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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Organic Modern
Style: Rococo
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

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

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Metal, 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

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

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Cord, Wood, Birch

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, 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

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Aluminum

Large French Rococo Style Thirty-Three Light Ormolu Chandelier
Located in Warsaw, PL
This superb ormolu chandelier is crafted in the ornate Rococo style. The chandelier features thirty-three lights arranged over three tiers, each light spr...
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20th Century French Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

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

Customizable Pendant Lamp TRN F1, Brass Rod, Light, Medium & Navy Blue Ceramic
Located in Paris, FR
TRN F1 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Signed by Pani Jurek Dimensions: H. 375 x 55 x 5 cm Model shown: Light blue, medium blue & navy blue Bulb (n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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

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

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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

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

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

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Metal

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 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 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

Materials

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, 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

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

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, 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 '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

Bespoke Italian Black & Pink Crystal Murano Glass Brass Pendant Big Globe Light
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary orientalist style custom lantern chandelier, of a modern Venetian geometric series with 4 shapes as per images, entirely handcrafted in It...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

Plaster

'Constellation 02 Mixed' Patinated Brass Ceiling Pendants
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. Finished in Atelier001’s signature bronze gr...
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2010s English Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Alley' by AGO 'Small-Burgundy'
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: 15,8 x 34 cm (Large) 11 x 24 cm (Small) AGO is a Korean design studio specialized in lighting. AGO is based in the area of central Seoul named Euljiro which has been at the heart of Korean industry. Many small factories and workshops remain and it is where AGO started, collaborating with the skilled craftsmen and makers of the area. AGO develops lightings collections in collaboration with contemporary design studio like Bymars, Word or Big-Game for example. Each project is a constant search of the perfect balance between beauty and function with light. ALLEY is a simple versatile modern lamp. Soft shine from the glass globes will light up above the table to bring cozy ambience. ALLEY comes with two different sizes in various orientations; pendant lamp, wall lamp, tilted table lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Alley' by AGO 'Small-Green'
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: 15,8 x 34 cm (Large) 11 x 24 cm (Small) AGO is a Korean design studio specialized in lighting. AGO is based in the area of central Seoul named Euljiro which has been at the heart of Korean industry. Many small factories and workshops remain and it is where AGO started, collaborating with the skilled craftsmen and makers of the area. AGO develops lightings collections in collaboration with contemporary design studio like Bymars, Word or Big-Game for example. Each project is a constant search of the perfect balance between beauty and function with light. ALLEY is a simple versatile modern lamp. Soft shine from the glass globes will light up above the table to bring cozy ambience. ALLEY comes with two different sizes in various orientations; pendant lamp, wall lamp, tilted table lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

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

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

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

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

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

Materials

Brass

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

Twelve Light Wood & Iron Painted Chandelier by MLA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We make these fixtures from antique elements we find on our trips to Italy and France. The fixtures are all hand made and each pair are different depending on the client's needs or o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wood

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

Chandelier Pair Crystal Bronze 18 Branches French Rococo Vintage
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Striking, large form with a diameter of 32.5" and a height of 52" Pretty and elegant, drawn from French 18th century Rococo designs. Beautifully made, each crystal drop is hand-cu...
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1980s French Rococo Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

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

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

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Glass

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

Organic Modern Chandelier Polished Lost-Wax Bronze Blown Glass Globes
Located in San Antonio, TX
MARATUS chandelier was designed for the Mol collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Maratus gets its name from a spider that displays an extravagant peacock-like tail to hypnot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Brass

Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Custom Light Fixture, Stone, Made-To-Order
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Custom Design by Studio Chora, Biomorphic Series, current production. Multiple work samples shown. Message seller before ordering. Biomorphic: ‘bios' ...
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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plaster, Paper

Bespoke Italian Aquamarine Murano Glass Round Brass Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary organic modern light fixture, entirely handcrafted in Italy, the airy circular hoop brass structure with a satin finish, supports 7 nature-inspired oval convex elements ...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Contemporary Italian Brass Gold Leaf Murano Glass Flower Chandelier Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This is an exclusive organic design, entirely handcrafted in Murano - Italy, in the shape of a lotus flower with textured white frosted reeded Murano glass leaves coming out of a cor...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Gold Leaf

Icy Starburst Murano Glass Ceiling Light, Contemporary
Located in Westport, CT
A wonderful 9 light sputnik chandelier composed of mouth blown icicle-shaped glass in varying sizes and irregular thickness, hardware is a lovely and reflective polished gold finish ...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Modern Italian White Aqua Blue Yellow Murano Glass Nickel Sputnik Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
An explosion of colors! or a subtle statement to your choice: This contemporary post-modern Sputnik chandelier/flush mount, is entirely customizable and handcrafted in Italy: an enti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

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

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

Midcentury Glass Pendant Light
Located in Beirut, LB
Midcentury pendant light in stylized glass of flower ornaments in blue and white, with glass formed in an organic shape. It is currently wired to 2...
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Mid-20th Century French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Contemporary Chandelier 'Nabila 552.19' by Tooy, Black Chrome, Smoked Glass
Located in Paris, FR
Chandelier Nabila 552.10 by Corrado Dotti x TOOY 9 lights UL Listed Model shown: Finish: Black Chrome Color: Smoke glass Canopy: Ø 13 cm Bulb compliance : 12 x G9 220/240V 3W Comp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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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Brass, Gold Leaf

Signature Designer Pendant Light – Amber Orange
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Bold, stylish, and sophisticated. That’s how we describe the Amber Orange Signature pendant light. The spatial design and its sleek aesthetic bring an individual look and add dept...
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2010s South African Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Cord, Wood, Birch

Bespoke Italian Art Nouveau Organic Design White Murano Glass Tulip Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary creation of the highest quality and sophistication, this lighting fixture, with Art Deco Design and Hollywood regency flair, is entirely handmade in Italy, and compose...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Gold, Brass

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

Handwoven Bebop Small Cotton Light Screen, Mexico City, León León Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
This handwoven Bebop small cotton light screen is a unique creation by León León Design from Mexico City. The screen features a solid powder-coated s...
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Cotton

Modern Pendant Lamp 'Thula 562.23' by Federica Biasi x Tooy, Black & Light Oak
Located in Paris, FR
Thula 562.23 by Frederica Biasi x Tooy Pendant lamp Compliant with US electric system Model shown: - hardware sand black - details sand black - shade light oak Materials: aluminu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Aluminum

Tribal Signature Designer Pendant Light - Dark Cyan
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This signature designer pendant embodies the shape of the memorable, and traditional South African Ndebele necklaces. The spatial design and its sleek aesthetic bring an individua...
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2010s South African Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Cord, Wood, Birch

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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