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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Nictea Pendant by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Flos
Located in Berlin, DE
The Nictea pendant is composed of two rounded sections, seamlessly connected by carefully integrated metal components that are central to its design. Light gently passes through the ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$5,326 / item
Adjustable Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Gebrüder Cosack, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Fog & Mørup
Located in München, DE
Very nice height-adjustable pendant lamp from the 1970s.
The lighting effect of the lamp is extremely beautiful.
The design creates a very elegant and pleasant light.
The lamp create...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Alabaster and Brass Wall Sconces, Italy, 1970s
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique alabaster wall sconces lights, Art Deco style.
A beautiful and rare set of four Mid-Century Modern alabaster wall sconces with brass details, made in Italy in the 1970s. Thes...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Wire
1 of 3 Blue Ceramic Pendant Lights, Denmark, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Playful arrangement of stunning round hanging lamps with an unusual shape, made with rich colored blue ceramics, manufactured in the 1970s in Denmark. We have a multitude of unique c...
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1970s Danish Other Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic
$2,333 / item
Rare Edition 'Bali' Pendants by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Edition 'Bali' Pendants by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano (IT, c. 1950s)
Twill fabric exterior shade with a parchment interior backing. Two yellow-green and one red-orange. Eac...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Bubble Glass Pendant Lights by Helena Tynell, Limburg, Germany 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning pair of bubble glass pendant lights designed by Helena Tynell and Heinrich Gantenbrink for Glashütte Limburg, manufactured in Germany, circa 1960s. Each Pendant requires o...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Bohemian Mid-Century Modern Glass & Chrome Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Bohemian Mid-Century Modern Glass & Chrome Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1970s – 21 Glass Elements,
Restored (12+ Available, Priced Per Piece)
This rare Bohemian chandelier from 197...
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Large Collection of Rare Sailor Hat Holophane Pendants
By Holophane
Located in Peekskill, NY
We found a nice collection of these hard to find and dramatic looking holophane pendants. They were found packed and stored away for over 50 years. Hidden away in the attack of the o...
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20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Vintage French Brass Pulley pendant lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Brass Pulley pendant lamp
Adjustable in height
Minimal height 120 cm / 47”
Maximum height 250 cm / 100”
Size ceiling hook 10,5 cm / 4”
Weight:...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
XXL Large Vintage Art Deco Tulip Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp Light, c.1930
Located in London, GB
An incredible run of XXL tulip shaped opaline glass pendant lights. c.1930
In unusually massive proportions, hand blown and rolled opaque opened bottom glass shade with aged brass...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair Large 14" Holophane Shade Priced Per Pair
By Holophane
Located in Prescott, US
Priced per pair. Both in excellent condition.
From a Catholic church gymnasium in Wisconsin.
These are the largest we have seen in this 3 piece variety at 14 inches across. The two 1...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Pair of Rare 1930s industrial Bauhaus KG Pendant Lamps by K.G. Lindesvärd
Located in Forserum, SE
A pair of large Bauhaus-style "KG" pendant lamps, model 3611, developed between 1934–1936 by Karl Gustaf Lindesvärd for the Swedish manufacturer Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik....
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1930s Swedish Bauhaus Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte '2356' Chandelier in Glass and Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, chandelier, model '2356', nickel-plated brass, coated metal, glass, Italy, design 1967
A stunning chandelier designed by the esteemed French designer M...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Steel, Nickel
Uhura large Brass 2 Arm Chandelier with movable arms and rotatable light shades
Located in London, GB
The Uhura II pendant is designed by Andrew in the Mid-Century modern style and made exclusively for Andrew Kornat Designs by an historic Spanish Lighting manufacturer with over 100 y...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Brass and Fabric Lampshade Five-Light Adjustable Height Pendant Lamp
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large brass adjustable height five-light pendant lamp with fabric lampshade and counterweight, Germany, circa the 1970s.
Made in the Scandinavian Modern style, this impressive pendan...
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1970s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Teak and Fabric Shade Hanging Lamp by Temde, circa 1960
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A teak hanging lamp from the 1960s, crafted by the Swiss company Temde. This meticulously detailed piece exemplifies perfectionism and quality, featuring a Japanese-inspired design. ...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic, Teak, Fabric
Original Art Deco Glass Hanging Light, Lamp, Green Glass / Brass, 1920s
Located in Berlin, BE
Small and very nice classic light from the Art Deco period, around 1920-1940.
With spray decoration. Looks very nice illuminated.
Glass, printed. Very decorative pattern.
With one ...
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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Joe 640 Pendant Light Classic Modern Tailored Minimal Handmade by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
This classic, minimal, tailored, Joe Pendant Light is inspired by menswear reminiscent of 1940s style and the early simplicity of Art Deco. Available also as a flush mount, the clean...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Verdigris Patinated 'Mini-Tratten' Outdoor Pendant
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Verdigris Patinated 'Mini-Tratten' Outdoor Pendant
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design from Jakobsson, E...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$1,696 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Gold Finish Metal With 12 White Glass Spheres Chandelier by Il Paralume Marina
Located in Milan, IT
A masterpiece of light and style, this stunning chandelier features a squared metal rod with a gold finish, elegantly supporting 12 white glass spheres, all illuminated to create a d...
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pure Art Deco and Perfect Size, Multi Layered Alabaster Ceiling Light / Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Exceptional & rare Art Deco alabaster pendant light...a timeless masterpiece.
Discover a truly unique and sophisticated antique alabaster 2 light fixture in great condition. This st...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze
Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari Glass and Golden Steel Design Italy 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari glass and steel Gilded. Twenty glasses distributed on three levels with embellishment of golden plates. Illuminat...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Lisa-Johansson Pape Pendant in Brass, Birch, Rattan, & Glass Flowers, Orno 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and early Lisa Johansson-Pape ceiling pendant with a wooden birch center and three brass arms and rattan shades. The center has also removable glass flower decorations.
...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rosebush Tree Ceiling Light Fixture / Chandelier in Gilt Iron, Spain 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Foliage Floral Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron
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Outstanding large size gilt iron ornate foliage flower bush ...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron, Iron, Gold Leaf
$6,223 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Svend Aage for Holm Sorensen Brutalist Acid Treated Brass Pendant Lamps
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Svend Aage for Holm Sorensen Brutalist acid treated brass pendant lamps. Manufactured in Denmark during the 1960s. Original and well kept. Each Brutalist pendant ceiling ligh...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
8" Antique Holophane 'Reflector-Refractor' Prismatic Glass Pendant Light. c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An elegantly formed 'Reflector-Refractor' pendant light made in England by Holophane. c.1920.
Two-part prismatic glass reflector supported by original aged copper gallery and clip...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rattan & Frosted Glass Pendant by DORIA, Germany 1960s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This mid-century pendant was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1960s by DORIA Leuchten.
The fixture embodies mid-century modern design with its minimalist aesthetic and organic materials. It features a hand woven rattan outer shade, a white frosted glass diffuser at the center, and a sleek brass suspension rod with a white ceiling mount...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Late 19th Century Caldwell Bronze Chandelier with Leaded Glass
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th Century Caldwell neoclassical style bronze chandelier with Greek key design and leaded glass Center part. 6 lights. Has Caldwell mark on top part.
Available 2 items
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Late 19th Century American Neoclassical Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique
Brass plated structure with 24 exposed...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Amazing Pink Amethyst Murano Glass Leave Ceiling Light or Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure pink amethyst color Murano glass consists of 45 delicious hand-blown leaves.
The structure is gilt-metal. Five E27 lights spread a magical light.
the price is item...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
French Holophane Glass Vintage Brass Pendant Lights
By Holophane
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Holophane glass pendant lights
Brass top with glass shade.
Weight: 1.20 kg / 2.6 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards ...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pink Seguso Raspberry Pendant Lamp in Cage Murano Glass, 1950s
By Seguso
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A vibrant, playful and intense pink 'raspberry' in the shape of this rather decadent pendant light in cage hand-blown Murano Glass. It was made in the workshop of Seguso in Venice ci...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Very nice large 12-armed Mid Century Modern Brass Sputnik ceiling lamp
Located in München, DE
Beautiful large mid-century modern brass sputnik ceiling lamp with 12 arms in very good, unrestored original condition. Made in Germany.
Beautiful minimalist design with downward-curved arms made of brass.
With a beautiful light patina on the brass. Made in the 1950s.
The Bakelite bags...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Carlo Nason Three Shade Pulegoso Glass Pendant Lamp Mazzega, Italy, 1960
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Carlo Nason three Shade Pulegoso glass chandelier for Mazzega, Italy, 1960
Very scarce, enormous Carlo Nason light with almost 20 inches in diameter in wonderful, undamaged con...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Murano chandelier by Barovier & Toso, Italy, 1950s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Amazing murano chandelier by Barovier & Toso made in Italy in the 1950s.
Founded in 1295 in Murano, Italy, Barovier & Toso stands as one of the oldest family businesses globally. Ori...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Art Nouveau Old Bronze Hector Guimard Chandelier
Located in Rebais, FR
Art Nouveau chandelier from Hector Guimard. Old bronze with finish and amber glasses.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Josef Frank Silk Pendant
Located in Vienna, AT
Silk shade, designed by Josef Frank for Firma Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930s-1940s.
new silk shade
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$2,280 / item
Barovier & Toso Murano Glass Figurative Chandelier with Avventurina 1970s
Located in New York, NY
This figurative Murano glass pendant, crafted in the 1970s by Barovier & Toso-- the world's oldest glassworks, established in 1295-- offers a glimpse into the centuries-old craftsman...
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1970s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
1940 Bagues Crystals Flowers Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
1940’s French Bagues silver leaf metal light fixture with incrustes crystals bottom part and glass leaves and flowers on top, beautiful patina and newly rewired( UL)
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1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
1965 Sciolari Inox Chandelier with Lucite Cubes and Brass Rods, Italy
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
A bold , modern Gaetano Sciolari Chandelier made of thick polished stainless steel sheet with acrilyc cubes and brass rod .
Well made with prime quality material.
Solid, sturdy...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
$16,995 Sale Price
22% Off
Magnificent Murano Glass Chandelier, 101 Pink Tube Glasses
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 101 large pink glass tubes in a star shape. Can be used as a chandeli...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Single Italian Ball Midcentury Cocoon Castiglioni Style Pendant Light, Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful cocoon hanging lamp made in Italy in the 1960s.It has a beautiful round ball design, which is similar to the lamps made by Castiglioni. It is approx. 16" in diameter. The...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Hand-Blown Amber Murano Glass & Brass Feather Chandelier by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable Mid-Century Modernist hand-blown Murano feather glass chandelier, designed by the renowned Mazzega, hails from Italy circa 1980. The chandelier features an array of e...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Reeded Pink Coloured Glass & Brass Pendant Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French pink coloured glass pendant lamp with brass top
Weight : 0.90 kg / 2 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incandes...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Murano glass Chandelier -100 turquoise Felci glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 100 large turquoise glass leaves felci plus a glass sphere used as a ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
1 of the 2 Opaline Large Glass Lamp "Water Lily" by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putz
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the two Large Pedant Ceiling lamp wave by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler, Germany Düren 1960s.
Peill & Putzler's "Water Rose" (or "Artichoke") received the "iF Product Desig...
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Early 1600s German Post-Modern Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Paavo Tynell, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1950s
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito, Finland, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.5” H x 23” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 4....
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1950s Finnish Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Déco Pendant Light with marbled glass, Germany - 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Art Deco rod pendant light with a large glass shade and chrome-plated suspension from around 1930-1940 in very good overall condition.
This rod pendant light looks particularly good...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Max Ingrand Fontana Arte Semi Flush Mount Chandelier Mod. 1462 Glass Brass, 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare original Max Ingrand Fontana Arte semi flush mount Mod. 1642
Beautiful 28" ceiling fixture from blue-ish polished and satin glass, partially with clear and satin finish and smo...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1940s Dutch Large Brass & Porcelain Hand Painted Delft Blue and White Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and large size eight light pendant.
This decorative and top quality made pendant could be perfect for you. Both on and off this great workmanship fixture can create just th...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Mid-Century 5-Light Murano Glass Flower Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century 5-light Murano glass flower chandelier, 1960s
Golden metal structure, e14 lamps.
Good condition.
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1960s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large Alta Brass Dome Chandelier by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Alta brass dome features a spun metal shade with a brass canopy and rod. The shade is available in brass or powdercoated metal finishes. Shown here in antiqued brass.
The Lawso...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$3,125 / item
Elegant Trompe L'oeil 'Drapery' Pendant 1980s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Elegant Trompe L'oeil 'Drapery' Pendant Hollywood Regency, 1980s.
This is something very distinct and elegant - a 1980s Hollywood regency style pendant lamp with trompe l'oeil drape...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and beige glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 16.0"H x 6.5"W x 6.5"D
Stem Length (inches): 9”
Dimensions of Canopy:...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair Italian amethyst Murano Sconces
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
Luxury and GENUINE Murano Glass pair of applique. 100% HAND MADE IN MURANO. The appliques are made by 17 Murano handmade amethyst POLIEDRI glass, for each one, in a Solid metal frame...
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1990s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$2,393 / set
Most Beautiful in Shape and Color Timeless Alabaster Shade Chandelier Dia 22.5Ø"
Located in Lisse, NL
Timeless antique extra large pendant light with a stunning alabaster shade.
Thanks to its timeless design, its extra large size and its mint condition this four light alabaster fixt...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze
Large Pair of Wall Lamps by Sergio Mazza for Artemide, 1960s, Italy
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Large Pair of Wall Lamps by Sergio Mazza for Artemide, 1960s, Italy
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
Painted aluminum, raw aluminum and clear sandblasted glass.
This la...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Brass Blue Enamel Vintage Frosted Glass Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Blue enamel industrial hanging lamp.
Frosted glass with brass top.
Weight: 2.40 kg / 5.3 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards...
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Danish Modern Tiered White Pendant Lights by Knud Christensen, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Very similar to Hans Agne Jakobsson's and Carl Thore's lamp configurations these white tiered hanging lamps were designed by danish architect Knud Christensen in the late 1970s. Depe...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Spanish Sunburst Foliage Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching gold gilt wrought iron sunburst leafed flush mount ceiling light. Spain, 1950s.
This piece features a leafed sunburst or flower burst ceiling light showing a richly hand...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
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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