French 18th Century Chandelier
Antique 1790s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Bronze
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Giltwood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Ormolu
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
21st Century and Contemporary French Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Wrought Iron
Antique Late 18th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chandeliers and Pendants
Glass
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique 19th Century French Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Rock Crystal, Iron
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Ormolu, Bronze
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Wrought Iron
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Bronze
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Ormolu
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Bronze
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Brass
Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Chandeliers and Pendants
Wrought Iron
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Antique 18th Century French Gothic Candelabras
Iron, Metal
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Flush Mount
Metal, Brass
Antique 18th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century French Primitive Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Antique 18th Century American French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Directoire Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Bronze
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Bronze, Tôle
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Tôle
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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