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 celebrated 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.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. 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
Modern 2-Tier Catalonia Fixture in Enamel and Brass by Blueprint Lighting, NYC
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted by Blueprint Lighting, the 2-tier Catalonia is a more compact version of our wildly popular Catalonia chandelier, perfectly suited for...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Nickel, Enamel, Bronze, Brass, Aluminum
Pleated Cream White Pendant by Schiøler for Høyrup, 1960
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern pleated acrylic pendant in a cream white color with cream top and bottom. Designed by Lars Eiler Schiøler in 1960 for Hoy...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Plastic, Acrylic
Patinated Brass Uplight Bowl Chandelier Pendant Light by J.T. Kalmar, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large polished brass bowl up light chandelier / pendant light by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
The fixture is made of so...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Blue Murano glass chandelier, Italy
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid century modern five-tier transparent blue Murano glass chandelier, by Mazzega, Italy, 1980s.
The light blue Murano glass chandelier is made of delicate handmade petal glasses, an...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Pair Italian Murano Disc Chandelier
By Vistosi
Located in Budapest, HU
Pair Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. Each chandelier has 36 fantastic multicolored alabaster iridescent glasses in a nickel metal frame.
Period: late XX century
Dimensions: 44,50...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and beige glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 16.0"H x 6.5"W x 6.5"D
Stem Length (inches): 9”
Chain/rod can be adju...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pendant lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega.
Four crystal clear and smoked leaves compose this beautiful piece made in thick handma...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Beautiful Vintage Italian Murano chandelier
By Vistosi
Located in Budapest, HU
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The chandelier has 36 fantastic multicolored alabaster iridescent glasses in a nickel metal frame.
Period: late XX century
Dimensi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Art Glass, Murano Glass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano glass pendants
By Cenedese
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Murano glass Mid-Century Modern pendant lights, Italy circa 2000s.
The Italian chandeliers are made of beige, terracotta and green-blue Murano glass elements.
The central rod...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Rattan Bell Pendants Lights / Hanging Lamps in White Patina, 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
White Painted Rattan Bell Pendants / Lanterns, Pair
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Spanish modernist rattan suspension lamps with bell shaped shades, Spai...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Scarce early/ original George Nelson Hanging "Cigar Bubble Lamp -
Located in Buffalo, NY
Original ,Vintage,, NOT NEW REPRODUCTION! .Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Bubble light will add a touch of softness and luminosity to any interior! Delightful cigar shape hanging p...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Cocoon Hanging Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Resin and metal Hanging lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos in 1960s. Maximum height with cable: 77 cm. Good condition. Wear due to time and age of the lamp.
FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST U...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Rare Erik Hoglund Large Iron and Glass Chandelier, Sweden, circa 1970s
By Erik Höglund
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A large rare mid-century 12 -arm wrought iron and clear glass chandelier by Erik Hoglund for Costa Boda, Sweden, circa 1970s.
Height: (light fixture only) - 41.33 inches
Totaly heig...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Iron
Mid-century Modern Italian Murano Glass and Brass Palmette Chandelier
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Large mid-century Murano glass palmette chandelier, Barovier and Toso style, Italy 1990s. The chandelier consists of a gold and brass painted metal frame, green and clear Murano glas...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Verner Panton Attributed Mid-Century Multi-Tiered Capiz Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning, cascading, extra large capiz shell chandelier with wooden canopy. In the style of Danish design icon Verner Panton but with an individual and distinct beauty that sets it i...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Shell, Wood
Leather Pendant Light in Berry, Capa II, Talabartero Collection Saddle Lamp
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
The lamps in this collection are inspired by Colombia’s equestrian heritage, layered with a jewel-toned color palette that takes inspiration from the works of
Colombian artist Fernan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Cascading 51" Giogali Amber Murano Chandelier, Angelo Mangiarotti, Vistosi 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Imposing cascading Giogali waterfall chandelier with numerous interlaced clear and amber Murano glasses on a metal frame. The 90 clear and 25 amber Murano glasses can be individually...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Rattan Wicker Pendant, Sweden 1960s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This rattan pendant or suspension light was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1960s. It features a large tulip shaped lampshade, brown fabric cord and a rattan canopy.
The ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
Pair of Mid-Century Opaline and Orange Glass Pendant Lights
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Striking pair of mid-century pendant lights featuring elongated white opaline glass cones paired with bold, transparent orange glass disc shades. These sculptural fixtures cast a wa...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
White Reeded Opaline Glass Pendant Lamps by Philips
By Philips
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Reeded opaline glass pendant light by Philips, The Netherlands
Metal top, 2 meter black wire
Weight 1.00 kg / 2.2 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable b...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1 of 4 Petite Ice Glass Chrome Pendant light by Kaiser, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 4 Petite star-shaped Pendant light by Kaiser, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969. Curved Murano glasses suspended from a fixture.
Sockets: one x E27 standard bulb (max. 100 ...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Murano Glass
Scandinavian Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative ceiling light in opaline glass with chrome metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...
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1950s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome
Grande lampadario con pendagli vetro di Murano fumè, ispirato al mid-century
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Grande lampadario con pendagli in vetro di Murano colore fumè, ispirato al mid-century italiano
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Non siamo semplici rivenditori, ma produttori diretti! Situ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Blown Glass
Kalmar Chandelier or Flush Mount Light Brass Curved Textured Glass, 1960, 1 of 3
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A brass and glass basket light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
Three fixtures are available. The price is...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
French White Opaline Glass Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French opaline glass industrial pendant.
Weight 1.50 kg / 3.3 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incandescent light bul...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass
Italian Midcentury Chandelier "Medusa Jellyfish" with Swirl Glass and Brass
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Midcentury Chandelier "Medusa Jellyfish" with Swirl Glass, 1970s
Gorgeous little pendant light with beautiful swirled Murano glass, Made in Italy in the 1970s.
The lamp's fr...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful bubble glass pendant lamp by Helena Tynell for the Limburg glassworks.
The lamp spreads a spectacular play of light in the room and enchants with its charisma.
Great h...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Impressive Novaresi Murano Petals Chandelier Glass & Brass, Italy 1970s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant Venetian Murano glass petals chandelier with white, semi-transparent glass elements individually suspended on a 5-tiered gold-plated brass frame. Hanging Murano glass element...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Pair Murano Discs Pendants
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This pair of pendants are made with 2 hand blown glass discs. Each disc an LED light source. The post and the canopy are in brass. This design is unique and elegant.
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
12-Arm Chandelier Pendant Light, Brass Cream Fabric Shades, Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic twelve-arm Mid-Century Modern pendant chandelier made of brass with organically curved arms and cream colored pleated fabric shades, manufactured by Rupert Nikoll in Aust...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Molto 3-Arm Ceiling Pendant in Natural Brass + Enameled Mesh, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
The Molto 3-Arm ceiling fixture offers a fresh take on Italian modernism, featuring a spun-metal mesh shade inspired by Mathieu Matégot's signature medium of Rigitulle. At once playful and sophisticated--the Molto is a go-anywhere design!
The fixture can be customized with Blueprint Lighting’s 36 in-house enamel hues for an added pop of color in spaces of every variety, from hospitality to residential. The colors shown are our OLIVINE and CREMA enamels. The metal shown is our NATURAL BRASS but can be customized to any of our 6 metal shades. What will you create?
Dimensions: Shades are 10.5" tall and has an 8" diameter. Shown with a 25" diameter and 33" overall height, but drop height may be specified.
Specs: uses three (3) G9 socket bulbs (halogen-style socket with 2 pins). We recommend G9 LED bulbs in a T4 shape: 5w LED with 60 watt equivalent. Dimmable. Bulbs not included. UL listed. CAD file...
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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Aluminum, Enamel, Brass
Orbitale Brass Chandelier 3 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Twin Shades
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This 3-armed chandelier with twin shades is a versatile and elegant fixture perfect above a kitchen island, over a counter, dining table, or in a living room. The chandelier's three ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Metal, Brass
Gaia, Murano White and Black Mezza Filigrana glass sphere, Piattelli Design
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The Gaia collection introduces a contemporary take on lighting, showcasing glass spheres that breathe new life into the classic Mid-century Murano Mezza Filigrana technique. It provi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 25” H x 12.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.25” H x 3.5” diameter
Co...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Fabric
Brass White Opaline Milk Glass Vintage Industrial Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
White industrial hanging lamp.
Brass and opaline glass.
Weight: 1.20 kg / 2.6 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incand...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Space Age Orange Folding Pendant Lamp by Gunner Jensen, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Foldable Space Age pendant lamp from the 1970s after a design by Gunner Jensen. Here still brand new in the original packaging.
The design is based on the transformation of a two -d...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic
Antique Church Opaline Pendant Light
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Czech Opaline Pendant Light – A
A vintage opaline glass pendant light salvaged from a school in former Czechoslovakia, featuring a lovely moulded decorative shape. The glass which h...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Sunburst Ceiling Lamp in Iron, 1950s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
sunburst ceiling lamp from the 1950s is crafted from iron with a hand-applied golden copper finish. Its radiant design, featuring iron rays emulating sunbursts, is a hallmark of mid-...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Iron
Large D. 19.5Ø & Pure White Alabaster Art Deco Style Flush Mount / Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Timeless and perfectly balanced, Art Deco Style alabaster 3-light ceiling light.
Finding an excellent condition and highly attractive fixture always makes our day. This large size specimen has one of the most attractive alabaster shades and it is very wel balanced too. Combined with a vintage brass...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
French Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, red, black and green-lacquered metal pendant light with counter-weight designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 19” H x 33.5” W x 11“ D
Dime...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modernist Mazzega Murano Glass Leaf Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite mid-century modernist chandelier, crafted by Mazzega, showcases the timeless appeal of Murano glass artistry. Dating back to circa 1970, this Italian chandelier featur...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Murano Glass
Glass and Brass Sputnik Chandelier, Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
Large Mid Century Modern Sputnik chandelier, Italy 1980s.
The Mid Century Sputnik chandelier is made of a polished brass frame and golden yellow plain glass tubes.
The center bottom ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Space Age Globe Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Space Age ball pendant light with different switching modes.
The upper part of the lamp consists of a translucent plastic ball that can be illuminated from the inside. The lowe...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
George Nelson, Bubble Pendant, Steel, Plastic, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A steel and plastic resin "Bubble" pendant light designed by George Nelson and produced by Howard Miller, USA, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 16 ” H x 18.5” Diameter
Dimen...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Steel
Six Arms Brass Chandelier, White Midnight Blue, Pivot Shades, Stilnovo Style
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce
Located in Bochum, NRW
Six arms brass chandelier, pivot shades, Stilnovo style.
Light up and down, pivoting shades to adjust the light distribution in the room. Customizable in colors and dimensions.
Dimen...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Murano glass Chandelier -100 amber Felci glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 100 large amber glass leaves felci plus a glass sphere used as a pink...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Art Glass
Rattan Large Pendant Hanging Light / Lantern, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
A cool handcrafted rattan large ceiling pendant hanging light with chinoiserie accents, Spain, 1960s.
This large lantern has an eye-catching design featuring a semi-spherical rattan ...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Paper
Gaia, Murano Black Mezza Filigrana Tessuto glass sphere, Silvio Piattelli Design
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The Gaia collection consists of lighting spheres that bring back the classic Mid-century Murano pattern called Mezza Filigrana. It provides flexibility, allowing for a variety of gro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Sistema Solare Chandelier, Piattelli Design, Ivory-toned Onyx and Brass, 6-shade
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Unique chandelier, made from thinly-cut pieces of exquisite ivory-toned translucent onyx. Ideal to be hung over a table, with versatile configurations.
Ivory onyx comes from Middle Eastern quarries and has a unique veining. This translucent stone is carefully worked in Italy, and was chosen because of its combination of interesting patterns, high translucency, and the way it makes the light output look warmer.
The 6-shade version is ideal to be hung over an oval dining table.
Our onyx supplier has worked in many high-end architectural projects, and these same materials have been used at the Armani hotel in Milan. When he was shown the chandelier designs, he rose to the challenge and adapted his tooling to make us perfect round discs. He worked hard to find exactly the right thickness that would keep the depth of the texture. It could not be too thick, otherwise it would lose transparency. And too thin, it would look like it was printed.
The result is stunning. The combination of carefully-worked translucent stone and brass works perfectly, and the use of the ingenious Orbitale structure allows the geometry of the chandelier to be played with, and it can be configured in several ways.
There is nothing else like this on the market.
The Sistema collection uses a clever 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.
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Onyx, Brass
Mid Century Beige Murano Glass Pendant Lamp De Majo Murano Venice Italy 1970s
By De Majo
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-century beige murano glass pendant lamp De Majo Murano Venezia Italy 1970s Handblown murano lamp. A handblown lamp is a real work of art. Pendant lamps from this company are very...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Aluminum, Brass
Vintage Italian Murano Chandelier - 36 Alabaster Multicolored Disks
By Vistosi
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The chandelier has 36 fantastic multicolored alabaster iridescent glasses in a nickel metal frame.
Period: late 20th century
Dimen...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Diabolo Kiwi Boho Basket Hanging Lamp in the style of J. T. Kalmar , 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hannover, DE
Warm, soft light streams out of the lamp, which has been carefully handcrafted in the shape of a diabolo. Even fine details such as the canopy are finished with the finest weaving. The age-appropriate patina makes these lights shine and reflects the quality and individuality that cannot be found in modern...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Wicker
Brass Chandelier
Located in München, DE
Extremely beautiful and rare Sputnik chandelier from the 1960s.
The 10 special lampshades spread a pleasant light.
The lamp has a very high quality finish.
Very contemporary design w...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Amazing Murano glass Candelier - 185 turquoise polyhedra
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Elegant Italian pendant light made from 185 Turquoise Murano glasses "poliedri." Structure in gold and brass colored metal.
Period: late xx century
Dimensions: 40.70 inches (105 cm) ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Blown Glass
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier lamp in Vistosi style - 24 disks
By Vistosi
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The chandelier has 24 fantastic Murano multicolored disks in a metal frame.
Period: late XX century
Dimensions: 41,30 inches (105 ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Art Glass
1 of 9 Opal Glass Pendant Lights by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning opal Pendant light designed by Peill & Putzler , Germany, 1970s
Nice Light effect.
Very good condition.
Sockets: One x E27 Standard bulb. ( up to 100 W max).
Light bulbs a...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Opal
White Murano glass chandelier by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Large Mid Century Modern white Murano glass petal chandelier, by Mazzega, Italy 1980s.
The five-tier chandelier is made of a chrome frame and white and clear Murano glass petals.
It ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome
Goffredo Reggiani Orbit Chrome Chandelier with 15 bulbs , Italy 1960s
Located in La xara, VC
Italian entrepreneur, Goffredo Reggiani founded the Reggiani Illuminazione company in the early 1950s. He began production with decorative lamps for which he designed the prototypes....
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome
Austrian Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Brass, Resin, Austria, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, opaline glass and pearl-colored resin pendant light designed and produced in Austria, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 35.5” H x 13” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: ...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Chandelier Original Palmette, opal iridiscent glass
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Luxury and GENUINE Murano Glass chandelier. HAND MADE IN MURANO. It made by 58 Murano crystal
glasses in a gold metal frame. The chandelier has also a Murano glass ball in the end ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Art Glass
Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An beige embroidery fabric flush mount with floral motifs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 4.5"H x 26.0"W x 26.0"D
All items ship from High P...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Fabric
Large Set Midcentury Brass Floral Chandeliers in the Style of Emil Stejnar
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set midcentury brass floral chandeliers in the style of Emil Stejnar.
Made of brass with stylish floral glass disc glass light diffus...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Fontana Arte Chandelier by Max Ingrand, attributed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fontana Arte chandelier by Max Ingrand, attributed.
Designed and made in Italy, 1960s
Two large curved acid etched glass shades ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Brass Pendant Light Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Conical Cream Shades, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A brass chandelier with five organic shaped arms and cone-shaped lampshades by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, in 1950s.
The brass parts have a warm aged ...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass, Metal
Model 1933 Ceiling Light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 1933 Ceiling Light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte. Manufactured in Italy, circa the 1950s. Textured glass panels meet to form a slim curved rectangle body. The gorgeous aged b...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Goldkant Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Highly decorative, elegant and large Mid-Century Modern cocoon pendant lamp or hanging light 'Big Ball'. Designed & manufactured probably by Goldkant, Germany, 1960s.
Executed in sp...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Pine & Fabric 5-light Chandelier, Sweden 1970s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
Swedish Design Pine Chandelier, 1970s, Scandinavian Modern
The light features a beautifully crafted five-arm design made from solid pine wood, showcasing the warm tones and natural grain typical of 1970s Swedish design.
Each arm is topped with a classic tapered white fabric shade, providing a soft, diffused glow. Suspended from a simple white ceiling canopy via a long, slender rod, the chandelier embodies the Scandinavian ethos of functional elegance and natural materials.
Its turned wood details evoke traditional craftsmanship, while the overall form maintains a clean, minimalist silhouette—making it a timeless piece suited to both vintage and modern interiors.
The white clip...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Fabric, Pine
American Designer, Chandeliers, Metal, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bronze-painted metal and white fabric chandeliers designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.75” H x 18” W x 12” D
Dimensions of Mount: 1....
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Mid-Century Rope Nautical Anchor Chandelier Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Rope Nautical Anchor Chandelier Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
Blue Murano leaves chandelier, Italy
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Large Mid Century Modern Murano glass chandelier, attributed to Mazzega, Italy 1980s.
The mid-century chandelier is made of blue Murano glass leaves and a gold plated frame.
The Mura...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Gold Plate
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
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Brass
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 24 blue disks
By Vistosi
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The chandelier has 24 fantastic iridescent alabaster boue discs in a nickel metal frame.
Period: late XX century
Dimensions: 41,3...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Florian Schulz Style Pendant Light, Brass Counterweight Counter Balance, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A height adjustable pendant lamp in the style of Florian Schulz, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The fixture is made of solid polished brass which...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
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