Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Creator: Palwa
Palwa 22" Snowball Chandelier Crystal & Nickel, Germany 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Glamorous snowball chandelier with crystal glass shades and a high quality nickel base. Chandelier illuminates beautifully and offers a lot of light. Gem from the time. With this lig...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Metal, Nickel
Signed Palwa Mid-Century Chandelier Gilt Brass Crystal Glass 1960 Op Art Pop Art
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Gilt brass metal and crystal glass chandelier made by Palwa, Germany circa 1960-1970. The chain-hanging length-adjustable pendant lamp has a gilt brass metal construction in Op Art Pop Art Look with beveled crystals glass discs within rings and is signed with the still remaining Palwa company paper label in the canopy. It takes one E27 European standard screw bulb to illuminate, we recommend LED bulbs which produce no heat. The wiring is perfect so it is fine working and ready to use. The total length is 67 cm / 26.38 inches, chain length 17 cm / 6.69 inches, body height 34 cm / 13.39 inches and the width is 17 cm / 6.69 inches. The beautiful chandelier stays in very good original vintage condition, minor wear consistent with age and use. Typical for German first class lighting...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
Crystal Glass "Palwa" Chandelier Around 1970s
By Palme & Walter, Palwa
Located in Wien, AT
Crystal Glass Palwa chandelier around 1970s
Original condition.
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Very Huge Jewel Chandelier Designed by Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Exclusive pendant chandelier by Palwa, Germany. Made of a gilded 24-karat plated brass frame and faceted crystals.
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
Signed Fine Large Palwa Chandelier Gilt Brass Faceted Crystal Glass 1960 Lobmeyr
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Fine large gilt brass and crystal glass chandelier made by Palwa, Germany, circa 1960. Signed with the company label Palwa inside the canopy the chain-hanging length-adjustable chand...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Petite Delicate Gilt Brass Cut-Glass Flower Flush Mount by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
Petite Delicate floral Flush mount with crystal glass and gilded brass parts made by Palwa, Germany, 1970s. Featuring a multitude of crystal glass flow...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1960 Germany Palwa Chandelier Murano Glass Teardrops & Gilt-Brass
By Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant chandelier with a gold-plated brass frame and Murano glass teardrops. These lamps have an incomparable unique character. A touch of luxury fills the room.
Manufacturer: Palw...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Petite Delicate Gilt Brass Cut-Glass Flower Flush Mount by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
Delicate floral Flush mount light with crystal glass and gilded brass parts made by Palwa, Germany, 1970s. Featuring a multitude of crystal gl...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Palwa Gold Brass Crystal Glass Chandelier, Germany, 1960
By Palwa
Located in Vienna, AT
Large 20" crystal glass encrusted gilt brass chandelier, Germany 1960
Very well preserved chandelier, handcrafted, consisting of gilded brass with crystal glass varying in size. I...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Palwa Chandeliers Lamps Set of 3 Petite Gold Brass Glass Refurbished, 1960
By Palwa
Located in Vienna, AT
1 of 3 Palwa 15" chandeliers Palwa in fully refurbished condition,1960-1970- Sold and priced per piece
Petite gold brass glass chandeliers fully refurbished. Charming 15" gold-pla...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Spectacular Backlit Mirror Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass by Palwa, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high quality gilded wall mirror by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s
It is made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame decorated with hundreds of cut crystal gla...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Palwa Germany Six Candlestick Brass Pendant with Clear Austrian Crystals
By Palwa
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Palwa of Germany gilt brass and austrian clear crystal hanging pendant, 1960s. Featuring a round gilt brass ring with six candlesticks and three level...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Large Gilt Brass and Crystal Chandelier, by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high-quality gilded chandelier or pendant light fixture by Palwa, Germany, 1970s.
It is made of a brass frame decorated with individual "jewel" like crystals. Mult...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Encrusted Chandeliers by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high-quality gilded chandelier/pendant light fixture by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s
It is made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame decorated with hund...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Petite Brass and Crystal Glass Pendant by Sische, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful petite and high-quality gilded chandelier/pendant light fixture by Sische, Germany, 1970s
It is made of a brass frame decorated with 4 crystal glasses.
The lamp takes...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Palwa Gold Brass Crystal Glass Lamp Chandelier, Germany, 1960
By Palwa
Located in Vienna, AT
Large crystal glass encrusted gilt brass chandelier, Germany 1960
Very well preserved large 25.6" chandelier, handcrafted, consisting of gilded brass rings and cages encrusted with crystal glass varying in size and form. It holds 11 bulbs each (3x e14 with 40W max), 7 with e26/27 with 60W max). It is in excellent condition and has been professionally cleaned, the main cord has been rewired. We can customize the length if required. Provenance: It derives from an estate (villa) in Vienna.
Dimensions are: 25.6" (diameter) 19.5" height (chandelier only...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
1/2 Spectacular Backlit Mirror Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass by Palwa, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high quality gilded wall mirror by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s
It is made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame decorated with hundreds of cut crystal gla...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Gorgeous Mid Century Sputnik Chandelier or Pendant Lamp Dandelion by Palwa 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Munich, DE
Exceptional and elegant Mid-Century Modern Sputnik chandelier or pendant lamp 'Dandelion'. Designed and manufactured by Palwa, Germany, 1960s-1970s.
Executed in 52 x large diamond ...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
Huge Crystal and Gilt Brass Chandelier by Palwa, circa 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Huge mid - century brutalist style gilt brass and crystal chandelier by Palwa, Germany, circa 1960s.
Socket: x e14 for standard screw bulbs.
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
1960s Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Amsterdam, NH
This special and stunning chandelier by Palwa has handcrafted gilt brass rings encrusted with crystal glass, circa 1960s. It holds nine E14 lightbulbs.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Crystal Glass and Gilt Brass Seven-Light Chandelier by Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Barntrup, DE
This impressive seven-tier chandelier by Palwa, manufacturer Palme & Walter, Germany, 1960s, features a gilded brass frame with 208 (+3 reserve) teardrop-shaped crystal glass prisms ...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
1960 Germany Ernst Palme Floral Flush Mount Chandelier Glass & Brass
By Ernst Palme, Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant flush mount chandelier with overlapping clear crystal glass flowers on a golden brass frame. Rare design. Chandelier illuminates beautifully and offers a lot of light. Gem fr...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Palwa Chandelier or Pendant Light, Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass, 1960s
By Palwa, Palme & Walter
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A gorgeous and high quality gold-plated brass chandelier or pendant light by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960. Hundreds of gilded brass rings with cut-glass crystals in different sizes. A round textured glass disc is mounted at the bottom to cover the bulb fittings and to create a fantastic light effect. An awesome hollywood regency light fixture...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Elegant Gold Plated Brass and Crystal Chandelier, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in New York, NY
Chandelier in gold-plated brass with suspended crystals, frame made in Germany for Palwa, Germany 1960's (sticker on frame says "Made in Germany"). A glamourous accent for any room.
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Gilt Brass and Crystal Chandelier, Sciolari Design by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high quality gilded chandelier or pendant light fixture by Palwa -Design Sciolari, Germany, 1970s.
It is made of a 24 carat gold-plated brass frame decorated with ...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Large Palwa Flushmount Chandelier Gilt Brass Flower Bouquet Crystal Glass, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
This is no.2 of 3 available.
Large round gilt brass metal crystal glass floral flush mount chandelier made by Palwa, Germany, circa 1960-1970, documented in the Palwa sales catalog, ...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Brass and Crystal Chandelier, Sciolari Design by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high-quality gilded chandelier or pendant light fixture by Palwa -Design Sciolari, Germany, 1970s.
It is made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame decorated with in...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
1960's Gilted Brass & Cut Crystal Glass by Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Amsterdam, NH
An elegant chandelier by Palwa made in Germany in the 1960s. Multiple gilded brass tier design and asymmetrical cylinders, with cut crystal pendants with beaded...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 2 Impressive Large Gilt Brass and Crystal Chandelier- Palwa -Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 2 stunning chandeliers by Palwa (Palme and Walter), Germany, manufactured in the 1960s. Each chandelier is composed of jewel-like glass pieces and brass plates with a Brutalist...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Huge Gilt Brass and Crystal Chandelier, Sciolari Design by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high quality gilded chandelier or pendant light fixture by Palwa -Design Sciolari, Germany, 1970s.
It is made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame. Large size of cr...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Large Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning chandelier by Palwa (Palme and Walter), Germany, manufactured in 1960s. It’s composed of jewel-like glass pieces and brass plates with a Brutalist relief.
High quality ...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Gilt Brass Facet Cut Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa, 1970s, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern chandelier or pendant lamp. Manufactured by Palwa, 1970s, Germany.
Executed in gilt brass, facet cut crysta...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Spectacular Backlit Mirror Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass by Palwa, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high quality gilded wall mirror by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s
It is made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame decorated with hundreds of cut crystal g...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Palwa Sunburst Gilt Metal Flush Mount, 1970, Austria
By Christoph Palme, Palwa
Located in Bronx, NY
Palwa sunburst gilt metal flush mount with 10 candelabra sockets illuminating the glass pieces.
Austria 1970.
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Delicate Gilt Brass Crystal-Glass Flower Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
Delicate floral chandelier with crystal glass and gilded brass parts made by Palwa, Germany, 1970s. Featuring a multitude of crystal glass flowers...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Hotel Ballroom "Snowball" Sputnik Palwa Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This stunning large and glamorous chandelier came from the Ball Room of the Hotel Deutscher Hof, in Nuremberg, Germany. It is in very good condition and requires fourteen European E1...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Huge Brass and Crystal Flush Mount Light, Designed by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high-quality brass Flush mount light by Palwa, Germany, 1970s.
It is made of a brass frame and many crystals. Great scale and exquisite detail. Handmade.
The lamp...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Palwa Sunburst Gilt Metal Flush Mount, 1970, Austria
By Christoph Palme, Palwa
Located in Bronx, NY
Palwa sunburst gilt metal flush mount with 10 candelabra sockets illuminating the clear crystal glass pieces.
Austria 1970.
Two available.
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Gilt Brass and Crystal Chandelier, Sciolari Design by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high quality gilded chandelier or pendant light fixture by Palwa -Design Sciolari, Germany, 1970s.
It is made of a 24 carat gold-plated brass frame decorated with ...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Brass and Crystal Chandelier, Sciolari Design by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high-quality gilded chandelier or pendant light fixture by Palwa -Design Sciolari, Germany, 1970s.
It is made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame decorated with in...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Encrusted Chandeliers by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high-quality gilded chandelier/pendant light fixture by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s
It is made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame decorated with hund...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Palwa 18" Sunburst Ball Chandelier Crystal & Gold-Plated Brass, Germany 1960s
By Christoph Palme, Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Enchanting sunburst ball chandelier with sparkling stars for infinity. Swarovski crystals placed on gold-plated sun rays explode between pulsating sun discs studded with crystals of ...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Gold Plate
Petite Delicate Gilt Brass Cut-Glass Flower Flush Mount by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
Delicate floral chandelier with crystal glass and gilded brass parts made by Palwa, Germany, 1970s. Featuring a multitude of crystal glass flowers.
Measures: Diameter 24" x 61 cm
S...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Brass and Crystal Pendant Light, Designed by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high-quality brass chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1970s.
It is made of a brass frame and many crystals. Great scale and exquisite detail.
The lamp takes 6 x E14 (s...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1 (of 2) 1960 Germany Palwa Chandelier Glass Rods & Gilt Brass
By Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant gilt-brass and smoked crystal glass rods pendant lamp designed by Christoph Palme. Chandelier illuminates beautifully and offers a lot of light. Manufactured by Palwa (Palme ...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Large Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning chandelier by Palwa (Palme and Walter), Germany, manufactured in 1960s. It’s composed of jewel-like glass pieces and brass plates with a Brutalist relief.
High quality ...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Signed Palwa Chandelier Gilt Brass Murano Crystal Glass Drops 1960s Venini Style
By Palwa
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Gilt brass metal and crystal glass chandelier made by Palwa, Germany, circa 1960-1970. The chain-hanging length-adjustable chandelier has a gilt brass metal construction with lots of...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Metal
Petite Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Encrusted Chandelier by Palwa, Germany 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful petite and high-quality gilded chandelier/pendant light fixture by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s
It is made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame decorated wi...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Gold Plate
Palwa Golden Brass and Crystal Chandelier, circa 1960
By Palwa
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare rectangular chandelier from brass and glass by Palwa, Germany
Delicate ceiling light in good, refurbished condition (it has been professionally cleaned, rewired) and holds 4 ...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Encrusted Chandeliers by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high-quality gilded chandelier/pendant light fixture by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s
It is made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame decorated with hund...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Large Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning chandelier by Palwa (Palme and Walter), Germany, manufactured in 1960s. It’s composed of jewel-like glass pieces and brass plates with a Brutalist relief.
High quality ...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Petite Gilded Brass Pendants, Sciolari Design for Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful pair of Palwa pendant lights in very good condition- Sciolari design for Palwa (Palme and Walter), Germany, manufactured in 1970s. It’s composed of oval glass "lens" elemen...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Palwa Chandelier Golden Brass and Crystal Column Ceiling Lamp, 1960
By Palwa
Located in Vienna, AT
One of a kind 49" column light from brass and glass, Palwa, Germany
Delicate and rare column style ceiling light by Palwa, Germany. This fixture has been handcrafted and has a dr...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Petite Gilded Brass Pendants, Sciolari Design for Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful pair of Palwa pendant lights in very good condition- Sciolari design for Palwa (Palme and Walter), Germany, manufactured in 1970s. It’s composed of oval glass "lens" elemen...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Delicate Gilt Brass Cut-Glass Flower Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
Delicate floral chandelier with crystal glass and gilded brass parts made by Palwa, Germany, 1970s. Featuring a multitude of crystal glass flowers.
Measures: Diameter 24" x 61 cm
S...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Large Brass and Crystal Glass Pendant by Sische, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful large and high-quality gilded chandelier/pendant light fixture by Sische, Germany, 1970s
It is made of a brass frame decorated with 8 crystal glasses.
The lamp takes ...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Large Gold Palwa Gilt Brass and Crystal Chandelier, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage 1970s chandelier by Palwa, Germany. Six-tiered crystals and gilt brass.
Lit by 8 bulbs, mint condition.
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960s Palwa Six-Light Crystal Cut-Glass and Gilt Brass Chandelier
By Palwa
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Elegant chandelier with jewel-like crystal glass and gilt brass rings by Palwa. 40 large round crystal glass ornaments and 5 small glass ones ar...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Mid-century Modern chandeliers and pendants for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern chandeliers and pendants for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chandeliers and pendants created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern chandeliers and pendants made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chandeliers and pendants, popular names associated with this style include Fabio Ltd, J.T. Kalmar, Gaetano Sciolari, and Kalmar Lighting. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
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