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Mid Century Modern Crystal Chandelier attr. to Bakalowits, Austria 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Beograd, RS
fixture with 3 tiers of hand polished crystals, attached to silk hand-woven suspension. The chandelier
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Bakalowits Large Nickel
Glass Chandelier with Diamond-Shaped Crystals, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Vienna, AT
A stunning large crystal chandelier crafted by Bakalowits & Söhne in Vienna, Austria during the
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Nickel
Vintage Cascading Crystal And Brass Chandelier France 1960s
Located in Bastogne, BE
Luxurious Cascading Crystal And Brass Chandelier from France 1960s.
Crystal and brass chandelier
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Vintage 1960s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Rare 24k Brass and Crystal Chandelier by Palwa, circa 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A wonderful mid -century nine-light, 24k gold plated brass and crystal chandelier, Palwa, circa
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Orrefors Carl Fagerlund 1960s Crystal Flush Chandelier Pendant
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful original 1960s Swedish crystal hanging pendant or flush ceiling light designed by Carl
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Original Mid-Century Modern Bakalowits Crystal Chandelier, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A significant Bakalowits chandelier from 1960 with a mirror on the bottom and very large glass
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Swedish mid-century crystal chandelier by Eriksmåla, 1960s
By Eriksmålaglas
Located in Forserum, SE
Mid-century chandelier produced in the 1960s by the Swedish manufacturer Eriksmåla. Constructed
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Steel, Chrome
Pair of Large Bakalowits Chandeliers, Elongated Brass Crystal Glass, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Two large and high quality chandeliers / pendants by Bakalowits & Soehne, Austria, Vienna, 1960's
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Chromed Chandelier with Crystals design Kinkeldey Germany 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in KUTNO, PL
A spectacular, three-tier chandelier from the renowned Kinkeldey company, an icon of German
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass
1960s Gilded Brass and Faceted Crystal Palwa Chandelier
By Palwa
Located in Schoorl, NL
A beautiful five chandelier made by Palwa, Germany, circa 1960. The chandelier has 5 gilt brass
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass and Crystal Glass Waterfall Chandelier, Richard Essig, Germany, 1960s
By Richard Essig
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful 5-tiered brass and crystal glass chandelier made by Richard Essig, Germany, 1960s. The
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass, Gold Plate
1960
s Gilted Brass
Cut Crystal Glass by Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Schoorl, NL
An elegant chandelier by Palwa made in Germany in the 1960s. Multiple gilded brass tier design and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960
s Gilted Brass
Cut Crystal Glass by Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Schoorl, NL
An elegant chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s. Multiple gilded brass tier design and
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Mid-20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$2,848 / item
Midcentury Kamenicky Senov Pendant Chandelier in Crystal Glass
Brass, 1960s
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Esbjerg, DK
High-quality diamond-accented crystal glass and brass hanging lamp or flush mount by Czech
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Beautiful Crystal Chandelier by Bakalowits
Sons, Vienna, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Wien, AT
Beautiful crystal chandelier by Bakalowits & Sons, Vienna, 1960s
Brass nickel-plated
Excellent
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Nickel
Modern Silver Plated Crystal Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, 1960s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Antwerp, BE
Twelve light candles round silver chandelier with crystal pendants on two levels. In excellent
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rock Crystal, Silver Plate
$1,993 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s Gilt Brass and Crystal Chandelier Light Attributed to Palwa
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Schoorl, NL
50cm width it is truly a stunning chandelier. Circa 1960's and in excellent condition.
Height 22" (55
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Palwa Bubbles Chandelier Crystal
Gilt Brass by Ernst Palme, Germany, 1960s
By Ernst Palme, Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant cascading bubbles chandelier with crystals mounted on a gilt brass frame. Hanging crystals
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Design Chandelier Crystal
Chrome by Kinkeldey, Germany, 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Three-tier chandelier with sculptural faceted crystals and chrome-plated frame made by Kinkeldey
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Chrome
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Brass
Crystal Chandelier, Light, 1960s, Austria
By Paavo Tynell, Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern ceiling light, manufactured by Rupert Nikoll in 1960's, Austria
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Bakalowits Chandelier, Nickel Crystal Glass, Austria, Vienna, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne, Prof. Friedl Bakalowits
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Viennese chandelier by Bakalowits & Soehne, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960. It is made
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Crystal Glass Gilt Brass Chandelier by Palwa, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Palermo, PA
Chandelier by Palwa, 1960. It features a gold-plated brass frame with crystal prisms and beads
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Snowflake Crystal Sputnik Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, ca. 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage Snowflake Crystal Sputnik chandelier by Emil Stejnar for the Austrian Lighting manufacture
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Ernst Palme Glamorous Jewel Swarovski Crystal
Gilt-Brass Chandelier, 1960s
By Ernst Palme
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant chandelier with a gold-plated brass frame and Swarovski crystals. These lamps have an
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Bakalowits Chandelier, Chrome and Crystal Glass, Austria, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning chandelier by Bakalowits & Sohne, Austria, manufactured in circa 1960-1969. A handmade
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century French 7-Light Chandelier With Crystals, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century French 7-light chandelier with crystals, 1960s
Metal structure, good condition, small
Category
Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Bakalowits Chandelier Brass and Crystal Glass, Austria, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning five-tier chandelier by Bakalowits & Sohne, Austria, manufactured in circa 1960-1969. A
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Mid Century Modern Nickel Plated Crystal Chandelier by Bakalowits, Austria 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find an elegant Mid Century Modern crystal chandelier with nickel plated
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Nickel
Kinkeldey Midcentury Polished Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier, circa 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Kinkeldey ice glass chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its beautiful
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass
1960s Crystal
Chrome 7 Light Chandelier by Kinkeldey
By Kinkeldey
Located in Schoorl, NL
This is a classic 1960s Kinkeldey lamp, blending copper with crystal for an opulent feel. This is
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Mid-20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Modern Tiered Prism Venini Nickel
Crystal Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Modern Tiered Prism Venini Nickel & Crystal Chandelier, 1960s
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Scandinavian Orrefors Embassy Crystal Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund, 1960s.
By Lyfa, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Asaa, DK
Scandinavian Modern "Embassy" Crystal Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund, 1960s.
Large Scandinavian Mid
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Palwa 18" Sunburst Ball Chandelier Crystal
Gold-Plated Brass, Germany 1960s
By Palwa, Christoph Palme
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Enchanting sunburst ball chandelier with sparkling stars for infinity. Swarovski crystals placed on
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
1960s Germany Palwa Bubbles Chandelier Crystal
Gilt Brass by Gaetano Sciolari
By Gaetano Sciolari, Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
crystal prisms and gilt brass rings. Crystal glass resembles Lenses. Designed in the 1960s by Gaetano
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Gold Plate
1960s Gilded Brass and Faceted Crystal Glass Palwa Chandelier
By Palwa
Located in Schoorl, NL
A beautiful chandelier made by Palwa, Germany, circa 1960. The chandelier has six gilt brass metal
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Vintage 1960s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Crystal Glass Vintage Chandelier by Bakalowits 1960s Austria
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage chandelier with sparkling hand-cut crystal glasses in squared and
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Crystal chandelier around 1960s by J.L.Lobmeyr ( signed )
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wien, AT
Crystal chandelier around 1960s by J.L.Lobmeyr ( signed )
Brass polishged and stove enameled
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Beautiful Tole Shabby Chic Florence Flower Chandelier with Crystals German 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
. Can take up to 40 Watts each bulb. Beautiful colored metal chandelier with lots fo crystal glass.
It
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Vintage 1960s German Country Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Beautiful Crystal Brass Chandelier Germany 1960s Vintage Pendant Lighting
Located in Bastogne, BE
Vintage Crystal and Brass Chandelier for 1 light point.
Manufactured in Germany.
This beautiful
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Vintage 1960s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Palwa Chandelier or Pendant Light, Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass, 1960s
By Palme
Walter, Palwa
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
), Germany, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960. Hundreds of gilded brass rings with cut-glass crystals
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Gold-Plated Kinkeldey Crystal Glass Chandeliers, 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Rijssen, NL
IF Design Award in 1969 with a chandelier fitted with prism cut crystals. During the 1970s Kinkeldey
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Sciolari of Italy 1960s Gold Plate
Crystal Prism Petite Chandelier
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Montclair, NY
Presented is a mid-century modern 1960's Sciolari chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari part of his "Ovali
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
Bakalowits
Sohne Chandelier, Brass and Crystal Glass, Austria, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Rijssen, NL
1960. With huge gem-like crystals and gilded brass frame. The crystals are meticulously cut in such a
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
J.T. Kalmar Huge Pagode Pendant Chandelier, Crystal Glass, 1960s, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Impressive Mid-Century Modern crystal glass 'Pagode' pendant chandelier, manufactured by J.T
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Nickel
Amazing Viennese Crystal Chandelier by Bakalowits
Sohne, Austria, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Wien, AT
Amazing Viennese Crystal Chandelier by Bakalowits
Sohne, Austria, 1960s
Adjustable to room
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Nickel
$1,186 Sale Price
70% Off
Bakalowits Chandelier Pendant Light, Gilt Brass Crystal Glass, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A unique and high quality gold-plated chandelier or pendant light by Bakalowits & Soehne, Austria
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid -Cenutry Bakalowis Crystal Chandelier with Silk Tassel Suspension, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Warsaw, PL
the brilliance of the crystal. The gilt brass structure underscores the chandelier’s vintage character
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Carlo Nason for Kalmar Petals Chandelier in Crystal Purple Murano Glass, 1960s
By Carlo Nason, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Carlo Nason for Kalmar Petals Chandelier in Crystal Purple Murano Glass, 1960s
Wonderful pendant
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Huge Beautiful Crystal Chandelier by Bakalowits
Söhne Vienna, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Vienna, AT
Four layers brass construction nickel-plated with cut crystal elements fitted with 12 E27 up to 100
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Bakalowits Miracle Sputnik Brass Chandelier with Crystal Glass Rods, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne, Prof. Friedl Bakalowits
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful Austrian Radiant Mid-Century Space-Age Chandelier, Model “Miracle”, designed by Prof
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass and crystal chandelier by Ernst Palme, Germany 1960s
By Ernest Palme
Located in ECHT, NL
Mid century sputnik chandelier. Designed and made by Ernst Palme in the 1960s, Germany. The lamp
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Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
$2,373 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Crystal Glass Chandelier Mid-Century Modern 1960s Italy
Located in Palermo, IT
Elegant chandelier with 30 crystal elements. Divided into three levels, on a chromed steel
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Nickel, Chrome
1960s Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Schoorl, NL
crystal glass, circa 1960s. It holds nine E14 lightbulbs.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960
s Brass
Crystal Glass Pendant in Style of Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Schoorl, NL
Petit pendant by Palwa. Consist of a gilded brass frame & rings with crystal Glass “lenses”. It
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Mid-20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960s Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Schoorl, NL
Elegant 1960s chandelier with with five E14 sockets that shine through multiple diamond-cut crystal
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Extraordinary Geometric Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Amazing chandelier made in the 1960s by Palwa. Chrystal glasses with 24k gold plated body.
The
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Mid Cenrury Crystal and Gilt Bronze Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy 1960s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a rare Mid Century Modern 8-arm crystal and gilt bronze chandelier
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
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1960s Crystal Chandeliers For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of 1960s crystal chandeliers for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique 1960s crystal chandeliers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, stone and crystal. 1960s crystal chandeliers have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. 1960s crystal chandeliers bearing mid-century modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made 1960s crystal chandeliers over the years, but those made by Palwa, Bakalowits
Söhne and Kinkeldey are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are 1960s Crystal Chandeliers?
Prices for 1960s crystal chandeliers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 1960s crystal chandeliers begin at $20 and can go as high as $215,259, while the average can fetch as much as $3,207.
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 1960s Crystal Chandeliers
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What the crystals on chandeliers are called are pendalogues. Makers adorn their chandeliers with pendalogues in an array of shapes and sizes. Some chandeliers may also feature crystal bead chains, crystal candle bobeches and other decorative accents. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of chandeliers from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To date chandelier crystals, hold them up to the light and look for acid marks. If you find one, use an authoritative online resource to research the mark and identify the manufacturer. You can then estimate the age based on the style of the crystal. If you can't find a mark, take the crystal to a licensed appraiser for a professional evaluation. Shop a selection of expertly vetted antique and vintage chandeliers on 1stDibs.
- Were there watches in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a caftan from the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A caftan from the 1960s or any other era refers to a long ankle-length variation on a robe or a tunic. Caftans, which are sometimes referred to as kaftans, feature full sleeves and usually have a deep, open neck. While these garments can be made from any fabric, most caftans are made of wool, silk or cotton. Find a selection of caftans from top fashion boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
- What was worn in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion in the 1960s progressed toward a more casual look for men and for women during the decade. For women, the skirt suits of the 1950s prevailed during the early ‘60s and eventually miniskirts came along. Late-1960s fashion included ponchos, peace signs, chain belts, puffed “bubble” sleeves, frayed bell-bottom jeans for men and women, tie-dyed shirts, work shirts, sandals, headbands and moccasins.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a glass chandelier and a crystal chandelier is in the materials used to produce the light fixtures. Glass chandeliers are made of glass, a hard, brittle material made by melting together a combination of substances, such as sand, soda ash and limestone. When you add lead to these ingredients, you get crystal, a heavier material that can produce a reflective, sparkling effect when cut. Shop a diverse assortment of glass and crystal chandeliers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can spot a real crystal chandelier by checking a few things with the crystal glass itself. First, feel the weight. Crystal is made with lead and will be heavier than glass. Next, the clearer the piece, the more likely it is crystal. And finally, hold the crystal up to light. Light will pass through glass as clear, but crystal refracts the light into rainbows of light. Shop a selection of chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, chandeliers made from real crystal contain lead. That is because authentic crystal is glass made with lead oxide. The presence of lead gives crystal its sparkling effect. You'll find a selection of crystal chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. Crystal chandeliers are still in style and can be found embellishing any room in the home. Crystal chandeliers come in many different shapes and sizes and can be very simple or highly decorative. Shop a selection of vintage and modern crystal chandeliers from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The hanging crystals on a chandelier are called pendalogues, sometimes spelled pendeloques. They can also be referred to simply as prisms. Shop a wide variety of chandelier prisms and pendalogues from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What did men wear in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What men wore in the 1960s varied over the course of the decade. At the start of the ’60s, when the Mod style was all the rage, men often sported boxy Italian-style suits with tight-fitting trousers for work and dressier occasions and polo shirts and turtlenecks paired with fitted trousers for casual dress. As the decade progressed, the Peacock Revolution occurred, with menswear becoming flashier with bright colors and bold prints. Fedoras and trilby hats were common in the early ’60s, but by the start of the 1970s, hats for men were much less common, marking a major departure from the style conventions of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. Explore an assortment of 1960s men's apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Who the most famous fashion designer of the 1960s was is open to debate. Many designers helped define the looks of the decade, each influencing style in their own way. Among these notable designers were Mary Quant, André Courrèges, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Bonnie Cashin, Hubert de Givenchy, Emilio Pucci, Paco Rabanne and Ossie Clark. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1960s.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. 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. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024What the dress style was called in the 1960s varied, as there were several types of dresses that were fashionable during the decade. At the start of the 1960s, many women wore swing dresses featuring fitted bodices and full skirts. Collared, button-up belted dresses called shirtwaist dresses were also popular, as were loose-fitting, flowy shift dresses. By the late 1960s, new styles emerged, such as flared, flowing tent dresses, sleeveless jumpers usually styled over sweaters and blouses and drop-waist dresses, which had their waist seams at the hips rather than the natural waist. Find a variety of 1960s dresses and other vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 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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