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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Organic Modern
Style: Rococo
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by AGO 'Small - Terracotta'
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Small Terracotta Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt: 6 W Color Temp. 2700 / 30...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Customizable Pendant Lamp TRN D1, Brass Rod, Blue, Black & Brown Ceramic
Located in Paris, FR
TRN D1 Pendant lamp / Ceiling lamp / chandelier Signed by Pani Jurek Dimensions: H. 37.5 x 35 x 5 cm Model shown: Cobalt blue, black & brown Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compati...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Contemporary Pendant Light, Sculptural Collectible Design "Ikigai" by AOAO
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
- Colour is customisable (Please see the colour chart). - Voltage can be set to 120V or 230V - If you require colour/material samples, please feel free to let us know. Ikigai is a large handmade sculptural pendant lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian Monumental Blue Pink Pastel Murano Glass Round Brass Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary monumental Italian exclusive Sputnik chandelier of grand size, entirely handcrafted, an enticing modern round design by Cosulich Interiors & Antiques, with a brass struc...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Late 20th Century Italian Turquoise Crystal & Gilt Metal Chandelier - 6 Arm
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a wonderful Italian gilt metal chandelier with beautiful turquoise crystals. It has 25 inches of chain and a small canopy. The fixture has six arms. It is in working order.
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Late 20th Century Italian Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

'Cosmic Ore' Pendant 100, Gradient Patina Bronze Brass Ceiling Lamp, Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Two finely hand-spun brass plates make up this pendant light, a bronze to brass gradient accentuates the shape. The light is projected into the shade and reflects out, illuminating without creating a glare. This light fixture is suitable for both contemporary and vintage inspired interiors...
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2010s British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Murano Glass, Italy, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and Murano glass chandelier, designed and produced in Italy, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 22” H x 23” Diameter Bulb Specifications: E-26 Bulb Number of Sockets: 5
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1930s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Signature Designer Pendant Light, Sandy Tan
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Illuminate your space with style and sophistication. This designer pendant light is the perfect statement piece for any room. Its elegant and geometric shape through the use of wo...
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2010s South African Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Cord, Wood, Birch

Modern Pendant Lamps 'Thula' by Federica Biasi x Tooy, Walnut
Located in Paris, FR
Thula 562.23 by Frederica Biasi x Tooy Pendant amp compliant with US electric system (Sold individually, price only for large pendant) Dimensions: Small : H 11 x W. 67 x D. 25 cm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

19th Century and Later Painted Iron Six Light Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large red-painted iron chandelier made up of 19th century and later parts with decorative chains and hanging tassels from the carved wooden and iron bobeches.
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Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Silk and Organza over Metal "5 Palms" Chandelier by Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
The 5 Palms chandelier is part of the Palm Family which takes its inspiration directly from nature while playing with movement and grace. The ceiling fixture is highly customizable, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Leather Pendant Lamp 'Flip' by Sebastian Herkner x AGO, Green
Located in Paris, FR
Flip Pendant lamp by Sebastian Herkner x AGO Lighting Green Leather Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: E14 Watt. Max 20 W Cable Length: 3m Available colors i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Alley' by AGO 'Small-Green'
Located in Paris, FR
Alley pendant lamp by AGO Lighting UL Listed Painted aluminum, white opal glass LED G9 110-240V (not included) Available colors: Charcoal, white, grey, burgundy, green Dimensions: 15,8 x 34 cm (Large) 11 x 24 cm (Small) AGO is a Korean design studio specialized in lighting. AGO is based in the area of central Seoul named Euljiro which has been at the heart of Korean industry. Many small factories and workshops remain and it is where AGO started, collaborating with the skilled craftsmen and makers of the area. AGO develops lightings collections in collaboration with contemporary design studio like Bymars, Word or Big-Game for example. Each project is a constant search of the perfect balance between beauty and function with light. ALLEY is a simple versatile modern lamp. Soft shine from the glass globes will light up above the table to bring cozy ambience. ALLEY comes with two different sizes in various orientations; pendant lamp, wall lamp, tilted table lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

XL 1970s Tulip Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Extra large 1970s Italian Mid-Century Organic Modern floral pendant light. Four large and very thick hand blown clear and smoked Murano glass petals are supported by a metal frame. T...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Monumental Blue Pink Pastel Murano Glass Round Brass Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary monumental Italian exclusive Sputnik chandelier of grand size, entirely handcrafted, an enticing modern round design by Cosulich Interiors & Antiques, with a brass struc...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN C3' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Brown & Blue
Located in Paris, FR
TRN C3 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 45 x 35 x 5 cm Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with US electric system Materials: Hand...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Spotlight Volumes, Pendant EA (avocado)
Located in Paris, FR
SPOTLIGHT VOLUMES, pendant lamp Design: Lukas Peet, Editor: ANDLight Model shown: EA avocado Compositions – Up light: A, B, C D, or E – Down light: A, B, D, or E Inspired by spotl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Orbette by Ango, Hand-Woven Rattan Modular Pendant Light
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
Orbette pendant light, handwoven with super fine rattan with 1 mm. strand, is taking the lead from the large Triple Orbit pendant light launched in Paris three years ago. Orbette is an exciting new modular pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rattan

Customizable Pendant Lamp TRN D2, Brass Rod, Ochre Ceramic
Located in Paris, FR
TRN D2 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Signed by Pani Jurek Dimensions: H28 x 35 x 5 cm Model shown: Ochre Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Silk over Metal "Stand By" Pendant Lamp 24 in / 60 cm
Located in linden, NJ
The Stand By pendant light is a perfectly round shaped disc featuring a combination of pure simplicity and glamour. Stand By radiates Brilliant light ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Cosmic 'Rust Pendant 70' Artisan Handmade Rust Patinated Brass Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
Two finely hand-spun brass plates make up this pendant light, finished in a mixed rust patina to create this unique appearance. Light is projected into the shade before reflecting ou...
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2010s British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Baccarat Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in Pasadena, CA
This a great example of a small Baccarat gilt bronze and cut crystal chandelier. The chandelier dates to the late 20th century. The quality of the bronz...
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Late 20th Century French Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Spotlight Volumes, Pendant EB (avocado)
Located in Paris, FR
SPOTLIGHT VOLUMES, pendant lamp Design: Lukas Peet, Editor: ANDLight Model shown: EB Compositions – Up light: A, B, C D, or E – Down light: A, B, D, or E Inspired by spotlights, t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Cloud Modern Pendant Light Within the Jewellery Series of Lighting by Ango
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
The Cloud design creates lightness and hope and this collection is offered in different sizes, especially so that multi cloud installations can be easily formed that will bring about beautiful multi diffusions of light. Cloud is created in free form by hand welding the connecting points of the structure and in each piece the multiple nodes of light refraction are apparently suspended in space, with differing degrees of color and complexity. The Cloud modern chandelier collection is offered in different sizes and finishes (nickel silver, brass and copper), and was first seen as a special customisation within the Ango jewellery series of lighting with the installation in 2019 over the central section of the elegant Lakorn restaurant within the Rosewood Hotel, Bangkok. Cloud ceiling...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

ANTiQUE FRENCH ROCOCO GOLD GILT BRASS EIGHT BRANCH CHERUB CHANDELIER LIGHT
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite circa 1900 French solid gilt brass Rococo ceiling chandelier de...
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Early 1900s French Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Domino' by Sylvain Willenz x AGO, Burgundy
Located in Paris, FR
Domino Pendant lamp by Sylvain Willenz x AGO Lighting Burgundy - Single Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: Integrated LED (COB), DC Watt. 15 W Color temp. 2700 / ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Design Pendant by Studio Aqua, 2000s
Located in Renens, CH
Liana S. Pendant by Studio Aqua. Aqua creations are a small light making studio, their lamps are hand made out of dyed crushed silk which is supported by a me...
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Early 2000s Israeli Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Arraid Flushmount Light by Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant aged brass and opaline glass flushmount light "Arraid", designed by Gallery L7, handcrafted and finished in Los Angeles from American brass. Can be wall or ceiling mounted, h...
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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Handcrafted plaster, Calla Lily Chandelier, Red Plaster Finish
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
For a large space in need of a signature lighting object, the Calla Lily Chandelier is a good option. It sets out to dominate through its sheer size and form. Hand-sculpted in plaste...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Handwoven Rattan Tall George Light Screen - Mexico City - León León Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
Introducing our stunning Handwoven Rattan Tall George Light Screen, a one-of-a-kind creation by León León Design from Mexico ...
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rattan

Vintage French Rococo Style White Ceramic and Glass Hanging Lantern, 1970s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Vintage Rococo style white ceramic and glass hanging lantern, France, circa the 1970s. This adorable pendant light fixture features a white ceramic lantern and a beautiful canopy wit...
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1970s French Rococo Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Large Contemporary Chandelier, Sculptural Collectible Design "Bosei" by AOAO
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
- Colours are customisable both on the interior and exterior (Please see the colour chart). - Voltage can be set to 120V or 230V. - If you require colour/material samples, please fee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Brass Balancier Chandelier by Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant aged brass chandelier by Gallery L7, handcrafted and finished in Los Angeles from American brass, with four brass arms carrying two adjus...
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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Handcrafted plaster, Calla Lily Light Pair, Black Plaster Finish
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
Hand-sculpted in plaster you can select from a single element or a pair of Calla Lily Light allowing for endless possibilities to create your own composit...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Spotlight Volumes, Pendant EE (black)
Located in Paris, FR
SPOTLIGHT VOLUMES, pendant lamp Design: Lukas Peet, Editor: ANDLight Model shown: EE black Compositions – Up light: A, B, C D, or E – Down light: A, B, D, or E Inspired by spotlig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Chandelier 'Cirkus' by AGO 'Large - Grey'
Located in Paris, FR
Cirkus chandelier by AGO Lighting Coated ABS, aluminum UL Listed LED GU10 110-240V (not included) Two sizes available: 4 pairs of lamps / 6 pairs o...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Bespoke Italian Alabaster White Murano Glass Brass Round Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary innovative custom modern chandelier, entirely handcrafted in Italy, with handmade brass double frame and a Hollywood Regency fl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN D1' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Black, Ochre, Blue
Located in Paris, FR
TRN D1 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 37.5 x 35 x 5 cm Model shown: Black, ochre & light blue Bulb (not include...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Handcrafted plaster, Calla Lily Light Single, Red Plaster Finish
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
Hand-sculpted in plaster you can select from a single element or a pair of Calla Lily Light allowing for endless possibilities to create your own composit...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Contemporary Italian Rose Pink Textured Murano Glass Bronze Pendant/Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Bring the unusual yet elegant in your space! A modern suspension couture light fixture, a creation entirely handcrafted in Italy with lantern stylized shape, in the style of Max Ingr...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Biomorphic Pendant by Studio Chora, Organic Hanging Light Fixture, Made-to-order
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Hanging pendant light fixture by Studio Chora, Biomorphic Series. Hardwired. Current production and made-to-order. 3-4 week lead time. Biomorphic: ‘bios' meaning life and 'morphe' meaning form. Dimensions (as shown): diameter: 1'-0" height: 0'-9-1/2" The Biomorphic Pendant...
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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plaster, Paper

Spotlight Volumes, Pendant EA (vanilla)
Located in Paris, FR
SPOTLIGHT VOLUMES, pendant lamp Design: Lukas Peet, Editor: ANDLight Model shown: EA vanilla Compositions – Up light: A, B, C D, or E – Down light: A, B, D, or E Inspired by spotl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Contemporary Minimalist Italian 8-Arm Crystal Murano Glass Modern Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist modern creation of the traditional Venetian Chandelier, 8 lights, in artistic blown crystal Murano glass, entirely hand-crafted in Italy. This lighting fixture in Murano g...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel, Iron

Handcrafted plaster, Calla Lily Light Pair, Red Plaster Finish
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
Hand-sculpted in plaster you can select from a single element or a pair of Calla Lily allowing for endless possibilities to create your own composition. The pair of Calla Lily consis...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by ago 'Small - Charcoal'
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Small Terracotta Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt: 6 W Color Temp. 2700 / 30...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Leather Pendant Lamp 'Flip' by Sebastian Herkner x AGO, Brown
Located in Paris, FR
Flip Pendant lamp by Sebastian Herkner x AGO Lighting Brown Leather Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminium Light Source: E14 Watt. Max 20 W Cable Length: 3M Available colors in alumin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Transcendence Suspension 3 Ango, Hand-Crafted Sculptural Pendant Light
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
A sophisticated sculptural pendant lighting piece, “Transcendence suspension 3” is made up of eight separate diffusers, each one handcrafte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Organic Material

Spotlight Volumes, Pendant EC (sage)
Located in Paris, FR
SPOTLIGHT VOLUMES, pendant lamp Design: Lukas Peet, Editor: ANDLight Model shown: EC sage Compositions – Up light: A, B, C D, or E – Down light: A, B, D, or E Inspired by spotligh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Contemporary Light Grey Chandelier 'Legier' by Tooy, 6 Pendants, Smoke Glass
Located in Paris, FR
Chandelier Legier by Tooy. 6 Pendants version. (Compliant with US electric system) Dimensions: - Small pendant (x 3 ): height 33 cm x diameter 25 cm. - Large pendant (x 3 ): heigh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Late 19th Century Six Arm French Rococo Bronze Louis XV Style Chandelier
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique Louis XV style bronze chandelier with Rococo influence. A graceful French Rococo style five arm gilt bronze chandelier recentl...
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Customizable Pendant Lamp TRN F1, Brass Rod, Light, Medium & Navy Blue Ceramic
Located in Paris, FR
TRN F1 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Signed by Pani Jurek Dimensions: H. 375 x 55 x 5 cm Model shown: Light blue, medium blue & navy blue Bulb (n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN C3' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Blue and Green
Located in Paris, FR
TRN C3 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 45 x 35 x 5 cm Model shown: Blue & green Bulb (not included): E27/E26, co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Organic Modern Light Fixture Lost-Wax Bronze Vintage Finish Horsehair Tassels
Located in San Antonio, TX
MARATUS chandelier was designed for the Mol collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. A chestnut horse with a white tail is called Palomino, it is dashing and atypical. This lamp is an allegory of its sumptuous presence. The vintage finish accentuates the volumes and vigor of the bronze pieces that make up this skeleton with shiny translucent strands of natural horsehair. It uses a low-watt LED light that lasts up to 18 years and saves 90% of energy consumption. Cast bronze with vintage finish pieces. 12 lights with horsehair tassels...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze

Contemporary Wall Lamp 'Mozzi' by AGO 'Large, Terracotta'
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt: 13 W Color Temp. 2700 / 3000 K Ceiling cup Ø 44,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel

Signature Designer Pendant Light, Sea Breeze
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Illuminate your space with style and sophistication. This designer pendant light is the perfect statement piece for any room. Contemporary, grandiose, and dazzling, this black and w...
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2010s South African Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Cord, Wood, Birch

Evolutionette by Ango, Silk Cocoon Hand-crafted Table Lamp
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
A small globe pendant light, Evolutionette has been developed from “Globette-EV” Ango table light that won Design Excellent Award (DEmark), Thailan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Organic Material

Gray Industrial Pendant Lamp, Minimalist Lighting by Donatas Žukauskas In Stock
Located in Rudamina, LT
Pendant light “BALANCE”, gray, tall. A combination of natural stone-like rigidity and lightness of a cloud. These handmade ceiling lights have a unique character and bring a sense...
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2010s Lithuanian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Handwoven Agave Fiber Sun Light Screen - Mexico City - León León Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
This Handwoven Agave Fiber Sun Light Screen is a unique creation by León León Design from Mexico City. Henequén is the name for the Agave fiber...
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Natural Fiber

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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