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Embossed brass and crystal tiered chandelier by Palwa
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Having Brutalist style embossed brass plaques faceted crystals in a tiered design.        
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Vintage 1980s German Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Huge Cascading 24crt Gold Plated Crystal Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Magnificent 24 crt gold plated Crystal Chandelier Lovely Swarovski Crystal Drops This Chandelier
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20th Century German Edwardian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Plate

Gilded Brass and Crystal Chandelier by Palwa 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Handewitt, DE
Fine chadelier in 24 C. gilded brass and crystal glass by Palwa 1970s. With 6 bulbs. High quality
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Vintage 1970s German Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Brass

Baroque Crystal Chandelier Solid Brass Grand Classic Pendant Light
Located in Berlin, DE
Exclusive Crystal Chandelier Handcrafted in Our In-House Atelier Bring timeless elegance into
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2010s German Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1960 Germany Peill Putzler Patmos Tulip Pendant Lamp Crystal Glass
By Peill Putzler
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant tulip glass pendant lamp 'Patmos' designed by Horst Tueselmann. Heavy, thick crystal glass
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Large Gilt Brass Flower Shape Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Hannover, DE
This beautiful chandelier with the finest lead crystal comes from Palwa. Its crystal blossoms and
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Vintage 1970s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Midcentury Jeweled Crystal Chandelier by Palwa Palme Walter , 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Fabulous 1960s 24-karat gold-plated and crystal glass chandelier by Palwa (Palme & Walter) of
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Vintage 1960s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Postmodern Chandelier Crystal Ceiling Lamp Lustre Vintage Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
pushes the boundaries of design? Our postmodern chandelier is the answer to all your desires. Dimensions
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2010s German Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Palwa Golden Brass and Crystal Chandelier, circa 1960
By Palwa
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare rectangular chandelier from brass and glass by Palwa, Germany Delicate ceiling light in
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Small modernist chandelier by Palme Walter, Palwa, Germany, circa 1960
By Palme Walter, Palwa
Located in Paris, FR
Small modernist lantern-shaped chandelier in gilded brass and crystals. Two lights. Total height
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Large Porcelain And Crystal, Gilt Bronze Chandelier, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A oversized 19th-century chandelier featuring sixteen gilt bronze arms and hand-painted floral and
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Antique 19th Century German Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Large Gilt Brass Flower Shape Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large midcentury gilt brass chandelier with crystal glasses, made by Palwa, Germany, manufactured
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Dramatic Two-Tier Kinkeldey Chandelier with Square Crystals
Located in Stamford, CT
An drum form Kinkeldey chandelier comprising two tiers of heavy 4" square crystals. Superb
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Steel, Chrome

Floral Crystal Glass Chandelier by Sölken
By Palwa, Kinkeldey, Bakalowits Söhne, J.T. Kalmar, Sölken Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Stunningly beautiful and very high quality small chandelier from the 1960s. The excellent
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Kinkeldey Crystal Ice Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s, Germany
By Kinkeldey
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Kinkeldey ice glass chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s. The light is made of an aluminium
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Delicate Gilt Brass Crystal-Glass Flush mount light by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
Delicate floral chandelier with crystal glass and brass parts made by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Amazing Huge Gold-Plated Brass Cascade Chandelier by Palme, Germany, 1960s
By Ernst Palme
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
An amazing, huge and spectacular mid - century gold-plated brass and crystal chandelier by Ernst
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Hollywood Regency Crystal and Gilded Chandelier by Palwa
Located in Antwerp, BE
structure composed of cut crystals in perfect state of preservation. Rare design object that will brighten
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Modern Crystal Chandelier Art Nouveau Lustre Art Deco New
Located in Berlin, DE
that combines elegance and glamour? Our majestic chandelier is the answer to all your wishes
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2010s German Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Mid-Century Modern 7-Light Crystal Pendant Lamp by Kinkeldey Germany
By Kinkeldey
Located in Hannover, DE
stairwell. Large crystal plates encase the lamp, creating a beautiful atmosphere with their star pattern
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Petite Stunning Pendant, Chrome and Crystal Glass by Kinkeldey, Germany, 1970
By Kinkeldey
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning three-tier chandelier by Kinkeldey, Germany, manufactured in circa 1970-1979. A handmade
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

1960s Crystal and Chrome Seven-Light Chandelier by Kinkeldey
By Kinkeldey
Located in Schoorl, NL
Majestic four-tier chandelier with large crystal glass ornaments hanging from a chrome frame, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Petite Stunning Pendant, Chrome and Crystal Glass by Kinkeldey, Germany, 1970
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning three-tier chandelier by Kinkeldey, Germany, manufactured in circa 1970-1979. A handmade
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Large Gilt Brass Chandelier, Sciolari Design by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Gaetano Sciolari, Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high-quality gilded chandelier or pendant light fixture by Palwa -Design Sciolari
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Large Gilt Brass Chandelier, Sciolari Design by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Gaetano Sciolari, Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high-quality gilded chandelier by Palwa -Design Sciolari, Germany, 1970s. It is
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Large Gilt Brass Chandelier, Sciolari Design by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Gaetano Sciolari, Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high-quality gilded chandelier by Palwa -Design Sciolari, Germany, 1970s. It is
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Spectacular petite Backlit Mirror Gilded Brass, Crystal Glass by Palwa, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high-quality petite gilded wall mirror by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Big Baroque Crystal Chandelier Solid Brass Grand Classic Pendant Light
Located in Berlin, DE
Exclusive crystal chandelier, handcrafted in our in-house workshop Add timeless elegance to your
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2010s German Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

New Ceiling Light Antique Look Chandelier Plafonnier Crystals Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
Chandelier Ceiling Chandelier - Empire Elegance with Customizability Introducing a new Art Deco
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2010s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Art Deco Style Crystal Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By Palwa, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, J.T. Kalmar, Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in München, DE
Wonderful chandelier from the 1960s. The 36 beautifully shaped Art Deco glass elements create an
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Montgolfièr Empire Chandelier Crystal Classic traditional Brass Glass NEW
Located in Berlin, DE
across a piece that leaves a lasting impression. For me, it was this chandelier a stunning original from
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2010s German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Baroque Brass Empire Chandelier Crystal Lustre Lamp Antique Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a stunning Brass Baroque Empire Chandelier, an exquisite piece adorned with
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21st Century and Contemporary German Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wire

1 of 2 Petite Crystal Glass Rod Pendant Light, Germany, 1970s
By Honsel, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 2 Petite crystal glass rod pendant light, Germany, 1970s. Wonderful light effect. Sockets: It
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Beautiful Midcentury Brass Crystal Glass Chandelier from Vereinigte Werkstätten
By Vereinigte Werkstätten Für Kunst Im Handwerk
Located in München, DE
Very impressive beautiful rare Mid Century modern brass crystal glass chandelier. Manufactured in
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Baroque Brass Empire Chandelier Rock Crystal Lustre Lamp Antique Gold Swan
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a stunning Brass Baroque Empire Chandelier, an exquisite piece adorned with captivating
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21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Brass, Wire

Handcrafted Crystal Chandelier made of Solid Brass with Gold Finish
Located in Berlin, DE
Handcrafted Crystal Chandelier made of Solid Brass with Gold Finish Twelve Light Ceiling Fixture
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2010s German Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Kinkeldey Chandelier in Pink and Clear Faceted Crystal, 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Kinkeldey rectangular Prysm pink and clear crystal four-tier chandelier, Germany
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Steel, Chrome

Spectacular LargeBacklit Mirror Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass by Palwa, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high quality gilded wall mirror by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s It is
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Brass, Crystal and White Flussglas Glass Candle Chandelier, Werner Mieth
By Werner Mieth
Located in Dresden, DE
Elegant chandelier of brass, white Flussglas and crystal for four candles (3 outer candles, and 1
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Antique Early 1800s German Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Gilt and Beaded Regency Style Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, circa 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A large Regency style six-light gilt brass and crystal pearls chandelier by Palwa, Germany, circa
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Spectacular Backlit Mirror Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass by Palwa, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high quality gilded wall mirror by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s It is
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

1970s Aluminium Cascade Pendant Light with Crystal Glass, Germany
Located in Wolfurt, AT
1970s Cascade Pendant Light with Crystal Glass Decorative cascade pendant light from the 1970s
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Spectacular Backlit Mirror Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass by Palwa, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high quality gilded wall mirror by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s It is
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, 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

Spectacular Backlit Mirror Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass by Palwa, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high quality gilded Wall Mirror by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s It is
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

1960s Austrian Kalmar Crystal Faceted Tubular Glass Chrome Pendant Chandelier
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, England
chandelier with textured faceted crystal glass tubes suspended from a chromed-metal frame. The eight clear
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Spectacular Backlit Mirror Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass by Palwa, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high quality gilded wall mirror by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s It is
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Low Flushmount Crystal Chandelier Empire Big Palace Lamp Chateau Lustre
Located in Berlin, DE
handcrafted in Berlin. This chandelier is a harmonious fusion of Empire grandeur and lead crystal luxury
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21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Wire

1950 s Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier
By Palwa
Located in Schoorl, NL
complemented by beautiful crystals create a timeless feel for this chandelier that would be at home in almost
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Mid-20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Spectacular Backlit Mirror Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass by Palwa, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful and high quality gilded wall mirror by Palwa (Palme & Walter), Germany, 1970s It is
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Two Gilt Brass Cut Glass Flower Tiered Chandeliers, by Palwa, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of two tiered floral chandeliers with cut crystal glass flowers and gilt brass canopy
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

German Vintage Gilt Brass and Glass Ceiling Light Pendant Chandelier, 1960s
By Palwa, Christoph Palme
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful massive crystal glass drops and gold/nickel-plated brass pendant chandelier. Germany
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Large Crystal Glass and Brass Flush Mount, Designed by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful flush mount light fixture by Palwa, Germany, 1970s. It is made of a brass frame
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 2 Petite Pendant lights Crystal Glass by Kinkeldey, Germany, 1970s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning petite chandelier by Kinkeldey, Germany, manufactured in circa 1970-1979. A handmade and
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Floral Crystal Glass Chandelier by Ernst Palme
By Palwa, Ernest Palme, Bakalowits Söhne, J.T. Kalmar, Kinkeldey
Located in München, DE
Extremely beautiful and high quality floral chandelier from the 1960s. The high-quality workmanship
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Stunning Large Flush Mount, Brass and Crystal Glass by Kinkeldey, Germany, 1970s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning four-tier chandelier by Kinkeldey, Germany, was manufactured circa 1970-1979. A handmade
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Mid-Century Modernist Eight Arm Chandelier in Cut Crystal Polished Nickel
Located in New York, NY
of mid-20th century design. Crafted in Germany, the chandelier features a graceful eight-arm curved
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Nickel

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German Crystal Chandelier For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic German crystal chandelier available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, stone and crystal, every German crystal chandelier was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a German crystal chandelier, we have 745 options in-stock, while there are 14 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a German crystal chandelier — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A German crystal chandelier, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made German crystal chandelier over the years, but those crafted by Palwa, Kinkeldey and Doria Leuchten Germany are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a German Crystal Chandelier?

A German crystal chandelier can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,948, while the lowest priced sells for $147 and the highest can go for as much as $47,500.

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 German Crystal Chandelier
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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, 2024
    What 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 ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The 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, 2022
    Yes. 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, 2022
    The 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2022
    You 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.