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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1950s
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Palm Leaves Chandelier Murano Glass and Brass, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of mouth-blown Murano glass chandeliers, blue Murano glass leaves, brass frame, three bulbs.
The chandelier reproduces the crown of a palm tree.
Rewired with E14 or E12 socket f...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1930 French Bagues Crystals Chandelier 6 Lights
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930 French Bagues gilt metal and crystals small chandelier with 6 lights
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1930s French French Provincial Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.25"H x 11.5"W x 11.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 7.75”
Dimensions of C...
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1940s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Danish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 33.0"H x 20.5"W x 20.5"D
Stem Length (inches): 24.5"
Dimensions...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Diabolo Wood Hanging Pendant, 1970s
Located in Hannover, DE
This is a handwoven pendant using willow material and very unique techniques by experienced craftsmen. its a beautiful ceiling pendant that is perfect for almost all styles of homes ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Willow
Extra Large Sunburst Chandelier / Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, Spain 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind extra large (31,5 inches ) gilt sunburst light fixture in wrought iron. Spain, 1940s.
This monumental triple layered ceiling flush mount was entirely made in hand-forge...
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20th Century Spanish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Large three-Tier Murano 52 blue alabaster glass tubes
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 101 large blue alabaster glass tubes in a star shape. The alabaster te...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Beautiful Art Deco Bronze Chandelier with Striking Alabaster Like Glass Shades
Located in Lisse, NL
Striking and exclusive 1920s bronze and glass light fixture for the perfect atmosphere.
If you are looking for a remarkable light fixture to grace your living space then this antiqu...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
MULLER FRERES French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Frères, Croismare, France, 1920s. A superb French Art Deco chandelier by Muller Frères, Croismare, dating from the late 1920s. This chandelier fe...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Spanish Sunburst Flush Mount in Gilt Metal with support, circa 1950
Located in La xara, VC
Large Spanish sunburst light in gilt metal and frosted glass,greeen ; white ; orange........other color
Spain, 1950s. Midcentury antique gilt iron frame or pendant with laurel leaf ...
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1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
$708 Sale Price
33% Off
Enormous 36 Ø Flush Mount / Pendant with Stunning Full Moon-Like Alabaster Shade
Located in Lisse, NL
One of the largest, most stylish and truly lunar-like alabaster lights.
This superb condition and timeless design alabaster grand chandelier is another one of our recent great finds...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Iron, Wire
Mid-Century Modern Wicker Pendant Lamp, 1960s.
Located in Hannover, DE
This natural wicker pendant lamp is a rare to find style of lampshade, it will enrich your home regardless of its style. The make also cottages, restaurants or offices look so beauti...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker
Large Murano Filigrana Glass Spiral Chandelier — Italian Mid-Century Opulence
Located in Dronten, NL
Elevate your space with the timeless elegance of this large Murano spiral chandelier, crafted by master glassmakers in Murano, Italy using the centuries-old Filigrana technique. Feat...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century German Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Mid Century Cocoon pendant lamp by Goldkant based on a design by Friedel Wauer from the 60s.
The Cocoon shade provides diffuse, atmospheric light. At the same time, the symmetr...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.5"H x 10.0"W x 10.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 5.0"
Dimensions of Ca...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Muller Frères Art Deco signed chandelier, art glass and nickeled bronze
Located in New York City, NY
An exceptional example of French Art Deco lighting, this chandelier signed by Muller Frères features a central arrangement of five molded frosted art glass shades with architectural...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Rare "Hana II" Uchiwa Pendant Light by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare Uchiwa pendant lamp mod. "Hana II" by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s, Germany.
Executed in bamboo and 6 rice paper fans.
Can be vertically extended an...
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1970s German Japonisme Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Max Sauze, Pendant Light, Aluminum, Steel, France, 1970s
By Max Sauze
Located in High Point, NC
An aluminum and steel wire "Cassiope" pendant light designed and produced by Max Sauze, France, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.1” H x 19.25” Diameter
Dimensions of Mount...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
2 Rupert nikoll pendants with original antique opal glass shades vienna 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
2 Rupert nikoll pendants with original antique opal glass shades vienna 1960s
Brass polished and stove enameled
Original antique opal glass shades
Pair price.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opal, Brass
Swedish Grace Ceiling Light by Lars Holmström, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful Swedish Grace ceiling light in a large size. Made from bronze with a large, wide frosted glass shade. Elaborate, sculptural decor of a man, woman and a deer in stylized fol...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Pewter
Neoclassical Foliage Sunburst Crown Ceiling Light Fixture / Chandelier
Located in Barcelona, ES
Triple Layered Foliage Crown Shaped Ceiling Light Fixture / Pendant, Spain, 1940s.
This flush mount features three layers of leaves hand-crafted in gilt iron surrounding a central fr...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf, Metal
Rust Brown Metal Vintage Industrial Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Industrial pedant light spot light.
Brown rust metal with rotatable arm
Weight: 4.50 kg / 9.9 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international stan...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Murano Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor polished nickel supports 80 large pink and white alabaster glass tube. The alabast...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
$4,488 / item
Vintage Industrial Blue Tinted Holophane Prismatic Glass Pendant Light. 1930
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An incredible run of scarcely found blue tinted Holophane pendant lights made in England c.1930
Beautiful crisp prismatic glass reflectors bearing the Holophane makers mark with ind...
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1930s English Industrial Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Swedish Mid Century Modern, 5 Arm Chandelier, Attr. Hans Bergström, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
This Swedish Mid-Century Modern chandelier from the 1950s features five elegantly curved brass arms, each fitted with a softly tapered textile shade. Its minimalist silhouette and re...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Barovier & Toso Murano Glass and Brass Flower Chandelier, Italy, 1940s
Located in Roma, IT
Outstanding mid-century chandelier in Murano mouth-blown glass and brass. This fabulous chandelier was produced by the renowned masters of Murano glass Barovier and Toso, in Italy du...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Sisal and Teak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design was very unusual.
The shape and the materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very ...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Teak
'Onos 55' Brass Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, 1970s Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Designed by Florian Schulz and crafted in Germany in the 1970s, this pendant light captivates with its elegant and functional design. Its sleek, minimalist aesthetic reflects the era...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Henri Quenvil Rare Art Deco Enameled Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Rare and wide French Art Deco pendant chandelier by Henri Quenvil, 47 rue d'Hauteville, Paris (10e), France, ca.1920. Very spectacular and furiously classy pendant chandelier. French...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set Of 2 Orange Murano Glass Pendant Lamps, 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 orange Murano glass pendant lamps, 1980s
Intact glass. Each single ball has a diameter of 27 cm and height 30 cm. Length including the chain 85 cm.
Good condition, small sig...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 15.0"H x 19.0"W x 19.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 6.0"
Dimensions of Ca...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Catena Murano Glass Chrome Chandelier, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A fantastic Kalmar chandelier model "Catena" by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1970s. These lights are handmade high quality pieces. Made of large hand-molded Murano glass...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Mid-Century Venetian Glass Chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning chandelier is a remarkable example of Carlo Nason's iconic lighting designs for Mazzega Murano during the mid-20th century. The piece features an elegant hemispherical ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Monumental Pendants 10 Available adjustable drop
Located in South Charleston, WV
10 Available. Priced individually. Monumental 10" wide by 19.5" in height. Adjustable pole adds 48" making these 67.5" tall. Rods can be re-threaded to reduce drop. Acrylic shades su...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
French Art Deco Lustre Frozen Glass Ceiling Pendant Chandelier, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Deco chandelier or lustre, French
Frozen molded glass and brass
Realistic flowers motifs
1930
A very small chip on the lower part of the globe (please see last photo).
Good condi...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Cocoon Ball Pendant by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Large Mid-Century Modern Cocoon ball pendant lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, designed and manufactured in Italy during the 1960s. With a single bulb holder for a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Chrome Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This exquisite chandelier, designed by renowned Italian lighting designer Gaetano Sciolari in the 1960s, is a stunning example of mid-century modern elegance. Featuring a sophisticat...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1950 Candlestick in Rope "Ancre De Marine" Audoux and Minet - France
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Pendant light composed of a central stem adorned with a “jas” on the upper third, and featuring a horizontal electrified arm at the base that curves upward on both sides, forming an ...
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1950s European French Provincial Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
Scandinavian Modern Beech wood Chandelier by Jan Wickelgren, 1970s, Sweden
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Impressive Scandinavian Modern Beech Wood Chandelier designed by Jan Wickelgren in the 1970s for Aneta Sweden. A center-piece for a beautiful home.
* Pendant light in bend beech wo...
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1970s Danish Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
White Mat Opaline Glass Brass Vintage Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mat opaline glass pendant.
Brass top.
200 cm / 80" black cotton wire.
Weight: 2.40 kg / 5.3 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standa...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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
Fantastic Pink Murano Palmette Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Luxury pink Palmette Murano glass chandelier with a gold metal frame.
Price is for 1 item.
Available also a pair and a pair of sconces.
8 light bulbs, E27 dimension
Dimensions: Chan...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Nybro Armaturfabrik, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, green-lacquered metal and etched beige glass pendant light produced by Nybro Aramturfabrik, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 24.0"H x 12.0"W x 6.0"D
Stem Len...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Kalmar 'Tulipan' Clear Glass Light Fixture, Austria 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
An exceptional 'Tulipan' flush mount chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in the midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1960s-early 1970s). With beautiful Murano Tulipan sh...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stunning Design, Original Bauhaus Art Deco Alabaster Ceiling Light/ Fixture 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Early twentieth century work-of-art light fixture.
With early 20th century lighting in general (and alabaster fixtures in particular) as one of our specialities, we were again amaze...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Chrome, Wire
Art Deco Marbled Light Pink Glass and Brass Pendant Light, Germany, 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
An Art Deco marbled light pink glass and brass pendant light from the 1930s, Germany.
This adorable ceiling fixture features a beautifully shaped, light pink marbled glass shade wit...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
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
Antique Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Italian carved alabaster pendant light fixture with three interior lights.
Measurements:
Drop: 12"
Diameter: 14"
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1920s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak, brass and white fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Oxidation present to brass
Wear consistent with age and use
Overall Dimensions (inches): 15...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mosaic Glass Disco Ball With Rotor 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Vintage mosaic glass disco ball with rotor 1980s
Intact and functional, it has a diameter of 30 cm.
Very good condition.
We guarantee adequate packagi...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Mirror
Rich Green Murano Glass Chandelier, circa 1980s
Located in Villaverla, IT
This captivating Murano glass chandelier, a testament to exquisite Italian craftsmanship, features a vibrant emerald green hue that commands attention. Its elegant design, characteri...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Austrian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Pearl, Austria, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, cream-white opaline glass and pearl or imitation pearl decor designed and produced in Austria, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 16” H x 10.75” Diameter
Dimensions of...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare XXL pendant lamp Rytmic by Havlova Milanda 1969 for Vest Made in Austria
By Vest
Located in München, DE
Huge plastic pendat lamp by Havlova Milanda, model Rytmic 1969 for Vest. Made in Austria.
Creates a great light for all rooms.
Very rare in this size. Great Pop Art design in impecca...
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1960s Austrian Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic
Itsu Oy Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Yellow Opaline Glass, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare ceiling lamp, produced by Itsu Oy in Finland, 1950s. Made from brass, decorative details in brass, with 4 shades in yellow-tonen opaline glass.
This elegant ceiling lamp was pr...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Prescolite Cased Glass Pendants two available
By Prescolite
Located in South Charleston, WV
Only one let. Priced individually. The remaining shade has a tiny chip to the bottom. Cased glass, cranberry red over white. See images. 4.5" wide, 12.5" tall. Includes ceiling plate...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Large Cocoon Pendant Lamp
Located in München, DE
A very beautiful Cocoon pendant lamp from the 1950s.
Wonderful and contemporary design.
A highlight for any room.
It creates a cozy light.
Condition:
Very good vintage condition wi...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 34.0"H x 7.75"W x 7.75"D
Stem Length (inches): 23.0"
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.25"H x 3....
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Pine
Georges Beal at Verlys Large and Rare Art Deco Pendant Chandelier, 1920
By Verlys Glass
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This stunning French Art Deco pendant chandelier was designed by Georges Béal and produced by VERLYS in Les Andelys, France, during the 1920s. The chandelier features the iconic "Les...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Antique Glass Holophane Pendant Light – I
A vintage bell shaped glass prismatic pendant light shade which looks great both lit and unlit. The ...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Copper
Pure Art Deco White & Black Veins Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture, Rope & Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning, Stylized and large, 19.5" in diameter alabaster pendant of great quality and condition.
This rare design and fairly large chandelier from the heydays of the European Art D...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Wire, Bronze
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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