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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Louis Philippe
Murano Glass Chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega
Located in München, DE
Very nice Murano glass ceiling lamp from the 1960s.
The lamp is very elegant.
The structure of the glasses creates a very sparkling light.
Fantastic design and an asset to any home.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Stilnovo Pendant Lamp in Etched Satin Glass, 1960, attributed
By Stilnovo
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Satin glass pendant lamp attributed Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s-60s. Elegantly executed in vertically etched hand-blown glass dome set in a brass-accented black top. We have rewired this ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Midcentury Amber Bubble Glass Pendant, Germany, 1960s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Space Age pendant light was manufactured and designed during the 1960s in Germany. It is made of amber bubble glass and has got a brass cylinder. The lamp comes without canopy.
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Italian vintage Murano glass chandelier - 85 glass transparent petals drop
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Gorgeous Italian vintage chandelier made from 85 great hourglass Murano glass (transparent crystal, smooth outside, with crystal powder and then rough inside). 7 levels. Nickel plat...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
'Tekio Circular P8' Pendant Lamp in Japanese Washi Paper for Santa & Cole
By Santa & Cole
Located in Glendale, CA
'Tekio Circular P8' pendant lamp in Japanese Washi paper for Santa & Cole
Founded in 1985 in Barcelona, Santa & Cole produces iconic pieces by such luminaries as llmari Tapiovaara, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
White Mat Opaline Glass Mid-Century Globe Pendant Lights by Glashütte Limburg
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Large round mat opaline glass pendant by Glashütte Limburg Duitsland
2 meter black cotton wire
Chrome top
Weight: 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb
Priced per individual it...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Milk Glass, Opaline Glass
Michel ZADOUNAISKY (1903 - 1983), Chandelier, France 1950s
Located in PARIS, FR
Wrought iron chandelier by Michel ZADOUNAISKY (1903 - 1983), hammered, with nine arms. Body of volutes and interlaces joined by a central strut with hammered palmettes decoration wit...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
A 1970s Bumling Pendant By Anders Pearson For Atelje Lyktan Of Sweden
Located in Søborg, DK
A white Bumling pendant 40 cm in pressed aluminum designed by Anders Pehrson for Atelja Lyktan in 1968.
In great age related condition.
The lamp has been dismantled and cleaned.
F...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
24" Pendant Light in Handwoven Natural Rattan, Ventila Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Ventila, our nickname for the Tagalog word for ‘fan’, is woven from Filipino rattan and takes inspiration from colonial era ceiling fans. Measure: 24"...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modernist Mazzega Murano Glass Leaf Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite mid-century modernist chandelier, crafted by Mazzega, showcases the timeless appeal of Murano glass artistry. Dating back to circa 1970, this Italian chandelier featur...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Gaia, Murano Red Mezza Filigrana Tessuto glass sphere, Silvio Piattelli Design
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The Gaia Collection presents a series of luminous spheres, reimagining the classic Mid-century Murano Mezza Filigrana technique. These lights offer endless possibilities for creative...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Bent Lucite Ribbon Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Six sided Lucite and Brass Ribbon Chandelier, Eight sockets with candelabra. Includes chain and ceiling canopy. 14" diameter x 17 long" without chain, 35" overall length with chain...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant Lamp in Brass and White Glass Mid-Century Modern Design Italy 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Pendant lamp in brass and opaque white glass. Made in Italy around 1960. A central light that illuminates the six petal-leaf glasses. Please watch the video and photos carefully, th...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
RESTOCK - 50cm Prismatic Glass Holophane Globe Parisian Street Lamp, C.1960
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Beautifully formed spherical Holophane Parisian glass street lights, made in France. c.1960.
This version has the 50cm diameter, these lights have remained in amazing condition, with only some minor age related chips to the prismatic glass reflectors as to be expected
A very sought after statement light...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Fiberglass
Medium White Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic
1950s Chrome, Glass and Wood Chandelier, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- cleaned and rewired
- 5x , E26-E27 bulb
- US wiring compatible
- Minor signs of use
- wooden part in walnut finish
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
'Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte' pendant or chandelier Model 1462
Located in Palermo, IT
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte chandelier or pendant light model 1462 consisting of large colored, beveled and polished crystal glass disc and smaller frosted glass diffuser mounted on...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Frosted Glass Chandelier, Prague, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Frosted Glass Chandelier, Prague, 1960s
A rare and sculptural Mid-Century Modern chandelier produced in Prague during the 1960s, this exquisite piece em...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
White Enamel Opaline Glass Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
White enamel Industrial hanging lamp.
Opaline glass with aluminium top.
Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international stan...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Large Alta Brass Dome Chandelier by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Alta brass dome features a spun metal shade with a brass canopy and rod. The shade is available in brass or powdercoated metal finishes. Shown here in antiqued brass.
The Lawso...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid century vistosi style chandelier with hexagonal smoked glass discs , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid century vistosi style chandelier with hexagonal smoked glass discs , 1970s
Dimensions: 70cm Height , 55cm Diameter
Condition: Good 3 of the glass dies have a small chip
Material...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1 0f the 3 Three Unique Mixed Glazed Ceramic Pendant Lights, Germany, 1970s
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 3 spectacular and stylish ceramic pendant lights made in West-Germany around 1970's. The lights are made of orange and brown glazed ceramic and glazed in 'Fat Lava' style. ...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Stunning Mid-Century Five Light Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Flower Chandelier
By Orrefors
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. This light fixture is made of metal, brass and lovely elements of glass in the style of leafs. Gorgeous Scandina...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage pendant lamp by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage pendant lamp by Gaetano Sciolari made in Italy in the 1970s.
Good vintage condition. The glass is not cracked, there are three chips. Wiring replaced by a professional elect...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Florian Schulz Style Pendant Light, Brass Counterweight Counter Balance, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A height adjustable pendant lamp in the style of Florian Schulz, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The fixture is made of solid polished brass which...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Midcentury Pendant Cocoon Designed by Achille Castiglioni, Italy, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- extremely rare type
- large
- very nice style of lighting
- defects photographed
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers - multicolor glasses - Mariangela Model
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Sputnik chandelier surrounding 30 crystal multicolored glass 'triedri' prisms radiating from a center black metal nucleus. Brass lamp holder.
Period: late xx century
Dimensions: 47,2...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
cristallux hustadt vintage PENDANT LAMP acrylic and brass 1970s space age hangin
Located in Mannheim, DE
Impressive 1970s pendant light made of off white to translucent gold acrylic and brass. Adjustable height. Bronce colored coiled electric wire and canopy. Hustadt label in the canopy...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic
13, Light Glass Globe Sputnik Chandelier by Richard Essig, Germany, 1960s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A Richard Essig 13-Light "sputnik" chandelier, germany, circa 1960s.
This mid century modern chandelier is make of gilt brass arms, lacquered brass and clear glass globes.
Socket: ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Danish Pendant Lamp by Verner Panton for Louis Poulsen, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Metal pendant lamp by Verner Panton for Louis Panton made in the 1960s.
Measures: Height of shade 15 cm
Max height 100 cm
Diame...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Murano Six-Tier trasparent Felci Glass chandelier - 36 glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Beautiful Italian Murano Chandelier composed of 36 splendid trasparent glasses that give a very elegant look. The glasses of this chandelier are real works of art.
Period: late XX ce...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Model 1933 Ceiling Light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 1933 Ceiling Light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte. Manufactured in Italy, circa the 1950s. Textured glass panels meet to form a slim curved rectangle body. The gorgeous aged b...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Sputnik MultiColor Art Glass and Brass Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
A fantastic multi-colored sputnik, smoked brown yellow ochre blue, with a surprising design and its reduced height, which allows it to adapt to both high and low ceilings. Very elega...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid Century Acorn Opaline Glass Pendant
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage mid century acorn opaline shade pendants with new hardware and rewired.
New steel monkscap and 60cm hanging chain. New twisted cloth flex with new lamp holder.
Grounded.
The ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
Rare Erik Hoglund Eight- Arm Iron and Glass Chandelier, Sweden, circa 1970s
By Erik Höglund
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A large mid-century 12 -arm wrought iron and clear glass chandelier by Erik Hoglund for Costa Boda, Sweden, circa 1970s.
Height: (light fixture only) - 23.62 inches
Total height : 4...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Huge Italian Vintage Murano Glass Chandelier, 75 Glass Petals Drop
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Gorgeous Italian vintage chandelier made from 75 great hourglass Murano glass. Nickel plated metal frame.
Period: late XX century
Dimensions: 65 inches (165 cm) height with chain; ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
1 of 2 Stunning Murano Pendant Light Designed by Carlo Nason for Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful floral pendant light with four hand-made clear and smoked Murano glass petals which are supported by a metal frame, designed by Carlo Nason for Kalmar, in the 1970s
Heavy ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Scandinavian Mid Century Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Modernist ceiling light in chrome with decorated shade in blown glass. Designed and made in Norway from cirka 1950s second half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage conditi...
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1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Large German Vintage Textured Glass, Brass Ceiling Hanging Pendant Light, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful bubble textured clear(white) glass and brass pendant light.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26).
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Leather Pendant Light in Berry, Capa, Talabartero Collection Saddle Lamp
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
The lamps in this collection are inspired by Colombia’s equestrian heritage, layered with a jewel-toned color palette that takes inspiration from the works of
Colombian artist Fernan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Reggiani Style 5 ft Chandelier Large Statement Lamp
By Reggiani
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Elevate your space with a touch of vintage space-age elegance. The Reggiani Style Chandelier is a Mid-Century Modern masterpiece, crafted with a timeless metallic finish that radiate...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Huge Italian Murano Glass Spiral Chandelier, 83 Amber Glass Petals
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Beautiful and huge Italian Murano Chandelier composed of 83 splendid glass petals (amber with white spot) that give a very elegant look. The glasses of this chandelier are real works...
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Italian Four Arms Asymmetrical Brass Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Bochum, NRW
Beautiful asymmetrical Italian chandelier, four adjustable arms disposed one and three in opposition to create a geometric counterbalanced flair. Made of brass and lacquered aluminum...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Large Finnish Design Flush Mount Brass & White Textile, model 75-002, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Vintage ceiling lamps like this one were made by different companies in Finland in the 1950s. Itsu along with Taito, Idman and Orno were some of the leading lighting manufacturers in...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Leather Pendant Light in Emerald Green, Capa, Talabartero Collection Saddle Lamp
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
The lamps in this collection are inspired by Colombia’s equestrian heritage, layered with a jewel-toned color palette that takes inspiration from the works of
Colombian artist Fernan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass Pendant Light by Hans Agne Jakobsson, Sweden
Located in London, GB
A mid-century brass pendant light in the shape of a top hat by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for his company in Markaryd, Sweden. An unusual and rarely seen piece of Nordic design. Labelled in...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Round Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A cocoon hanging lamp made in Italy in the 1960s. It has a beautiful round design, which is similar to the lamps made by Castiglioni.
Measures:
H...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Resin
Mid-Century German Cocoon Pendant Lamp from Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Mid Century Cocoon pendant light from Goldkant shine.
The cocoon screen delivers diffuse, atmospheric light. At the same time, the symmetrical luminaire body stages itself as a...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Colorful Peill and Putzler Mid-Century Modern Hanging Lamp, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Peill and Putzler pendant lamp made in Germany in the 1970s. It is fascinating with its rare mosaic glass shape. The lampshade has orange a...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Huge Italian Murano Six-Tier Amber Felci Glass Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Beautiful and huge Italian Murano Chandelier composed of 52 splendid amber glasses that give a very elegant look. The glasses of this chandelier are real works of art, the weight o...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Fantastic Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - 36 shaded pink glass tube
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 36 large shaded pink glass tubes in a star shape.
Period: late 20th c...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Big Rupert nikoll chandelier 10 arms vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Big Rupert nikoll chandelier 10 arms vienna around 1960s
Polished and stove enameled
the fabric shades are replaced ( new )
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Glass Pendant Lamp, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern glass pendant lamp, circa 1960
Traditionally manufactured in France.
By unknown designer.
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserv...
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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Palm Leaves Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier in Pearl White
Located in Bochum, NRW
Mouth-blown Murano glass chandelier, brass structure, 20 Murano glass leaves, disposed in the shape of a palm tree crown.
Equipped with 3 light bulbs (E14 for Europe, E12 on request ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Murano glass chandelier, Italy 1960s
By Venini
Located in Dallas, TX
Tall Mid-Century Murano glass chandelier, attributed to Venini, Italy 1960s.
The chandelier is made of a white and brown spotted Murano glass, with gold leaf ornements.
The neoclassi...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Four Arms Asymmetrical Brass Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Bochum, NRW
Beautiful asymmetrical Italian chandelier, four adjustable arms disposed one and three in opposition to create a geometric counterbalanced flair. Made of brass and lacquered aluminum...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
George Nelson, Saucer Bubble Pendant, Steel, Plastic, USA, 1952
Located in High Point, NC
An early "Saucer Bubble" Pendant light designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller, USA, c. 1952.
Small tear to plastic cover.
Dimensions o...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Great 18 Palmette Shallow Flush Ceiling Mount, Murano, in Stock
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Here the larger version of the successful 12 leaves compact palmette ceiling fixture.
This group of shallow ceiling mount Murano chandelier was first designed for a luxury yacht low ceiling and now is used to pair with Mid-Century Modern Barovier palmette chandeliers, that are usually very tall. This beautiful 18 palm leaves flush mount...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
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.