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Brass and Curved Glasses Chandelier, 1950s
By Cristal Arte
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Brass and curved glasses chandelier 1950s, brass structure, colored curved crystals much elegance
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Black Cast Iron and Brass Chandelier, France 1950s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This unusual modernist chandelier was designed and manufactured in France in the 1950s. It features
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Iron

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, teak, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A three-armed brass teak and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Canopy
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Stilnovo, Sizeable Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in High Point, NC
A sizeable 12-armed brass, black-lacquered metal and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, wood and white fabric designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Danish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A three-armed brass, black-lacquered metal and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Metal, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered metal and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Rupert Nikoll Chandelier, Glass Copper Brass, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Mid-Century Modern six-arm chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950s. It is made of cut-glass
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Teak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A 5-armed teak, brass and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s. Overall
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Teak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A five-armed brass, teak and etched opaline glass chandelier, designed and produced in Sweden
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Itsu OY, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, Finland, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in High Point, NC
A five-armed brass, black-lacquered metal and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced by
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Fog Mørup, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, dark-stained wood and white opaline glass chandelier produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s. Dimensions
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s. Dimensions of canopy
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Bröderna Malmström Metallvarufabrik, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass chandelier attributed to Bröderna Malmström Metallvarufabrik, Sweden, 1940s. Overall
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

20th century French Crystal and Gilded Brass Chandelier, 1950s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Superb crystal pendant chandelier from the 1950s, offering a refined and luminous presence, ideal
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Vintage 1950s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Gorgeous Midcentury Brass Chandelier Satin Shades Vintage Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Italian Brass Chandelier with Satin Shades, 1950s A highly decorative and elegant Italian
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Height Adjustable Ceiling Lamps in Brass by Paavo Tynell, 1950 s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Height Adjustable Ceiling Lamps in Brass by Paavo Tynell, 1950's Additional Information: Material
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak, black-lacquered metal and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, grey-lacquered metal, teak and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

1950 s Italian Tri-Colore Three Arm Chandelier
Located in Hanover, MA
A noble early 1950's Italian hanging fixture with three arms out of a central brass ball, each arm
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Italian 1950s Brass and Metal Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
in the chandelier and there are five E27 bulbs with screw fitting.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

Mid-century 8-Light Brass Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-century 8-light brass chandelier, 1950s Good condition. Found in an apartment in my city
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Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, yellow glass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Fabric, Glass

Finnish brass chandelier ER79 by Itsu, 1950s
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Illuminate your space with timeless elegance using the Finnish brass chandelier by Itsu, a standout
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Frosted Glass Brass Chandelier, Fontana Arte Style, Italy 1950s
By Cesare Lacca, Fontana Arte
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
sophisticated and elegant design, typical of the 1950s. The chandelier features a frosted glass bowl shaped
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A five-armed chandelier in brass, metal and glass designed and produced by a Swedish designer
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950 s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Brass
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950 s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Brass
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking Mid-Century brass Sputnik chandelier from Germany, dating back to the 1950s, embodies
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

1950s Mauri Almari K2-48 Brass Chandelier for Idman
By Mauri Almari, Idman Oy
Located in Espoo, FI
1950s Mauri Almari 'K2-48' brass chandelier for Idman. A rare example, this cascading chandelier
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Huge Brass and Glass Ballroom Chandelier from the 1950s
Located in Berlin, BE
Extraordinary huge ballroom chandelier in brass with glass shades. The chandelier is an one of a
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian Brass Chandelier, in the Style of Stilnovo, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian brass chandelier, in the style of Stilnovo, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950 s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Brass
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass chandelier light attributed to Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Sweden, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Scandinavian Opaline Glass Brass 8-Light Chandelier, Finland 1950s
By Idman Oy, Maria Lindeman, Taito Oy
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This elegant mid-century chandelier was designed an manufactured in Finland in the 1950s to 1960s
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Brass Pendant/ Zukov, 1950 s
By Zukov
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of brass, glass - re-polished - fully functional - good
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950 s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Height Adjustable Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950's Additional Information
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950 s Brass Glass Pendant Attributed to Pietro Chiesa
By Pietro Chiesa
Located in Schoorl, NL
This 1950s piece is attributed to designer Pietro Chiesa. Classic yet understated in design, it
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century 8-Light Brass Chandelier 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century 8-light brass chandelier 1950s E14 lamps. Intact and in good condition, it will be
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Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Fagerlund for Orrefors 1950s Crystal Brass Three-Arm Chandelier
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Classic Swedish Mid Century Modern chandelier with three tubular textured glass on brass mount. By
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Italian Modernist Chandelier, 1950s, Brass, Satin Glass and Teak
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Italian modernist chandelier from the 1950s. Very unique and dynamic three-arm structure made
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Teak, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak, black-lacquered metal and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Italy, c
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950s Italian 3 Light Chandelier Patinated Brass Geometric Plexiglass
By Arredoluce
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, an Italian three (3) light chandelier with patinated brass & white
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Opaline Glass and Brass Chandelier by Sievä, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Karis, Nyland
A Finnish mid-century chandelier by Sievä, crafted in the 1950s. The lamp features three handblown
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pendant Light Chandelier, Brass Pleated Cream Fabric Shades, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Josef Hoffmann, Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic chandelier made of brass with cream colored pleated fabric shades attributed to J.T
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950s Italian Chandelier Patinated Brass Art Glass Florence Italy
By Fontana Arte
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Chandelier Patinated Brass Art Glass Florence Italy Sculptural Brass frame Unmarked
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Finnish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Teak, Metal, Glass, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, metal, teak and etched glass chandelier designed and produced in Finland, c. 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Arlus Chandelier, 1950s
By Arlus
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Mid-Century Chandelier by Arlus (Paris), France, 1950s. This elegant chandelier, created by
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Lovely Gilt Brass Flower Leaves Chandelier, France, circa 1950s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A beautiful, fine and delicate gilt brass leaves chandelier with ceramic flowers attr. to Maison
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Bent Karlby Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, red-lacquered metal and opaline glass chandelier attributed to Bent Karlby for Lyfa
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Chandelier, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, off-white fabric and teak chandelier designed and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Austrian Brass and Lucite Pearls Chandelier 1950s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Austrian brass and lucite pearls chandelier 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Finnish Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Karis, Nyland
aesthetic typical of Finland’s postwar lighting design. The chandelier hangs from a straight brass rod with
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

A Fine Large French 1950s Brass and Glass Chandelier
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine large French 1950s brass and red enameled metal framed chandelier with frosted, fluted and
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian Designer, Chandelier, Teak, Metal, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered metal, opaline glass and teak chandelier designed and produced in Italy
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Danish Midcentury Spider Chandelier in Brass by Lyfa, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large 6-armed brass chandelier designed and manufactured by Lyfa in Denmark during the 1950s. It
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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1950s Chandelier Brass For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of 1950s chandelier brass on 1stDibs. A piece of 1950s chandelier brass — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of 1950s chandelier brass, we have 5822 options in-stock, while there are 12 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of 1950s chandelier brass you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each object in our assortment of 1950s chandelier brass bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made option in this array of 1950s chandelier brass has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Stilnovo, Paavo Tynell and Rupert Nikoll are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1950s Chandelier Brass?

Prices for a piece of 1950s chandelier brass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $245,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,444.

Finding the Right Chandeliers-pendant-lights for You

Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.

While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.

The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)

Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.

Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.

Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.

For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.

The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.

With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.

Questions About 1950s Chandelier Brass
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can update an old brass chandelier in many ways. Refinish it with spray paint to give it a more modern hue or slip new sleeves over the candles. You can also add embellishments like crystals to the frame. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage chandeliers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a couple points to check in determining if your chandelier is antique. The drops were faceted on both sides, and there also may be daisy-shaped glass buttons. You can also shop a range of chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.