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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 2010s
Pendant pottery organic modern ceramic Lamp chandelier lighting hanging ceiling
Located in Vilnius, LT
Category: Lighting, Decoration Type: Decoration, Floor lamp, Wall lamp, Pendant, Table lamp Material: Ceramic base, textile cable Ceramic glaze: Milk or Ocher Light source: G9 3W, 11...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

Cloud N.4 Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Peltro Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Cloud N.4 ceiling light features four overlapping shades with large Tuscan alabaster diffusers providing an impressive amount of ambient light as well as up lighting. The shades ...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Serge Mouille - Ceiling Lamp with 3 Rotating Arms in Black - IN STOCK!
Located in Stratford, CT
DESCRIPTION: Simple and elegant, this ceiling lamp makes a dramatic addition to a variety of room settings. With three rotating arms of differing lengths and heads that swivel and t...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Moooi Serpentine Light by Front Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Serpentine Light by Front is an airy suspension lamp made from elaborate twists and turns. The lighting design originated from twisting and turning a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cloud N.5 Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Satin Brass Finish
Located in New York, NY
Intersecting semi circles and round alabaster shades come together in the Cloud N.5 ceiling light to create a piece that feels sculptural yet light and dynamic. The five shades are c...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Cloud N.4 Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Bronze Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Cloud N.4 ceiling light features four overlapping shades with large Tuscan alabaster diffusers providing an impressive amount of ambient light as well as up lighting. The shades ...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Cloud N.4 Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Satin Brass Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Cloud N.4 ceiling light features four overlapping shades with large Tuscan alabaster diffusers providing an impressive amount of ambient light as well as up lighting. The shades ...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Wiener Werkstätte chased brass and glass Chandelier, Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Chandelier for the Otto Boehler Villa, 1918, chased brass, crystal-glass, 6- flames Total drop Custom made Lit.: Wiener Werkstätte Archive, MAK Vienna, Patternbook of the Wiener Wer...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Classic Chandelier 5 Arms Clear and Amethyst Murano Glass with Rings Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Classic chandelier 5 arms clear and amethyst Murano glass with rings by Multiforme. The classic Murano glass chandelier, as it is in the collective imagination. As many other chandel...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Cloud N.1 Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Polished Brass Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Cloud N.1 ceiling light embodies a minimalist design with a clean brass band and a glowing Tuscan alabaster diffuser. Available in 4 sizes and can be installed as a semi flush mo...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

White opaline-glass in a handcrafted brass-rim hanging on works of passamenterie
Located in Vienna, AT
Chandelier with a white opaline-glass in a handcrafted brass-rim, hanging on works of passamentery Brass rim in several finishes, handblown opaline-glass and handcrafted passament...
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2010s Austrian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Bamboo
Located in NOVÝ BOR, CZ
A sculptural form of this lamp is inspired by woody stems of natural bamboo. The section of a bamboo straw has became a substantial source of inspiration for this design. Glass bambo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

FLOTILLA Chandelier in Brass and Terracotta Enamel by Blueprint Lighting 2021
Located in New York, NY
The Flotilla ceiling fixture designed by Blueprint Lighting; a playful piece of functional sculpture inspired by the "Flotilla" fabric designed by Lucienne Day, 1952. This fixtures w...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

Exceptional and Rich Chandelier, Murano, Italy
Located in Rijssen, NL
"The passion of glass is a form of love' This prestigious huge colorful high-end chandelier brings the passion of a family of  glasmakers of Venice into your home . The Venice chande...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Contemporary Rock Crystal Quartz Chandelier by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
A fine carved contemporary rock crystal quartz chandelier with eight spikes, polished nickel finished frame, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC. Height can be adjustable. Available in n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

Gervasoni Small Brass Suspension Lamp in Matt Brass by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a strong decorative impact, the BRASS lamp family exploits the ductility of brass and its ability to embellish interiors with warm and golden light reflections. Suspension lamps have a delicate shape of great visual appeal: a light brass disc with a slight curvature in the smaller version or very accentuated in the larger one that floats in the air reflecting light poetically and suggestively. They can be used individually or combined with each other for an even more suggestive and cinematographic effect. Given the total craftsmanship of the product, it is possible that small stains may appear over time due to oxidation of the brass. These stains are therefore not defects but a characteristic of the material. Small superficial marks, scratches, creases etc. are caused by the hand-hammering process on the brass, so they are characteristic of the manufacturing process. - Brass Suspension lamp in brass metal sheet, matt transparent lacquered. Tops brass metal sheet, hand polished surface - Aluminium Top cast aluminium, hand polished surface. Both surface tops are not subject to any treatment in order to obtain the best brilliance therefore, the surface can be easily scratched. Superficial scratches can be removed using appropriate paste for cleaning metal parts. Due to the used material, it is quite normal the surface will become darker over time. Suspension lamp in hammered matt brass. Max. power 18 W, 220 Volt, bulb holder E 27, bulb not included. (electrical cable lenght 250 cm; steel cable lenght 200 cm) Additional Information: Material: Brass Finish: Matt brass Power supply: Max. power 18 W, 220 Volt, bulb holder E 27 Dimension: 80 W x 70 D x 18 H cm Available in other size option: Large Quick Ship: Brass 95...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large 'Disa' Wood Suspension Lamp by J.A. Coderch for Tunds
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 'Disa' wood suspension lamp by J.A. Coderch for Tunds. Called by Pablo Picasso "the most wonderful pendant lamp of the world," this sculptural and organic piece was designed by renowned architect J.A. Coderch in 1954. The iconic 'Disa' has since become a much sought after icon of Spanish midcentury design. This newly authorized re-editioned by Tunds embraces all the technical, functional, material and aesthetic requirements laid down by the master architect, including those which could not be resolved in his time due to technical limitations. It is now loving fabricated in choice of natural Oregon pinewood (FSC) veneer specially treated to gain flexibility, or satin white methacrylate, and coupled with machined and anodized aluminum block clamping rings made in Germany. Price is per item. Available to order in unlimited quantities in choice of two sizes as well as two finishes. Also available to order as a table lamp, please see our separate listings. This listing is for the large 'Disa' pendant in wood. Please note that only one representative example of each item is shown in the images. Finish varies from item to item due to the handmade nature of their fabrication. In stock lead time 3 weeks. Out of stock lead time can add an additional 3-4 weeks or more. Please note inventory availability and lead times are subject to change at any time without notice. Please contact us for current lead times prior to placing time sensitive orders. José Antonio Coderch (1913-1984) is considered one of the most valued architects in Postwar Spain. Often described as the architect of modernity, his works are still seen as vivid examples of contemporary architecture and his legacy includes hundreds of listed buildings all over Spain. Coderch gained significant recognition throughout his career, winning the architecture FAD awards in 1960 and 1972. He also became a member of Team X establishing friendships with other renowned international architects. His design creations such as the Disa lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Grande lampadario con vetri di Murano pendenti, ispirato al mid-century italiano
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Grande lampadario con vetri di Murano pendenti bianchi acidati, ispirato al mid-century italiano Direttamente dalla fonte: Non siamo semplici rivenditori, ma produttori diretti! Sit...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Shell Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Polished Brass Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Shell ceiling light is forged from brass to create an organic shell nestling three of our handblown Sfera glasses made in Murano. Shown in the primary images in polished brass-s...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Pebble Pendant by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian pendant with a large clear Murano pebble glass shade mounted on brass frame / designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy Measures: Diameter 23.5 inches, height 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cinquanta Red, Black and Black Suspension Lamp by Vittoriano Viganò by Astep
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
VV Cinquanta suspension lamp Design by Vittoriano Viganò This version is with red and black lacquered reflectors and black frame. The VV Cinquanta Suspension is elegant and versatil...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Pebble Pendant by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian pendant with a large glossy white Murano pebble glass shade mounted on brass frame / designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy Measures: Diameter 23.5 inches, h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cloud N.1 Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Peltro Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Cloud N.1 ceiling light embodies a minimalist design with a clean brass band and a glowing Tuscan alabaster diffuser. Available in 4 sizes and can be installed as a semi flush mo...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

LUdome Copper Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of our Lumfardo Luminaires Contemporary Collection, the LUdome Copper Flush Mount is an all copper and glass modern bowl flush mount light ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Mid Century Modern Chrome 24 Bulb Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Elevate your space with timeless elegance and striking illumination courtesy of this Large Mid Century Modern Chrome Chandelier. With its sleek chrome finish and minimalist design, t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Cloud N.1 Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Satin Brass Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Cloud N.1 ceiling light embodies a minimalist design with a clean brass band and a glowing Tuscan alabaster diffuser. Available in 4 sizes and can be installed as a semi flush mo...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Grande lampadario con listelli vetro di Murano ispirato al mid-century italiano
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Grande lampadario con listelli vetro di Murano ispirato al mid-century italiano Direttamente dalla fonte: Non siamo semplici rivenditori, ma produttori diretti! Situate vicino a Ven...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Shell Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Bronze Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Shell ceiling light is forged from brass to create an organic shell nestling three of our handblown Sfera glasses made in Murano. Shown in the primary images in Bronzo Nuvolato-...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Shell Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Polished Nickel Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Shell ceiling light is forged from brass to create an organic shell nestling three of our handblown Sfera glasses made in Murano. Shown in the primary images in polished nickel-...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Pebble Pendant by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian pendant with a large clear Murano pebble glass shade mounted on brass frame / designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy Measures: Diameter 23.5 inches, height 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Pebble Pendant by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian pendant with a large glossy white Murano pebble glass shade mounted on brass frame / designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy Measures: Diameter 23.5 inches, h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Zeta Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro - Bronze Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Zeta ceiling light features a composition of variable sized Murano glass shades methodically balanced on a “V” shaped brass frame. The first ima...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Moon Mandala Chandelier by Lorin Silverman
Located in New York, NY
Blown glass, patinated brass. gold foil. Teal-blue, blown glass bowls with white, sculpted blown-glass diffusers. Glass bowls embedded with gold foil. 8 x E12, (candelabra) sockets. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Foil

Hanami Pendant Large Red Wire by Adriano Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Hanami is a symbol of delicate poetry, taking its name from the traditional Japanese ritual of observing blossoming cherry trees. The Hanami family includes ethereal suspensions, available in two sizes, as well as an applique version that redefines the traditional ceiling lamp concept. Hanami’s unique, delicately coloured illumination is distributed throughout hand-folded flowers made of Lentiflex®, a noble material that recreates diamond-like reflections. Size: 96 x 60 x h. 26 cm / 37-3/4” x 23-1/2” x h. 14-1/4” maximum cable length: 140 cm / 55” Colors: Prisma Materials: Technopolymer / Lentiflex With: Red wire...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plastic

BOWEN Scandinavian Mid-Century Cypress Wood Veneer 30" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The BOWEN light fixture is a stunning example of contemporary Mid-Century Modern design. With its minimalist silhouette, warm wood tones, and unique shape,...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Other

Bonnie Contemporary LED Small Pendant, Solid Brass or Nickel, Handmade/Finished
Located in Torslanda, SE
The Bonnie range is designed around the stylized form of a Saffron flower, known around the world for its valuable beauty, fragrance and essence. Each organic flower-like form is ...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Medium Bamboo Umbrella Shaped Chandelier, Indonesia, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Indonesian medium size round umbrella shaped chandelier made of bamboo. Single bulb. 60watt to 100 watt maximum ARRIVING SEPTEMBER Also available in large 71" diameter x...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo

Murano Pebble Pendant by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian pendant with a large gray Murano pebble glass shade mounted on brass frame / designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy Measures: Di...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Style Chandelier
Located in Rebais, FR
Art Deco chandelier with nickel finish and glass rods.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cocoon 1, 6" dia x 9" H Blown Glass Pendant by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand blown glass pendants fixtures. 1 glass pendant on 6" round canopy with LED G4 2W bulb. Fixture dimmable. 2 additional ft. are added to every wire. UL listed. Glass pendant measu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Long Brass Chandelier With Beige, Blue and Grey Murano Glass Panels
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Long chandelier, ideal over a dining table, made of brass structure with twelve sources of light. The structure is covered with two layers of Murano glass panels in various colours.
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large (29") Smooth Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
A plaster pendant in a smooth, undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940s plaster plafonnier. Hanging by four white chains; with 3 medium ba...
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2010s Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Regency Palmette Cloche Lantern, Brass
Located in Westwood, NJ
Regency Palmette Cloche lantern, this three-light lantern design features intricate metalwork and a decorative hand-blown globe. The acanthus leaf Palme...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Reflector LED Pendant Light, Bronze Patina, White Shade
Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria
The Reflector pendant is a sophisticated soft lighting option suited for dining tables, workspaces, hallways and other indoor environments that require a diffused and warm lighting e...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Veneer Samples
Located in Beaverton, OR
We provide a full set of veneer samples for you reference.
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2010s Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wood

Lucy Pendant in Prussian Blue, Satin Brass and White Powdercoat Details
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Lucy pendant features solid brass components styled in three finish combinations; parlor, snow, and tide. All three styles retain the bright satin brass of the shade’s interior. ...
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2010s American Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Art Deco Bronze Chandelier in Modernism's style.
Located in Rebais, FR
Art Deco chandelier in Modernism's style.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Ventiquattro Sputnik Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian sputnik chandelier with 24 cream Murano pebble glass shades mounted on brass frame / Designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy 24 l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Customizable Pendant Lamp TRN A1, Brass Rod, Black Ceramic
Located in Paris, FR
TRN A1 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 17.5 x 15 x 5 cm Model shown: Black Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatibl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Formation Linear Pendant LED Aluminum Marble Fixture, Matte Black
Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria
Formation linear pendant is a sleek, luxurious aluminium and marble fixture ideally suited to hang above Kitchen islands, dining tables, works...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Marble, Aluminum

Limpid Light L Smoke Standard , Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass, Europe
Located in Breda, Noord-Brabant
To order the Full-swing version please check our storefront. Our limpid light size L in shade “Smoke” is a pendant light, decorative light, made in Europe. The Limpid Lights collection, a series of lighting objects that incorporate movement as a key element of its design. By moving the light source away from, or closer to the lighting object, the intensity of the light can be adapted. This caused by the hand-blown glass shades that can be used to soften the light and create a more intimate ambiance. Dimensions: 200 x 200 x 600 mm (l x w x h) Full swing 1 box = 415 x 290 x 785 mm gross weight 6.5 kg Net weight 5.5 kg Standard 1 box = 415 x 290 x 785 mm gross weight 5.6 kg Net weight 4.6 kg Materials: Shade in glass (The glass is mouth-blown and therefore can contain air bubbles). Adjustable suspension in steel and brass. Non-adjustable suspension in steel. Finish: Clear glass smoked glass...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Smoked Glass

Medium White Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Ceramic

Sol Pendant L
Located in Renton, WA
Sol collection is low-key design with elaborate consideration, consists of pendant, table lamp and even bow lamp type. SOL Pendant L ’s ring-like lampshade i...
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2010s Taiwanese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Kadur Drizzle 1, 4" Dia Blown Glass Pendant by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand blown glass pendants fixtures. 1 glass pendant on 6" Round Canopy with LED G4 2W bulb. Fixture Dimmable. 2 additional ft are added to every wire. UL listed. Glass Pendant Measur...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Kadur Drizzle 1, Six Inch Hand Blown Glass Pendant by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand blown glass pendants fixtures. 1 glass pendant on 6" Round Canopy with LED G4 2W bulb. Fixture Dimmable. 2 additional ft are added to every wire. UL listed. Glass Pendant Measures: 6" The center orb of each Kadur pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Complete Collection Color Swatch Card
Located in London, London
Naomi Paul lighting collection book and full color collection swatch card.
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Cotton

Bespoke Italian Oval Black and Pink Crystal Murano Glass Brass Egg Pendant 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 custom made in I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Handwoven Rattan Medium George Light Screen, Mexico City, León León Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
This handwoven rattan medium George light screen is a unique creation by León León design from Mexico City. The screen features a solid powder-coated...
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rattan

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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