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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Large Adjustable Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful brushed nickel pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The lighting effect of the lamp is extremely beautiful.
The design and the special lampshade create a very noble and pleasa...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Murano Glass Ceiling Lamp 6-Lights Barovier & Toso 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Murano glass ceiling lamp 6-lights Barovier & Toso 1980s
Good condition, intact glass, gold metal structure.
Diameter 75 cm.
We guarantee fast and insured shipping with adequate pac...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of French Golden Crystal Orb Pendants
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful pair of 1960s French golden solid polished brass round disc fixture with 16 solid glass orbs. Five-light sources which emit light downward through the glass as well as u...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Uhura large Brass 2 Arm Chandelier with movable arms and rotatable light shades
Located in London, GB
The Uhura II pendant is designed by Andrew in the Mid-Century modern style and made exclusively for Andrew Kornat Designs by an historic Spanish Lighting manufacturer with over 100 y...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
‘Atlantis’ Black Nickel Chain Chandelier by Barlas Baylar for Terzani
Located in Glasgow, GB
Designed by Barlas Baylar for Terzani, the Atlantis chandelier is an iconic example of contemporary designer lighting. This sculptural chandelier is composed of hundreds of meters of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Carlo Nason Italian Mid-Century Murano Rainbow Glass Chandelier for Mazzega 70s
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Carlo Nason Italian Mid-Century Murano Rainbow Glass Chandelier for Mazzega, 70s
Magnificent, original true vintage chandelier (no reproduction or new production) designed from Carl...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Antique French Art Nouveau Green Glass and Wrought Iron Pendant Light, ca 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Antique French Art Nouveau Green Glass and Wrought Iron Pendant Light, ca. 1920.
Add a timeless touch of elegance to your interior with this Antique French Art Nouveau Pendant Light...
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1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Classic Pink Murano Chandelier Tronchi
Located in Bromma, SE
Elegant, Bold Pink Murano Chandelier. Tubular Tronchi Formed Glass Prisms in Traditional Italian Mid-Century Style.
The murano fixture is composed of 36 Glass Elements in the size of...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Willow 19, Blown Glass with Metal Dome Pendant Foyer Chandelier by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The center orb of each Kadur pendant is filled with drizzled glass fibers, which are then encased within a pristine, outer glass sphere.
Whether you want individual pendants, or a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Beige Losange Cocoon Pendant Light by Castiglioni, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular mid-century losange shaped cocoon pendant with stunning beige even patina. This unique chandelier was designed by Achille Castiglioni in Italy in the 1960s.
In amazing ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green color
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor polished nickel supports 80 large green glass tubes in a star shape.
Weight about ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Professional Large Sphere Disco Ball Mirror Mosaic with Rotor 80s 50 cm Diameter
Located in Palermo, IT
Professional Large Sphere Disco Ball Mirror Mosaic with Rotor 80s
Never used, still in its original packaging.
Excellent condition.
Immediate shipping with adequate and insured packa...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
XLCrystal Glass Uplight by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and very large ceiling lamp from the 1950s.
The lamp with its crystal glass blossoms has a very luxurious appearance and sparkles beautifully.
The design and materials used...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
This lamp works with E27 light bulbs.
Wired and suitable to use with 220V and 110V f...
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1940s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Reeded Pink Coloured Glass & Brass Pendant Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French pink colored glass pendant lamp with brass top
Weight : 0.70 kg / 1.5 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incande...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Unique Arts & Crafts Hammered Brass & Opaline Glass Mosaic Pendant Light, 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
Brass and glass chunks Arts & Crafts chandelier with original chain & canopy.
A stunning handcrafted Arts & Crafts pendant light from the 1920s featuring a hammered brass frame with a suspended opaline glass mosaic bowl. The opaline glass tiles are individually cut and set in a leaded grid structure, creating a warm and ethereal glow when illuminated. Suspended by three patinated brass chains from a circular canopy, this piece blends craftsmanship and functionality.
The fixture has been professionally rewired and is fully functional, ready for installation. A unique conversation piece, ideal for entryways, bedrooms, or atmospheric corners in both traditional and modern interiors.
This unique pendant / antique light fixture will bring the kind of pure and handcrafted class and beauty that you don't find anymore in this day and age. Thanks to the hook above the large brass canopy, mounting this stylish and rare ceiling lamp is child's play.
Mind you, our price for this rare Arts and Crafts ceiling lamp even includes perfect packing and also free delivery from our store to your door in just 4 to 6 days. No matter where you live on our beautiful planet.
Maximum height x diameter: 19 x 9.5 inches.
Height without the chain and canopy: 6.5 inches.
*Excellent vintage condition with minor signs of age and wear consistent with its period. One-of-a-kind patina on brass.
We are driven by a passion for uniqueness, timeless, quality, stylish design, and the enduring craftsmanship of the past. Every purchase is carefully and thoughtfully packed — and we look forward to serving you (again).
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Early 20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Wire
Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Crystal Chandelier "Palme Shanghai" Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Magnificent chandelier in solid casted brass. Extraordinary elaborate finishes. Rich hangings with hand-cut crystal glasses. Surface either brass, patinated, chrome et cetera.
Origin...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Brutalist Hand-Forged Iron Candle Chandelier, France 1950s, Sculptural Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Brutalist all-handcrafted and angular design candle pendant light.
Looking for that perfect design piece that marries warmth and sculptural purit...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Venetian Lantern Mid-Century Murano Glass Blown Caged, 1940s
Located in Palermo, IT
Venetian Lantern Mid-Century Murano Glass Blown Caged, 1940s
Handcrafted by Murano glass masters. Inside the glass you can see small air bubbles that testify to its authenticity.
Goo...
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1940s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1920s Art Deco white opaline glass pendant light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920s Art Deco white opaline glass pendant light
Brass top, 2 meter black wire
Weight 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by internationa...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian vintage Murano chandelier - 41 orange glasses.
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 41 glass petals (transparent and orange) in a golden painted metal frame. This chandelier is a unique piece, glass created for this uni...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Spanish Crown Sunburst fixture XXL in Gilt Metal and frost Glass , circa 1950
Located in La xara, VC
Large Spanish crown light in gilt metal and frosted glass, Spain, 1950s. Midcentury antique gilt iron frame or pendant with laurel leaf motifs surrounding a central frosted glass dif...
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1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.75"H x 19.0"W x 19.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 1.0"
Dimensions of C...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hollywood Regency Style Gilt Metal and White Frosted Glass Flower Chandelier
Located in Barntrup, DE
Hollywood Regency Style Gilt Metal and White Frosted Glass Flower Chandelier, Italy, circa 1979-1980s
This elegant Hollywood Regency-style chandelier, dating to the late 1970s (circa...
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1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large & Perfectly Balanced Antique Hand Crafted Alabaster Pendant Light, Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and large 19.8 inches in diameter Neoclassical Alabaster 3-light chandelier hand-carved masterpiece, ca. 1920
Thanks to its impressive size and timeless neoclassical form, ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze, Wire
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.0"H x 25.0"W x 25.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 24.0"
Dimensions of Cano...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large ceiling light by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Long Island City, NY
8 lights ceiling light designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd, Sweden. Model T 261/8. Circa 1970th.
Polished brass. Newly rewired with UL Certification.
Some scratches, few bra...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco pendant light in the Sabino style
Located in NANTES, FR
Art deco pendant light circa 1930.
Pressed molded opalescent glass cup.
Decorated with dragonflies and flowers.
Bronze and nickel-plated brass frame.
Electrified 110 V, 1 light, E14 ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
French “Clichy” Grey Beige Reeded Glass Pendant Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” grey beige coloured reeded glass pendant lamp
2 meter black cotton flex
E14 bulb holder
Weight : 0.80 kg / 1.8 lb
E14 bulb holder. Priced per individual item. All ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Opal Glass Ceiling Lamp by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant Italian ceiling lamp by Stilnovo from the 1960s is a stunning example of mid-century modern design. The centerpiece is a beautifully crafted opaline glass shade, accente...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
German Mid-Century "Cocoon" Flower Chandelier by Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and pretty Flower German "Cocoon" Chandelier. This Chandelier was designed and manufactured during the 1960s in Germany by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten.
This Chandelier...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Murano Glass Ceiling Lights, in the Style of Barovier & Toso 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Murano Glass Ceiling Lights, in the style of Barovier & Toso 1980s
Each has two E27 lamps.
Intact glass.
Metal structures.
Found in an apartment in my city, Palermo.
We gua...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Chandelier by Lamperti Production Italy 1960
By Lamperti
Located in Palermo, IT
The elegance of this chandelier is the right word. Stunning and of considerable size. Brass structure with six glass balls. The peculiarity is the pearl effect that the glass balls h...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large brown Murano glass chandelier
By Seguso
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern brown Murano glass chandelier, attributed to Seguso, Italy 1980s
The large chandelier is made of transparent brown handmade Murano glass with gold plated mounts.
T...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage French Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French carved alabaster light fixture with 3 lights.
Measurements:
Drop: 22"
Diameter: 15.5"
Depth of bowl: 7"
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1920s Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Art Deco Chandelier 5-armed with Ball Shaped Shades by Fog & Mørup Denmark 1930s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Art Deco 5-armed chandelier manufactured by the Danish Lamp company Fog & Mørup in Copenhagen in the 1930s.
The frame is made of shiny chromium plated metal with five ball shaped sha...
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1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Fish Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Fish pendant lamp made of wicker.
A wonderfully playful design. A lamp with character, literally. The wicker body of the lamp forms a fish body with its mouth wide open. Inside is a...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker, Plastic
Stunning Large Murano Glass Petals Chandelier Italy, 1980s
By Mazzega
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning Murano glass petals chandelier in style of Mazzega, Italy, manufactured in the 1980s.
The chandelier is composed of many thick textured glass elements attached to a brass...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Tyrolean Mountaineer Pendant Lamp with Lantern
Located in Hannover, DE
While searching for something special, I came across this hanging lamp, and I just knew it was the perfect addition to my space. The mountaineer, lovingly hand-carved from linden woo...
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1980s German Black Forest Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Softwood
Pair of STAR30 Rock Crystal Chandeliers by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of finely carved star form rock crystal chandeliers with polished brass finish frames. Created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Height adjustable.
Each fixture has installed 2 candelab...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rock Crystal
Italian Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Blue and Gilt Metal, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern blue metal and golden sunburst flush mount pendant light. Italy, 1950s.
This eye-catching ceiling lamp features a blue metal shade surrounded by gilt metal thick r...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Sunburst Foliage Floral Ceiling Light Fixture / Chandelier
By Ferro Art
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding spanish foliage floral sunburst flush mount ceiling light in gilt iron, Ferro Art, 1950s
To be used as ceiling light fixture or as chandelier / pendant light adding a cha...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron
Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Brass Pendant Kitchen Task Lamp Light
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Frill Pendant Light – A
An early French glass coolie pendant light. The conical milk glass shade has been hand spun from opaque glass with a clear f...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Spanish Rattan Flower Shaped Large Pendant Hanging Light / Lantern
Located in Barcelona, ES
Flower Shaped Rattan Ceiling Pendant, Large Size. Spain, 1960s
This large pendant has an eye-catching flower design featuring 4 layered rattan petals joining between them as a flower...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Cane, Rattan
French Reeded Pink Coloured Glass & Brass Pendant Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French pink coloured glass pendant lamp with brass top
Weight : 0.90 kg / 2 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incandes...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Houston, TX
1950s Paavo Tynell brass and opaline glass chandelier featuring five floral-shaped arms and leaves. Specs: Eight medium size sockets, five in the arms and three in the glass bowl. 5"...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large & Marvelous Shape Austria Kalmar Chandelier Iced Murano Glass & Nickel
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Lisse, NL
Large Mid-Century Kalmar Chandelier with Iced Murano Glass and Nickel, Austria/Italy, 1960s.
This stunning Mid-Century chandelier, attributed to Kalmar, is a rare find from the 1960...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel, Wire
Antique French Holophane Prismatic Glass Pendant Street Light, c.1930
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An elegantly formed Holophane street light, made in France. c.1930.
Spun copper lamp body above rippled glass shade and internal reflector. Converted to use as a pendant. Some den...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Carlo Nason Torpedo Glass Chandelier Mazzega, Italy, 1960
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Vienna, AT
Carlo Nason iridescent Torpedo glass chandelier for Mazzega, Italy, 1960
Very scarce Carlo Nason light with almost 20 inches in diameter in refurbished condition. The original creme...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Elhå Belysning, Pendant Light, Metal, Parchment Paper, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-lacquered metal and brown parchment paper "Liberty" pendant light attributed Elhå Belysning, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 37.625"H x 15.0"W x 15.0"D
Stem ...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Rare 1930s industrial Bauhaus KG Pendant Lamps by K.G. Lindesvärd
Located in Forserum, SE
A pair of large Bauhaus-style "KG" pendant lamps, model 3611, developed between 1934–1936 by Karl Gustaf Lindesvärd for the Swedish manufacturer Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik....
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1930s Swedish Bauhaus Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
French Art Deco Lustre Alabaster Ceiling Pendant Chandelier, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Deco alabaster chandelier or lustre, French
However the electrification has been redone, all is original, even the porcelain socket.
1930
As you can see staples were used to sol...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Antique Holophane 'Excellite' French Prismatic Glass Pendant Lamp, C.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An incredibly stylish pair of prismatic glass pendant lights made in France by Holophane. c.1920
Modelled as the 'Excellite', this shape of lamp from Holophane came in lots of diffe...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Modernist Hand-Blown Murano 7-Tier Textural Disc Chandelier in Mixed Aquamarine
Located in New York, NY
This striking chandelier features seven tiers of hand-blown Murano glass discs, each crafted with a variety of intricate textural finishes. Some discs feature indentations reminiscen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.5"H x 21.0"W x 21.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 8.5"
Chain/rod can be...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Alhambra 1A Milk Glass with Brass Patina, Granada Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
These glass lanterns are made in a generations-old workshop in Granada, Spain. Each pendant light is hand forged, and reflects the influence of Moorish design that can be observed th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Pure Art Deco and Perfect Size, Multi Layered Alabaster Ceiling Light / Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and very stylish, top condition and warm color alabaster 3-light pendant of great quality and design.
This rare Art Deco fixture from the heydays of the European Art Deco era i...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Bronze, Brass
Italian vintage Murano chandelier - 52 crystal glass petals
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 52 clear glass petal, brass plated metal structure. The glasses are very high quality, the photos do not do the beauty, luster of thes...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
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.
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