Chandeliers and Pendants
Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Color: Brown
Chandelier by Bakolowits & Söhne
Located in Kiel, SH
Chandelier by Bakolowits & Söhne.
Category
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Italian 19th Century Venetian St. Giltwood And Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and extremely decorative Italian 19th century Venetian st. giltwood and crystal chandelier. The eight arm chandelier is centered by lovely and most unique bottom foliate ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette Fabric Department Pendant, Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
A simple but sensational fixture, designed by Josef Hoffmann, for the fabric department of the Wiener Werkstaette on Kaerntnerstrasse in Vienna. Styl...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silk
Pair of American 19th Century Louis XV St. Giltwood Chandeliers Stamped Caldwell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking pair of American 19th century Louis XV st. giltwood chandeliers, stamped Caldwell. Each Italian inspired six arm chandelier is stamped 'C' for Edward F. Caldwell, and is c...
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19th Century American Louis XV Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Giltwood
French Turn-of-the-century Louis XVI St. Ormolu, Crystal and Glass Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and unique French Turn-of-the-Century Louis XVI st. ormolu, crystal and frosted glass chandelier. The eight arm chandelier is centered by a beautiful richly chased bottom...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Ormolu
Hans Agne-Jakobsson Pendants, Set of Two, 1970s
Located in Renens, CH
Vintage pair of ceiling lamps produced by AB Markaryd, Sweden, design Hans-Agne Jakobsson.
These pinewood lamps are in vintage condition with some small signs of wear, but in good...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Pine
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'U' in Terracotta, Brown
By Bentu Design, Nongzao
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant lamp 'U' by Nongzao x Bentu Design.
Material: Terracotta
Color: Earthy brown
Measures: 18.5 cm high, 11.5 cm diameter
Wire: 3 meters (black)
Lamp type: AC 100-240V 50-60Hz 9W - Comptable with US electric system.
Variations:
- Color: Earthy Brown / Earthy Orange
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Nongzao x Bentu creates ‘Raw Earth’ collection, a series of light skeletons, as recombination of industrial production methods transforming the materials into its earthy form without any harm to nature. the raw earth forming...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Terracotta
Late Century German Explosion Proof Copper & Brass 3 Lamp Bar Pendant Lighting
By Wiska
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
A copper and brass 3 lamp bar comprising of 3 cast brass explosion proof pendants made in the 1970's by Wiska of Germany who are a manufacturer o...
Category
1970s German Industrial Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Copper
Tarnished Bronze Handmade Swedish Sculptural Pendant at 39”/ 95cm diameter
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. Measures: 35”/ 90cm diameter"ø.
Eac...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Midcentury Amber Bubble Pendant by Helena Tynell for Limburg, 1960s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Mid-Century Modern Space Age pendant light was designed during the 1960s by Helena Tynell and Heinrich Gantenbrink and was produced by Glashütte Limburg in Germany. It is made o...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Space Age Cascade Lamp by Lakro Amstelveen, Mid-Century Modern
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Beautiful space age cascade by the dutch company Lakro Amstelveen. The lamp consists of three chrome shades with orange acryllic diamonds, producing a nice light effect. The three la...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
1970's Colorful Belgian Glass Chandelier by Nanny Still for Massive
Located in Nijlen, VAN
mpressive glass chandelier by famous Finnish designer Nanny Still. This chandelier was produced in the 1960's by Belgian manufacter Massive. This chandelier has the typical colored glass "stalactites...
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1970s Belgian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
'1 of 2' Large Kaiser Flush Mount Amber Murano Glass Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant large flush mount ceiling light executed in Murano glass with brass finals on a wooden frame. Manufactured by Kaiser Lighting, Germany in the 1960s.
Materials: Murano glass,...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
'Cosmic Ore Pendant 70' Gradient Patina Bronze Brass Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Two finely hand-spun brass plates make up this pendant light, a bronze to brass gradient accentuates the shape. The light is projected into the shade and reflects out, illuminating without creating a glare.
This light fixture is suitable for both contemporary and vintage inspired interiors...
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2010s British Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Very Fine and Highly Decorative Gilt Pendant or Flush Mounted Fixture
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine and highly decorative gilt pendant or flush mounted fixture representing Apollo and Sunburst. Five lights
Dimensions: Height 7", diameter 22"
CW4824.
Category
20th Century European Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Composition
SERENE Scandinavian Modern White Wood 24" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
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2010s American Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic, Wood, Bentwood, Organic Material
Amber Alabaster Pendant, Sweden, circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
A natural, amber toned alabaster is a warm sleek pendant with crystal, rather than mineral, veining. Suspended on three electrified ropes from a matching alabaster canopy, the light ...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
SERENE Modern White Eco Wood 27" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Organic Material, Acrylic, Laminate, Wood, Hardwood, Bentwood
Italian 18th Century Gilt and Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive and large scale Italian 18th century giltwood and gilt iron chandelier with clear and blue colored crystals and glass garlands. The twelve ...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Iron
Very Fine Regence Style Giltwood Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine Regence style giltwood chandelier. France, circa 1910. 4-light
Dimensions: Height 29" x diameter 26"
CW4090.
Category
Early 20th Century French Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Giltwood
Massive Fallow Deer Chandelier
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
12 light, 9 antler fallow deer chandelier. Antlers all have matching patina/color. Chain and wire included. Craftsman made in North Idaho. Very ...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Antler
Sistema Chandelier by Piattelli Design, 6-shade
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This chandelier uses an ingenious rotating stem structure and features a shallow drum-shaped shade at the end of each arm.
The chandelier arms are designed with two lengths so that each can be staggered at different angles. They work well in any space and suit both regular and low-ceilinged rooms wonderfully.
This is the medium Sistema chandelier, with 3 arms and 6 shades. Ideal for an oval or long dining table. It works well also over an island.
The result is uniform lighting from above the dining table. There is nothing else like this on the market. There are beautiful chandeliers available, but they always tend to give out too much light in the center and too little at either side.
Each shade has two LED strips that can be lit separately. In this way you can have either a regular light or a stronger light depending on how you need to use the chandelier. The LEDs are top quality with a CRI of over 80. This ensures that the natural color of food and people can be seen perfectly. See the next to last photo, where there is some fruit and a color chart below the chandelier.
The LEDs are on a 24V direct current feed, so there is no flickering.
The arms can rotate 180 degrees, for many possible combinations. See the drawing for the two regular positions. The chandelier can also be rotated when it is lit.
The shades can be rotated on the arm axis to meet any lighting needs in a living room (paintings, bookshelves etc.). The shades have neutral white glass fixtures. Please see the photos.
On the back there is a smaller Lucite opening for giving ambient light.
The chandelier has the ingenious brass finishes of the orbitale collection.
This listing shows measurements for a dining table and the smallest drop. A change of drop is complimentary.
Please see the last image for all sizes and ask for high resolution technical drawings if you need them.
Please see the drawing to get an idea of sizes for the different chandeliers. On the upper side of each disc there is a smaller opening to provide ambient light.
Top-quality LEDs with over 80 CRI, meaning that the lighting does not alter the color of food and people.
The LEDs are on a 24V direct current feed, so there is no flickering. The arms can be rotated 180 degrees to configure various combinations. As well as two rows of evenly-spaced lights over a dining table, a regular 8-shade star or 4-shade star (see photos) are possible, as well as creative sculptural shapes. The arms can be rotated even when the chandelier is lit.
The shades can also be rotated on the arm axis to meet any lighting needs in a living room (paintings, bookshelves etc.).
This listing shows the smallest drop. A change of drop is complimentary.
Silvio Piattelli copyright and design.
Specifications (Note: The Sistema chandelier has glass shades, while Sistema Solare...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of 18th Century Italian Rococo Gold Leaf Tassel Ornaments
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Pair of 18th century Italian hand-carved gold leaf tassel ornaments.
They are two of the same shape of tassel but in two different sizes ...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Leaf, Metal
Pair Spectacular pink glass chandeliers. Murano
Located in Budapest, HU
Pair Palmette ceiling light made by 104 Murano pink glasses in a gold metal frame. Murano blown glass in a traditional way. Structure in gold colored metal.
Period:1980's
Dimensions:...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Six-Arm Ormolu Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking and extremely elegant French 19th century Louis XVI st. six arm ormolu chandelier. The chandelier is centered by a fine bottom inverted acorn finial below the tapered flut...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ormolu
Murano Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Chandelier / Wall Light, 2010
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing Murano piece which can be mounted both as applique and as a ceiling chandelier. Particular and original applique from the manufacture of Murano glassworks. The Murano furnace...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A Very Fine Giltwood Chandelier.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Superb giltwood chandelier. Eight lights.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of Austrian Regency Gilt Bronze Foliage and Crystal Chandeliers, C. 1815
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of Austrian Regency sixteen light gilt bronze foliage filigree and medallion crystal chandeliers. Originally candle powered and have been electrified. Early 19th Century
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1810s Austrian Regency Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
French Gilt Bronze and Crystal Sixteen Light Foliage Baccarat Chandelier, C 1810
Located in Hollywood, SC
French Baccarat gilt bronze and crystal sixteen light chandelier with a scrolled foliage canopy, exterior intertwined crystal floral beading, original scrolled floral candle bobeches...
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1810s French Louis XVI Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Flush Mount Light 1 - Vrksa Series by Raka Studio - Ceiling Light in Ash Wood
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Flush Mount Light 1 sits closely on the ceiling, it has been made using solid ashwood by bending the wood. Two cocoon-like wooden structures bear the light bulbs, dispelling ligh...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ash, Bentwood
Maru 6" Globe Pendant - Medium Bead Stack shown with Rust Globe, Brass Hardware
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A collection of playful and versatile pendants that consider lighting as the "jewelry" of space.
Stacked beads in copper, brass, satin nickel, antique brass, blackened oak, maple, a...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Nickel, Brass
Giltwood Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine Louis XVI style carved and gilt wooden chandelier, original 24-karat gilding. Made for candles now electrified. 4-lights.
Dimensions: Height 19 1/2" x 27" diameter.
CW3...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Pendant in the Manner of Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury pendant in the manner of Stilnovo. Newly rewired with a standard porcelain socket for a light bulb up to 125 watts.
Two available.
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1950s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Stunning Florian Schulz Double DUOS Brass Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double posa pendant lamp with one E 27 / model a bulb in polished brass. Each lamp and newly wired.
Category
2010s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian 19th Century Louis XV St. Giltwood Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and high quality Italian 19th century Louis XV st. giltwood chandelier. The six arm chandelier is centered by an impressive and finely detailed bottom acorn finial with l...
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19th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Giltwood
Joe Pendant Lamp 640 by Wende Reid - Classic, Tailored, Minimal, Handmade
By Wende Reid
Located in Paddington, NSW
This Classic, tailored pendant lamp, inspired by menswear is reminiscent of 1940s style and the early simplicity of Art Deco. Also available as a flush mount, its clean geometric sha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Brass
Midcentury Brass Floral Chandeliers in the Style of Emil Stejnar, Europe, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Almelo, NL
Midcentury brass floral chandeliers in the style of Emil Stejnar. ( 12 x on stock ).
Made of brass with stylish floral glass disc glass ligh...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Wooden STACKED Illuminated Hanging Bell-Shaped Sculpture, "Squat", Customizable
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The STACKED cylindrical bell-shaped Illuminated Sculpture shown here is made of salvaged Maple. All hanging illuminated sculptures are hand-built custom per your specifications. Larg...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Marble, Metal, Brass, Steel, Sheet Metal
1970s Industrial Copper, Polished Brass and Glass Flameproof Edison Tube Light
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Reclaimed vintage industrial Korean flameproof strip light made by Daeyang in the 1970s with copper veneer finishing.
Original item salvaged from supertankers and military vessels ...
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Late 20th Century Korean Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Copper
SS03 Pendant Light Ø80cm/31.5in, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
A versatile direct overhead light. In its larger size, Simple Shade 03 makes an elegant centre piece for social spaces. SS03 is perfect suspended low for lighting intimate spaces.
E...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Concrete and Bamboo Ceiling Light 'Shang'
By Bentu Design
Located in Paris, FR
'Shang' concrete and bamboo lighting designed by Cantonese studio Bentu Design
Dimensions: Ø22 x 24 cm
Cord: 2 Meter black
Light source: E27 LED 3W 100-240V 80Ra 200LM 2700K
Bentu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Concrete
Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in Red
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1965' pendant lamp in red. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforated brass metal shade with white interio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Daniel Becker 'Emily 5' Chandelier in Anthracite for Moss Objects
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Daniel Becker 'Emily 5' chandelier in anthracite for Moss Objects. Designed by Berlin luminary Daniel Becker and handmade to order using mid-century manu...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
SERENE Scandinavian Modern White Wood 19" Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic, Wood, Bentwood
Pair of Sconces Pivot Shade Stilnovo Style, Twin Bulb, Jbox, Solid Brass Patina
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Colors available are sage, ivory and matte black. The two shades can be made in different colors. See other chandeliers in my storefront for matching possibilities.
The inside of the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Metal
Gigantic Murano Blown Ceiling Fixture
Located in Westport, CT
Blown in a soft gold toned color this lovely extra large dome shaped ceiling fixture with finial is illuminated with 5 medium base lights, non UL
please note weight of 36 lbs
Origi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Set of Brass Pendants with a Solid Glass Lens, Netherlands, 1970s
Located in Echt, NL
Set of two Impressive pendants in excellent condition.
The pendants are made of brass and are decorated with solid brass rings.
On the bottom three brass screws hold a heavy solid ...
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Rose
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in rose. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling design in the Louis Poulsen's portfolio. The PH 5's painted metal shades brilliantly distribute light to create glare–free illumination. Executed in spun aluminium shades...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall.
Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished brass patina, straight from the workshop. Also available in three standard finishes: Satin brass, Aged Brass, Antique Brass; and also painted or powder coated finishes. Glass globe comes in matte or gloss white. Overall drop height can be to your specifications.
This listing is for the 12" diameter, also available in a 20" diameter, please see our other Large Sasco...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
6-foot Pendant Light in Black Walnut with Brass Fixtures by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
It’s believed that ancient Egyptians may have had the technology to harness electricity and create light thousands of years ago. This technology is referred to as the light of the Dendera Temple. This customizable pendant light...
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2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Late 20th Century Brass Explosion Proof Pendant Brass Shade and Glass Dome
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Solid brass explosion proof pendant.
Cast brass and glass. Sold without chain and s-hook. This excellent example of an original explosion proo...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Very Fine Hand Carved Wooden Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine hand carved wooden chandelier. Great carving work.
France, circa 1900. 4 lights.
Dimensions: Height 37" (can be shortened) ...
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Early 1900s French Neoclassical Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood
Flush Mount Light 2 - Vrksa Series by Raka Studio in Ash Wood
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Flush Mount Light 2 sits closely on the ceiling, it has been made using solid ash wood by bending the wood. Three cocoon-like wooden structures bear the light bulbs, dispelling l...
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2010s Pakistani Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ash, Bentwood
1950s French Milk Glass & Brass Hanging Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Milk glass and brass hanging light fixture. French, circa 1950. A French glass shade suspended from brass rods.
Glass shade measures 19" in ...
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1950s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
SERENE Scandinavian Design Limited Edition Cypress Wood 27" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Organic Material, Hardwood, Cypress, Acrylic, Wood, Bentwood
Florian Schulz Double Counter Balance Pendants
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic double counter balance pendants by Florian Schulz. Two brass pendants suspended with their own brass ball counter balance. One canopy ...
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2010s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Style Multi Globe Chrome and Smoked Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A three globe light fixture suspended from a main ceiling plate. New production and made to order in the USA.
Height of globes is adjustable. Newly ...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Orbitale Planetario Brass 8 Rotating Arms Chandelier, Featured for Dining Table
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Sculptural bespoke chandelier with the best light output for dining table, conference table or any wide working table.
This chandelie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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.
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Celebrate Spring Year-Round with This Lush Murano-Glass Chandelier
Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.
In London, Eva Menz Creates Artisanal Lighting with Theatrical Flair
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A Tale of Two Sputnik Chandeliers
This pair of iconic 20th-century light fixtures with the same name have two very different backgrounds.
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The Canadian couple combines poetry and simplicity in their elegant designs.
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