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1950s Industrial Polish Metal Hanging Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
This metal pendant light was made in Poland, circa 1950. Suspended by a chain, the lamp features a
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Vintage 1950s Polish Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$595 / item
1950s Spanish Iron Garden Hanging Lantern Lamp
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s Spanish iron garden hanging lantern lamp.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Red Plastic and Metal Hemispherical Adjustable Hanging Lamp, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Red plastic and metal hemispherical adjustable hanging lamp, 1950s
Funny and functional red
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Sculptural French Bamboo Pendant Small Hanging Lamp 1950s France
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Pendant lamp
Sculptural French bamboo pendant small hanging lamp 1950s France
Unsigned.
It
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bamboo
1950s Large Industrial Enameled Hanging Pendant Lamps
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s large industrial enameled hanging pendant lamps 100 + in stock
1950s large industrial
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Vintage 1950s British Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1950s Large Industrial Enamelled Hanging Pendant Lamps
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s industrial large Benjamin enamelled hanging ceiling pendant lamps/lights
1950s industrial
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Vintage 1950s British Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Sonneman Style Set of Six Aluminum Hanging Lamps, 1950s
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Sonneman style, circa 1950s
Measures: 8" in diameter x 12" height (shade), stem 5 3/4" height
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Vintage 1950s American Industrial Flush Mount
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Aluminum
Art deco marbled glass hanging lamp , 1950s
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 35 cm Diameter, 80cm Height
Condition: Good
Material: Glass , metal , rope
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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Brass and Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A brass and glass hanging lamp, manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Green Midcentury Hanging Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, 1950s
By Bent Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
1950s. The light consists of a green lacquered shade with a wavy bottom edge, a center shade in opaline
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in glass and brass, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in glass, brass and metal. The lamp needs 2 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Set of 19 Hanging Lamps RAAK Amsterdam, 1950s
By RAAK
Located in Oirlo, LI
A set of nineteen beautiful lamps that once hung in a school in Venray, but originally came from
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Elegant Mid-Century Modern Brass Pendant Lamps or Hanging Lights, 1950s, Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant Mid-Century Modern brass pendant lamps or hanging lights. Designed and manufactured in
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1950s Red Camp Lantern Hanging Railroad Lamp Handilite Co Sturgeon Bay WI
Located in Chula Vista, CA
lantern lamp vintage
Hanging Light Hand Carry
Measures: 12 tall x 6.5 width x 5.5 depth
Preowned
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 2 Pendants Hanging Lamps, Original 1950s, Denmark
By Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful Set of two Original 1950s Glass Pendant Lamps.
With fine lines and patterns in the white
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Brass and Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage, Manufactured in Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A brass and glass hanging lamp. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy 1940s-1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A blown glass hanging lamp, manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Six French 1950s Steel Lamp Shades as Hanging Ceiling Pendants
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Six French 1950s steel lamp shades as hanging ceiling pendants.
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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A blown glass hanging lamp, manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A blown glass hanging lamp, manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Brass and Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A brass and glass hanging lamp. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ellittico Hanging Lamp by Stilnovo Opaline Glass Brass Vintage Italy 1950s-1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Milano, IT
Ellittico hanging lamp by Stilnovo, opaline glass, brass. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s-1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hanging Lamp Attributed to Arredoluce Brass Opaline Glass, Italy, 1950s
By Arredoluce
Located in Milano, IT
A hanging lamp attributed to Arredoluce, brass, opaline glass diffusers. Manufactured in Italy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hanging Lamp by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Murano Crystal Brass Vintage, 1950s
By Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce
Located in Milano, IT
A SP/16 hanging lamp designed by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce. Murano crystal sphere, lacquered brass
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1950s Industrial Large Benjamin Enamelled Hanging Ceiling Pendant Lamps, Lights
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s Industrial large Benjamin enameled hanging ceiling pendant lamps or lights. Benjamin was
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Vintage 1950s British Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Elegant Brass Hanging Lamp by Vereinigten Werkstätten München, Germany, 1950s
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very elegant brass lamp with a newly covered lampshade in delicate. Manufactured by Vereinigte
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Vintage 1960s German Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Diabolo Red and White Glass Hanging Lamp, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Italian red and white glass hanging It has a beautiful Diabolo shape.
Height of fixture 28 cm
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Beautiful and Small 1950s Hanging Glass Lamp, Red Stripes, Germany
Located in Berlin, BE
Red and White striped glass lamp. Newly wired with pink colored textile cable. Beautiful brass
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Brass and Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy 1950s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A brass and glass hanging lamp. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s-1960s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass and Opaline Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A brass and opaline glass hanging lamp. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hanging Lamp Lacquered Metal Brass Opaline Glass Vintage, Italy, 1950s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A hanging lamp, lacquered metal, brass, opaline glass. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s-1960s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hanging Lamp Brass Opaline Glass Lacquered Aluminium Vintage, Italy, 1950s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A hanging lamp, brass, opaline glass, lacquered aluminium. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s-1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Hanging Lamp Brass Metal Teak Opaline Glass Vintage, Italy, 1950s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A hanging lamp, brass, metal, teak and opaline glass. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s-1960s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hanging Lamp Brass Lacquered Metal Aluminium Opaline Glass Vintage, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A hanging lamp, brass, lacquered metal, lacquered aluminium, decorated opaline glass. Manufactured
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Brass Hanging Lamp Guglielmo Ulrich Style Manufactured in Italy 1940s-1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Milano, IT
A brass hanging lamp in the style of Guglielmo Ulrich. Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
White Metal Hanging Lamp by Joe Colombo Stilnovo Style, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
White pendant lamp in the style of Stilnovo made in Italy in the 1950s. The light has the shape of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Hanging Lamp in Brass Lacquered Aluminium and Opaline Glass, Italy, 1950s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A vintage hanging lamp, brass, lacquered aluminium, opaline glass. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Hanging Lamp by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce Murano Crystal Brass Vintage, 1950s
By Gino Sarfatti
Located in Milano, IT
A SP/16 hanging lamp designed by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce. Murano crystal sphere, lacquered brass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Small Original 1950s, 2 x Glass Hanging Lamp by DORIA, Asia Style
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Berlin, BE
This very delicate and small, but no less effective hanging lamp consists of two lampion-like glass
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Extra Large Yellow Metal Hanging Lamp by Joe Colombo for Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Yellow pendant lamp by Stilnovo made in Italy in the 1950s. The light has the shape of a witches
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Holmegaard Cased Glass Hanging Triple Pendant
By Holmegaard
Located in Bainbridge, NY
1950's Holmegaard hanging Lamp or Chandelier with individual Orange, Yellow and Turquoise Blue open
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Teak
Barovier
Toso Blue Murano Glass "Twist" Hanging Pendant with Gold Inclusions
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Barovier et Toso murano glass spiral blue, gold flecked hanging lamp, 1950's. Featuring a slim
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Danish Modern 10-Armed Brass Chandelier, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern 10-armed Brass Chandelier, 1950s.
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Set of Patinated Copper Pendants Lights, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Nice set of two 1950s hanging lamps tinted copper, white lacquered inside.
For creating an
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Tole Flower Chandelier, Italy, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage 1950s hanging lamp from Italy with striking colors, made in the shape of a bouquet of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Tôle
Lovely Cocoon Hanging Lamp, 1950s Germany
By Münchner Werkstätten
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Cocoon lamp from the 1960s. Very impressive. Very nice condition. Socket e27. Dimmable
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Lovely Cocoon Hanging Lamp, 1950s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Cocoon lamp from the 1960s. Very impressive. Very nice condition. Socket e27. Dimmable
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Round Woven Wooden Hanging Lamp, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
-century period round pendant lamp is height adjustable and the natural color of the wood creates a warm
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Lovely Braided Hanging Lamp from Rupert Nikoll, 1950s, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
and tighter, also very firmly for a set height.
The lamp was rewired in the black fabric cable by
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
Tulip Cocoon Hanging Lamp by Münchener Werkstätten, 1950s, Germany
By Münchner Werkstätten
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Cocoon lamp from the 1960s. Very impressive. Very nice condition. Socket e27. Dimmable
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Vintage Hanging Lamp with Glass and Metal 1950s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage hanging lamp with glass and metal 1950s
This is a hanging lamp which is made of
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in glass and brass, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in glass, brass and metal. The lamp needs 1 x E27 / 26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Counterweight Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light, 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Rare and beautiful Mid-Century Modern counterweight pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed and
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1950s Large Nelson Styled Orange Flying Saucer Hanging Lamp by Geringer
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A large Nelson styled hanging flying saucer shaped ceiling light with orange and reddish toned
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in glass and brass, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in glass, brass and metal. The lamp needs 2 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Lovely Rare Mid-Century Modern 3-Armed Brass Hanging Lamp, 1950s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Rare Mid-Century Modern 3-Armed Brass Hanging Lamp, 1950s Italy
Rare and elegant midcentury
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare Mid-Century Modern Double Head Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light 1950s, Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light with two perforated
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s hanging lamp you’re looking for. A 1950s hanging lamp — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a 1950s hanging lamp, we have 128 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a 1950s hanging lamp — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1950s hanging lamp is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Rupert Nikoll, Stilnovo and J.T. Kalmar each produced at least one beautiful 1950s hanging lamp that is worth considering.
How Much is a 1950s Hanging Lamp?
Prices for a 1950s hanging lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $220 and can go as high as $25,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,800.
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 Hanging Lamp
- What is a hanging lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A hanging lamp is a light fitting that is suspended from the ceiling usually by a chain or a metal rod. They are generally used as a decorative fixture in homes, hotels and offices. Find a collection of antique and vintage hanging lamps on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Arc lamp is the name of a lamp that hangs over a sofa or chair. Base designs vary in size and shape but all support one or more arcing necks, each bearing a shade. Typically, arc lamps have dome shades. However, dome shades may also differ. Find a collection of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
- How do I use a hanging oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use a hanging oil lamp, remove the oil font from the base and fill it three-quarters of the way with clear lamp oil. Return the font and close the base. Twist the knob to raise the wick until it is a little less than 0.25 inches above the burner. Light with a match or lighter. After extinguishing and allowing time for cooling, trim the burned end off of the wick. You'll find a collection of hanging oil lamps on 1stDibs.
- What is 1950s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 20241950s 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, 2022Yes. 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 ExpertJune 30, 2023Some 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, 2024The 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 ExpertNovember 21, 2023In 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 ExpertNovember 27, 2023In 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 6, 2023There 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 13, 2024The 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.
- Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Frank 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.
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