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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Josef Frank Silk Pendant
Located in Vienna, AT
Silk shade, designed by Josef Frank for Firma Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930s-1940s.
new silk shade
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$2,280 / item
Large beige Murano glasses Sputnik chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Dallas, TX
Large half Sputnik glass chandelier, Stilnovo style Italy 1990s.
The Mid Century Modern chandelier is made of brass mounts and twelve Murano glass globes.
Each globe is nesting a lig...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern 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
Scandinavian mid century chandelier pendant lamp, brass & glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
Scandinavian mid-century pendant lamp, produced by an unidentified Swedish manufacturer in the 1950s. Crafted from brass, it features three curved arms attached to a bell-shaped cent...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Verner Panton White Moon Lamp Visor Lamp, Op-Art, Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
An early model of the iconic Space Age mid-century moon lamp, also known as the visor pendant lamp, designed by Verner Panton in the 1960s and executed by Louis Poulsen, Denmark. Thi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1 of 2 Kalmar Tulipan Chandeliers Pendant Lights, Glass Nickel White Metal, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two large and fantastic light fixtures model Tulipan 73 HL by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
Two lights are ...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
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
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
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
$5,299 / item
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
Alhambra 2C Milk Glass with Brass Patina, Granada Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
These glass lanterns are made in a generations-old workshop in Granada, Spain. Each pendant light is hand forged, and reflects the influence of Moorish design that can be observed th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
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
French Amethyst Crystal Flowers Beaded Floral Maison Baguès Style Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 5 lights. Will be newly rewired with certified US UL sockets for the USA and appropriate socket for all other countries and ready to hang. Amethyst and clear crystal prisms, ...
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1950s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
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
Pair Magnificent Murano Glass Chandeliers, 101 Pink Tube Glasses
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Pai Italian vintage chandeliers 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 cha...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Ceiling Lamp – French Craftsmanship, Circa 196
Located in Barcelona, ES
Step back in time with the allure of a Mid-Century Modern sunburst brass wall lamp, a design gem from circa 1960, steeped in the traditions of French craftsmanship. Crafted with meti...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$684 Sale Price
65% Off
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
Achille Castiglioni Mid-Century Beige "Cocoon" Round Pendant, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century "cocoon" pendant with a marvelous dark beige even patina. This gorgeous cocoon ceiling lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni in Italy in the 1960s.
This coco...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Steel
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
$6,192 Sale Price
20% Off
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
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
Vintage blue glass pendant lamp, Italy 1950s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
The beautiful vintage light-blue glass lamp made in Italy in the '50s.
The lamp is in good vintage condition, with no damage.
Dimensions:
Width: 26 cm / 10.2 inches
Height: 38 cm /...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
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
Mid-Century 6-Light Brass Chandelier Attributed to Oscar Torlasco, 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century 6-light brass chandelier attributed to Oscar Torlasco, 1950s
Intact and in good condition, E14 lamps.
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1950s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and Murano glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, . 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 43.0"H x 14.25"W x 14.25"D
Stem Length (inches): 24”
Dimensions of Can...
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1940s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 2 Stunning Glass Tubes Flushmount by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic mid-century chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969. Art Glass cylinders are suspended from the fixture.
High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Atomic Pendant Lamp in cased glass
By Prescolite
Located in South Charleston, WV
A perfect shape. Subliminal lines and proportions from the atomic age. Designed to be seen. Unmarked, but almost certainly produced in Finland for Prescolite. 9" wide and 12" tall. P...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of French Crystal Chandeliers with Glass Leaves, Sold individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1950's French chandelier with crystal leaves and flowers. 4 arms and 2 interior lights. Sold Individually
Measurements:
Drop: 28"
Diameter: 32"
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1950s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron, Spain 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Hand Forged Sunburst Flush Mount in Gilt Iron, 1950s
Hand-hammered sunburst light fixture with thick rays. Richly adorned by the hammer marks thorough. Slightly curly iron r...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
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
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
Several Murano Glass Pendant Lights by Massimo Vignelli for Venini, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
Set of beautiful pendant lights, made in the 1960s by Massimo Vignelli for Venini.
The lampshades are made of opaline glass with an inner white glaze. Real Murano glass, made in Ita...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass
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
1915 Two-Piece Holophane/Curtis 9.75 Inch Pendants
By Holophane
Located in Peekskill, NY
We love Holophane lamps because of the wonderful light they project. The glass is all prismatic and designed to get the most out of a bulb. These are one of the companies earliest de...
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
"The Large Pendant" / 2479 by Josef Frank, designed in the 1920s, org. shades
Located in Stockholm, SE
A real Josef Frank icon, model The Large Pendant / 2479 i brass with original shades. Frank designed the lamp in the 1920 for Haus & Garten and brought the sketches of the lamp to Sw...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Monumental Chandelier Paavo Tynell attr
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Monumental chandelier Paavo Tynell Attributed.
Light fixture with 12 arms and rich brass mesh and wire decor, typical of Paavo Tynell design.
12 lights with candelabra sockets and 4 ...
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1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$140,000 / item
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
24" Glass Rombus Pendant, Milk Glass with Brass, Granada Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
These glass lanterns are made in a generations-old workshop in Granada, Spain. Each pendant light is hand forged, and reflects the influence of Moorish design that can be observed th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Palm Leaves Chandelier Murano Glass and Brass, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Mouth blown Murano glass chandelier, green Murano glass leaves, brass frame, three light bulbs. The chandelier reproduces the crown of a palm tree. Rewired to European and US standar...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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
Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Attr. Chandelier Glass and Brass Italy 1960
Located in Palermo, IT
Brass chandelier with three opaline glasses. Attributable to Stilnovo. Italian production from the 60s. Please watch the video and photos carefully, thank you.
3 E14 lights
NOTE: W...
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Mid-20th Century Italian 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
Trio Antique Church Opaline Glass Ceiling Pendants Light By Hailwood & Ackroyd
Located in Sale, GB
- A rare and impressive trio of church opaline 'Hailware' ceiling pendants by Hailwood & Ackroyd, England circa 1930.
- These milk glass ceiling pendants originally hung inside an ol...
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Early 20th Century British Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
Mid-Century Modern Limited-Edition Walnut 19" Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
This pendant light combines Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian design, offering a sleek yet organic look. Crafted from walnut wood veneer, known for its rich grain and dark tones, t...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Other
$946 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Seguso Murano Glass Figurative Chandelier, 1950s
By Seguso
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your interior with this stunning Seguso Murano Glass Figurative Chandelier from the 1950s—a masterful blend of Italian artistry and mid-century glamour. Handblown in Murano, ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$6,800 / item
10-light Murano Glass "Tronchi" Chandelier Toni Zuccheri For Venini, 1960s
By Venini, Toni Zuccheri
Located in Palermo, IT
10-light Glass "Tronchi" Murano Glass Chandelier attributed to Toni Zuccheri for Venini, 1960s
Intact and in good condition.
Height 70 cm, diameter 50 cm.
Metal structure.
E 27 lamps...
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1960s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Chandelier in Hammered Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce, chandelier model 12369, brass, Italy, design circa 1951
Organic chandelier by Angelo Lelii designed for Arredoluce. Six leaves open towards the ceiling ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier, 1910s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco alabaster pendant chandelier, France, 1910s. Carved alabaster shade. Bronze (canopy and hidden-holes) and brass (chains) fixture. Goat's head hidden-holes. Old alabas...
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1910s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Venini Cappellin 1930 Art Deco Murano Glass Lantern
By Cappellin
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Rare and Delightful 1930 Venini Cappellin Murano Glass Lantern.
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
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
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
Mid-Century Murano Glass Chandelier, 1960s attributed to Carlo Nason
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century Murano glass chandelier, Italian Design 1960s, attributed to Carlo Nason for Mazzega.
Intact glass, metal structure, E27 lamp.
Good condition.
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1960s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Murano Chandeliers sand tone in style of Carlo Scarpa chrome fittings
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Bromma, SE
Set of 2 Large Chic Exquisite Murano Chandeliers in Traditional Italian Mid-Century Style. The murano pendants is perfect over a kitchen island or a dining table or customized shorte...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
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
Silk Pendant Lamp from the 1930's, Austria
Located in Vienna, Austria
A silk pendant lamp from the 1930's, made in Austria. The metal has been chrome plated and is in very good condition. Unique to this design is that t...
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1930s Austrian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Rare "Hana I" Uchiwa Pendant Light by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s NEW PRICE
By Ingo Maurer, M Design
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare, large "Uchiwa" pendant lamp mod. "Hana I" by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s, Germany.
Executed in bamboo and 6 rice paper fans.
Can be vertically extended and dismantled.
T...
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1970s German Japonisme Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bamboo, Paper, Cotton
Large Three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier, Pink Albaster
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 48 large glass tubes in a star shape. The alabaster technique create...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Luxury Barovier & Toso Chandelier, Murano Pulegoso Glass, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Art Deco chandelier made by the Barovier & Toso glassworks in the 1940s and 1950s.
This chandelier's unique feature is the glass disc made of precious pulegoso glass.
The chandelier ...
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1950s European Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid Century Modern Style Brass and Murano Glass Big Chandelier
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Elegant Murano glass chandelier with a luxurious vintage design. This light features 16 arms, the frame is made of brass and blown glass with gold leaf, translucent glass. The centra...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$13,338 Sale Price / item
20% Off
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
$2,381 / set
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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