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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Louis Philippe
Scandinavian designer sculptural zinc and bronze ceiling light, 1930s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
This elegant ceiling lamp, crafted from zinc and bronze, showcases a refined Scandinavian design aesthetic from the 1930s–1940s. Though the designer remains unknown, the piece reflec...
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Early 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Zinc

Alf Svensson, modernist pendant lamp, opal glass, Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
An eye-catching pendant lamp designed by Alf Svensson for the renowned Swedish lighting manufacturer Bergboms in 1953. This exquisite design features a minimalist aesthetic, with thr...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Hand Crafted Glück Pendant, Ø100cm/39.4in
Located in London, London
OMI collection are statement pendants, GLÜCK, SONNE and MONIKA. This is the original Naomi Paul lighting collection, launched in 2011. A versatile diffused atmospheric light. In its ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Scandinavian Copper Pendant Ultra by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
The scandinavian Modern Copper Ultra Pendant lamp was designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup in the 1960s in Denmark and is a prominent example of Danish design from the mid-20...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
Very nice and impressive pendant lamp from the 1960s. Contemporary design and a highlight for every room. There is a cozy light. Manufacturer: Fog and Morup Design: Jo Hammerborg C...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Brass Bumling Pendant Lamp by Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan
By Magnus Persson, Ateljé Lyktan
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Bumling pendant designed by Anders Pehrson for Atelje Lyktan. The minimalist designed Bumling pendant, lamp with reflector date from 60s is a real asset and favorite for ever...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Chandelier in Brass and Frosted White Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, chandelier, variation on model ‘125/12’, brass, glass, Sweden, 1940s/1950s Designed by renowned Swedish architect and designer Hans Bergström durin...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Carl Fagerlund, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches):  19” H x 16” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy: 2.75” H...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

A Pendant by Paavo Tynell , Model K2-15
Located in Long Island City, NY
A lighting pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy, Model "K2-15". Finland, Circa 1950th. Opaline glass shade with lacquered metal. Including original, polished bras ceiling ca...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Sisal and Teak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very rare pendant light from the 1960s. The design is very unusual. The shape and the materials create a warm and very pleasant light. Particularly beauti...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Raffia, Plastic, Teak

Danish Modern Stoneware Blue Flower Pendant, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Romantic nordic allmoge style ceiling light. Danish midcentury modern handmade stoneware pendant with warm grey glaze over handpainted navy and light blue flowers, leaves and delicat...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Copper, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A copper, metal and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 25.5” H x  21” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy:  3” H x 3.625” Dia...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper, Metal

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Chrome, Glass, Parchment, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome metal, glass and yellow parchment paper pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 15.5” H x 15.75” Diameter Dimensions of Canop...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Hans Agne Jakobsson, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white fabric chandelier designed and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, c. 1960s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 4.75” Diameter Socket takes standard E-...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Harald Notini, 1920's ceiling lamp, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Sweden
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing Harald Notini's 1920's ceiling lamp from Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Sweden; a timeless piece of Scandinavian vintage design. Crafted with a dark patinated metal finish, ...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Valinte OY, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier produced by Valinte OY, Finland, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 24.5” H x 17” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25“ H x 3.5” Diame...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid century JH 604 Pendant Lamp by Hans Wegner for Louis Poulsen 1960
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Modern JH 604 Pendant Lamp in white by Hans Wegner for Louis Poulsen Circa 1960. Has adjustable height with pull down handle. Takes (1) edison ligh...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Large 12 Arms Amber Glass and Iron Chandelier Candelabra by Erik Höglund Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
This beautiful amber and clear art glass on wrought iron candelabra chandelier was designed by Erik Höglund for Boda Smide. Erik Hö...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

"P376 KF1" Pendant Light by Fabricius & Kastholm for Nordisk Solar, Denmark 1960
Located in Utrecht, NL
The two Danish designers, Preben Juhl Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm agreed upon the design philosophy of “perfection, aesthetics and minimization”. Their most famous lighting design, the “P376 KF1...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish 1940s Satin Glass and Brass Botanical Pendant, 5 available
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This unusual vintage pendant was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1940s to 1950s. It features a white satin glass lamp shade with etched bo...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and frosted glass pendant designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.5” H x 7.75” W x 9.5” D Bulb Specifications: E-26 Bulb Number of Sockets: 1
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Poul Henningsen 'PH 4½-4' Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen 'PH 4½-4' glass pendant for Louis Poulsen. Poul Henningsen designed the three-shade system back in 1925-1926. The first lights using the system were designed by PH in cooperation with Louis Poulsen for an exhibition in Paris. This partnership continued up until his death in 1967. Throughout his life, PH sought to create glare-free light, direct light where it was most needed, and create soft shadows, using incandescent bulbs as a light source. The PH 4½-4 Glass Pendant is a member of the three-shade family which numbers 30 lights today, including three for outdoor use. Thus PH did not just design a light, but an entire system – around a thousand different models have been produced over the years. This wide selection consisted of table, floor and wall lamps, as well as a number of different chandeliers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Steel Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' steel chandelier for Louis Poulsen. The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen resta...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

A Chandelier by Harald Notini
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Chandelier designed by Harald Notini model “11556″, produced by Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, circa 1946. Double-blasted glass screen decorated wit...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Heavy oxidation present throughout brass. Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.75” H x 25” Diameter...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Glass and Brass Pendant, Finland, 1940/1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant, manufactured in Finland, 1940/1950s. Brass frame with glass detail and opaline glass shades. Good vintage condition, patina and minor wear consistent with age and use. Gorge...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 15.0"H x 7.5"W x 5.25"D Stem Length (inches): 2” Dimensions of Canop...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Poul Henningsen 1894-1967, PH 3½-3 Pendant with Brass Socket / Metal
Located in København, Copenhagen
Poul Henningsen, 1894-1967. PH 3½-3 pendant with brass socket / metal, wire shade holders mounted with shade in yellow-painted metal. Measures: Diamete...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Hand Crafted Monika Pendant, Ø60cm/23.6in
Located in London, London
OMI collection are statement pendants, GLÜCK, SONNE and MONIKA. This is the original Naomi Paul lighting collection, launched in 2011. A diffused atmospheric light. In its largest si...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hand Crafted Monika Pendant, Ø50cm/19.7in
Located in London, London
OMI collection are statement pendants, GLÜCK, SONNE and MONIKA. This is the original Naomi Paul lighting collection, launched in 2011. A diffused atmospheric light. In its largest si...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hand Crafted Monika Pendant, Ø32cm/12.6in
Located in London, London
OMI collection are statement pendants, GLÜCK, SONNE and MONIKA. This is the original Naomi Paul lighting collection, launched in 2011. A diffused atmospheric light. In its largest si...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Edward Hald, Pendant Light, Nickel, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A nickel-plated brass, beige opaline and etched glass pendant light designed by Edward Hald and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 26” H x 25” Diam...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Large pendant by Paavo Tynell for Idman
Located in Long Island City, NY
Large lighting pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Finland, circa 1950th. Opaline glass shade with perforated brass plate and brass wire decor. Marked "Idman". Newly rewired ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Alvar Aalto Lamp A335A by Valaistustyö
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek A622A lamp, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Valaistustyö Ky. The lamp is in very good used condition. Valaistustyö's stamp on the lamp. The Artek A335A pendant lam...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Vintage Chrome Verner Panton Enamel Flowerpot Pendant Lamp by Louis Poulsen
Located in Krefeld, DE
Very nice old chrome flowerpot pendant lamp design Verner Panton in 1968 produced by Louis Poulsen, Made in Denmark. The lamp is in good condition. No parts missing, with new fabric ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Extra Large White Steel PH Artichoke Lamp For Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY, NY
The PH Artichoke Pendant is a stunning addition to any indoor space, boasting a sleek stainless steel construction and a soft white color that complements any room. With its sensor ...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass, Brass and Teak Chandelier
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass, teak construction with pressed glasses elements, fitted with six E14 sockets made by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden in the 1960s.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish mid century chandelier made from brass and glass, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A tasteful Swedish chandelier made from brass, featuring five curved arms holding organically-shaped shades in opal glass. Produced by an unidentified manufacturer in the 1940s, this...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.8” H x 18.5” W x 39.5” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 5” H x 1.5”...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lovely Handmade Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Handmade Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s Italy Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp. Designed and manufactured probably in Italy, ...
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1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wicker, Bamboo

ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabrc glass chandelier designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1940s. Vintage lampshades in fair condition. Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.0"H x 15.0"W x 15.0"...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Formakami JH5, Ivory White, Pendant by Jaime Hayon for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
East meets West in Jaime Hayon’s playful tweak of a traditional Asian lantern in contemporary expression. Dating back centuries, paper lanterns have featured in Asia amongst the privileged and the poor, where different colors, shapes and sizes connote different meanings. Hand crafted with rice paper. Color : Ivory White Product Description Pendant Environment Indoor Dimensions Ø: 70cm/27.6in, H: 67cm/26.4in Weight 1.5 kg Voltage 220-240V – 50HZ Light Source 2 x E27 Max 60 Watt Bulb is not included. Canopy included Cord Length 400cm/157.5in Product Material Ivory white paper, black stained oak, fabric cord Production Process Handmade rice paper pendant...
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2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Oak, Paper

Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive pendant lamp from the 1960s. Contemporary design and a highlight for every room. A comfortable light is created. Manufacturer: Fog and Morup Design: Jo...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Nickel, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A nickel and light beige opaline glass pendant designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 20 ” H x  8” W x 5"D Dimensions of Canopy:  2.5” H x 3.75 ” D ...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Teak and Jute Cord Pendant Cascade Lamp by Temde, Germany, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cascading pendant lamp made of teak and cord by Temde, Germany, 1960s. Elegant Scandinavian design with a solid teak frame and cascade three cone-shaped lamp shades. The large shades...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Jute, Teak

Glass & Brass pendant by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish glass and brass pendant by Böhlmarks, 1950s. Very good condition.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lisa Johansson-Pape Ceiling Lamps Model 61-347 Produced by Orno in Finland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare ceiling lamps model 61-347 designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape. Produced by Orno in Finland. Price listed is / item. We've 4 items available.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Rare pair of Birger Ekman Ceiling Lamps by Glössner, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare pair of Birger Ekman ceiling lights produced by Glössner AB, Sweden, 1940s. Please note: listed price is for a single pendant. Perforated brass and etched glass shades, v...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model T603 Pendant, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Hans-Agne Jakobsson T603 pendant with white fringes, 1970s. Produced in Sweden by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, 1970s.     
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 18” H x  8.625” W x 5.75” D Dimensions of Canopy:  3” H x 3.75...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hand Crafted Monika Pendant, Ø100cm/39.4in
Located in London, London
OMI collection are statement pendants, GLÜCK, SONNE and MONIKA. This is the original Naomi Paul lighting collection, launched in 2011. A diffused atmospheric light. In its largest si...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Beautiful Kai Finnmark / Kai Ruokonen Chandelier in Brass by LYNX
Located in Espoo, FI
Kai Finnmark / Kai Ruokonen Chandelier in Brass by LYNX Kai Ruokonen is a Finnish designer who also worked under the artist name ‘Kai Finnmark’. This Chandelier is a big size pend...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

A ceiling lamp by Bertil Brisborg model “33135” for NK
Located in Long Island City, NY
A ceiling lamp, designed by Bertil Brisborg ( 1910-1993) , model “33135”, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s. Red blasted and white lacquered metal, brass details and a wooden knob at...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Model likely originally mounted with decorative glass ornaments. Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.0...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Vintage White PH4 / 3 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Produced in Denmark circa 1980 -Designed by Poul Henningsen - PH -Manufactured by Louis Poulsen -Measurements: Diameter: 40 cm, Height: 20 cm. - The lamp is designed so tha...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Wooden Double Moon Pendant Lamp
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful double moon pendant lamp from the 1960s. The material fits into any room and creates a special atmosphere. It creates a cozy ...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Pine

Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with 7 pressed glass elements, fitted with E27 sockets up to 100watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hans Agne Jakobsson Silk fringe & brass pendant model T607, circa 1960.
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare Hans Agne Jakobsson Fringe light made with silk with a brass core. A plexiglass is used on the top of the lamp to reflect the light. This model is one of the iconic model from t...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 37” H x  17” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy:  3.5” H x 4.5” Diameter Cord...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Fabric, Pine

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 20” H x 17” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy: 3“ H x 3.5” Diameter  Stem l...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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.

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