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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Minimalist
Recognized Seller Listings
Set of three pendants by Massimo Vignelli for Venini in Murano Glass
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Set of Three pendants mod. 4041 in light blue etched Murano Glass designed by Massimo Vignelli and produced by Venini since 1954. Perfect condition, original electrical system and or...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Murano Glass
Extraordinary Glass Ceiling Chandelier by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An extraordinary drum fixture surrounded by faceted and chipped glass bars. Designed by Max Ingrand and manufactured by Fontana Arte in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Chandelier with Brass and Glass Bulbs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chandelier, brass, glass, Europe, 1960s.
This exquisite chandelier embodies a brass fixture adorned with art-glass elements. Its circular brass frame contains six lights, each adorn...
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass and Opaque Glass Ceiling Lamp, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The best thing about hanging ceiling lights - besides their stylish look - is that they are a great option to make interiors appear more spacious. They can be used to concentrate lig...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960s Italian Chandelier Attributed to Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte
Located in Queens, NY
1960s Italian chandelier attributed to Fontana Arte. The chandelier's round perimeter covered with applied aqua slag glass panels which surrou...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
21st Century Pavone Medium Pendant Lamp with chains, dimmable, Gio Ponti 2019Ita
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Between 1957 and 1970 the association between Angelo Lelii and Gio Ponti, probably the most famous Italian architect and designer, is at its highest. Witness to this relationship is ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ceiling Lamp Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Lampada a sospensione
Italia, anni ‘60
Prodotta da Stilnovo
Riporta il marchio “Stilnovo Milano Italia”
Metallo laccato, vetro opalino
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Lampadario in vetro acidato e ottone, Stilnovo anni '50
By Stilnovo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Elegante pendente in vetro acidato e satinato, coroncine in ottone traforato, etichetta del produttore. Stilnovo, Milano anni '50.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Emil Stjenar for Rupert E. Nikoll Large Chandeliers in Glass and Brass
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Emil Stjenar for Rupert E. Nikoll, chandelier, glass, brass, Austria, 1960s
Wonderful chandelier by Emil Stjenar for Nikoll. Each arm serves as a testament to the artisan's skill, c...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Mid-Century Modern “Lenti” Sputnik Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning chandelier named for the "Lenti" (lenses) shape of the Murano glass components. This spectacular Sputnik fixture is a favorite! The lens shaped glass pieces are positioned t...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
34" Pendant Light in Handwoven Black Rattan, 10" Stem (15" OAH)
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Ventila, our nickname for the Tagalog word for ‘fan’, is woven from Filipino rattan and takes inspiration from colonial era ceiling fans. Measure: 34"...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Italian Chandelier in Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chandelier, glass, chrome-plated metal, Italy, 1960s
Dazzling Italian chandelier consisting of multiple round glass elements. Each glass plate is structured in round lines with a t...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
21st Century Pavone Medium Pendant Lamp, DALI, Gio Ponti, 2019, Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Between 1957 and 1970 the association between Angelo Lelii and Gio Ponti, probably the most famous Italian architect and designer, is at its highest. Witness to this relationship is ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Stilnovo 1960s Pair of Pendant Lights Model 1140
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Stilnovo adjustable pair of adjustable pendants or suspension lights model 1140 each with white enameled aluminum shade suspending textured glass dome shade with brass fittings and s...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Wire
Brass Sputnik Chandelier with Opaline Glass Spheres
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sputnik chandelier, brass, opaline glass, Europe, 1970s.
The chandelier consists of a brass fixture with nine arms, all with an opal sphere. Due to the matted glass, these lights cr...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Medium White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
By L'Aviva Home
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
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Italian Murano Glass and Ormolu Chandelier
By Camer Glass
Located in London, GB
Midcentury Italian Murano glass and ormolu chandelier
Italian, Mid-20th century
Height 126cm, diameter 56cm
This stunning Murano glass and ormolu chandelier has been produced ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ormolu
RAAK Chandelier in Blown Glass
By RAAK
Located in Waalwijk, NL
RAAK Amsterdam, chandelier with five pendants, glass, chrome-plated aluminum, metal, The Netherlands, circa 1968.
A wonderful chandelier structured in the shape of a waterfall casc...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Holger Johansson Set of 6 Chandeliers with 12 Smoked Glass Shades, Sweden 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These marvellous chandeliers are a rarity from Swedish designer, Holger Johansson, who created them for his own company, Westal. With a brass frame holding 12 translucent bubble glas...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Natural Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
By L'Aviva Home
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
Materials
Ceramic
RAAK Amsterdam Pendants with Clear Glass Orbs
By RAAK
Located in Waalwijk, NL
RAAK Amsterdam, pendants, glass, metal, Europe, 1970s.
This atmospheric set of pendant lamps features each a glass orb, casting a gentle and soothing light tone that imbues the spac...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Italian Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizeable brass and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Italy, 1950s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.5” H x 4.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-14 bulbs. 15 sock...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Postmodern Targetti Sankey Chandelier
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Targetti Sankey chandelier, made in chromed metal and plastic, Italy, 1970s.
This chandelier made out of five pipes, is a modern way to interpret lighting. With the pipes which present half of rubber body, they open up as if a flower. This chandelier is made out of chrome metal, plastic. Targetti Sankey has been designing and producing indoor and outdoor architectural light fixtures...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, dark-stained wood and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.0"H x 24.0"W x 24.0"D
Stem Length (inches):...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, gold-painted white opaline glass and dark-stained wood chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 24.5"H x 21.0"W x 21.0"D
Stem Len...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Stilnovo Rare Pendant Light or Chandelier Model 1205, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Stilnovo rare pendant light or chandelier model 1205 with three shades made of brass with textured acid-etched glass diffusers at alternating height...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, wood and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.5"H x 20.0"W x 20.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 13.0"
Chain...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A three-armed brass and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.0"H x 17.0"W x 17.0"D
Stem Length (inches): ...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Chrome, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A white opaline glass and chrome pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.0"H x 12.0"W x 12.0"D
Chain length: 1”
Chain/rod can be ad...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and beige glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 16.0"H x 6.5"W x 6.5"D
Stem Length (inches): 9”
Chain/rod can be adju...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 30.0"H x 11.5"W x 11.5"D
Stem Length (inches): 17.5”
Chain/ro...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.0"H x 11.5"W x 11.5"D
Stem Length (inches): 1”
Chain...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, wood and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.0"H x 20.0"W x 20.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 9.0"
Chain/...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Grand Chandelier in Brass and Art-Glass Spheres 8.5 feet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chandelier, brass, glass, Europe, 1970s.
Extreme large chandelier with brass fixture and art-glass. The chandelier with brass frame consist of twelve-light, formed in a circle, with...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Angelo Brotto Pendant in Murano Glass
By Esperia, Angelo Brotto
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Angelo Brotto for Esperia, pendant light, glass, brass, Italy, 1970s
Exuding elegance in every aspect, Angelo Brotto's design captivates the eye. Suspended from a brass fixture, a M...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Adjustable Counterweight Pendant Lamp
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pendant lamp with adjustable counterweight, black and yellow lacquered metal, brass, wiring, plastic, Italy, 1960s
This ceiling lamp is an excellent example of the 'new style' Itali...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
21st Century Pavone Medium Pendant Lamp, UL, phase cut, Gio Ponti, 2019, Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Between 1957 and 1970 the association between Angelo Lelii and Gio Ponti, probably the most famous Italian architect and designer, is at its highest. Witness to this relationship is ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 1464, Glass, Amber Crystals & Brass, Taito 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An exquisite example of Paavo Tynell 1930s lamps. A marvelous piece with dark champagne colour (light brown) blown glass shades and oxidated brass body with amber colour drop like cr...
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1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Smoked Mercury Glass Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Italian handblown Murano glass chandelier in a rich, smoked gray glass with mercury glass top and bottom cups and clear glass rings. Uniquely shaped stem and two tiers of six curving...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
21st Century Pavone Large Pendant Lamp, UL, phase cut, Gio Ponti, 2019, Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Between 1957 and 1970 the association between Angelo Lelii and Gio Ponti, probably the most famous Italian architect and designer, is at its highest. Witness to this relationship is ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large RAAK Pendants Model 'B-1011' in Aluminum and Perspex
By RAAK
Located in Waalwijk, NL
RAAK, pendants model 'B-1011', aluminum, lucite, The Netherlands, 1970s.
Designed by RAAK, these large lantern pendants embrace a striking octagonal design crafted from anodized alu...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
1958 J. T. Kalmar - Ceiling Lamp Rondino from a Ringstrasse Palce Vienna
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Founded in Vienna by Julius August Kalmar in 1881, Kalmar first specialized in the production of handcrafted objects of cast bronze. The company soon established the practice of clos...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Ceiling Lamp, Europe, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
At its most basic level, Mid-Century Modern designs are known for juxtaposing sleek lines with organic shapes, using new materials and methods to reimagine traditional pieces. Materi...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant Lamps in Opaline Glass and Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pendant lamps, metal, opaline glass, plastic, Europe, 1970s
Minimalist pendant lamps with drop-shaped glass shade. The lamps hang on metal stems that end in a cylindric ceiling...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Swedish Modern Brass Ceiling Light with Fabric Shades, Sweden Mid-20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
Ceiling lighting has been used as a decorative focal point for rooms since the early 20th century. In Scandinavian mid-century design, where interior lighting is of particular impo...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lucite and Cut Glass Pendant
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chandelier, Perspex, metal, Germany, 1970s
Shimmering pendant that were implemented in ships and high-class trains. The lucite sheets embrace a simple layout, whereas the diamond-sh...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Itsu Mid-Century Pendant Lamp Model "ER 106/3", Finland 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare pendant lamp was designed during the 1950s, an era in which Finland saw the birth of many of its most iconic lighting models. Design wise, it was a period of consistency, e...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
21st Century 6 Lune symmetrical brass ceiling lamp, A. Lelii, 2019, Italy, US
By Angelo Lelii
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Large and striking Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce pair of original "6 Lune". An iconic design with clean architectural line.
Ceiling light with six opaline glass shades suspended from r...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendants in White Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pendants, glass, metal, Europe, 1970s
Very elegant ceiling lamps with large matte white shades defined by organically rippled surfaces. The lamp radiates an ambient light partition....
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome, Metal
Italian Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizable brass and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 41.5” H x 37” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2” H x 5.5” ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
6-Globe Modern Chandelier, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
6-Globe Modern Chandelier
Made in Italy
Flush mount brass and steel fixture with six cascading frosted glass globes.
22" dia x 24" h
Ref. L3384
*4-6 Week...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and metal chandelier designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22” H x 14.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3“ H x 2.75” Diameter
Stem length...
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1950s Albanian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Modernist Chandelier from Italy, 1960s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A lively chromed chandelier having five radiating arms emanating from a cylindrical stem, each arm having a highly expressive shade fashioned of curved and slotted steel.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Teak, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.875” H x 22.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3” H x 3.875” W x 3.87...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Curved Ceiling Lamp with Four Opal Glass Shades, Europe 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Materials were key elements of modern lighting design, and nothing speaks mid-century modern more than the combination of metals, such as brass and glass. At its most basic level, mi...
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1940s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Ceiling Light with Five Pendants in Copper and Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ceiling light, glass, copper, Europe, 1970s
Wonderful ceiling light with five pendants. All lights feature a cylindrical copper base with a with a handblown glass shades. The struct...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Brass Ceiling Lamp with Decorative Cylindrical Glass Shades, Europe Ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-Century Modern lamps are still coveted pieces thanks to their atmospheric light and disciplined, functionalist design that is not short of unique decorative elements. Not only does this one-of-a-kind model possess most of the best characteristics and Material combinations of the era, its decorative elements are also more distinctive compared to other models.
This uniquely decorated ceiling lamp was designed in an era in which Europe saw the birth of many of its most iconic lighting models. It was a period of consistency, excellence, and sophistication design wise. Despite its age, this ceiling light has a hint of Art Deco in its design, with sinuous lines and pronounced decorative elements. The brass frame features two arms with defined curves that hold two glass shades. Each one has a tall cylindrical shape framed by brass rings on both ends. The opal glass with its milky texture is the perfect backdrop for the decorative crosses...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
21st Century Pavone Wall Lamp, phase cut, Gio Ponti, 2019, Italy, US
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Between 1957 and 1970 the association between Angelo Lelii and Gio Ponti, probably the most famous Italian architect and designer, is at its highest. Witness to this relationship is ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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.