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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Organic Modern
Style: Rococo
Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN C4' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Teklan Edition
Located in Paris, FR
TRN C4 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek x Tekla Evelina Dimensions: H 25 x 35 x 5 cm Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Customizable Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN E1' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Green
Located in Paris, FR
TRN E1 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 67 x 55 x 5 cm Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with US electric system Materials: Hand...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by ago 'Large, Terracotta'
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt: 13 W Color Temp. 2700 / 3000 K Cable Lengt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by ago 'Small - Egg White'
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Small Egg White Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt: 6...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Alley' by AGO 'Small - Grey'
Located in Paris, FR
Alley pendant lamp by AGO Lighting UL Listed Painted aluminum, white opal glass LED G9 110-240V (not included) Available colors: Charcoal, white, grey, burgundy, green Dimensions:...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Cosmic 'Comet Pendant Verdigris' Handmade Artisan Patinated Brass Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
Named after the astronomical object that signals rebirth and new ideas, the ‘Comet’ pieces are achieved with skilful brass shaping and patina finishes that celebrate British metal ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Wall Lamp 'Mozzi' by Ago 'Large, Charcoal'
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt: 13 W Color Temp. 2700 / 3000 K Ceiling cup Ø 44,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel, Aluminum

Modern Italian Pastel Rose Pink Yellow White Murano Glass Sputnik Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary custom-made Sputnik chandelier/flush mount, this one of an oval shape, entirely handcrafted in Italy, an enticing modern design with a natural brass structure composed o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Cosmic 'Comet Pendant Regolith' Handmade Dark Bronzed Black Brass Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
Named after the astronomical object that signals rebirth and new ideas, the ‘Comet’ pieces are achieved with skilful brass shaping and patina finishes that celebrate British metal ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Domino' by Sylvain Willenz x AGO, Mud Gray
Located in Paris, FR
Domino Pendant lamp by Sylvain Willenz x AGO Lighting Mud Gray - Single Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: Integrated LED (COB), DC Watt. 15 W Color temp. 2700 / ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Large Contemporary Pendant Light, Sculptural Collectible Design "Ikigai" by AOAO
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
- Colour is customisable (Please see the colour chart). - Voltage can be set to 120V or 230V - If you require colour/material samples, please feel free to let us know. Ikigai is a large handmade sculptural pendant lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cosmic 'Comet Pendant Oxidium' Handmade Oxidised Patinated Brass Ceiling Pendant
Located in London, GB
Named after the astronomical object that signals rebirth and new ideas, the ‘Comet’ pieces are achieved with skilful brass shaping and patina finishes that celebrate British metal ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Cotton' by AGO, Small - Deep Green
Located in Paris, FR
Cotton Pendant lamp by Sebastian Herkner x AGO Lighting Small - Deep Green Materials: Aluminum, Stainless Light Source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt. 4W Color temp. 2700 / 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Set of 3 Very Large Pair Italian Murano Glass Blown Grey Globe Ceiling Fixtures
Located in Westport, CT
A wonderful set of 3 very large mouth blown globe shaped pendants in a light gray with silver. The silver offers a subtle texture with speckling and light overall shimmery quality up...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Contemporary Customizable Taupe Gold Ivory White Murano Glass Pendant Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A fun and elegant Italian creation, entirely handcrafted, consisting of a succession of mouth blown gold, smoked brown and crystal clear Murano glass elements, ribbed and smooth sphe...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Cosmic 'Comet Pendant Purion' Handmade White Piano Lacquered Brass Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
Named after the astronomical object that signals rebirth and new ideas, the ‘Comet’ pieces are achieved with skilful brass shaping and patina finishes that celebrate British metal ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN A2' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Green
Located in Paris, FR
TRN A2 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 5 x 15 x 5 cm Model shown: Green Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with US electric syste...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN A2' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Ochre
Located in Paris, FR
TRN A2 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 5 x 15 x 5 cm Model shown: Ochre Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with US electric syste...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Custom Italian Green Turquoise Gold Murano Glass Brass Sputnik Globe Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
Who says that a small chandelier cannot be TOTAL FUN?! A bespoke contemporary thirteen-light Italian half sputnik fixture, with Mid-Century Modern design, entirely handmade in Italy,...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Nabila 552.22' by Tooy, Black Chrome, Smoked Glass
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant lamp Nabila 552.22 by Corrado Dotti x TOOY UL Listed Model shown: Finish: Black Chrome Color: Smoke glass Canopy: Ø 13 cm Bulb compliance : 1 x G9 220/240V 3W Compliant wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Cosmic 'Comet Pendant Sol' Handmade Artisan Pure Satin Brass Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
Named after the astronomical object that signals rebirth and new ideas, the ‘Comet’ pieces are achieved with skilful brass shaping and patina finishes that celebrate British metal ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by AGO 'Large, Charcoal'
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt: 13 W Color Temp. 2700 / 3000 K Cable Lengt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN B3' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Ochre
Located in Paris, FR
TRN B3 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 18 x 35 x 5 cm Model shown: Ochre Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with US electric syst...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN A2' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Black
Located in Paris, FR
TRN A2 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 5 x 15 x 5 cm Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with US electric system Materials: Hand ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cosmic 'Comet Pendant Aurum' Handmade High Polished Brass Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
Named after the astronomical object that signals rebirth and new ideas, the ‘Comet’ pieces are achieved with skilful brass shaping and patina finishes that celebrate British metal ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cosmic 'Comet Pendant Ore' Handmade Bronze Gradient Patinated Brass Ceiling Lamp
Located in London, GB
Named after the astronomical object that signals rebirth and new ideas, the ‘Comet’ pieces are achieved with skilful brass shaping and patina finishes that celebrate British metal ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by AGO 'Large, Egg White'
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt: 13 W Color Temp. 2700 / 3000 K Cable Lengt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Cotton' by AGO, Small, Chocolate
Located in Paris, FR
Cotton Pendant lamp by Sebastian Herkner x AGO Lighting Small - Chocolate Materials: Aluminum, Stainless Light Source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt. 4W Color temp. 2700 / 30...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel, Aluminum

Double "Malplaquet" Pendant Light by The Urban Electric, Made in the USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the stunning Double "Malplaquet" Pendant Light by Steven Gambrel for The Urban Electric, proudly made in the USA. This exceptional piece...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary Wall Lamp 'Mozzi' by AGO 'Large, White'
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt: 13 W Color Temp. 2700 / 3000 K Ceiling cup...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Italian Yellow White Blue Pastel Murano Glass Nickel Circular Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Ideal for low ceilings or above an opening door, the short height makes it a very functional and rare solution, this small chandelier is a little jewel, entirely customizable in colors, sizes and finishes. This is a contemporary Italian exclusive design Sputnik pendant or flush mount, entirely handcrafted with a circular shape, an enticing modern happy design with a nickel structure composed of a cylindrical round core supporting jutting out satin nickel baguettes with a round section, each decorated with blown Art glass disks worked with a very special mixing technique in different sophisticated colors: variegated white, amber, opaline gold...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel, Iron

Custumizable Pendant Lamp TRN D1, Green & Light Blue Ceramic
Located in Paris, FR
TRN D1 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 37.5 x 35 x 5 cm Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with US electric system Materials: Ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Spotlight Volumes, Pendant EB (vanilla)
Located in Paris, FR
SPOTLIGHT VOLUMES, pendant lamp Design: Lukas Peet, Editor: ANDLight Model shown: EB Compositions – Up light: A, B, C D, or E – Down light: A, B, D, or E Inspired by spotlights, t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Modernist Italian Murano Glass Silver White 24-Carat Gold Leaf Round Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary bespoke Venetian sphere sputnik chandelier with sunburst organic design and Hollywood Regency glamour, entirely hand crafted in Italy, composed of a sensual cluster of i...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN B3' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Red
Located in Paris, FR
TRN B3 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 18 x 35 x 5 cm Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with US electric system ________________...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Handwoven Rattan Baby George Light Screen, Mexico City, León León Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
Introducing the exquisite Rattan Baby George light screen, a distinctive masterpiece crafted by León León design in Mexico City. This captivating screen showcases a robust powder-co...
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rattan

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Cotton' by Sebastian Herkner x Ago, Small, Charcoal
Located in Paris, FR
Cotton Pendant lamp by Sebastian Herkner x AGO Lighting Small - Charcoal Materials: Aluminum, Stainless Light Source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt. 4W Color temp. 2700 / 300...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel

'Pendant Duo Seleno 70' Handmade Steel Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Inspired by planet-like shapes and textures, the Cosmic collection plays with both metal properties and a selection of patina finishes. The Pendant Duo Seleno is composed of three ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Antique Florentine Crystal & Bronze Chandelier with Obelisks / Pyramids
Located in Toronto, ON
This antique Florentine crystal chandelier was discovered on a trip to Florence, Italy. Three large pyramid crystals among the candles ma...
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Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Wrought Iron

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN C3' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Blue
Located in Paris, FR
TRN C3 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 45 x 35 x 5 cm Model shown: Cobalt blue Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with US electri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Charming Neo baroque Chandelier in giltwood circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Charming Neo baroque Chandelier in giltwood circa 1950 some lack of gilding and wear, but the general condition remains very satisfactory
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1950s French Rococo Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Giltwood

French Crystal Beaded Chandelier W/ Amber Drops, circa 1930
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French six light crystal chandelier adorned with garlands of crystal beads, crystals, and amber/topaz hand blown glass drops. The fixture is newly rewired with drip wax candle covers...
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1930s French Rococo Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

1940s French Tole Draped Swag Chandelier
Located in Charleston, SC
Tole Decorative 6-Light Chandelier, decorated with a golden orange drapery swags and tassels below the candlearms ending in a ball-form finial. C. 1940’s Measurements: Height: 19 1/...
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1940s French Rococo Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Rococo Style Silvered Metal Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
French Rococo Revival crystal chandelier with chased silvered metal frame, eight arms topped with faux candles, with dangling cut glass crystals. In good condition. Wear consistent w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN B2' by Pani Jurek, Blue Cobalt
Located in Paris, FR
TRN B2 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 30 x 35 x 5 cm Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with US electric ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pendant Lamp Ceiling Lamp Chandelier Beeswaxed
Located in Madrid, ES
Beeswax is a pendant light sculpture for double-height ceilings by Pablo Bolumar. Made of beeswaxed canvas, the lampshade generates a warm textured light, accentuating the pleats and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Domino' by Sylvain Willenz x ago, Charcoal
Located in Paris, FR
Domino Pendant lamp by Sylvain Willenz x AGO Lighting Charcoal Single Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: Integrated LED (COB), DC Watt. 15 W Color temp. 2700 / 3000K ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Bespoke Italian Oval Black Crystal Green Murano Glass Brass Egg Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary orientalist style lantern chandelier, part of a Venetian geometric modern series with 4 shapes as per image, entirely custom made in Italy, here with brass hardware, the organic emerald...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN B2' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Ochre
Located in Paris, FR
TRN B2 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 5 x 15 x 5 cm Model shown: Ochre Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Silvered Wrought Iron Crystal 9 Arm Chandelier, Original Canopy
Located in Miami, FL
Silvered Wrought Iron Crystal 9 Arm Chandelier, Original Canopy Offered for sale is a silver leaf wrought iron chandelier with nine arms and crysta...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

"Link" Bronze Chandelier by Niamh Barry, Limited Edition
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Link Chandelier Ireland 2013 Niamh Barry: 1968- Introducing the "Link" Bronze Chandelier by Niamh Barry, a limited edition chandelier that will transform any room. This stunning cha...
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2010s Irish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Bespoke Italian Oval Black Crystal Green Murano Glass Brass Egg Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary orientalist style lantern chandelier, part of a Venetian geometric modern series with 4 shapes as per image, entirely custom made in Italy, here with brass hardware, the organic emerald...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Charming Neo baroque Chandelier in giltwood circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Charming Neo baroque Chandelier in giltwood circa 1950 some lack of gilding and wear, but the general condition remains very satisfactory
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1950s French Rococo Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Giltwood

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by AGO 'Large - Gray'
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt: 13 W Color Temp. 2700 / 3000 K Cable Lengt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Wall Lamp 'Mozzi' by Ago 'Large, Grey'
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt: 13 W Color Temp. 2700 / 3000 K Ceiling cup...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN B2' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Green
Located in Paris, FR
TRN B2 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 30 x 35 x 5 cm Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with US electric ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Handmade Light Fixture, Stone, Made-to-order
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Custom Design by Studio Chora, Biomorphic Series, current production. Sample shown. Message seller before ordering. Biomorphic: ‘bios' meaning life and 'morphe' meaning form. ...
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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plaster, Paper

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Nabila 552.21' by Tooy, Black Chrome, Smoked Glass
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant lamp Nabila 552.21 by Corrado Dotti x TOOY UL Listed Model shown: Finish: Black Chrome Color: Smoke glass Canopy: Ø 13 cm Bulb compliance : 1 x G9 220/240V 3W Compliant wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

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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