Fine Art Chandelier
Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Glass
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Alabaster
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Nickel
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze, Nickel
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Vintage 1930s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze, Copper
20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Chrome, Nickel
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Alabaster, Bronze
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Silver Plate
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Blown Glass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal
Vintage 1940s European Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Vintage 1940s European Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Vintage 1950s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal
Vintage 1920s European Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Vintage 1940s European Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Wire
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Wire
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century French Gothic Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Bronze
Antique 19th Century English Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Lead
Early 2000s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Nickel
Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Nickel
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Chrome
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Chrome
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Alabaster, Bronze
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Chrome
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Wire
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Alabaster
2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings
Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Digital, Inkjet, Giclée
Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Alabaster, Bronze
Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Copper
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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.
- What is considered fine art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Artworks produced for their intellectual value and aesthetic appeal are generally considered fine art. Anything made to serve a functional purpose generally is not. In addition, artwork must be one of a kind or produced only in a limited quantity to be thought of as fine. Explore a large selection of fine art on 1stDibs.
- Is drawing a fine art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, drawing is a fine art.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Fine art is a category of art comprising works with purely aesthetic purpose, as opposed to applied art, which serves a practical function.
- Is photography fine art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Photography is considered a fine art by many, although this is controversial.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Fine art encompasses drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking and photography, among other genres.
- Why is it called fine art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024Why it's called fine art comes down to the word's origin. The term originates from the Old French word "fin," which means perfected or of the highest quality. The term is fitting since art is classified as "fine" due to an artist's exceptional technique, ingenuity and creativity. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of fine art.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Fine art denotes work of aesthetic value but no functional purpose, whereas decorative art is both visually appealing and functional.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between fine and functional art is its purpose. Functional art usually has a practical use. Ceramics, textiles and industrial design are examples of functional art. On the other hand, fine art typically exists to tell a story, convey a message or express an idea. Examples of fine art include paintings, prints and sculptures. Shop a wide variety of fine and functional art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between fine and folk art comes down primarily to function. Fine artists produce paintings, prints, sculptures and other artworks to express an idea or concept, communicate a message or tell a story. With folk art, artists are usually more interested in following cultural traditions than self-expression. Pieces of folk art often have more practical uses compared to works of fine art, such as quilts and furniture. Other examples of folk art include pottery, masks, textiles and carvings. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of fine and folk art.
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