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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1960s
Murano Glass and Bronzed Drum Chandelier, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano scavo glass and bronzed drum chandelier, in stock
Three textured undulated and overlapping Murano glass forming a sculptural drum chandelier.
Five regular base bulbs,
Total w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rezzonico Chandelier 6+3 arms Blue Murano Glass Fluage by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
The blown glass chandelier Fluage is the perfect combination between the Venetian tradition and the most refined design. To manufacture the blown glass chandelier Fluage, different t...
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Rezzonico Venice Chandelier 24 arms multicolor Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Kia Ora chandelier 24 lights clear Murano glass with blue and ruby trims, multicolour vitreous paste details.
Kia Ora is the combination of the traditional Venetian structure with g...
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Pink and Clear polyhedral-shaped Murano glass Grand Chandelier att. Carlo Scarpa
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Almelo, NL
Pink and Clear polyhedral-shaped Murano glass Grand Chandelier By Carlo Scarpa, Italy, 1960s
This chandelier model is called "Poliedri" and was designed by Carlo Scarpa in the 1960s...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Rich Rezzonico Chandelier 6 Arms Murano Clear-Gold-Green Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Rich rezzonico chandelier 6 arms, clear- gold-green Murano glass, double level of flowers by Multiforme
This chandelier evokes the splendour of the past centuries. It is an evergree...
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Modern Pessoa Hanging Lamp, Marble Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Pessoa Hanging Lamp, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Pessoa hanging lamp pays homage to Fernando Pessoa, a renowned literary figure cele...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Azores Chandelier, Polished Gold, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Best Lighting design at the iLuxury Awards 2021
Resulting from a trip S.Miguel, the Azores chandelier recreates a weeping willow found near a lagoon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Flute Pendant in Brushed Brass with Frosted Glass Diffuser, UL Listed
By Tom Kirk
Located in London, GB
The Flute Pendant hangs from an adjustable stainless-steel cable and is crafted from hand-finished borosilicate glass. With options of clear, frosted or smoked glass and a selection ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Set of Three Mid-Century Modern Patinated Copper Pendant Lights, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of three pendants with wonderful warm natural aged patina made of massive copper.
Very likely manufactured in Italy in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
Each lamp has one socket for a medium or standard screw base bulb.
Measure: The height of the body without cord is 10.6 inch (27 cm).
The length and color (black or white) of the cord can be customized for your needs for free of charge.
There are two sets available. The price is for a set of three lamps.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Floral Venetian Rezzonico Chandelier 12 arms Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Artistic Murano chandelier height 100 cm, 12-light, clear Murano glass, polychrome details by Multiforme.
The artistic glass chandelier is an elegant and delicate lighting work, colo...
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
'1 of 2' Large Kaiser Flush Mount Amber Murano Glass Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant large flush mount ceiling light executed in Murano glass with brass finals on a wooden frame. Manufactured by Kaiser Lighting, Germany in the 1960s.
Materials: Murano glass,...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lights, Hammered Polished Brass, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of gorgeous pendants made of hammered solid brass. Each light has one medium base bulb.
They are repolished. The inside is painted white, aged and thus yellowed.
The length o...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Brass and Glass Chandelier
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Mid century Modern chandelier having a brass frame with floral leaf glass motif. Twelve glass leafs attach to the brass frame to form a circular floral sunburst. Has been rewire for ...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bonnie Config 1 Contemporary Custom Extra Large LED Sculptural Chandelier
Located in Torslanda, SE
This piece was designed around the form of the artists newborn daughters eyes, and aptly named after her. Matthew Holleman is originally from New Zealand but now resides in Sweden wh...
Category
2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Wall Light Sconce, Hammered Patinated Brass, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A gorgeous wall light made of polished hammered solid brass with great patina.
The shade can be rotated up and down and fixed at any position
It is rewired and takes one medium scre...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rich Rezzonico Venetian Chandelier 15 arms multicolor Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Rich Rezzonico Chandelier 15arms Clear-multicolored Murano Glass by Multiforme
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This chandelier is the combination of the traditional Venetian structure with gaudy colors. A peculia...
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Selene Pendant Lamp by Elsa Foulon
Located in Geneve, CH
Selene pendant lamp by Elsa Foulon
Dimensions: D 75 x H 50 cm
Materials: Ceramic, brass
Unique Piece
Also available in different options: Bowl or cup (lower part).
All our lamps ca...
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Brass Pendant Lights T487, Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB Markaryd Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of Mid-Century Modern cylindrical and polished solid brass pendant lights designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and manufactured by AB Markaryd circa 1960.
The inside is painted whi...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Semi-Rezzonico Chandelier 8 Arms Amber and green Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Semi Rezzonico chandelier 8 arms, on 2 levels in amber and green Murano glass multicolor flowers by Multiforme
This is an artistic model manufactured by...
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Modern Pendant Ceiling lighting Restaurant minimalism Artist White Opaque Glass
Located in Vilnius, LT
NA LINII
pendant lamp
DESCRIPTION
It is a charismatic product that should not be perceived literally, but with a goal to distinguish the symbolism and image ...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Rich Rezzonico Chandelier 9arms Clear-pink-red-blue Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
The Ca’ Rezzonico chandelier Villa Borghese, together with Villa Medici, is our collection inspired from the splendour of the noble italian families and of their dwellings. This blow...
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of Bakalowits Pendant Lights Lanterns, Copper Nickel Crystal Glass, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of fantastic lanterns or pendant lamps model no. 3210 by Bakalowits und Söhne, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960. The fixture is documented in the Bakalo...
Category
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Copper, Nickel
Mid-Century Modern Tiered Oval Chandelier
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Mid-Century Modern oval tiered chandelier. Each of the prisms are solid glass. They hang from hooks on a brass (gold) frame as pictured. The cha...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
STACKED Illuminated Saucer Sculpture, Customizable, Shown in Bone White Maple
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Let’s talk custom. It could be as simple as tailoring one of my existing designs to fit a specific environment, or designing something entirely new.
The beauty of Richard’s signatu...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Marble, Metal, Steel, Sheet Metal
Firmamento Milano Large White Luna Tonda Ceiling/Wall Light by Carlo Guglielmi
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Please note that VAT is not included in the price.
The Luna Tonda resembles the magic of light in the evenings in Capri. Ceiling or wall lamp with a stunning light wall wash effect. The materials used are compounds of resins and marble powders. Their composition allows the creation, on the surface of the screen, of designs and undulations evoking the lunar surface. Screen in polyester resin with marble...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Marble
Rezzonico Chandelier 6 Arms Clear and Many Colors of Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Semi Rezzonico chandelier 6 arms, crystal-blue-ruby Murano glass details with polychrome vitreous paste flowers by Multiforme
This is an evergreen model, a Classic product manufactur...
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Chandelier 6 arms White Murano Glass Gatsby Naked by Multiforme in stock
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Gatsby chandelier 6 lights. White Murano glass. 'Reversed' decorative curl elements. White glass cups
The Venetian chandelier Gatsby is the perfect co...
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Francesco Rota Suspension Lamp 'Kin' 478 Satin Gold by Oluce
By Oluce
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Suspension lamp 'Kin' 478 designed by Francesco Rota in 2013.
Suspension lamp giving direct and diffused light. Metal turned body lamp. PMMA transparent diffuser. Manufactured by Ol...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
GLÜCK Pendant Light Ø60cm/23.6in, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
A focal point in any social space Glück is a pendant perfect for intimate environments. Single or clustered, Glück is equally at home in a kitchen or cascading down a stairwell.
Ou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rezzonico Chandelier, 12+6 arms, multi-tiered, red Murano glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
The huge chandelier Giudecca is part of a collection of majestic chandeliers in Rezzonico style, and has been designed with the purpose of creating a lighting work suitable to enligh...
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Angeletti e Ruzza Suspension Lamp 'Lys' Anodic Bronze by Oluce
By Angeletti Ruzza, Oluce
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Suspension lamp 'Lys' designed by Angeletti e Ruzza in 2013.
Suspension lamp giving direct and diffused light. Metal structure and turned aluminium reflector. PMMA transparent diffu...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Hanji Cassiopeia 7 V3: 4A3B Mobile Chandelier, handmade by Andrea Claire Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hanji 7 V3: 4A2BC - is a mobile chandelier with 7 glowing, handmade Hanji paper polyhedron shaped shades arranged in size order. We can make a Hanji fixture in any of our mobile configurations- Cassiopeia, Ivy, or Constantin.
Hanji Paper is an extremely durable, high-quality paper, made from the inner bark of the mulberry tree. The surface has a natural look, with random texture from the paper fibers. An old Korean saying states that Hanji paper lasts a thousand years, outlasting silk or hemp by 500 years.
Our unique mobile chandelier system can be extended both vertically and horizontally. We work closely with our designers to explore what will work perfectly for their projects. Utilizing 3D models...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Cocoon pendant lamp Flos Achille Castiglioni
Located in Montecchio Precalcino, VI
Original vintage cocoon chandelier created in the 1960s from the inspiration of the Castiglioni brothers who created several models of the most varied shapes, for Flos brand.
The chandelier looks very worn, although structurally intact.
It has some imperfections, which has been restored, as in the photo, and that makes the right story to an iconic Italian piece.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Resin
Modern Crown Chandelier Clear Crystal Brass Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Crown Chandelier, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The combination of brushed brass with clear crystal pendants creates a noble shining vibration. This magnificent piece spreads glamour everywhere. Beautiful lines with vibrant light movements create a versatile contemporary style that can easily fit into most settings.
Crown Chandelier Material Codes
M103567 Clear Crystal
ME030 Brushed brass; matt finish
FI193 Gold bronze powder; satin finish
EL001 LED light strip...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Stainless Steel, Brass
Konsthantverk Glimminge 3 Arms Brass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Glimminge designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
A lamp that they still produce by hand. Truly comes into its own in classic settings.
Thre...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Flute Beam Chandelier with 16 Arms in Brushed Brass and Frosted Glass Diffusers
By Tom Kirk
Located in London, GB
The largest member of the Flute family, the Flute Beam Chandelier is available in two standard sizes and is perfectly suited to formal dining areas and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Maru 6” Globe Pendant Light - Tall Bead Stack, Rust Globe, Copper Hardware
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stacked beads in copper, brass, satin nickel, antique brass, blackened oak, maple, and clear acrylic create jewelry-inspired compositions above a simple glass globe that comes in fou...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Modern Forever Chandelier, Aged Oak, Stainless, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Forever Suspension Lamp, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Forever modern chandelier is inspired by the art...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel, Copper
Artistic Chandelier 18 Arms Clear Murano Glass, Montecristo by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Montecristo chandelier 18 arms, artistic clear glass, white organza lampshades by Multiforme.
Montecristo collection is created with the typical elements of V...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Artistic Chandelier 8 Arms Black Murano Glass and Lampshades by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Montecristo chandelier 8 arms, artistic black glass, black organza lampshades by Multiforme.
Montecristo collection is created with the typical elements of Venetian glass chandelier...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Modern Tower Hanging Lamp, Copper Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Tower HangingLamp, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The Tower hanging lamp is a statement piece of modern elegance, instantly captivating the eyes o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Brass, Stainless Steel
Italian Midcentury Oval Glass Murano Chandelier
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Mid-Century Modern oval Italian chandelier. Each of the prisms are solid glass. They hang from hooks on a nickel frame, as pictured. The chandelier has been rewired for American use ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Contemporary Ridge Chandelier Light with Geometric Aluminium and Opal Globe Bulb
By Louis Jobst
Located in London, GB
Contemporary Ridge chandelier is made from 4 cast aluminium columns composed into a cross formation with cream necks and matte globes. Each column is individually cast by hand highlighting the raw aluminium qualities.
The geometric shapes echo early 20th century sculptors such as Brancusi and Noguchi with an essence of Art deco and mid-century modern style.
The ridged texture that gives the light its name is the result of the making process giving the light a tactile surface quality. The double curved, cream necks lead to matte opal globe...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Art Deco Etna Chandelier Swarovski Crystal Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Etna Chandelier, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The combination of brushed and hammered brass with handmade crystal chains creates a noble shining...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Stainless Steel
Italian Mid-Century Modern Round Tiered Tronchi Chandelier
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Mid-Century Modern round tiered chandelier. Consisting of tronchi cylindrical glass pieces. Each piece has a star or floral shape. The glass tr...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Moooi Valentine Baby Suspension Lamp in Blown Glass with Black Metal Shade
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Love at first sight! A magic mirror and the power of crystals transform a simple shell into an endless light bouquet of flowers. Love is in the air! The Valentine guarantees sparkles...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
1 of 3 Bakalowits Chandeliers Pendant Lights No. 3330, Brass Nickel Glass, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three impressive chandeliers, pendant lights model no. 3330 by Bakalowits und Soehne, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960.
The price is per lamp. They will are ind...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Nickel
Ballroom Size Midcentury Round Flush Mount Tiered Glass Chandelier
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Stunning Mid-Century Modern round flush mount chandelier. Each of the prisms are solid glass, measuring 12 and 4 inches. They hang from ho...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Modern Fabric Pendant Plain Light from Studio Mirei, Nebula 60cm, in Stock
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Nebula collection is drawn out of the interstellar clouds of dust and gas in space - regions where stars begin to form. Made of a woven natural fiber from the banana tree, which ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Natural Fiber
One of Two Bakalowits Chandeliers Pendant Lights, Nickel Glass, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two beautiful four-tier chandeliers or pendant lights by Bakalowits & Sohne, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
These light fixture...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Nickel
Vintage Pendant/Zukov, 1970s
By Zukov
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia
- Made of metal, glass
- Re-polished
- Fully functional
- Good, original condition.
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Five Antlers Chandelier Vintage Brass Finish with Partridge Feather Shades
Located in Paris, FR
Chandelier five deer with five deer antlers, with vintage
brass finish, five bulbs and five partridge feather lampshade.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scottish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Smoked Glass Chandelier by Seguso
Located in Austin, TX
Murano smoked glass chandelier with six branches and whimsical leaves rising from a central base. Six candelabra lights, rewired for the US. Hei...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Style Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Spectacular, Mid-Century Modern style, oval-shaped chandelier. Five levels of alternating smoked and clear crystal glass "tronchi" elements make this piece a bold and sophisticated s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
1 of 2 Large Murano Ice Glass Chandelier by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 2 Stunning Murano glass chandelier by Kalmar, 1960s
Two tiers gather structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light very heavy quality.
High quality and in very good cond...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Modern Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Fabulous modern Murano glass chandelier. Beautiful brass details along with tubes glistening glass. A perfect fit for modern decor!
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Design Brass and Resin Pendant, 1960s / Hungary
Located in Praha, CZ
- Hungary, 1960s
- Good original condition
- Height can be shortened
- Polished
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1960s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Three Orange Glass Globe Pendant Chandelier
Located in Stamford, CT
Scandinavian three orange and white cased glass globe pendant chandelier. Overall height is 47 inches. Height can be adjusted to your requirements. Two chandeliers are available. Eac...
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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood, Glass
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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A Tale of Two Sputnik Chandeliers
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