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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Louis Philippe
Edgar Brandt Art Deco Chandelier
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
Edgar Brandt Art Deco chandelier
Chandeliers circa 1930 stamped twice Edgar Brandt in wrought iron Nickles.
4 shades in alabaster and 4 bubles led.
The chandelier is electrify as new...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
"Medusa" Italian Art Deco Chandelier by Ercole Barovier, 1940
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Murano chandelier in art deco style attributed to the Barovier and Toso glassworks.
Period of production:1940 1950s.
The chandelier consists of a beautiful central glass ...
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1940s European Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Art Deco Pulegoso Murano Clear Glass Oval Chandelier , 1940s
Located in Florence, IT
Art Deco Murano Pulegoso Clear Glass Oval Chandelier with brass fittings.
The Pulegoso glass appears full of bubbles, it is rough and pitted on the surface.
The chandelier has 9 ligh...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Chandelier
By Sofar
Located in Rebais, FR
Art Deco chandelier with nickel finish.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Revival Monumental Brass Etched Glass Hanging Light Fixture Chandelier
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent vintage Art Deco Revival monumental hanging light fixture or chandelier comprised of six glass “wing” panels with etched details, brass ferrule, shaft, brackets, and a new brass canopy. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, there is a small chip on the top edge of one glass “wing” panel that you cannot see from below. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th Century.
“Until you spread your wings, you’ll have no idea how far you can fly.” -Napoleon Bonaparte. This is a marvelous Art Deco Revival monumental hanging light fixture comprised of a unique brass shaft consisting of a cylindrical top and base with three square brass rods between. Each cylindrical end of the shaft has an inner socket that holds a slender tube style bulb which is encased by the square brass rods. Each outer end of the shaft has a round component with six brass brackets surrounding the outer cylinder which hold the “wing” shaped glass panels featuring lovely etched designs. Could be angel wings, butterfly wings, or even fairy wings… that’s up to your imagination!! Either way… It is INCREDIBLE!!! A beautiful brass rod extends up from the “trumpet” shaped ferrule and is attached to the chain, held by a fabulous brass canopy. It is PHENOMENAL to say the least!!! And it’s hardwired so you can use dimming or flickering lightbulbs and add some wonderful ambiance to whatever room you choose to install. And did we mention… it’s HUGE!! It would make a BOLD statement in a high entry way, stairwell, above an over-scaled island in your kitchen, or over a long dining table in a formal dining area. It would also be beautiful in a bedroom or living room. What are you waiting for? Don’t hesitate, time to spread those wings… you can do it...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare Pair of Timeless Art Deco Beautiful Shape Pressed Glass Bowl Pendant Lights
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful shape, good size and good condition pendants.
Finding one rare light fixture is a good thing, but finding two is always that extra bit special. So if you are looking for a...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wire
Big Size Art Deco Blue Milk Glass Pendant Light
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1930. We offer this Art Deco Big Size pendant light made in milk glass circular shade rare blue color. Great patina and excellent vintage conditions.
All wiring and sockets ar...
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1930s Mexican Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Milk Glass
Art Deco French Frosted Glass Suspension Pendant Ceiling Light Degué attr.
Located in Torquay, GB
1930s art deco suspension pendant ceiling light in the style of Degue.
White frosted glass with geometrical details and Roman columns.
With brass fittings, rose and finial.
Recently ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstaette Art Deco Ceiling Lamp, Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
A very modern chandelier, which also can be made in other sizes. Available in different sizes.
Originally manufactured at the Wiener Werkstaette Atelier, now custom made production...
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2010s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Carlo Scarpa Venini Chandelier, 1930s
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare large model 5254 designed by Carlo Scarpa for Venini in the 1930s. Minimalist brass structure with a row of thick ribbed glass elements. Nice original condition with patina on t...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier, 1915-1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco alabaster pendant chandelier, France, 1915-1920. The alabaster here is of exceptional quality. It shows cells, ranging from light beige to dark brown, arranged over t...
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1910s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Phillips Pendant Stem Lamp with a Globular Opaline Shade, 1930s, Netherlands
By Phillips
Located in Verviers, BE
From the range by the Phillips Company, this center-light on a central chromed stem.
The lamp has a fitting on a chromed plate and holds a round globular shade of opaline glass.
...
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1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Large Art Deco Style White Milk Glass Chandelier, Pendant or Lantern, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
A gorgeous handcrafted pair of large Art Deco style hanging lanterns or ceiling fixtures having individual panes and featuring sandblasted frosted milky glass and patinated metal fra...
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1990s Unknown Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Oval Art Deco Chandelier
By Sofar
Located in Rebais, FR
Art Deco chandelier with nickel finish.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Lalique Champs Élysees 2 Tier Twelve Leaf Chandelier
By René Lalique
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime French 2 tier chandelier by René Lalique. The "Champs Elysees" frosted glass chandelier features a chromed steel base supporting twelve thick sycamore leaves illuminated by 1...
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20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Art Deco Ceiling Lamp, Belgium Glass Shade Scailmont, 1930s
By Scailmont
Located in Verviers, BE
Art Deco Scailmont ceiling lamp.
Photography fails to capture the simple elegant illumination provided by this lamp.
As service: We can adjust the lamp height for you in advance if needed.
Fitting messing pendant ceiling light with screw fixing to hold a stylish Belgian Art Deco lampshade...
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1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
1930s European Art Deco 9 Light Palm Frond / Crystal Adorned Chandelier
Located in Opa Locka, FL
This is an outstanding 1930s European Art Deco Palm Frond Chandelier adorned with Cut Crystal U-Drops and Aurura Borealis Rosettes. Ornate filigree...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Candle Light Traditional Antik Chandelier Wrought Iron Crystal Ceiling Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique Restored Wrought Iron Chandelier – A Blend of Elegance and Tradition
Experience the beauty of classic lighting with this exceptional wrought iron chandelier, combining eleg...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Hexagonal Art Deco Pendant with Original Glass Shade, Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Hexagonal art deco pendant with original glass shade, around 1920s
Brass polished and stove enameled.
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Copper and Satin Glass Flush Mount Pendant, 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This vintage Art Deco Saturn style lamp was designed and manufactured in France in the 1930s. The lamp is made of copper and satinated glass. It requires one B22 bayonett bulb.
It...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
French Art Deco Chandelier Signed by Degue
Located in North Bergen, NJ
French Art Deco chandelier signed by famous artist Degué. Having six clear frosted glass panels with geometric motif details. Polished details on a nickel geometric design frame. Has...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Style White Milk Glass Handmade Chandelier, Pendant or Lantern
Located in Plainview, NY
A Large Art Deco white milk glass handmade chandelier, pendant lantern, Gorgeously handcrafted, having individual panes. The hanging lantern or ceiling fixture features sandblasted f...
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1990s Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Three Pair Large 14" Holophane Shade Priced Per Pair 'Six Total'
By Holophane
Located in Prescott, US
3 pair available, priced per pair. All in excellent condition with the exception of one small chip on one top shade.
From a Catholic church gymnasium in Wisconsin.
These are the lar...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Hexagonal Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp with Copper Gallery, C.1920
Located in London, GB
A diminutive and elgantly formed opaline pendant lamp with copper gallery. c.1920.
Thick pressed glass of ridged hexagonal form with open bottom, complete with copper gallery suppor...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Adjustable art deco pendant with original fabric shade vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Adjustable art deco pendant with original fabric shade vienna around 1920s
Adjustable from 136cm - to 225cm
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Pair of Italian Art Deco Opaline Glass and Brass Pendants, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of hand blown oval opaline glass globe pendants, brass mounts, chain and canopy, Italy, 1950s.
With a single porcelain Edison E-27 light socket for l...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Pendant by Jean Noverdy
By Jean Noverdy
Located in Long Island City, NY
A glass ceiling light in Art Deco style by Jean Noverdy. Signed by artist. Diam. 13.5".
Original wiring. Re-wiring available upon request.
Jean Noverdy had from 1920s glass ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stained Glass
Original Art Deco Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Original art deco light fixture with three glass shades. The shades are connected to a metal frame with wooden elements and rope around the pole. The lamp requires three E27/26 (stan...
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20th Century Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic, Wood
Amazing Art Deco Ninfea Murano Glass Chandelier by Barovier Italy, 1940
By Barovier
Located in Rome, IT
Charming hand blown Murano glass chandelier by Ercole Barovier.
Excellent vintage condition.
Three E 27 light bulbs.
Cleaned and re-wired, in full working order and ready to use. In ...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Stunning Bronze and Brass Art Deco Chandelier with Highly Stylish Glass Shades
Located in Lisse, NL
Truly beautiful and top quality made Art Deco pendant, 1920s.
The magnificent design of this grand Art Deco chandelier is one of the most beautiful we have ever seen. This light fix...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Large 17.7Ø Art Deco and Perfect Size, Layered Alabaster Ceiling Light / Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and very stylish, good condition and warm color alabaster 3-light pendant of great quality and design.
This rare Art Deco fixture from the heydays of the European Art Deco era ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
French Art Nouveau & Art Deco Bronze Purple Pink Glass Fringe Chandelier Lantern
Located in Coimbra, PT
Beautiful antique French Art Nouveau Art Deco bronze lantern and purple and clear glass straw fringe, 2 tiers. Age Patina,
Measures:
Depth 7.8 in /20 cm
Width 7.8 in /20 cm
Diagonal ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Muller Freres French Art Deco Bird Ceiling-Light, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco ceiling-light by Muller Freres (Luneville), France, ca.1920. Thick and large frosted glass shade with its gorgeous silver plated fixture. 6 paradise birds in the sky....
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Pair Maison Baguès Wrought Iron Clear Crystal Flower Wall Sconces, 1920s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of Maison Bagès gilded wrought iron two-arm wall lights, France, 1920s. Wonderful art environment handcrafted in wrought iron and gilded, enriched with ten clear faceted crystal...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Wrought Iron
Charles Schneider, French Art Deco Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This French Art Deco chandelier was designed by Charles Schneider in Epinay-sur-Seine, Paris, 1920s. It features exquisite mottled glass shades, with powders applied between two laye...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Charles Schneider Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco chandelier by Charles Schneider, Epinay-sur-Seine (Paris), ca.1920. 1+4 large blown in the mold glass shades, powders are applied between two layers, that come hung a...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Charles Schneider, Wide French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier, 1910s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Wide French Art Deco pendant chandelier by Charles SCHNEIDER, Epinay-sur-Seine (Paris), 1910s. Mottled glass shade, powders are applied between two layers, that comes hung at its stu...
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1910s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Marius SABINO Large French Art Deco chandelier with 3 rows of palmettes, 1930s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Genuine and from period French Art Deco glass chandelier by Marius-Ernest SABINO (Paris), France, 1930s. Large chandelier with 3 rows of glass palmettes and a center bowl. The frame...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Amazing Gothic Revival Bronze Chandelier with Flying Phoenix Firebird Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Large and remarkable, phoenix arms, five-light chandelier with unique, stylish and multi-colored alabaster shades.
This rare and stunning antique chandelier is made in France and it embodies everything that European craftsmanship stood for in the early 1900s. With all its ancient and less ancient châteaux, its many Gothic churches and with all the monasteries, France is the country where most of the European Gothic Revival art and antiques were created. This sizeable, Medieval style chandelier is very impressive for two very good reasons. First of all, the design is unlike anything you ever saw. The five large and flying phoenix sculptures with their detailed wings, their long necks, their fierce looking heads and their pointy-flame-tails truly make this chandelier a work of lighting art. Secondly, when you realize that this chandelier is entirely handcrafted and put together with bronze parts only then you get an idea of the workmanship that it took to create this work of art. To make it even more impressive and special, this antique bronze light fixture...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Small & Rare Triangular Design Brass & Glass Up and Down Light Pendant / Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare shape, brass frame pendant with stylish ripple glass.
If you are looking for another unique and stylish pendant to grace your hallway, stairwell or perhaps a landing then this ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Wire
Art Deco Pâte de Verre Glass and Bronze Four-Light Chandelier by Noverdy France
By Jean Noverdy
Located in Barntrup, DE
Art Deco pâte de verre glass and bronze four-light chandelier by Jean Noverdy France, circa the 1920s.
This splendid French Art Deco period chandelier features a central, beautifully...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Antique 1920s Opaline Glass Shade with Hand Painted Landscape Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Incredibly beautiful light fixture with a landscape decor of amazing natural colors.
This rare, beautifully designed and very finely decorated pendant is destined to grace someone...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Etched Glass Brass Bell Lantern Cloche Pendant, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
An elegant Art Deco etched glass and bronzed brass bell lantern, cloche pendant with beautiful brass pierced frieze suspended by three chains connec...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Tall Art Deco Curved Glass Chandelier from ESC Zukov, 1940s
By Zukov
Located in Żory, PL
This Art Deco style chandelier was manufactured by ESC in the 1940s.
Made of brass and curved glass, kept in original, good condition.
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Antique Art Deco Jefferson Moonstone Opaline Glass Brass Light Pendant, C.1930
Located in London, GB
An elegant run of opaline moonstone glass pendant lights. c.1930
Thick pressed moonstone glass shade of fluted design with heavy duty elongated cast brass gallery. Chain and ceili...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Big nickel bauhaus pendant with original glass shade germany around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Big nickel bauhaus pendant with original glass shade germany around 1920s
Original antique glass shade
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Perfectly Design Antique Alabaster Chandelier / Pendant Light in Mint Condition
Located in Lisse, NL
One of a kind and perfectly balanced light fixture with a stunning alabaster shade.
Thanks to its beautiful and classical design and its truly good condition this perfectly balanced...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Large Art Déco Pendant Light With Opaline Glass, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Large Bauhaus spherical lamp made of opal glass with a metal suspension and a very long pendulum rod. The lamp dates from the first half of the 20th century (1920-1940) and is in goo...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
C1920s Rare Venetian Hanging Lantern Attributed to Barovier Toso
Located in London, GB
A Very Rare Lantern Pendant Attributed to Barovier Toso
Absolutely Stunning
Centered with Three Lights with Handblown Cups
Dated C1920s
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1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Art Deco Chandelier signed Petitot, France 1935
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Art Deco Chandelier Petitot, France 1935.
original frosted glass shades.
fully restored.
new nickel plated.
rewired. holds 7 b22 bulbs
signed.
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
20th Century French Art Deco Crystal Pagoda Light Attributed to Maison Baguès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A colorful, antique French Art Deco pagoda ceiling light, chandelier made of hand blown cut crystal glass attributed to Maison Baguès, in good con...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Chrome
Large & Pure Art Deco Layered White & Black Alabaster Pendant Light Flush Mount
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and large antique alabaster pendant of great quality, 1910s.
This rare fixture from the heydays of the European Art Deco era will light up both your days and evenings. Its ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Chrome
French Art Deco Chandelier Ezan Molded Glass & Copper Ceiling Pendant, C 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Moulded glass and copper chandelier or lustre, French
Luminaire made circa 1940 in the manufacture of Jean Gauthier. It was situated in Ezanville, near Paris, that is why Jean Gauthi...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
1920 French Art Deco Carved Wood Dolphin/ Koi / Sea Creature 4 Fish Chandelier
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Stunning 1920s French Art Deco Expertly Carved Wood Koi/ Dolphin/ Sea Creature - Fish Chandelier. There are beautiful art glass flower shades included ...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood
C1960s Murano Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Venetian five Brass Glass Chandelier
Lovely Floral Decoration which is hand blown
Classic Design
Rewired and Cleaned
C1960s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Large Flush Mount Lamp with Intricatefloral Inlay, Swedish Grace
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Swedish Grace / Art Deco hanging flush mount ceiling lamp from the 1930s. Most likely designed by Birger Ekman for Mjölby Intarsia. The pie...
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Birch, Walnut
Antique Silver Plate Brass GEC Moonstone Glass Electrolier Pendant Light, C.1920
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant electrolier made in England by GEC - General Electric Company. c.1920
Heavy brass construction of a very high quality with original - and beautifully tarnish...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1929 René Lalique, Ceiling Fixture Light Chandelier Soleil Opalescent Glass
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Ceiling Fixture Light Chandelier "Soleil" made in opalescent glass created by René Lalique in 1926.
Engraved signature.
New ropes. Wiring just remade.
Original glass ceiling cap.
...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
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.