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Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Color:  Beige
Golden Fleece by Kaia
Located in Geneve, CH
Golden Fleece by Kaia Dimensions: 95 x 152 x 7 cm LED, 24V, warm white 3000K (or as requested), Direct 6970 lm, Indirect (after acrylic diffusor) 4460 lm...
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2010s English Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Natural GT7 Pendant Lamp by Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural GT7 Pendant Lamp by Santa & Cole. Dimensions: D 90 x H 44 cm. Materials: Metal, ribbon. Available in other colors. Designed for intermediate volumes and domestic areas,...
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2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Gabriela and Olivia Pair of Brass Ceiling Lamps, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Gabriela and Olivia pair of brass ceiling lamps, Royal Stranger Dimensions Gabriela Width: 40cm Height: Adjustable Depth: 11cm Dimensions Olivia Width: 20cm Height: Adjustable ...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Porcelain Cirio Lineal Pendant Lamp by Antoni Arola
Located in Geneve, CH
Porcelain Cirio lineal pendant lamp by Antoni Arola Dimensions: D 10 x W 169 x H 50 cm Materials: Porcelain, metal, aluminum. Available in 3 lampshade materials: white porcelain, ...
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2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Shell Pendant - Small
Located in London, GB
Inspired by our love for the British coastline and beaches. Made from a solid brass lamp housing, enclosed in two Carrara marble discs to create a so...
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2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass

Big Kick by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Big kick by Volker Haug Dimensions: W 200 x H min 69 cm Materials: Polished, bronzed brass or steel Finish: : Raw, satin lacquer or powdercoa Weight: appr...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Drop Stack 3 by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Drop stack 3 by Volker Haug Pyramid Scheme series Dimensions: w 21, d 21, h 53 cm Support: 15 cm Suspension: minimum 53 cm Material: Brass Finishes:...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Blown Crystal Glass Pendant - Pebbles by Boris Klimek for Bomma
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary Blown Crystal Glass Pendant - Pebbles by Boris Klimek for Bomma Pebbles are reminders of exceptional moments or favorite places. Their diverse shapes and colors inspire...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Gabriela Copper Ceiling Lamp, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Gabriela copper ceiling lamp, Royal Stranger Dimensions: W 36 x D 14 x H 114 cm Materials: Body polished brass. Glass balls blown glass opal diffuser....
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2010s Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

RIO Out Pendant by Kaia
Located in Geneve, CH
RIO Out Pendant by Kaia Dimensions: Ø90 x 2.5 x 2.7 cm LED technology, 24 V*, warm white 2700 K, 4070 source lumens, Energy class A; lifetime 60 000 h. Materials: brushed brass, acry...
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2010s English Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Sistema Gran Fonda Pendant Lamp I by Gabriel Ordeig Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Sistema Gran Fonda pendant lamp I by Gabriel Ordeig Cole Dimensions: D 45 x W 223 x H 35 cm Materials: Metal, ribbon. Lampshades: Mustard, Red and Bla...
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2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Steel Lapel Pendant by Astraeus Clarke Made in Brooklyn, NY
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Lapel series follows the concept of rigidity in a structure vs. the flexibility of change. The U- and L-shaped metal pieces–influenced by the shape of a suit lapel–are modular, a...
Category

2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Steel

Vistosi Pendant Light in Amber Striped Glass
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
Spherical blown glass elements available in three sizes and four rigadin colours, with and without lighting source. The special design allows the vertical installation of several gla...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Brass Chain Chain Chain by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Chain chain chain by Volker Haug Dimensions: 28 x H minimum 45 cm Materials: Brass Finish: Polished, brushed or bronzed brass; enamel or chrome-pl...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Black Big Kick by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Black big kick by Volker Haug Dimensions: W 200 x H min 108 cm Materials: Polished, bronzed brass or steel Finish: Raw, satin lacquer or powdercoat Weight...
Category

2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Natural Sísísí Cilíndricas PT2 Pendant Lamp by Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural Sísísí Cilíndricas PT2 pendant lamp by Santa & Cole Dimensions: D 27 x H 17 cm Materials: Metal, ribbon. Available in stitched beige parchment or natural ribbon. Cylind...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Lightrain Ceiling Lamp, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Lightrain ceiling lamp, Royal Stranger. Dimensions: Adjustable height. Measures: width 115, depth 62 cm. Materials: Polished brass structure and vintage lamps. Like a rain of l...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Big Kick Solid Pendant Light by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Big kick solid pendant light by Volker Haug Dimensions: W 200 x H 108 cm (Suspension cord visible). Material: Brass. Finish: Polished, aged, brushed, bronzed, blackened, or plate...
Category

2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Range Large Pendant Lamp with Pale Yellow Glaze by WL Ceramics
Located in Geneve, CH
Range large pendant lamp with pale yellow glaze by WL CERAMICS Design: Jonas Lutz Materials: Porcelain, pale yellow glaze Dimensions: H42 x Ø10 cm Also available: in different ...
Category

2010s Chinese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain

Natural Sísísí Cilíndricas GT2 Pendant Lamp by Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural Sísísí Cilíndricas GT2 pendant lamp by Santa & Cole Dimensions: D 45 x H 27 cm Materials: Metal, ribbon. Available in other colors. Also available in two lights version. ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Honeybee Ceiling Lamp, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Honeybee ceiling lamp, Royal Stranger Dimensions: 16 x 80 x 83 cm The total height is adjustable. Material: Brass (also available in Copper or Stainless Steel in polished or brus...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Style Suspension Lamp In Gold Polished Brass With Black Details
Located in Porto, PT
Luminous Suspension Lamp is a classic reinterpretation turned into a modern unique chandelier. This piece’s design revives the timeless shapes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Gaby's Dream Ceiling Lamp, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Gaby's dream ceiling lamp, Royal Stranger Dimensions: W 90 x D 90 x H 130 cm Materials: Brass, glass. Finish options Body available in brass, stainless steel and copper with po...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Abysse-08-l in Dark Aged Brass by Larose Guyon
Located in Vercheres, Quebec
Celebrating nature in all its splendor and its inimitable wonders, Abysse is a collection that highlights the intricate textures, shapes and finishes of the sea elements. Abysse is a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ring, Chandelier, Chemical Blackened Iron, Thermoformed Polycarbonate
Located in Roeselare, BE
Chandelier in form of a ring in iron which has been chemical blackened. And ring in thermoformed polycarbonate in inner side. With dimmable folded T5 lamps. Also possible in led. Dr...
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2010s Belgian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Egg Small Pendant Lamp, Chrome Finish, Arabesque Style, Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
VG participates in creating very distinct environments, spaces in which you can escape from reality; to seek refuge whilst expressing your personality; spaces in which you can breath...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Stainless Steel

Limited Edition Finnish Blown Glass 'Jewel' Lamp by Katriina Nuutinen
By Katriina Nuutinen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Exceptional pendant made out of mouth blown glass and stainless steel. A quality contemporary design by Finnish designer Katriina Nuutinen. The design was originally designed in 20...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

Sexta Pendant Lamp by Miguel Milá
Located in Geneve, CH
Sexta pendant lamp by Miguel Milá Dimensions: D 80 x H 20 cm Materials: Metal, PVC, opal translucent methacrylate diffusers. Telescopic tube: 40/75 cm. Available in 4 support options, with telescopic tube: 40/75 cm, 82/152 cm or 156/302 cm and without telescopic tube. Available with or without opal translucent methacrylate diffusers. This circle of double-sided shades produces a beautifully nuanced light reminiscent of the medieval cast iron...
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2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Vistosi Pendant Light in Smoky White Glass And Matt Gold Finish
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
The elegant and delicate look of the blown glass finds a new dimension in Jube. Two glass units placed side by side, so perfectly assembled, that they look like a unique piece. A sin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Natural Sísísí Cónicas GT3 Pendant Lamp by Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural Sísísí Cónicas GT3 pendant lamp by Santa & Cole. Dimensions: D 36 x H 27 cm. Materials: Metal, ribbon. Available in other colors. The conical shape group has multiple f...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Triple Kick Pendant Light by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Triple kick pendant light by Volker Haug. Dimensions: W 98.7 x H 108 cm. Material: Brass. Finishes: Polished, Aged, Brushed, Bronzed, Blackened, or Plated Cord: Fabric or metal...
Category

2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Fontana Pendant Lamp by André Ricard
Located in Geneve, CH
Fontana pendant lamp by André Ricard. Dimensions: D 35 x H 35 cm. Materials: metal, plastic. Designed by André Ricard in 1970, Fontana defend...
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2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Black Big Kick by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Black big kick by Volker Haug Dimensions: W 200 x H min 108 cm Materials: Polished, bronzed brass or steel Finish: raw, satin lacquer or powdercoat Weight...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Marshmallow Ceiling Lamp, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Marshmallow ceiling lamp - Royal Stranger Dimensions: 17 x 57 x 57 cm Sizes for each element. The total height is adjustable. Material: Brass (also available in Copper or Stainle...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Discus 5 Pendant Light by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Discus 5 pendant light by Volker Haug Dimensions: Diameter 9 x H 106 cm Material: Brass, marble Finish: Polished, aged, brushed, bronzed, blackened, or plated Marble Disc: As sp...
Category

2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Marble, Brass

Side Kick by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Side kick by Volker Haug Dimensions: W 63.2 x H min 108 cm Materials: Polished, bronzed brass or steel Cord: Fabric or metal Finish: Raw, ...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Wide Step by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Wide step by Volker Haug. Dimensions: W 24.8 x H 108 cm. Materials: Polished, bronzed brass or steel. Finish: Raw, satin lacquer or powdercoaT. Weight: approx 1.2 kg. Lamp: 240V E27 (120V E26 US) Step & Kick combines structural lines and refined materials with implicit gesture – the asymmetrical kick and the balancing step. A modular range designed around a formulaic language, configurable as a single fitting or an arrangement. The minimal design of Step & Kick highlights the craftmanship in its details. Volker Haug Studio...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Low Cross Kick Pendant Light by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Low cross kick pendant light by Volker Haug Dimensions: Diameter 133.5 x H 92 cm Material: Brass. Finishes: Polished, aged, brushed, bronzed, blackened, or plated Lamp: Opal G9...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Butterfly 40 contemporary pendant Lamp, art Silvered Glass, sun color, Bras
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
Since the beginning thanks to the Italian hand-made used in our workplace, each unique item is a testament to our commitment to craftsmanship, with attention to detail and the finest...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

3-Piece Swell String Chandelier in Brass by Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
"Elegant and infinitely flexible, Swell string is a modular LED lighting system designed to seamlessly blend the line between indoor and outdoor lighting. Swell string’s three shade ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Set of 2 Dual Lamps by Willem Van Hooff
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Dual Lamps by Willem Van Hooff Dimensions: W 25 x H 30 cm // W 35 x H 50 cm (Dimensions may vary as pieces are hand-made and might present slight variations in sizes) Materi...
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2010s Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Brass Chain on U by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass chain on U by Volker Haug Dimensions: 49.5 x H minimum 108 cm Materials: Brass Finish: Raw, satin lacquer Weight: approx 4kg Lamp: E27, Frosted or Opal LED G95 or G125 ...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Unique Chandelier by Bryan Cox
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a prototype chandelier by Bryan Cox. Composed of hanging glass beads from a nickel ceiling plate. Shade is made of stiff linen framed in ni...
Category

1990s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Side Step by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Side step by Volker Haug. Dimensions: W 45 x H min 108 cm Materials: Polished, bronzed brass or steel Cord: Fabric or metal Finish: Raw, satin lacquer or powdercoat Weight: appr...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Dual Lamp Ivory Big by Willem Van Hooff
Located in Geneve, CH
Dual Lamp Ivory Big by Willem Van Hooff Dimensions: W 35 x H 50 cm (Dimensions may vary as pieces are hand-made and might present slight variations in sizes) Materials: Earthenware, ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Triple Step by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Triple step by Volker Haug Dimensions: W 98.7 x H min 108 cm Materials: polished, bronzed brass or steel Finish: raw, satin lacquer or powdercoat Weight: approximate 3.5 kg Lamp: 240V E27 (120V E26 US) Custom finishes available on request. Step & Kick combines structural lines and refined materials with implicit gesture, the asymmetrical kick and the balancing step. A modular range designed around a formulaic language, configurable as a single fitting or an arrangement. The minimal design of Step & Kick highlights the craftsmanship in its details. Volker Haug Studio...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

LED Icicle Style Chandelier
Located in Westport, CT
Elegant Icicle design LED chandelier with extraordinary bubble effect inside lights. Finish: brushed champagne gold.
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2010s Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cross Kick High by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Cross kick high by Volker Haug Dimensions: W 133 x D 133 x H 92 Materials: Brass Lamp: Opal G95 LED (E26/E27 110 - 240V) Suspension: (as specified, minimum 620 mm) 12V version available (110V - 240V driver) Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia. The multidisciplinary design and production teams work...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

High Cross Kick Pendant Light by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
High cross kick pendant light by Volker Haug Dimensions: Diameter 133.5 x Height 92 cm Material: Brass. Finishes: Polished, aged, brushed, bronzed, blackened, or plated Lamp: O...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Blown Crystal Glass Pendant - Pebbles by Boris Klimek for Bomma
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary blown crystal glass pendant - Pebbles by Boris Klimek for Bomma Pebbles are reminders of exceptional moments or favorite places. Their diverse shapes and colors inspi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Modern Fabric Pendant Handmade Pendant Light from Mirei Monticelli, Anemone
Located in New York, NY
The simple elegance of the Anemone Pendant Lamp provides an eye-catching aesthetic in any home while diffusing ambient light. The elaborate body is crafted entirely of Banaca (banana...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Natural Fiber

Vistosi Pendant Light in Amber Striped Glass And Satin Nickel Frame
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
Spherical blown glass elements available in three sizes and four rigadin colours, with and without lighting source. The special design allows the vertical installation of several gla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

White and Red Moaré LM Pendant Lamp by Antoni Arola
Located in Geneve, CH
White and red Moaré LM pendant lamp by Antoni Arola Dimensions: D 62 x H 60 cm Materials: Metal, polyester. Available in other colors and sizes. Moaré’s multiple combinations o...
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2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

White and Red Moaré MS Pendant Lamp by Antoni Arola
Located in Geneve, CH
White and red Moaré MS pendant lamp by Antoni Arola Dimensions: D 46 x H 45 cm Materials: Metal, polyester. Available in other colors and sizes. Moaré’s multiple combinations o...
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2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

White and Red Moaré XL Pendant Lamp by Antoni Arola
Located in Geneve, CH
White and red Moaré XL pendant lamp by Antoni Arola Dimensions: D 83 x H 81 cm Materials: Metal, polyester. Available in other colors and sizes. Moaré’s multiple combinations o...
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2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Contemporary Ceramic Salmon SUFI Lamp Corteccia Texture
Located in Porcia, IT
This sophisticated lamp is a testament to the innovative design and superb craftsmanship of Paola Paronetto's paper clay artwork. Entirely crafted by hand, this piece is brought to ...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic

Vistosi Pendant Light in Amber Striped Glass
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
Spherical blown glass elements available in three sizes and four rigadin colours, with and without lighting source. The special design allows the vertical installation of several gla...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Oddball Pendant Light by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Single arc oddments chandelier by Volker Haug Dimensions: Diameter 15 x height 40 cm Material: Brass. Finish: Polished, aged, brushed, bronzed, blackened, or plated Cord: Black...
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2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Modern chandeliers and pendants for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique 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, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern chandeliers and pendants made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America 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 Vistosi, DOOQ, Flos, and Artemide. 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. Prices for chandeliers and pendants differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2 and tops out at $318,780 while the average work can sell for $3,426.

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