929. The light is made with long brass leafs putting upon each ...
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1920s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Finnish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and gilded opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Finland, 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3” H x 4” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 4 sockets.Th...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Wood 5 Light Globe Chandelier
Located in Charleston, SC
A gorgeous teak and brass 5 light chandelier with a brass canopy in a Danish style. The smoked glass globes sit inside of the top of each bulb. This piece is in its original cond...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Samuli Naamanka 'Lambada' Ceramic Pendants in Grey for Innolux
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Samuli Naamanka 'Lambada' Ceramic Pendants in Grey for Innolux.
Designed by the internationally renowned Naamanka in 2013 and manufactured in Finland through artful hand cas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic
A pendant by Paavo Tynell, model 1088.
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lighting pendant designed. by Paavo Tynell, for Taito Oy , model number '1088' . Finland , circa 1950th.
Brass shaft, amber color glass shade. Total height 29", diameter 17.75".
Exi...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Raffia Bast and Walnut Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very good vinta...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Raffia, Walnut, Plastic
Pendant Light in Copper by Poul Henningsen, 1980s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pendant light in copper, the shades are white-lacquered on the inside. Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. Great original condition, 1980s.
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Lighting pendant by Kai Finnmark (Kai Ruokonen)
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lighting pendant designed by Kai Finnmark (Kai Ruokonen)
(Finland, 1940-2010) for Lynx, Finland. circa 1970th.
Brass and acrylic. Diameter 15". Total height 33".
Existing wire, rewi...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Bronze and Glass Pendant
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous Swedish Modern Bronze and Glass Pendant with decorative flower design around the edge. Unknown designer in the Swedish Modern era style with organic design and use of bronze...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 1960s Danish Brutalist Stoneware Pendants by Leif Holm
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Pair of 1960s Danish Brutalist Stoneware Pendants by Leif Holm
Elevate your space with this exquisite pair of Danish brutalist stoneware pendants crafted in the 1960s. Handmade at t...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
Opaline Cascading Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Luxus Vittsjö, Nordisk Solar Co., Glashütte Limburg, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Swedish opal glass pendant lamp from the 1960s.
Great and exceptionally minimalistic design with a fantastically elegant look.
Very nice oak wood details.
Manufacturer: Lu...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Opaline Glass, Oak
Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with pressed glass, fitted with six E14 sockets, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A three-armed brass, teak and etched glass chandelier designed and prodquced in Sweden, 1950s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.5” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulb...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1970s Axella Danish brutalist ceramic stoneware pendant
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
1960s Axella Danish brutalist ceramic stoneware pendant
Mid-century Scandinavian striking Danish ceramic stoneware pendant by Axella from the 1960s. Em...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
A Magnificent Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 82500 for Idman, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and quite a sizeable Paavo Tynell ceiling pendant model no. 82500 for Idman from the 1950s. Because of its size, the lamp suit...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Mid Century Paper Ceiling Pendant Lamp by Birgitta Malmsten, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare Swedish mid century paper ceiling pendant lamp with pressed grass inlay by Birgitta Malmsten produced in 1950s. In good original condition....
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Paper
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3” H x 4.25” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-14 bulbs. 3 sockets.There i...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white floral printed glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Harald Notini Chandelier in Brass and Marbled Glass, Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1927
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking four arm chandelier was designed by Harald Notini and produced by Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik in Sweden, circa 1927. This particular model numbered 6316 is a great example of the unique Swedish Grace style of this period.
The striking design consists of four marbled glass shades with a slightly undulating, scalloped rim. The shades are attached to brass holders with a serrated shape, connected to the centre by brass arms in a beautiful curved shape. The sphere shaped centre of the fixture with serrated decorative details throughout, with a separate hanging sphere attached to the lowest part of the lamp. This hanging sphere can be easily removed if desired.
The fixture is entirely executed in nickel plated brass which has developed a beautiful and natural patina over time.
A striking and extremely rare example of Swedish Grace lighting...
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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Vintage Verner Panton Acrylic Moon Lamp by Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960
Located in Krefeld, DE
Nice and original moon lamp / pendant lamp design by Verner Panton in 1960 produced by Louis Poulsen, Made in Denmark. Version, in white acrylic with 1x E26/27 Edison screw socket in...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Lamp, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare model with copper and glass. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, 1970s.
Height is adjustable.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Danish Konkylie Pendant Lamp by Louis Weisdorf for Lyfa
By Louis Weisdorf, Lyfa
Located in München, DE
Very nice Danish pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design and the appearance of the lamp is particularly beautiful.
The shape creates a wonderful light.
High-quality workmanship an...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Chandelier Paavo Tynell attr. Produced by Idman
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
Vintage chandelier , design attributed by Paavo Tynell, produced by Idman Oy, Finland , circa 1950th.
Brass , crystals, opaline glass shades. Stamped "Idman".
Existing wires, rewiri...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Konsthantverk Glimminge Large 3 Arms Brass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Glimminge designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
A lamp that they still produce by hand. Truly comes into its own in Classic settings.
Three d...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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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