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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Organic Modern
Style: Baroque
Silk and Organza over Metal "5 Palms" Chandelier by Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
The 5 Palms chandelier is part of the Palm Family which takes its inspiration directly from nature while playing with movement and grace. The ceiling fixture is highly customizable, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

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

Contemporary Leather Pendant Lamp 'Flip' by Sebastian Herkner x AGO, Brown
Located in Paris, FR
Flip Pendant lamp by Sebastian Herkner x AGO Lighting Brown Leather Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminium Light Source: E14 Watt. Max 20 W Cable Length: 3M Available colors in alumin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

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

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Brass

Cosmic 'Rust Pendant 70' Artisan Handmade Rust Patinated Brass Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
Two finely hand-spun brass plates make up this pendant light, finished in a mixed rust patina to create this unique appearance. Light is projected into the shade before reflecting ou...
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2010s British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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

Materials

Brass

Signature Designer Pendant Light, Sandy Tan
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Illuminate your space with style and sophistication. This designer pendant light is the perfect statement piece for any room. Its elegant and geometric shape through the use of wo...
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2010s South African Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Cord, Wood, Birch

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

Large Modern French Plaster Chandelier in the Giacometti Style, G337
Located in Lyon, FR
Imposing modern French chandelier in the taste of Giacometti. Structure and lampshade in white textured plaster. Sober and pure design, very sculptural. Re...
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2010s French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plaster

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

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Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Domino' by Sylvain Willenz x AGO, Quintet - Burgundy
Located in Paris, FR
Domino Pendant lamp by Sylvain Willenz x AGO Lighting Burgundy - Quintet Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: Integrated LED (COB), DC Watt. 75 W (15W x 5) Color te...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

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

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Aluminum, Steel

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

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Brass

Customizable Pendant Lamp TRN D1, Brass Rod, Blue, Black & Brown Ceramic
Located in Paris, FR
TRN D1 Pendant lamp / Ceiling lamp / chandelier Signed by Pani Jurek Dimensions: H. 37.5 x 35 x 5 cm Model shown: Cobalt blue, black & brown Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compati...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Domino' by Sylvain Willenz x AGO, Quad - Charcoal
Located in Paris, FR
Domino Pendant lamp by Sylvain Willenz x AGO Lighting Charcoal - Quad Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: Integrated LED (COB), DC Watt. 60 W (15W x 4) Color temp....
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

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

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN B2' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Red
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

Modern Pendant Lamp 'Thula 562.22' by Federica Biasi x Tooy
Located in Paris, FR
Thula 562.22 by Frederica Biasi x Tooy Pendant Lamp Compliant with US electric system Model sold: - hardware sand black - details in satin nickel - shade in walnut canaletto Mat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Domino' by Sylvain Willenz x AGO, Quintet - Charcoal
Located in Paris, FR
Domino Pendant lamp by Sylvain Willenz x AGO Lighting Charcoal - Quintet Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: Integrated LED (COB), DC Watt. 75 W (15W x 5) Color te...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Cotton' by Sebastian Herkner x Ago, Large - Charcoal
Located in Paris, FR
Cotton Pendant lamp by Sebastian Herkner x AGO Lighting Materials: Aluminium, Stainless Light Source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt. 12W Color temp. 2700 / 3000K Cable Length: 3M...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Customizable Pendant Lamp TRN D2, Brass Rod, Ochre Ceramic
Located in Paris, FR
TRN D2 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Signed by Pani Jurek Dimensions: H28 x 35 x 5 cm Model shown: Ochre Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Jules 2-Tone Organic, Custom Made, Linen, Brass, Sculptural Pendant
Located in Paddington, NSW
Jules is a graceful handmade 2-tone pendant light with a soft organic shape reminiscent of a translucent jelly fish. It can also be used as a modern take on Chinoiserie or Hollywood ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Silk over Metal "Stand By" Pendant Lamp 24 in / 60 cm
Located in linden, NJ
The Stand By pendant light is a perfectly round shaped disc featuring a combination of pure simplicity and glamour. Stand By radiates Brilliant light ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Black Pendant Lamp 'Iris', A/A
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary pendant lamp 'Iris' Electrical : Voltage: 120 V – 277 V Lamp: Integral 34 W 35 V DC LED The model shown in picture: - Diameter: 90 cm Height. 60 cm - Finish: Black ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Acrylic

Contemporary Black Pendant Lamp 'Iris', A/B
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary pendant lamp 'Iris' Electrical : Voltage: 120 V – 277 V Lamp: Integral 34 W 35 V DC LED The model shown in picture: - Dimensions Diameter. 90 cm Height. 45 cm - Fin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Acrylic

Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN C4' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Black, Ochre & Green
Located in Paris, FR
TRN C4 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 25 x 35 x 5 cm Model shown: Black, ochre & green Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with U...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Domino' by Sylvain Willenz x AGO, Quintet - Mud Gray
Located in Paris, FR
Domino Pendant lamp by Sylvain Willenz x AGO Lighting Mud Gray - Quintet Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: Integrated LED (COB), DC Watt. 75 W (15W x 5) Color t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Customizable Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN E1' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Blue
Located in Paris, FR
TRN E1 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 67 x 55 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

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Brass

Contemporary Chandelier 'Osman 560.16' by Tooy, Brushed Brass & Clear Glass
Located in Paris, FR
Chandelier Osman 560.16 by Corrado Dotti x TOOY 16 Lights Model shown: Finish: Brushed brass Color: Clear glass Lighting source : 16 x E14 220/240V Compliant with US electric syste...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Contemporary Chandelier 'Nabila' by Tooy, Brass, Clear Glass, 30 Lights
Located in Paris, FR
Chandeliers Nabila 552.19 (x2) & 552.12 (x1) by Corrado Dotti x TOOY 30 lights UL Listed Model shown: Finish: Brass Color: Clear glass Canopy: Ø 11 cm Bu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Cotton' by Ago, Large, Chocolate
Located in Paris, FR
Cotton Pendant lamp by Sebastian Herkner x AGO Lighting Chocolate Materials: Aluminum, Stainless Light Source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt. 12W Color temp. 2700 / 3000K Ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Domino' by Sylvain Willenz x AGO, Quad - Burgundy
Located in Paris, FR
Domino Pendant lamp by Sylvain Willenz x AGO Lighting Burgundy - Quad Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: Integrated LED (COB), DC Watt. 60 W (15W x 4) Color temp....
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Column' 175-2, Vertical, Carbon
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary pendant lamp 'Column' 175 Designer: Lukas Peet Electrical : Voltage: 110–120V, 220–240V, 110–277V Lamp: 12W 24V DC LED The model shown in picture: - Diamet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Domino' by Sylvain Willenz x AGO, Quad - Mud Gray
Located in Paris, FR
Domino Pendant lamp by Sylvain Willenz x AGO Lighting Mud Gray - Quad Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: Integrated LED (COB), DC Watt. 60 W (15W x 4) Color temp....
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Big French Baroque Loaded Crystal Spears Prisms 3 Light Sconces c 1900
Located in Modena (MO), Modena (Mo)
These will be newly wired with certified US UL sockets for the USA and appropriate sockets for all other countries and ready to hang. Metal scroll with perfect patina. Housing three ...
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Early 1900s French Baroque Antique Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

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

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Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Domino' by Sylvain Willenz x AGO, Double - Charcoal
Located in Paris, FR
Domino Pendant lamp by Sylvain Willenz x AGO Lighting Charcoal - Double Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: Integrated LED (COB), DC Watt. 30 W (15W x 2) Color tem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

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

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

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Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Cotton' by ago, Large - Deep Green
Located in Paris, FR
Cotton Pendant lamp by Sebastian Herkner x AGO Lighting Deep Green Materials: Aluminum, Stainless Light Source: Integrated LED (SMD), DC Watt. 12W Color temp. 2700 / 3000K Cable...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Domino' by Sylvain Willenz x AGO, Double - Mud Gray
Located in Paris, FR
Domino Pendant lamp by Sylvain Willenz x AGO Lighting Mud Gray - Double Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: Integrated LED (COB), DC Watt. 30 W (15W x 2) Color tem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Vincennes Primo Chandelier, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This chandelier has a perfect geometrical design, with its organic handcrafted plaster of Paris finish. This fixture can be created with concealed bulbs (GU10 based LED bulbs ) or w...
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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plaster

Bespoke Italian Alabaster White Murano Glass Brass Round Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary innovative custom modern chandelier, entirely handcrafted in Italy, with handmade brass double frame and a Hollywood Regency fl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Domino' by Sylvain Willenz x AGO, Double - Burgundy
Located in Paris, FR
Domino Pendant lamp by Sylvain Willenz x AGO Lighting Burgundy - Double Pendant Lamp Materials: Aluminum Light Source: Integrated LED (COB), DC Watt. 30 W (15W x 2) Color tem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean 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

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Aluminum

Hanging World by Ango, Unique Hand-Weaving Pendant Light with Fine Rattan
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
The pendant lamp diffuser is composed around a flattened tetrahydron structure, which is then clad with superfine extruded rattan, generating a warm and beautiful light quality. Hang...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rattan

Signature Designer Pendant Light, Sea Breeze
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Illuminate your space with style and sophistication. This designer pendant light is the perfect statement piece for any room. Contemporary, grandiose, and dazzling, this black and w...
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2010s South African Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Cord, Wood, Birch

Spiral-30 Chandelier by Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
stunning twelve-light chandelier by Gallery L7, handcrafted and finished in Los Angeles from American brass in an oil rubbed bronze finish, 30 inch diameter, height can be customized...
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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Contemporary Italian Design Crystal Murano Glass Brass Cylinder Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Very stylish Yet minimalist: a Venetian pendant light or chandelier, entirely handcrafted in Italy, in mid-20th century Mazzega style, with an oval cylindrical shape closed at top an...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Vintage Traditional Floral Three-Arm 24k Gold Infused Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
Despite its small size, this classic floral Murano three-arm chandelier creates quite a statement. Stylized with sprouting daffodils and leaves, the undulating arms hold bobeches with petal-shaped rims. The hints of gold dust dispersed throughout and concentrated on the flowers mimic the golden look...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

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Gold, Brass

Light Suspension, Burning Ego by Wim Verzantvoort
Located in Geneve, CH
Light Suspension, Burning Ego by Wim Verzantvoort, WDSTCK Studio Dimensions: 100 x 250 x 30 Adjustable height Material: Burned oakwood An observing w...
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2010s Dutch Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Oak

Small Overgrown Unique Crystal Chandelier, Mark Sturkenboom
Located in Geneve, CH
Small overgrown unique crystal chandelier, Mark Sturkenboom Dimensions: 45 x 30 x 30 cm Material: antique French chandelier, natural Grown (white) crystal Edition: No. 3 / 25 uni...
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2010s Dutch Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Contemporary Pair of Italian Pink Gold Murano Glass Brass Flower Chandeliers
Located in New York, NY
Put Blossoms and flowers in your home! This is an exclusive organic design, entirely handcrafted in Murano - Italy, in the shape of a lotus flower with textured pink frosted reeded M...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Gold, Gold Leaf, Brass

Chandelier Maison Baguès Foliage and Flowers 12 Lights, 1950-1970
Located in Paris, FR
Chandelier with 8 + 4 arms of light on 2 rows. The frames are in gilded metal and the molded glass leaves on a silver tan background, the molded glass bobèches and daisies, Conditi...
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1950s French Baroque Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Column' 175 - 1, Vertical, Carbon
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary pendant lamp 'Column' 175 Designer: Lukas Peet Electrical : Voltage: 110–120V, 220–240V, 110–277V Lamp: 12W 24V DC LED The model shown in picture: - Diamet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Organic Modern Light Fixture Lost-Wax Polished Bronze 9 Blown Glass Globes
Located in San Antonio, TX
MANTIS 9 pendant light was designed for the Mol collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Mantis 9, discreet and elegant with measured dimensions. For a medium and sober table, t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze

Contemporary Chandelier 'Nabila 552.48' by Tooy, Brass, Clear Glass
Located in Paris, FR
Chandelier Nabila 552.48 by Corrado Dotti x TOOY 48 lights UL Listed Model shown: Finish: Brass brushed Color: Clear glass Canopy: Ø 11 cm Bulb compliance : 48 x G9 220/240V 3W Co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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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