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1960s French Regency Cut Crystal "Rotunda" form Gilt Framed Chandelier
By Maison Baguès
Located in Opa Locka, FL
This 1960's French Regency style Cut Crystal Beaded Chandelier is in a "Rotunda" form. Breathtaking
Category
Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
$2,840 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s Hollywood Regency Sapphire w/Clear Cut Crystal Tiered Waterfall Chandelier
By Palwa
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Opulent 1960's Hollywood Regency Sapphire Blue with Clear Cut Crystal Tiered Waterfall Chandelier
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
1960s Pair of Banci Of Florence Floral Crystal Chandelier, Italian
By Banci Firenze
Located in London, GB
Pair of 1960s bi-colour 6-branch chandeliers by Banci of Florence featuring an intricate crystal
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Bakalowits Chandelier, Brutalist Style 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
Bakalowits Vintage Crystal Flushmount Gold Chandelier Ceiling Low 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Berlin, DE
A Masterpiece from Austria's Bakalowits Company, Circa 1960s
Step into the realm of timeless
Category
Vintage 1960s European Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Wire
1960s Grand Hollywood Regency Austrian Cut Crystal Whimsical Chandelier by Palwa
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Grand and Opulent 1960's Hollywood Regency Austrian Cut Crystal Amethyst/ Clear Cut Spheres/ Amber
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Gaetano Sciolari, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Chandelier, Brass, Crystal, 1960s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Manhasset, NY
Gaetano Sciolari, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Chandelier, Brass, Crystal, 1960s
A chandelier
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, 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
Category
Mid-20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960
s Steel
Colored Glass Pendant Attributed to Crystal Arte
By Cristal Arte
Located in Schoorl, NL
an added touch of colour. Attributed to Crystal Arte.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
$2,185 Sale Price
20% Off
1960
s Brass
Crystal Glass Pendant in Style of Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Schoorl, NL
Three petit pendants by Palwa. Consist of a gilded brass frame & rings with crystal Glass “lenses
Category
Mid-20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$1,425 / item
Gorgeous Gilt Brass Facet Cut Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa Germany 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Munich, DE
Awesome Mid Century Modern chandelier or pendant lamp with large facet cut crystal glass elements
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
One of Two Gold-Plated Kinkeldey Crystal Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two chandeliers with sculptural faceted crystals on a gold-plated brass frame made by Kinkeldey
Category
Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Palwa Chandelier, Gilded Brass and Faceted Crystal, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Rijssen, NL
Wonderful pair of gilded brass and faceted crystal chandeliers by Palwa, Germany, manufactured in
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Crystal and Gilt Brass Chandelier by Palwa, circa 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Huge mid - century brutalist style gilt brass and crystal chandelier by Palwa, Germany, circa 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960
s Brass
Crystal Glass pendant by Bakalowits
Sons
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Schoorl, NL
Six rings of crystal glass gems. Beautiful design and stunning chain.
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960s Hollywood Regency Pink
Amethyst Cut Crystal 15 Light Chandelier by Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960's Grand Hollywood Regency Brass Framed Pink and Amethyst Cut and Polished Crystal Waterfall
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Kinkeldey Crystal Glass and chrome Chandelier. Germany 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Catania, CT
This stunning ceiling chandelier is likely a Kinkeldey production from the 1960s, featuring a
Category
Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Large Two-colored Six-tier Crystal Venini Chandelier from Italy, 1960s.
By Paolo Venini, Murano 5
Located in Almelo, NL
Large two-colored six-tier crystal Venini chandelier from Italy, 1960s.
This large exquisite six
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1960s Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier in the Style of Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Schoorl, NL
This is a wonderful design attributed attributed to Lobmeyr. Stunning crystal glass and patinated
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$6,451 Sale Price
20% Off
1960
s Brass
Crystal Glass Pendant in Style of Bakalowits
Söhne
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Schoorl, NL
Twelve rows of crystal glass gems. Beautiful design chain.
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$1,425 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s French Regency 500+ Hand Cut Crystal Petal/ Flowered w/ Fruit Chandelier
By Maison Baguès
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Masterpiece 1960's French Regency Hand Cut Crystal Petal/ Flowered with Blown Glass Fruit
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Vintage 1960s French Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
$9,500 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Crystal Brass Basket Chandelier Ceiling Light With Tassels France, 1960s
Located in Bastogne, BE
adorned with crystals create a stunning effect and make the chandelier a true work of art. Combined with
Category
Vintage 1960s French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Ernst Palme for Palwa, 1960s
By Ernst Palme, Palwa
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This exquisite chandelier from the 1960s, designed by Ernst Palme, is a true statement piece that
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by Bakalowits, Gilt Brass Crystal Glass, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A very exclusive and high quality gold plated chandelier by Bakalowits & Soehne, Austria
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Lovely Gold and Crystal Chandelier Attributed to Lobmeyr, Vienna, circa 1960s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A lovely 24-karat gold plated brass and cut-crystal chandelier attributed to Lobmeyr, Austria
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Bakalowits
Sohne Chandeliers, Brass and Crystal Glass, Austria, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Rijssen, NL
circa 1960-1969. With huge gem-like crystals and gilded brass frame. The crystals are meticulously cut
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Polished Brass
Crystal 6 Armed Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, 1960s, Italy
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Polished brass & crystal prism 6 armed chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, 1960s, Italy
Lamp is in
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
J.L Lobmeyr Chandelier with Crystal Glass, Austria, 1960s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wien, AT
J.L Lobmeyr chandelier with crystal glass, Austria, 1960s
Original condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Carl Fagerlund Brass
Crystal Glass Chandelier for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in St. Leonards-On-Sea, GB
A mid-century ceiling light with 5 brass arms and crystal glass leaf light diffusers. Designed by
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960s, Crystal and Brass Cylinder Chandelier by Orrefors for Tyringe, Sweden
By Orrefors, Konsthantverk Tyringe 1
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and in perfect condition brass chandelier or pendant with twelve crystal cylinders
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
$2,137 Sale Price
49% Off
Golden Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Hagenbach, DE
An extraordinary chandelier by Palwa made in Germany in the 1960s. The lamp has a very elegant
Category
Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Golden Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Hagenbach, DE
An extraordinary chandelier by Palwa made in Germany in the 1960s. The lamp has a very elegant
Category
Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Golden Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Hagenbach, DE
An extraordinary chandelier by Palwa made in Germany in the 1960s. The lamp has a very elegant
Category
Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1960s Drum Chandelier Crystal, Brass and White Lucite in the Manner of Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant drum shaped chandelier with faceted crystals and lucite panels on a golden brass frame
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Italian Art Deco Murano Glass Waterfall Chandelier in Crystal and Brass, 1960s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Gorgeous and rare big chandelier with countless Murano crystal glass drops in transparent and light
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge 15-Light Crystal Chandelier by Bakalowits
Sons, Vienna, circa 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Huge mid- century, fifteen - light cut crystal and nickeled brass chandelier by Bakalowits & Soehne
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Gaetano Sciolari Chandelier from 1960s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Vienna, AT
1960s chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari in silverplate and crystal,
with six arms. Excellent overall
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Silver Plate
$1,769 Sale Price
35% Off
Huge Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Kinkeldey, Germany, 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning six-tier chandelier by Kinkeldey, Germany, manufactured in, circa 1960-1969. A handmade
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
24-Carat Gold-Plated and Faceted Crystal Chandelier by Rejmyre, 1960s Sweden
By Reijmyre Glasbruk
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
, Sweden, 1960s.
The chandelier is build up out of six rings and a crown filled with faceted crystal chains
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Neoclassical Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Leaf
$1,895 Sale Price
20% Off
1960
s Brass
Crystal Glass Pendant in Style of Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Schoorl, NL
Beautiful petite brass and crystal glass pendant.
Several rows of diamond cut crystals in
Category
Mid-20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian 1960s Gilt-metal and Tole 7-light Chandelier with Crystal Flowers
By Maison Baguès
Located in San Francisco, CA
the openwork chandelier capped with a spheroid element supporting six scrolled candlearms; all
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Extraordinary Doria Midcentury Crystal Ice Glass Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Doria ice glass chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its rare glass
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
1960s Palwa Six-Light Crystal Cut-Glass and Gilt Brass Chandelier
By Palwa
Located in Schoorl, NL
Elegant chandelier with jewel-like crystal glass and gilt brass rings by Palwa. 40 large round
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century 1960s five-tier eight light Ernst Palme Crystal Glass Chandelier
By Ernst Palme
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
Awesome Ernst Palme, 1960s brass and crystal glass five-tier chandelier.
The chandelier require 8
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
$1,235 Sale Price / item
62% Off
Mid-Century 6-Light Brass And Crystal Chandelier Attributed To Sciolari 1960s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century 6-light brass and crystal chandelier attributed to Sciolari 1960s
Intact and in good
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1960s Palwa Six-Light Crystal Glass and Gilt Brass Chandelier by Palwa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Unique eight-light chandelier with gilt brass beautifully shaped rings and plates. Its truly
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1 of 2 Large Bakalowits Chandelier, Brass and Crystal Glass, Austria, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning six-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
Impressive Large Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning chandelier by Palwa (Palme and Walter), Germany, manufactured in the 1960s. It’s
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Impressive Large Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning chandelier by Palwa (Palme and Walter), Germany, manufactured in the 1960s. It’s
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Impressive Large Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning chandelier by Palwa (Palme and Walter), Germany, manufactured in the 1960s. It’s
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Impressive Large Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning chandelier by Palwa (Palme and Walter), Germany, manufactured in the 1960s. It’s
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Impressive Large Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa Germany, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning chandelier by Palwa (Palme and Walter), Germany, manufactured in the 1960s. It’s
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Bakalowits
Sohne Dazzling Gold Plated Chandelier 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in New York, NY
ambiance of any space.
This gold-plated chandelier with its shimmering crystals and gold ornaments will
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
Pair of Large Midcentury Crystal Chandeliers, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1960's bronze and crystals chandeliers with 6 interior lights and 8 arms. Branches with
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Vintage 1960s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass
1960s Venini Chandelier from Trilobo Series
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Italian original 1960s Venini five-tiered chandelier from the 'Trilobo' series with 85
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Rare Kaiser Leuchten Midcentury Crystal Ice Glass Circular Chandelier, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Kaiser Leuchten ice glass chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Doria Two-Tier Midcentury Crystal Ice Glass Circular Chandelier, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Doria ice glass chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its rare glass
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
$1,538 Sale Price
10% Off
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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 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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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