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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Mid-Century Large Glass Globe Chandelier by Richard Essig, Germany, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Spectacular mid-century chandelier designed by Richard Essig in Germany, circa 1960s.
This impressive piece features 19 textured glass globes, each beautifully crafted with a ribbed ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair Italian Murano Sconces
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
Italian vintage pair of wall sconces in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 5 large smoked glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp.
P...
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Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$830 / set
Large Brass Wave Chandilier designed by Hugo Gorge, from the 1950
s, Austria
By Hugo Gorge
Located in Vienna, Austria
Beautiful lamp designed by Hugo Gorge in the 1930's. The Wave Chandelier, embodies the
elegance of the Viennese Modern Period of the 1930's This version is from the 1950's, it
has ...
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1950s Austrian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Suspension lamp Ingo Maurer Floatation – Version 2 - 100 cm (39.37 in)
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Alcamo, IT
Model: Floatation – Version 2
Designer: Ingo Maurer (1980)
Floatation is a delicate pendant lamp made of Japanese paper and metal. The red iron ring allows height adjustment, and th...
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2010s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Blue Murano Glass Chandeliers, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1950's hand blown blue Murano glass chandeliers with 6 interior lights. Sold individually.
Measurements:
Diameter: 33"
Height: 18"
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
$14,000 / item
Italian Modern Campana Three-Tier Pendant in Brass
Enamel, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Enamel color may be specified. Pictured are our colors "Greece", "Beach Glass", and "Sweet Mint". Our 36 in-house enamel colors are shown in the final images there is no additional l...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel
Extra Large Sunburst Chandelier Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, Spain 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind extra large (31,5 inches ) gilt sunburst light fixture in wrought iron. Spain, 1940s.
This monumental triple layered ceiling flush mount was entirely made in hand-forge...
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20th Century Spanish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Large Antique Alabaster Chandelier / Pendant w. Great Hand Carved Roses
Leafs
Located in Lisse, NL
Awesome Arts & Crafts, 3-light alabaster chandelier with awesome carvings.
Thanks to its large size, its superbly handcarved rose and flower patterns AND its superb condition this m...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze, Wire
Rattan and Wicker Wire Italian Modernist Conic Pendant / Hanging Light, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern woven wicker wire and rattan conical shaped lantern or pendant ceiling lamp. Italy, 1960s.
The woven wicker shade of this lamp is accented by vertical rattan stic...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wire
Lisa Johansson-Pape, 1950s opaline glass ceiling lamp for ORNO
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover a rare mid-century modern ceiling lamp by the renowned designer Lisa Johansson-Pape for ORNO. This striking big lamp features a handcrafted opaline glass shades that bathe y...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ceiling Lamp Bunch of Flowers Murano Art Glass, 1940s Mid-Century Modern
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Ceiling lamp bunch of flowers Murano art glass 1940s, with delicate flowers made of murano glass, pink color.
Category
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
$2,658 Sale Price
30% Off
Artistic glass lightbulb chandelier Murano Bulb Marcantonio X Multiforme #10
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
The art of Murano glass meets the iconicity of a bulb, together they give rise to a brilliant piece of furniture: a lightbulb, a chandelier or whatever your imagination suggests.
Murano Bulb...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Globe 4 Chandelier, by Research.Lighting, Black, 5in Glass Globe, Floor Model
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe 4 Chandelier designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. It's a floor model that used in a photoshoot. There may be a few incredibly small scuffs but...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$450 Sale Price
70% Off
Zefiro3 Arteluce Frosted Glass Pendant 80s 90s Style
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Frosted glass pendant lamp designed by Pier Giuseppe Ramella for Arteluce. It was designed in the late early 90s. Made of blue and white frosted glasses. Gentle light is shining thro...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
$1,050 Sale Price
40% Off
Limited Edition Tejo Remy Milk Bottle Lamp, 1991
Located in Dronten, NL
The Milk Bottle Lamp Chandelier was designed by Tejo Remy for Droog Design in the Netherlands. Less and more in a single product: 12 sandblasted milk bottles, fitting, cord and connector create light. The Milk Bottle Chandelier...
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1990s Dutch Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
$1,950 / item
Venetian Style Pâte de Verre Glass Metal Caged Lantern Pendant Light
Located in Barntrup, DE
Venetian Style Pâte de Verre glass metal caged lantern pendant light, France, 1970s.
Impressive and large hand-blown Pâte de Verre glass lantern ...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of French Carved Alabaster Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1950's French carved alabaster light fixtures with 3 Edison interior lights.
Priced and Sold individually.
Measurements:
Diameter: 24"
Height of bowl: 6.5"
Category
1950s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of Sconces Pivot Shade Stilnovo Style, Twin Bulb, Jbox, Solid Brass Patina
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Colors available are sage, ivory and matte black. The two shades can be made in different colors. See other chandeliers in my storefront for matching possibilities.
The inside of the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Flowers Rezzonico Amethyst Murano Glass Chandelier Venice Italy 1980s
Located in Villaverla, IT
This exquisite chandelier is an authentic Murano glass masterpiece, handcrafted using traditional techniques passed down through generations. The piece features vibrant colors integr...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Flos Splugen Brau Pendant by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, Italy 1961
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic vintage Splugen Brau pendant lamp in aluminium designed by Achille Castiglioni and produced by Flos in the 1960s in Italy. This lovely p...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Mid-Century Frosted Glass Globe Pendant w/ Brass Accents
Open Bottom
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Globe pendant from the Mid-Century era features frosted glass with an open bottom design and brass hardware. The spherical form diffuses light beautifully while the open base allows ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Kinkeldey Glass Chandelier 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Čelinac, BA
Kinkeldey Chandelier Germany 1960s
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Early German Art Deco Milk and Frosted Glass Luzette Pendant , 1900s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
An early German art nouveau milk and frosted pendant with brass mount, ca.1900s.
Socket: one E27 or E26 (US) for standrad screw bulb.
Category
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
German Minimalist Ball Glass Pendant Lamp from Glashütte Limburg, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist glass ball pendant lamp from the renowned manufacturer glashütte limburg.
the diffuser ball is made of hand-blown opal glass with a satin finish. Glass is not completely r...
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20th Century German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Set of of Neoclassic Crystal Light Fixtures. Sold Individually.
Located in New York, NY
A set of fourteen French circa 1940s six-light gilt bronze flush-mounted chandeliers with crystal drops on a tiered body crowned with crystal acanthus leaves.
Sold individually.
Me...
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1940s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Tole Palm Tree Style 8 Light Chandelier
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Large Tole palm tree form chandelier with 8 lights on faux bamboo arms.
Category
20th Century Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Three Floral Brass and Glass Sputnik Pendants by Emil Stejnar, 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Three Floral Brass and Glass Sputnik Chandelier Pendant by Emil Stejnar, 1950s
polished and stove enamelled
There are 10 sockets for E27 bulbs.
lower light bulbs separately switchabl...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
$712 Sale Price / item
73% Off
Hood Pendant in White Oak by Ravenhill Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hood Family is inspired by wooden sailboats and the work of Aino Aalto. Thin sheets of polyethylene are die cut and bent, joining narrow spines of white oak to create the hooded shade. The complex joinery of the Pendant and Chandelier results in lightweight frames that hold the glowing, sail-like shades aloft. Brass hardware completes the three part material palette.
The Hood Pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Oak
$2,900 / item
Art Deco Era Ornate Brass Pendant Light w/ Stepped Milk Glass Skyscraper Shade
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1930s Art Deco pendant light features a tiered Art Deco milk glass shade featuring stepped geometric layers and is paired with an ornate cast brass fitter in a warm bronze finis...
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1930s American Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Counterbalance Ceiling Fixture, White Enamel + Brass by Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted and made to order, the Counterbalance commands attention with its fluid architectural silhouette, built from a thoughtfully curated palette of on-trend colors and metal f...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel, Aluminum
Kalmar Pendant Light, Ice Glass and Chrome, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pendant lamp by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s. It is made of frosted glasses and chrome (or nickel) plated brass. One medium screw base bulb per light.
The total drop can be altered to a...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Nickel, Chrome
Mid Century modern Murano venetian glass chandelier 1960s Italy
Located in Palermo, PA
Murano Glass Floral Rezzonico Chandelier 1960s
This stunning chandelier is a remarkable example of Venetian craftsmanship from the 1960s. Expertly handcrafted from Murano blown glas...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Valinte, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white opaline glass chandelier produced by Valinte OY, Finland, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.625” H x 16” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25” H x 3....
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Art Nouveau Old Bronze Guimard Chandelier
Located in Rebais, FR
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Art Nouveau with this magnificent Guimard chandelier, a true masterpiece of refinement and poetry. Crafted from oxidized bronze with deli...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
French 1920/30s Dore Gilt Bronze Swag 3 lights Chandelier
Located in Montclair, NY
This early 19th Century petite French chandelier is in the Empire style with a crystal basket motif. The gilt bronze metal frame has bows and ...
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1920s French Empire Revival Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Unusual Midcentury Pendant Lamp with Rosewood Rattle, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Curious and unique entrance hall or corridor pendant light composed of bakelite, brass, opaline glass and rosewood. Anonymous Danish maker circa 1950.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Pendant Light with Pink Glass Shade, Brass, Germany, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Art Deco pendant light with rod suspension and marbled, spherical glass shade. The pink glass shade is made of thick glass and is in very good condition. The lamp dates from the firs...
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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Vintage Industrial Copper Ceiling Lamp, 2000s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage copper ceiling light in industrial style made in United Kingdom between 2000-2010. The brass socket requires B22 light bulbs. New textile wire and a black iron ceiling dome. ...
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Early 2000s British Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Wooden Pendant Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This wooden pendant lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, crafted in the 1960s, creates a very natural and inviting atmosphere, making any space feel warm and cozy. Meticulously crafted from ...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood, Teak
$2,278 Sale Price
20% Off
Lumina Dot Medium Pendant Light in Brass by Foster+Partners
Located in New York, NY
Suspended lamp for indirect lighting with a 40W LED source and diffused light optic system. Aluminum structure with steel matt-painted reflector. This item is also available in a sma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
$3,714 Sale Price / item
15% Off
Large Chandelier Pendant Light
Florida
by J.T. Kalmar, Glass and Brass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large, fantastic, beautiful and high quality pendant light fixture model 'Florida' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The ...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Handblown Murano Glass Giogali
Link
Chandelier by Mangiarotti for Vistosi
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and sophisticated Giogali 'Link' Chandelier was realized by the legendary designer Angelo Mangiarotti for Vistosi, circa 1960. Created in Murano, Italy- the island off t...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
American Style Art Deco Bronze and Alabaster Shades Chandelier or Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Striking and exclusive 1920s light fixture for the perfect atmosphere.
If you are looking for a remarkable light fixture to grace your living spac...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Black Leather Satin Brass Sarah Ceiling Pendant 18"
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Composed of a hand-sewn leather drum fitted between a satin brass top and bottom ring, the Sarah can be customized with the drop height that is right for your space and the pipe can ...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$2,400 / item
Vintage Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen Opaline Delta Pendent
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage Danish Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen Delta opaline glass bell shaped pendant chandelier.
With new twisted black cloth wiring. ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
$156 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Art Deco Chandelier by Ercole Barovier, Murano, 1940s
Located in Budapest, HU
Wonderful and rare Art Deco chandelier by Ercole Barovier, 1940s. Piece of exquisite quality.
From Private collection by Giancarlo Planta.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$3,227 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Amber glass Sputnik chandelier, Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
Very large Mid-Century Modern Amber Murano globes Sputnik chandelier, Italy circa 1990s.
A pair available - sold and priced individually.
The huge chandelier is made of brass mounts ...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$8,000 / item
Murano Waterfall Chandelier in Amber
Clear Textured Glass by Mazzega, 1960
By Mazzega
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cascade Chandelier, Murano Glass Mazzega, Italy, 1960s
Italian Mid-Century Modern hand blown amber colored and clear chandelier / pendant manufactured in Murano by Mazzega...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate
$3,750 Sale Price
20% Off
Artistic Chandelier 6 Arms Clear-gold-white Murano Glass Iris by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Artistic chandelier 6 armsclear-gold-white in Murano glass Iris garden by Multiforme.
Original and innovative artistic glass collection Iris garden. A collection inspired from the f...
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
$5,667 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Montgolfièr Empire Chandelier Crystal Classic traditional Brass Glass NEW
Located in Berlin, DE
A Piece of History Recreated – Timeless Beauty, Faithfully Reborn
Every now and then, you come across a piece that leaves a lasting impression. For me, it was this chandelier a stu...
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2010s German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Anna Karlin Form Light, Bronze
By Anna Karlin
Located in New York, NY
Cast bronze, handblown glass and marble works stretch between floor and ceiling. It is both sculpture and light-giving. The height of each Form is tailored to fit perfectly in any sp...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze
$26,650 / item
Josef Hoffmann "Palme-Dubai" Extend Version with One More Story
Located in Vienna, AT
This is a larger version of the famous Josef Hoffmann Palme.
Material used is brass in any finish, crystal-glass.
Custom-made production at the ...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
One of Three Venini Curved Crystal Glass Gilt Brass Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Vienna, AT
One of Three Venini Curved Crystal Glass Gilt Brass Chandelier, priced per piece, discount available for multiple purchase
Pristine Triete crystal glass chandelier with interlocking...
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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Set of 2 German Hanging Lamps by LIMBURG, Frosted Glass, 1970s
Located in Berlin, BE
A set of two funnel-shaped hanging lamps.
Made of thick frosted glass.
Manufacturer: Limburg
Lampshade height: 22 / 8.66 inch
Total height: on request
Lampshade width: 30 cm / 11.8
...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Elegant Murano Poliedri Chandelier, Carlo Scarpa, 84 Transparent Glasses
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Elegant Italian chandelier made from 84 beautiful Murano transparent glasses "poliedri". Structure in gold and brass colored metal. The Poliedri is one of the most prestigious Murano...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
SLAMP - Clizia Suspension Large - Mama Non Mama White TranspWire by A. Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Clizia Mama Non Mama is a suspension inspired by pure natural beauty, with almost weightless petals that bring balanced allure and a fresh feel to interiors. A hand-folded bouquet of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Other
Very Large Smoked Murano Ice Glass
Brass Pendant 2- Disc Lamp, 1980s, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
Beautifully designed pendant lamp from the 1980s, attributed to the late 1970's to 1980's.
Fantastic design in most likely Murano ice glas in a smoky greyish brown.
Two disks layered...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
$720 Sale Price
78% Off
One of Five Bubble Glass Chrome Pendant Lamps by Staff, 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful bubble glass pendants by Staff, Germany (five identical pieces available) featuring chromed hardware and black cordwire. The glass has got a very subtle smoke effect, the c...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Chrome
$383 Sale Price / item
61% Off
Swedish Designer, Pendant Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and etched glass pendant lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.0"H x 8.25"D
Stem Length (inches): 5.0"
Dimensions of Ca...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass Chain Pendant Murano Glass by Aldo Nason for Mazzega Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega, Aldo Nason
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Space Age vintage original Brass version of chain chandelier ceiling pendant light lighting lamp by Aldo Nason for the manufacture Mazzega. Blown bubble Murano gla...
Category
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Antique and Vintage Chandeliers and Pendant Lights for Sale: Shop Baccarat Chandeliers, Stilnovo Chandeliers and Other Lighting on 1stDibs
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.
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Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.
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A Tale of Two Sputnik Chandeliers
This pair of iconic 20th-century light fixtures with the same name have two very different backgrounds.
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