Chandeliers and Pendants
Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Color: Beige
Creator: J.T. Kalmar
Pair of Large Modern Three-Tiered Brass Ice Glass Chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This modern brass brushed chandeliers, manufactured by Kalmar Austria in the 1970s, have eight E27 sockets and three layers of 28 textured solid ice glass sheets dangling from it. Th...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
J.T. Kalmar of Austria Ice Glass Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Kalmar ice or frosted glass chandelier from about 1960's
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Steel
Beautiful Large Kalmar Tulipan Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Imposing chandelier manufactured by Kalmar in Vienna in the 1960s.
Brass frame white enameled with 31 handblown art glass balls. Fitted with nine E14 sockets up to 40 W, it can be u...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury J.T. Kalmar Crystal Glass Pendant Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame fitted with one E27 and one E14 socket three crystal-ice glass elements. Designed by J.T. Kalmar in the 1950''s.
Total lenght 140cm (47.24in) lenght of the lamp only 58cm.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Kalmar Chandelier, Textured Glass and Brass, Austria, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Zagreb, HR
Beautiful and luxurious 1960's chandelier / pendant light by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
The chandelier is made of text...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Midcentury Brass Pendant Lamp With Structured Glass Shade
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame fitted with one E27 socket and structured glass shade, made by J.T. Kalmar in the early 1950s.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Impressive Austrian Kalmar ARENA Crystal Ice Glass Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Large and heavy steel construction with 15 lights and crystal ice glass elements. Made in Austia in the 1960s by J.T. Kalmar model ARENA.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Steel
Large Mid-Century J.T. Kalmar Tulipan Flush Mount Chandelier Murano Glass, 1960s
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Large mid-century J.T. Kalmar "Tulipan" flush mount chandelier designed and executed in the 1960s-1970s in Germany or Austria. The 4-tier ceiling light...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
Extra Large Chandelier Pendant Light Kalmar 'Tulipan', Murano Glass Brass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two huge and fantastic light fixtures model Tulipan HL 155 by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The name Tulipa...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
Large Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and large ice glass chandelier from the 1960s.
The 42 beautifully shaped Murano glass elements create an impressive, sparkling play of light.
Exceptionally high-quality w...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount Chandelier Tulip Murano Glass & Brass, Austria, 1970s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant flush mount chandelier with 12 clear and white Murano glass elements on brass frame. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria in the 1960s.
Design: Carlo Nason attr.
Manufacturer: Julius Theodor Kalmar...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
J. T. Kalmar Atomic Sputnik Chandelier, Space-Age Ceiling Lamp, Brass, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A stunning Midcentury sputnik pendant light from the late 1960s, designed and executed by Kalmar Austria. An impressive piece, made of brass, in very good condition. This sculptural ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960 Austria Kalmar 'Catena' Flush Mount Chandelier Murano Glass & Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant flush mount chandelier model Catena made by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna. J.T. Kalmar was a student of Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte.
Beautifully ribbon shaped pulegoso and ic...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Huge Mid-Century Modern Brass Sputnik Spider Flush Mount Light Chandelier, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An impressive and extra large 16-arm Mid-Century Modern brass spider flush mount fixture or chandelier by Kalmar, manufactured circa 1960 (late 1950...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass Chandelier with Textured Glass by J. T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with three arms and textured glass shades, fitted with E27 sockets. Made in Austria in the 1950s J. T. Kalmar Vienna. Complete restoration on request possible.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Amber Flush Mount Ceiling Light with Venini Tronchi Murano Glass & Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant flush mount ceiling light with 24 clear and amber Venini "Tronchi" Murano glasses on a golden brass frame. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s.
Designer: Carl...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
1960 Austria Kalmar 'Granada' Flush Mount Chandelier Iced Glass & Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant flush mount chandelier with Murano glass on a brass frame. Designed by J.T. Kalmar, model 'Granada'. Hanging glass resembles icicles. Chandelier illuminates beautifully and o...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Kalmar Lighting Chandelier Glass Ice First Chrome Structure, Austria, 1970
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Exceptional JT Kalmar chandelier with large ice frost glass with chrome structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the bes...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Glass
Kalmar Glass and Brass Chandelier, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A textured glass and brass light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
A square pressed glass with a watery structure ...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Kalmar Sun Shaped Brass Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass chandelier with 12 arms fitted each with E27 sockets. Manufactured by Kalmar in Vienna in the late 1950s.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Austrian Brass Chandelier with Textured Glass by J. T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with six arms and textured glass shades, fitted with E27 sockets. Made in Austria in the 1950s J. T. Kalmar Vienna. Complete restoration on request possible.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
One of Three Ice Glass Pendant Lights from J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three ice glass pendant lights designed by J.T Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria in the 1960s.
Stunning design, each pendant has four large squares of white,...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Nickel, Brass
Ice Glass Pendant Light/Chandelier from J. T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
An ice glass pendant lights designed by J.T Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria in the 1960s.
High-end and handmade design from the 20th century. The pendant/chandelier ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
J. T. Kalmar 'Pagoda' Flush Mount Glass Ceiling Light, 1960s, Vienna
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant flush mount ceiling light with clear glasses shaped like a pagoda on a chrome frame. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria in the 1960s.
Measures: height 9.85” in. (...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome
Kalmar Chandelier, Textured Glass and Brass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A textured glass and brass chandelier / pendant light by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
A six-arm brass frame holds cone shaped glass lamp shades with nice brass bolts.
The fixture has six sockets for small Edison screw base bulbs type E14 (max. 40W per bulb). These bulbs are available in all countries (US, UK, Europe, Asia, Canada,) for the local electricity voltage. It also can be used with an external dimmer.
The lamp is in very good condition and ready to use.
The height of the body only without stem is 9 inch (23 cm). The overall drop can be customized for free of charge. Also the existing canopy can be replaced with an US one for free of charge.
About Kalmar:
Founded in Vienna by Julius August Kalmar in 1881, Kalmar first specialized in the production of handcrafted objects of cast bronze.
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Light, Brass and Glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern ceiling light, brass and glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Price for 1.
4 available
Measures: 46 x 46 x 34cm.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Structured Glass Pendant Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame fitted with one E27 sockets. Made by J.T. Kalmar in the early 1950s.
Used with patina, brass can be cleaned/polished on request without extra costs.
Dimension of the gl...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Frosted Glass Plexiglass Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Majestic three stories high J.T. Kalmar chandelier or pendant with frosted glass icicles made of irregularly shaped plexiglass. They hang in a chrome frame.
Four light sources prov...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome
Kalmar Chandelier Semi Flush Mounts Pair Lipizza Glass Lamps, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
1 of 2 Kalmar Lipizza semi flush mounts or chandelier with 12 bulbs and 13.7" in diameter, Austria 1960- sold individually
Beautiful glass and enameled brass lamp...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Small J.T. Kalmar 'Ice Glass' Chandelier, 1960s with One Lamp Socket
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hamburg, DE
Small J.T. Kalmar 'Ice Glass' chandelier, 1960s with one lamp socket
This chandelier from the 1960s by the Austrian designer J.T. Kalmar apparently more than deserves the name ice glass. The glass icicles lined up together form the lampshade of the chandelier and look amazingly similar to a real ice sculpture. When switched on and flooded with light, the ice glass casts beautiful shadow patterns on the surrounding walls and creates a cosy warmth in the room despite the icy sight.
J.T. Kalmar lived and worked in Austria and gained extensive design experience at an early age in his father's company, which specialized in candlesticks and other objects cast in bronze and which Kalmar later took over himself. In the course of his career Kalmar designed lighting for many renowned architects as well as for important institutions such as the Vienna Opera...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
J.T. Kalmar Austrian Pagode Pendant Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
Austrian Post-War Design (1960s) "Pagode" pendant chandelier with textured clear glass balls hanging with metal chains from a round white painted can...
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20th Century Austrian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Kalmar Austria Icicle Ice Glass Viennese Chandelier from the 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Berlin, BE
A very beautiful and elegant vintage chandelier, manufactured by Kalmar Austria in the 1960s. Lovely design, the chandelier has 6 sockets and two layers of extremely stylish textured...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Pair of Large Modern Three-Tiered Chrome Ice Glass Chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This modern chrome brushed chandeliers, manufactured by Kalmar Austria in the 1970s, have eight E27 sockets and three layers of 18 textured solid ice glass sheets dangling from it. T...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Steel, Chrome
Cascading 55" Tulipan Chandelier Blown Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Stunning large 'Tulipan' flush mount chandelier designed by J.T. Kalmar. The lamp is made of seventy white onion shaped blown glass balls hanging down on chains attached to a white m...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Nickel
Set of 4 Kalmar Ice Glass Light Fixtures, 2 Wall Scones and 2 Chandeliers
Located in Rijssen, NL
Unique and elegant modern high-end brass colored set of light fixtures, manufactured by Kalmar, Austria in the 1970s. Lovely design, executed to ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Ice Glass Pendant by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame nickel-plated with 12 ice glass panels, fitted with one E27 socket, made by J.T. Kalmar in the 1960s.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Large Kalmar Chandelier, Brass and Textured Glass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An impressive and large chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
The fixture is made of polished brass in a warm tone,...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass, Metal
Beautiful Large Chandelier with Textured Glass by Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with nine arms and textured glass shades, fitted with E14 socktes. Made in Austria in the 1950s J. T. Kalmar Vienna.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Set of Four Large Kalmar Citrus Swirl Smoked Glass Light Fixtures, Austria, 1969
Located in Rijssen, NL
Set of high quality Murano glass light fixtures by Kalmar, 1960s. Clear twisted crystal glass panels with a light gold dish amber colored stripe in it. Illuminates beautifully.
Ka...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Pair of Large Modern Three-Tiered Chrome Ice Glass Chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This modern chrome brushed chandeliers, manufactured by Kalmar Austria in the 1970s, have eight E27 sockets and three layers of 18 textured solid ice glass sheets dangling from it. T...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Steel, Chrome
Kalmar Ice Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Miami, FL
Kalmar ice chandelier, 4 light, 1 central 60 watts max, 3 sides 40 watts max.
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome
Murano Glass Ceiling Light from Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
This large ceiling lamp was designed and manufactured by J. T. Kalmar, Austria, circa 1960. It takes 16 bulbs and features eight handmade solid glass elements made from Murano glass....
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Steel, Chrome
Unique Cut Crystal Rondino Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with cut crystal elements fitted with nine E14 sockets up to 60 watts each.
Made in Vienna in the 1950s by J.T. Kalmar model "Rondino".
Original condition with p...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
Huge Kalmar Chandelier Pendant Light, Brass Glass, Austria, 1970s, One of Four
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An extremely rare Sputnik or atomic light fixture 'RS 16 HL' by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in midcentury, Austria, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Sputnik Globe Lamp Glass and Brass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Sputnik globe lamp glass and brass chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, 1960
Dimensions: 25.19" x 20"-total drop 39.37"
Beautiful and large J.T. Kalmar Sputnik chandelier...
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1960s Austrian Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass and Textured Glass and Frosted Glass Chandelier by Kalmar, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Brass and textured glass and frosted glass chandelier by Kalmar, 1950s
Ten bulbs.
Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 2 Monumental Kalmar Sputnik Chandeliers Pendant Lights, Glass Brass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two extremly rare sputnik or atomic light fixtures "RS 16 HL" by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Aluminum, Gold, Brass
Ceiling Lamp Model "Ice Glass" Designed and Produced by J.T. Kalmar Austria 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Madrid, ES
Ceiling lamp model "Ice glass" designed and produced by J.T. Kalmar Screen made in lucite in the form of ice crystals on metal frame. Four points of light.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Austrian Midcentury Chrome and Glass Sputnik Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
One fantastic rare and large space age sputnik chandelier or pendant light by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The chandelier is made of chromed metal and big hand blown bubble glass lamp shades with a diameter of 4.7 inch (12 cm) per shade.
Perfect highlight for any midcentury modern interior!
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1960s Austrian Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
One of Four Huge Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights, Brass Glass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four extremely rare Sputnik or atomic light fixture 'RS 16 HL' by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in midcentury, Austria, circa 1970 (late 1960...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
1 (of 2) Kalmar Bronze Drum Chandelier Murano Glass Pendant Light, Gio Ponti Era
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant gold-plated drum chandelier with iced glass panels on a gilt-bronze frame. Heavy duty. Designed by Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s.
Design: Julius Theodor Kalmar.
Measures: di...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass, Bronze, Gold Plate
Textured Glass and Brass Tulipan Pendant by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Textured glasses shades and fitted with one E27 socket, made by J.T. Kalmar in the 1950s.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Pendant, circa 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Kalmar pendant circa 1950s
Polished and stove enameled.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass Ceiling Pendant by T.J. Kalmar, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Haderslev, DK
Beautiful brass ceiling light by T.J. Kalmar, Austria, 1950s.
Brass combined with two large shades of perspex which can be individually adjusted for either up- or downward light....
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Pendant, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Kalmar pendant, circa 1960s.
Polished and stove enamelled
three lights.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare and Beautiful Kalmar Chandelier, circa 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Rare and beautiful Kalmar chandelier, circa 1950s
Very good original condition.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant by J.T Kalmar, circa 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Pendant by J.T Kalmar, circa 1950s
Original glass
Polished and stove enameled.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Sun Mid-Century Brass Chandelier Ceiling Lamp, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Mid-Century modernist brass chandelier / ceiling Light / flush mount from the 1950s, model „Sonne“ (sun), executed by Kalmar Vienna. In good condition with nice patina on...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Antique, Vintage and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendant Lights
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique and vintage chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina (note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too), with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier.
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged. Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes. Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room. With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs.