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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Empire
Style: Rococo
20th Century Empire Style Splendid Chandelier or Candelabra
Located in Berlin, DE
Splendid chandelier or candelabra in French Empire style.
Bronze patinated. There from a with eight swans designed light arms.
(F-Ks-3).
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20th Century Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Large Gilt Bronze French Empire Style Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A large very well cast and gilt bronze chandelier or plafonnier from the late 19th to early 20th century. The large acanthus leafed ceiling rose suspending five rope twist bars, whic...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Italian Green Drops Macaroni Swags Rock Crystal Chandelier, circa 1900
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 6-light, bobeches in crystal, dripping with vintage rare shape crystals sitting on giltwood posts. Swags of rock crystal beads, crystal prisms and rare green Murano drops. Ad...
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Early 1900s Italian Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rock Crystal
18th Century Italian Empire Rock Crystal Basket Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant 18th century Italian Empire style rock crystal basket style chandelier with 6 lights. A classic style for a beautiful home!
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Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Metal
French 19th Century Empire St. Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and high quality French 19th century Empire st. patinated bronze and ormolu chandelier. The three arm chandelier is centered by a beautiful richly chased bottom acorn fini...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century French Louis XV Style Bronze Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
French Louis XV style bronze chandelier from the late 19th century. This Rococo style ten-light chandelier is cast bronze and has an a...
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Chandelier in the Empire Style
Located in London, GB
A small four light two tone chandelier in the Empire style.
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Early 20th Century European Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Italian 1950s Empire Silvered Swooping Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful Empire style Italian chandelier in the style of Buccellati. Rewired. 12 Light sources. Candelabra sockets. Rewired. 23” is the body. The chain can be adjusted to your nee...
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1960s Italian Empire Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silver, Bronze, Enamel
Historicizing Brass Three-Armed Chandelier, Turn of the 19th and 20th Century
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Brass three-armed chandelier in a historicizing style from the turn of the 19th and 20th century. It was made in the territory of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire. The chandelier i...
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20th Century Austrian Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Empire Style Cut-Crystal Tent and Basket Chandelier
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine Swedish Empire style gilt-bronze and cut-crystal tent and basket chandelier.
Swedish, Circa 1825.
Category
19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Russian 19th Century Empire St. Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational and most impressive Russian 19th century Empire st. patinated bronze and ormolu eighteen light chandelier. The chandelier is centered by a fine inverted bottom finial w...
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19th Century Russian Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Bronze French Empire Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic 19th century French Empire bronze chandelier was acquired in Pairs and is the perfect size for a powder room, entry vestibule or dressing closet...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
French Chandelier in Wrought Iron, Crystal and Glass Style of Maison Baguès
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
French chandelier in wrought iron, crystal and glass style of Maison Baguès
six lights.
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1940s French Rococo Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Wrought Iron
18th Century Italian Rococo Gold Leaf Tassel Ornaments 'Group of 5'
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th century Italian hand carved gold leaf tassel ornaments.
The tassels originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and were used d...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Leaf, Metal
Italian Completely Beaded Basket Crystal Prisms Silver Chandelier, c 1940
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing four lights in beaded cups. Completely beaded with a beaded lace bottom. Adorning crystal prisms on top and in bottom. This chandelier has two widths... 19.5 and 14 inches. A...
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1940s Italian Empire Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Swedish Empire Ceiling Chandelier in antique Classicist Style
Located in Berlin, DE
Magnificent Swedish Empire ceiling crown in the style of classicism
Polished brass and facetted prismatic trimmings. Starting from narrow, ornamented brass hoops, eight curved candlesticks for cylindrical spouts above a round gutter bowl. Baluster-shaped body made of hand-wired pearl strings...
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20th Century German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Painted Wood Beaded Chandeliers by MLA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 8-light painted wood and metal chandeliers by Melissa Levinson Antiques. We can make these in any painted or gilt wood finish. We als...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
French Empire Bronze Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish French Empire chandelier dates to the early part of the 19th century and is fabricated in bronze dore and patinated bronze.
Note: The piece has been professionally re...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Italian Empire Style Gilt Metal and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning 19th century Italian Empire style gilt metal and crystal chandelier with 6 lights. Beautiful basket shape with gorgeous crystals. Creates an elegant image!
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19th Century Italian Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
French Empire Bronze Chandelier
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French Empire patinated and gilt bronze six-light chandelier with acanthus leaf decoration and acorn finials.
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1880s European Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
18th Century Italian Rococo Gold Leaf Hand-Carved Tassel Ornaments 'Set of 5'
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th century Italian hand-carved gold leaf tassel ornaments
The tassels originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and were used dur...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Leaf, Metal
18th Century Italian Rococo Mecca Tassel Ornaments 'Group of 5'
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th century Italian hand-carved mecca tassel ornaments.
The tassels originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and were used during feast days. These tassels were commonly used to adorn 18th and 19th century French and Italian chandeliers...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silver Leaf, Metal
Art Deco Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Palace Lamp Chrome
Located in Berlin, DE
New Art Deco Crystal Style Chandelier: Custom Empire Elegance
Introducing our latest addition, the Art Deco crystal style chandelier, a captivating fusion of Empire opulence and the...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Wire
Swedish Empire Style Cut-Crystal Tent and Basket Chandelier
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine Swedish Empire style gilt-bronze and cut-crystal tent and basket chandelier.
Swedish, Circa 1825.
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19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Silver Square Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Antique Classic
Located in Berlin, DE
Experience Timeless Opulence with the Empire Sac a Pearl Crystal Chandelier
Indulge in the allure of the past with the Empire Sac a Pearl crystal chandelier, an exquisite blend of v...
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1940s European Empire Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Wire
French Empire Style Seven-Light Bronze, Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
This beautiful French Empire-style chandelier features six bronze swan arms. Dark green painted body with decorative bronze mounts and richly ornate pine finial, on top centered with...
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1920s French Empire Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Italian Murano Green Drops Macaroni Swags Chandelier, circa 1900
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 6-light, bobeches in crystal, dripping with vintage crystals sitting on giltwood posts. Will be rewired and for the United States, we will install UL US certified sockets and...
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Early 1900s Italian Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass, Giltwood
Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Palace Lamp Chateau Lustre Silver
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a captivating blend of Art Deco charm and Empire sophistication, our lead crystal chandelier is a testament to opulence and craftsmanship. Crafted in-house, we offer the flexibility of both smaller and larger sizes, ensuring the perfect fit for your space. Our team can even facilitate on-site installation, ensuring a seamless experience for you.
Key Features:
- Measures: Diameter 100 cm, Height 150 cm
- Accommodates 34 x E14 bulbs
This chandelier is an embodiment of refined style, fusing the allure of Art Deco aesthetics with the grandeur of Empire design. Crafted from premium lead crystal, it radiates luxury and timeless beauty.
Its measurements, with a diameter of 100 cm and a height of 150 cm, ensure a commanding presence that captures attention and admiration. With 34 E14 bulb sockets, it bathes your surroundings in a luminous glow, creating an ambiance that's both inviting and sophisticated.
Whether for an intimate setting or a grand hall, this chandelier offers a touch of regal elegance that complements various spaces. Its exquisite construction and lead crystal elements evoke a sense of luxury and refinement.
With a commitment to exceptional quality, we offer various sizing options to suit your needs. Our experienced team can even facilitate on-site installation, ensuring the chandelier becomes an integral part of your space seamlessly.
Experience the allure of the Art Deco era with this crystal chandelier that exudes timeless beauty and sophistication. Its Empire sac...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Wire
French 19th Century Empire Style Bronze and Ormolu Seven-Light Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome French 19th century Empire st. patinated bronze and ormolu seven light chandelier. The chandelier is centered by a fine ormolu acorn inverted finial below a richly chased base with most decorative foliate patterns in a striking satin and burnished finish. Each of the six scrolled ormolu arms display fine foliate chasing and candle cups, with rich foliate reserves at the rim. Three ormolu supports...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Chandelier Attributed to Bagues
Located in New York, NY
This 1930s French chandelier adapts an Ancien Regime form to Cafe Society taste. The arms are3 trimmed with cut-glass arabesques, the frame is steel rath...
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1930s French Rococo Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Pair of 18th Century Italian Rococo Gold Leaf Hand Carved 'Pompom' Tassels
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Pair of 18th century Italian hand carved gold leaf 'pompom' tassels. The tassels 'pompoms' originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and were used to decorate ecclesiastical lighting...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Leaf, Metal
Majestic Huge Schonbek "Camelot" 2643 Crystal Gem Cut 84 Light Chandelier
By Schonbek
Located in Tustin, CA
Very elegant, finest quality, estate Schonbek Swarovski Gemcut crystal chandelier features classic Napoleonic Empire style. This stately and magnificent chandelier has two tiers and approximately 84 incandescent lights. It measures 65" long and 41.5" in diameter. The hardware is finished in gold. This chandelier is lavishly draped in crystals.
The retail price of a new, made to order chandelier of this size is over $22,000.00. Reference page 104 of the Schonbek Beyond Lighting catalogue shown in the photos.
Schonbek Worldwide Lighting, a Swarovski company, has 149 years of experience crafting superior crystal...
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Early 2000s Austrian Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Superb Maria Theresa Crystal Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Magnificent "Maria Theresa" (or Maria Teresa) Empire style traditional crystal chandelier features 24 lights and framework with a golden iron, with glass encased arms and rosettes.
...
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20th Century Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Empire Style Bronze Chandelier
Located in Essex, MA
Ten arms with suspended chains. Electrified. Heavy gauge bronze. Possibly Caldwell. From a Sutton Place NY townhouse.
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1810s European Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
48 Lights Chandelier in 24kt Gold Finish with Scholler Crystal Pendants
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Italian bespoke chandelier designed and produced by Modenese Luxury Interiors for contract projects and divine interiors. Its 24kt gold leaf finishe...
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2010s Italian Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Leaf, Gold, Bronze
Gilt Bronze Chandelier In The Louis XV Style
Located in Norwood, NJ
Antique Louis XV style bronze chandelier with a Rococo influence. Frosted glass rose bud shades on nine scrolled arms with foliate details. Cent...
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Early 20th Century French Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Antique French Empire Style Brown Painted Metal and Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Antique French Empire style brown painted metal and gilt bronze chandelier.
French, late 19th century
Dimensions: Height 60cm, diameter 67cm
This unusual chandelier is crafted f...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Ormolu
French 19th Century Empire St. Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A lovely French 19th century Empire st. verdigris patinated bronze and ormolu chandelier. The patinated bronze base is decorated with an ormolu inverted finial and acanthus leaves an...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Empire-Era Chandelier, Fully Restored, Made 1800s, in Austria
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Chandelier made out of steel and carved pear tree in the 1800s
Fully restored. No damages.
Rare design.
We guarantee safe a the cheapest air transport from Europe to the whole w...
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1920s Austrian Empire Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
French Empire Ormolu and Crystal 7-Arm Chandelier, 19th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
This Empire chandelier has a bronze Doré Corona above oval shaped crystal chains descending to Doré mounted circular dark green painted bronze band with seven candelabra...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
19th C. French Gilt Bronze Basket with Glass Roses, Marie Antoinette Chandelier
Located in Haarlem, NL
19th century romantic French basket-shaped gilt bronze ceiling 'Marie-Antoinette' luster with six flower lights.
From the basket small leave branches and six larges 'branches' stick out, these thicker branches are crowned by glass roses.
The basket hangs by 3 'cloth like' bronze ribbons, attached to a ceiling rosette...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
A very fine Gilt & Enameled Bronze Empire style Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine Empire style chandelier. Gilt and enameled bronze.
France, circa 1910. 4-light
Dimensions: Height 34", diameter 18".
CW3...
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Early 20th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Eight Light Italian Crystal Beaded Chandelier with Smokey Drops
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Eight light Italian crystal beaded arm chandelier with scrolled arms ending in drip wax candles. A large smokey crystal hangs from each arm and are combined with clear crystals throu...
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1930s Italian Rococo Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Montgolfiè Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Lamp Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
Lovingly Restored Antique Chandelier: Rekindled Beauty from Berlin
This meticulously restored antique chandelier, crafted with care in Berlin, has been reimagined to grace your space with its timeless charm. With meticulous attention to detail, it has been thoughtfully brought back to life, offering a blend of history and contemporary elegance.
Key Features:
- Total Height: 110 cm
- Height without Chain: 90 cm
- Diameter: 65 cm
- Weight (Approximately): 10 kg
- Number of Lights: 6-light bulb sockets: E14 & E27
Enhanced with renewed electrical wiring that suits US standards, this chandelier is re-wired and ready to hang, embracing a new life while preserving its classic character. The meticulous restoration process ensures that no crystal is missing, with each piece hand-knotted to perfection. The cabling has been entirely renewed, breathing new vitality into its form.
Measuring a total height of 110 cm, with a height without the chain at 90 cm and a diameter of 65 cm, this chandelier commands attention as a focal point of refinement. Accommodating both E14 and E27 bulbs, it offers a harmonious balance of radiance and warmth.
As it embarks on its journey to your space, rest assured that it will arrive safely in a specially crafted wooden box, designed to ensure secure transport. Its universal wiring guarantees seamless compatibility worldwide, requiring no modifications even in the USA.
Prior to its departure, the chandelier will undergo meticulous cleaning, accompanied by the addition of any missing crystals. With its renewed glow and completeness, it is ready to grace your environment with a radiant aura.
By choosing this chandelier, you are acquiring more than just a piece of decor – you are investing in the expertise and devotion of a specialty chandelier store. With years of experience and a genuine passion for these exquisite pieces, we bring you a chandelier that encapsulates both history and heart.
Indulge in the opulence of the Montgolfiè Empire Sac...
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1920s European Empire Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Antique Gilt Bronze and Patinated Metal 19th Century French Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Antique gilt bronze and patinated metal 19th Century French chandelier
French, late 19th Century
Dimensions: Height 83cm, diameter 60cm
Designed in the elegant French Empire sty...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Ormolu
Low Flushmount Crystal Chandelier Empire Big Palace Lamp Chateau Lustre
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing the New Montgolfière Style Chandelier: A Masterpiece of Empire Elegance
Experience the epitome of opulence and craftsmanship with our exquisite Montgolfière style chande...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Wire
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Rococo Gilt-Bronze Wall Lights Sconces, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and impressive pair of French 19th century Louis XV style Rococo style six-light gilt-bronze wall lights - wall sconces. The ornate six-light candelabrum with five scroll...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
French Gilt Bronze Chandelier with Crystal Beads in Empire Style
Located in Houston, TX
French sac de pearl empire style chandelier with crystal beads and bronze dore floral decorations,
Ending in an acorn finial.
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Early 20th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Small and Lovely Napoleon / Empire Style Bronze Chandelier / Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare size chandelier from the 1920s.
If you look at the shape of the centre and the shape of the arms that grow out of this pendant then you capture the essence of it. It is stylish...
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1920s French Empire Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
French Antique Bronze Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique bronze chandelier, from 1950's with non-electrified with 24 candle holder chandelier was in
Ex-Vice-president Dan Quayle office in ...
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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Vintage French Limoges Style Pink Porcelain Flowers and Leaves Gilt Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
Gorgeous French Limoges style hand painted porcelain chandelier with five-light bulbs and sculpted applique porcelain roses, leaves and gi...
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Mid-20th Century French Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Russian 19th Century Empire St. Patinated Bronze, Crystal, and Ormolu Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational and extremely decorative Russian 19th century Empire st. patinated bronze, crystal, and ormolu chandelier. The twelve arm chandelier is centered by a Fine solid crystal...
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19th Century Russian Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
French Empire Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
This French Empire Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier by Gherardo Degli Albizzi has got twenty lights and features high quality handcrafted details.
Top crowns in characterized...
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2010s Italian Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Pair of Ormolu Bronze and Baccarat Crystal Chandeliers, France, circa 1870
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of Ormolu bronze and Baccarat crystal chandeliers, France, circa 1870.
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1870s French Empire Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Monumental Empire Style Bronze and Crystal Chandelier, Austria, 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Austrian crystal chandelier with a solid bronze frame and faceted crystal, circa 1930s or older. This chandelier is perfect for large spaces, entryways, and hallways. A unique waterf...
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1930s Austrian Empire Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Gold Plate
Antique Rococo Style Ormolu and Cut Glass Twelve-Light Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Antique Rococo style ormolu and cut glass twelve-light chandelier
French, 19th century
Measures: Height 110cm, diameter 90cm
This magnificent chandelier is designed in the wonde...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rock Crystal, Ormolu, Bronze
18th Century Italian Rococo Gold Leaf Hand Carved 'Pompom' Tassel
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Pair of 18th century Italian hand carved gold leaf 'pompom' tassel. The tassel 'pompom' originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and was used to decorate ecclesiastical lighting...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Leaf, Metal
20th Century Empire Style Basket Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century Empire style basket chandelier
Classicist basket chandelier in Empire style.
Finely cast, Bronze silvered. Adorned with engraved swans and pearl cords.
(F-Ra-20).
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20th Century Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
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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