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Material: Crystal
A Very Large Italian Murano Gold Palm Leaf Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A very large flamboyant Murano palm leaf chandelier. The gilt frame supporting the 24 Carat gold flecked Murano glass leafs, with a tiered ...
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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Pair French Art Deco Art Nouveau Gilt Chandelier w Amber Crystal Glass Fringe
Located in Coimbra, PT
Fabulous Art Deco or Art Nouveau amber and clear twisted crystal glass fringe and gilt bronze chandelier. Price per unit. Dimentions: Diameter 17.72 in/ 45 cm Height 25.56 in/ 70 cm...
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Early 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass, Bronze

Maison Baguès Style Iron and Crystal Lantern Chandelier, Italy, 1950 s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful iron and crystal lantern chandelier in the style of the prestigious Maison Baguès. One light handmade bronzed metal with crystal stones, beautiful piece of art. The Fixtu...
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1950s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

21st Century Ophelia Gold plated and Crystal Chandelier by Patrizia Garganti
Located in Sesto Fiorentino, IT
Looking upwards it seems like there are strawberry fields on the ceiling! Ophelia, which has been the company’s symbol for years, has evolved into different models of itself. In the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Pair of Italian Gilt Wrought Iron Crystal Flower Thee-Light Wall Sconces, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Amazing, rare pair of large gilded wrought iron three-arm wall sconces, Italy, 1930s. Wonderful handcrafted gilded wrought iron leaf environment, enriched with clear faceted crysta...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Wrought Iron

Josef Hoffmann "Palme Paris" Chandelier Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
72 cm (28.35 inch) Weight: 16 kg (35.27 lbs) Sockets: 12x max. 40W Edison Screw Sockets E14 (E12 USA) for incandescent and self-ballasted LED lamps USA and CAN: All elec...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Antique Victorian Green Slag Glass Drop Crystal Swag Light Chandelier Shade 24"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 19th century slag pendant light / chandelier. Alternating green and yellow stained slag glass panels arranged in a traditional flower petal / umbrella shape with brass collar at...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Large Brass Wave-Ring Chandelier by Hugo Gorge
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass wave-ring form fitted with six E27 sockets and hand blown and hand grinded crystal glass shades originally desigend by Otto Prutscher for Lobmeyr in the 1930s. The chandelier w...
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1950s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

French Crystal and Bronze Chandelier Attributed to Maison Baguès
Located in Houston, TX
French crystal and bronze chandelier attributed to Maison Baguès. This stunning unusual French Rococo crystal chandelier has eight lights and has been n...
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1920s French Rococo Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

1920 French Maison Bagues Style Crystal Lantern Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing one light. This lantern will be rewired using a certified US UL socket for the USA and appropriate sockets for all other countries. Completely beaded and adorned with all sh...
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1920s French Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Huge Candelabrum Crystal Antique Chandelier Classic traditional Massive Wide
Located in Berlin, DE
Huge candelabrum crystal antique chandelier ceiling lustre Art Nouveau Measures: Total height 140 cm, height without chain 110 cm, diameter 110 cm. Weight (approximately): 35 kg. Number of lights: 30-light bulb sockets: E14 material: Brass, cut glass, crystal, New electricity! New cable! Restored and rewired. tested. Ready to hang. Total length variable. Old chandelier with love and professionally restored in Berlin. electrical wiring works in the US. Re-wired and ready to hang not one missing Cabling completely renewed. Crystal, hand-knotted The chandelier is sent in a specially made wooden box so that safe transport is guaranteed. So worldwide shipping is no problem. they will for everyone the chandelier is wired in such a way that it works worldwide without any modification. in USA the chandelier works. ready to connect. before shipping the chandelier will be cleaned. missing crystals added. just cleaned and complete. will be sent. You are buying from a specialty chandelier store. with years of experience and heart for chandeliers Huge Candelabrum Crystal Antique Chandelier Classic...
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Early 18th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Wire, Brass

c1890-1900 Antique Anglo-Irish Traditional Cut Leaded Crystal Chandelier
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Masterpiece in Cut Glass and Lead Crystal. c1890-1900 Antique Anglo Irish Traditional style Cut & Leaded Crystal Chandelier. This is a beauty!...
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1890s Irish Georgian Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Late 19th Century Cut Crystal 18-Light Hanging Chandelier
Located in Tarry Town, NY
An exceptional example of 19th-century French craftsmanship, this opulent 18-light chandelier is masterfully composed of hand-cut crystal drops and prisms arranged in a cascading sil...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Large Bohemian 12-Light Crystal Chandelier
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a large mid-20th century 12-Light Bohemian Crystal Chandelier. The photos speak to the beauty of this chandelier. The twelve cut crystal candle arms are in good condition wit...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Rococo Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Italian Rococo Crystal Chandelier
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
This is a classic Rococo style chandelier hand made in Italy circa 1940 with an array of crystals on a brass frame. The chandelier has six candle shaped E14 lights which have been pa...
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Italian Rococo Crystal Chandelier
Italian Rococo Crystal Chandelier
$2,958 Sale Price
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German Vintage Gold-Plated Pendant Light Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful gold-plated brass and crystal glass drops/globes chandelier. Germany, 1960s. Height (Body): 12 in Lamp sockets: 6.          
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1960s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal, Brass

18th Century Italian Tuscan Basket Shaped Chandelier with 6 Lights
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th Century Italian Tuscan Basket Shaped Chandelier with 6 Lights
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18th Century Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

French 19th Century Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in London, GB
An elaborate bronze and crystal 10 arm chandelier. The scrolled foliate bronze frame, decorated with lead crystal centre stem and faceted dish beneath with a large crystal ball...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

1 of 2 Large Brass and Crystal Glass Pendant by Sische, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful large and high-quality gilded chandelier/pendant light fixture by Sische, Germany, 1970s It is made of a brass frame decorated with 6 crystal glasses. The lamp takes 6 s...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Venini Italian Art Glass Crystal Chandelier
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Mid-Century Modern Venini Italian art glass crystal chandelier.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Italian Murano Glass Drop Waterfall Chandelier, 1960
Located in Herentals, BE
Very striking waterfall chandelier with smoked glass Murano pearls. The silver-coloured metal chandelier has 5 light points, fitting E 14 and is equipped...
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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

Bauhaus Styled Pendant by Herbert Proft for Glashütte Limburg
Located in Beerse, VAN
Pendant designed in the 1970’s by Herbert Proft for Glashütte limburg. The lamp is very elgantly finished and very much designed in the Bauhaus style. It...
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1970s German Bauhaus Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Chrome

Large Gilt Brass Flower Shape Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
Located in Hannover, DE
This beautiful chandelier with the finest lead crystal comes from Palwa. Its crystal blossoms and numerous candles make it a feast for the eyes. This chandelier is lovingly crafted b...
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1970s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Crystal Nickel 12 Arm Chandelier by Chapman Myers for Visual Comfort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Reagan chandelier from visual comfort signature, formerly known as Visual Comfort, is a sweeping modern construction of crystal and steel. A Chapman & Myers design descending fro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Montgolfiè Antique Lok Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Lamp Chateau New
Located in Berlin, DE
Montgolfière Style Chandelier - Empire Elegance with Customizability Introducing a new Montgolfière style chandelier that exudes the charm of the Empire era, reimagined with modern ...
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2010s German Empire Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

French Crystal Beaded Chandelier C. 1930 s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French 8-light crystal chandelier featuring star-etched crystals and garlands of macaroni beads, giving a unique and opulent look. The use of a crystal finial in the center, along w...
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1930s French Baroque Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Large Swedish Orrefors Textured Glass Ceiling Fixture
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This large crystal and textured glass ceiling lamp with brass details was made in Sweden 1960s for Orrefors. Good condition. Measures: H 53/35 cm D 40.  
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

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 Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Single Light Pendant for Wiener Werkstätte, Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Hanging- lamp from the showrooms of the Wiener Werkstätte used by Hoffmann in several variations. Hammered originally. Works-number M115, pattern-book of the Wiener Werkstaette: WWMB...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Antique French Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's French chandelier with 12 candelabra lights. Measurements: Drop: 35" Diameter: 28"
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Early 1900s French Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Huge J.L. Lobmeyr Metropolitan Opera Sputnik Crystal Brass Met Chandelier Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
An iconic large mid-century Metropolitan Opera exploding star / starburst Sputnik chandelier, designed by Hans Harald Rath in 1966 and executed by J. & L. L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Large Rupert Nikoll 27“ MidCentury Basket Brass Leaves Chandelier, Austria, 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and large Austrian modernist brass chandelier, designed and manufactured by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, in the 1950s. This impressive piece, with its 27-inch diameter...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

1 of 7 Delicate Brass and Crystal Flush Mount by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Petite Delicate floral Flush mount with crystal glass and gilded brass parts made by Palwa, Germany, 1970s. Featuring a multitude of crystal glasses. It is an exquisite lighting fixt...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Lobmeyr Chandelier Oswald Haerdtl, Brass Crystal Glass, 1950s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic chandelier designed by Oswald Haerdtl for J. & L. Lobmeyr, Vienna, circa 1955. The grace and loftiness of Haerdtls early works made him to one of the most important desig...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Mid-20th Century Large Copper and Holophane Lead Crystal Pendant Light
Located in Nantucket, MA
This is a fabulous vintage pendant light. It is a married combination of large copper shade from a decommissioned ship coupled with a large, prismatic Holophane lead crystal plate. I...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Copper

Big Maria Theresa Crystal Chandelier Antique Classic Clear Glass
Located in Berlin, DE
Old chandelier with love and professionally restored in Berlin. electrical wiring works in the US. Re-wired and ready to hang. not one missing. Cabling completely renewed. Crystal, h...
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1930s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Italian Empire Crystal and Gilt Tole Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Empire crystal and gilt tole chandelier circa 1850-1879. Neoclassical style chandelier decorated in gilded pierced repousse tole bands. Strung with clear crystal prisms and p...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Iron, Tin, Gold Leaf

Brass Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Lamp
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing our Exquisite Antik Chandelier – a masterpiece of elegance and style that seamlessly complements any space with a touch of timeless beauty. With its stunning details and ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Palm Chandelier with Crystals
Located in New York, NY
A circa late 1940's French palm frond five-light chandelier with crystals. Measurements: Drop: 26" Diameter: 24"
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1940s French Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

15-Light Gilded Metal And Crystal Ceiling Light Attributed to Maison Baguès
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century gilded metal and crystal ceiling light attributed to Maison Baguès 15 lights, 1960s Intact and in good condition. Observe how the golden metal leaves are covered by cryst...
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1960s French Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

1 of 2 Kinkeldey Chandelier Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning five-tier chandelier by Kinkeldey, Germany, manufactured in circa 1970-1979. A handmade and high quality piece. The chandelier features a 24-karat gold-plated four-tier st...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Gaetano Sciolari Lampadario Ottone Mid-Century Design Modernariato
Located in Taranto, IT
Gaetano Sciolari Lampadario Ottone Mid-Century Design Modernariato. Struttura interamente in ottone, gocce in cristallo. 6 punti luce. L’articolo è in buone condizioni conservativ...
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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

French Empire Style Crystal Glass and Brass Three-Tired Chandelier, 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Empire style crystal glass and brass three-tired chandelier, the 1930s. Charming and compact French Empire-style crystal glass and brass chandelier from the 1930s. This lovely...
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1930s French Empire Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass, Bronze

Maria Theresia Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Lamp Luster Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
This magnificent Maria Theresa chandelier is a real highlight for any room. The frame is completely covered in glass and lavishly decorated with cut crystal drops in different shapes...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass, Wire

"Il Pezzo 3 Long Chandelier" - length 150cm/59” - satin brass - crystal - LEDs
Located in Firenze, IT
Inspired by Arabic calligraphic art and the icon of the classical candelabrum is Il Pezzo 3, a collection of lamps with a hand-forged brass struc...
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2010s Italian Modern Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass, Bronze

Majestic Huge Schonbek "Camelot" 2643 Crystal Gem Cut 84 Light Chandelier
Located in Tustin, CA
Very elegant, finest quality, estate Schonbek Swarovski Gemcut crystal chandelier features classic Napoleonic Empire style. This stately and magnificent chandelier has two tiers and approximately 84 incandescent lights. It measures 65" long and 41.5" in diameter. The hardware is finished in gold. This chandelier is lavishly draped in crystals. The retail price of a new, made to order chandelier of this size is over $22,000.00. Reference page 104 of the Schonbek Beyond Lighting catalogue shown in the photos. Schonbek Worldwide Lighting, a Swarovski company, has 149 years of experience crafting superior crystal...
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Early 2000s Austrian Empire Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

1940s Italian Completely Beaded Basket Lavender Purple Chandelier, circa 1920
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 4 lights in beaded cups. Completely beaded with a beaded lace bottom. Adorning rare lavender purple crystal prisms throughout and huge smooth lavend...
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1940s Italian Empire Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Amber Crystal Antique Chandelier Ceiling Florentiner Lustre Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Presenting our cherished old chandelier, lovingly and professionally restored in Berlin. Its electrical wiring is compatible with the US, having been re-wired and prepared for easy h...
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Late 18th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass, Wire

Magnificent Decorative Gilt Crystal Chandelier With 35 Arms
Located in London, GB
This is an exceptional gilded brass and crystal chandelier, a grand statement piece , richly adorned with hand-cut glass and intricate classical detailing. This 35 light chandelier ...
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1950s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

Certified Maison Bagues Ship Chandelier - iron and crystal
Located in Paris, FR
Certified Maison Baguès Chandelier - iron and crystal Finish: Gold or Silver gilding Re-edition of its old model "Le Bateau". UL listing...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Iron

Antique Amber / Clear Cut Crystal Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your space with the timeless allure of this Antique Cut Crystal Six-Light Chandelier. This chandelier is a true embodiment of classic elegance and craftsmanship, meticulously...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

French bronze and crystal 8 light palm chandelier deco
Located in Houston, TX
The unique shape of this chandelier makes it desirable The fine quality of the bronze is exceptional, and the Graceful shape of the palm fronds is fine. It has eight lights hidden i...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Huge Maison 1940s Baguès Beaded Crystal Chains Chandelier RARE
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing an impressive 6 lights, will be newly rewired with certified US UL sockets for the USA and appropriate socket for all other countries. A rare example of Maison Baguès. So man...
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1940s French Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Mid-Century Modern Maison Baguès Gold Gilt Beaded Rock Crystal Large Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Large Mid-Century Modern Maison Baguès Style Gold Gilt With Beading Bird Cage With Alternating Crystals And Rock Crystals Suspending From Art Glass Flowers, This Chandeli...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Rock Crystal

Eclipse Emile Stejnar Blowball Brass a Crystal Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Spectacular, 1950s Emil Stejnar chandelier for Rupert Nikoll, Austria. This sparkling orb is one of the larger versions of this eclips design. The chandelier consists of a brass body...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Pair of Exceptional Large French Cut- Crystal Chandelier 1930
Located in Rome, IT
A pair Exceptional and rare rare twelve-light crystal chandelier in the manner of Baccarat. The 12 lights are on two floors. The crystals are perfectly preserved. Cleaned and re-wir...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

Austrian Beaded Glas Flower Lead Crystal Lantern, Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
One of kind beaded glass flower and lead Crystal gilt brass mounted lantern or pendant by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s. Hexagonal brass structure completely (outsid...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Bakalowits Flush mount light, Brass and Crystal Glass, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning six-tier Flush mount by Bakalowits & Sohne, Austria, manufactured in circa 1960-1969. A handmade and high-quality piece. The ceiling fixture and the frame are made of gilt...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

1930’s French Glass Leaves Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A 1930’s French glass leaves large light fixture with interior lights
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1930s French Regency Vintage Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

French Cut Clear Pink Crystal Waterfall Seven-Light Flush Mount Chandelier 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A wonderful and rare pure crystal six-tier waterfall flush mount or chandelier, France circa 19130-1939. Chrome mounted, frames covered with large pink faceted crystals surrounded by...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Crystal Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal, Chrome

Antique Crystal Chandeliers for Sale: Shop Baccarat Chandeliers, Waterford Chandeliers and Other Lighting on 1stDibs

Antique crystal chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many homes today, but they've come a very long way.

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. 

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 crystal chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. Whether they're Waterford crystal chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers or another iteration, 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 the Beehive pendant light — a fixture created by celebrated Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto — 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 crystal 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 J. L. Lobmeyr chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Swarovski chandeliers and more.

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