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Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Style: Neoclassical
Antique NEOCLASSICAL Alabaster Pendant Light w. GREEK KEY Detailing, circa 1920.
Located in Lisse, NL
An exceptional antique amber alabaster ceiling fixture, perfect for an entry hall, bedroom, or any other space. A beautiful and authentic early 20th century alabaster pendant light ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Brass, Wire, Metal

Early Paavo Tynell Pendant 1373 in Brass, Birch Opaline Glass, Taito 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful early example of Paavo Tynell’s 1930s lighting design, model 1373/5. A decorative piece with a dark stained birch ball in the center, five gracefully curved cast brass ar...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Historistic crystal basket chandelier vienna around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic crystal basket chandelier vienna around 1890s Original crystal glass Brass polished and stove enameled
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Artisan Blacksmith Work of a Sailing Ship Frigate in the Shap of a hanging lamp
Located in Hannover, DE
This lamp is made of wrought iron, and it's a perfect example of the amazing artistic and craftsmanship of the 19th century. Every part of this lamp is lovingly crafted by hand, ensu...
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1850s French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Brown Patinated Bronze Pendant by Edward F. Caldwell, 1900
Located in New York, NY
1900 Caldwell brown patinated bronze and glass pendant with 4 interior lights (newly UL rewired)
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Large Vintage Chapman Brass Six Arm Colonial Faux Candlestick Chandelier 36"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 1981 large solid brass chandelier by Chapman. Colonial style with six arms and faux candlestick sockets. Very Heavy. Includes chain and ceiling medallion. Dimensions: 36" x ...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Caldwell Patinated Bronze Light Fixture with Glass inset Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1900 Caldwell gilt bronze and brown patented light fixture with leaded glass, 6 interior lights. Available 8 items, price per item
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Restored Tuscan Brass Chandelier with Hand-Strung Crystal Beads Antique Empire
Located in Berlin, DE
Restored Tuscan Brass Chandelier with Hand-Strung Crystal Beads, Italian Empire Style, circa 1920 A stunning Tuscan chandelier from Northern Italy, dating from around 1920, meticulo...
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1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Collection of Classic Octagon Closed Bell Pendents
Located in Peekskill, NY
These are nice classic pendents. The shape is a closed bell in an octagon. The look is elegant and up scale. Its milk glass with a unique egg shell finish. It still uses the original...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Milk Glass

Neoclassical Style Brass and Glass Pendant Light with Hand-Painted Landscape
Located in Barntrup, DE
Neoclassical style brass and glass pendant light with hand-painted landscape from circa the 1920s. This stunning Neoclassical-style pendant light fixture features a yellow and pale s...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

SUPER DESIGN Pendant Light with Stunning Sculptural ARTISTRY Alabaster Shade
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and majestic, three-light alabaster pendant light with gilt bronze ram head mounts. This rare fixture comes with a stunning design and a superbly polished alabaster shade. This...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

1970s Elegant France Neoclassic Brass Lantern with Curved Glass
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Brass lantern with curved glass from France, 1970. This elegant pendant light features a classic design with a polished brass frame and curved glass panels, creating a timeless look....
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Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1900 Caldwell’s Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Caldwell beautiful leaded glass light fixture with interior lights.
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Italian Brass Chandelier 1920 Hand-Knotted Crystals in Amber Smoke Grey Clear
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant chandelier was crafted in Italy around 1920 and reflects the refined neoclassical Historicist style of the early 20th century. It combines the decorative tradition of th...
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1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Late 19th Century Caldwell Gilt Bronze Chandelier with 12 Lights
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th century Caldwell gilt bronze large chandelier with 12 lights. Neoclassic style
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Late 19th Century North American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Striking Classical Design Press Glass with Original Rope Pendant / Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and practical size 1920s ceiling lamp. This rare and thick glass shade pendant comes with a number of striking, neoclassical features that...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Neoclassical Style Gilt Brass and Glass Ceiling Light, 1920s
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Neoclassical style bronze, brass, and frosted glass ceiling light fixture, circa 1920s. This adorable Neoclassical style three-light ceiling lamp features an impressiv...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Brass Candelabra Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This listing features a brass Neoclassical candelabra style chandelier that houses 6 lights, hardwired and ready to be installed.
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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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 Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

1920’s Caldwell Large Leaded Glass Light Fixtures Pair
Located in New York, NY
circa 1920’s leaded glass large light fixture with interior lights (3 available)
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Liberty Style Chandelier Centre Light
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Liberty Style Chandelier Center Light Made around the turn of the century incorporating Classical style with Art Nouveau influences, the eight branch ar...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1900 Caldwell Bronze and Leaded Glass Large Lantern
Located in New York, NY
circa 1900 Caldwell patinated bronze and leaded glass large lantern with interior lights (8 Edison base)
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

1940’s French Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940’s French gilt bronze chandelier with 12 lights
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Louis XVI Revival Style French Crystal and Bronze Chandelier
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A breathtaking French crystal and bronze chandelier, adorned with delicate crystal flowers and cascading tiers of droplets. Featuring eight lights, this exquisite piece showcases a f...
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

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 Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Iron, Tin, Gold Leaf

Two Cylindrical Four Light Brass Lanterns
Located in Stamford, CT
Two classical American four light cylindrical brass lanterns with curved glass panels. Hardwired with original canopies included. Priced individually.
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

19th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal Six Light Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Antique (late 19th century) six light chandelier in the neoclassical style crafted from gilt bronze and crystal glass, electrified with candelabra size sockets and wiring, ready for ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

French Neoclassical Style White Alabaster, Gilt Bronze and Brass Pendant Light
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical style alabaster, gilt bronze, and brass pendant light fixture. This impressive antique pendant light features a beautifully shaped carved white and ivory tone ala...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

French Neoclassical Style White Glass and Bronze Pendant Light, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
A beautiful Neoclassical style white milk glass pendant ceiling light fixture with an ornate bronze frame. France, 1920s. This ado...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

1940 French Gilt Bronze Scalloped Chandelier 12 Lights
Located in New York, NY
circa 1940’s French gilt bronze scalloped shape chandelier with 12 lights
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Monumental Two-Tiered 12-Light Silvered Chandelier w/ Crown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental size 12-light, two-tiered silvered chandelier. The chandelier is adorned with a crown on top and cherub faces throughout. The fixture is newly rewired and includes chain...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1900s Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Antique circa 1900’s Caldwell large white leaded glass light fixture with interior lights.
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Gilt-Iron and Crystal Italian Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Gilt-iron and crystal Italian chandelier, circa 1860-1879. Six-arm gilded iron chandelier adorned with giltwood and crystal beads and pendants. Each arm supports a candelabra-size li...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Large Neoclassical Style Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light Fixture, ca. 1890
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large French Neoclassical style alabaster and bronze pendant light fixture, ca. 1890. An impressive late 19th-century alabaster ceiling pendant...
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze

French 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Ceramic Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French 19th century slender chandelier made of cast, gilt bronze and accented with a spike at the bottom in cobalt ceramic–vitrified by fire to a depth of color and sheen that could ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1920s Caldwell Silver Plated Light Fixture with Opaline glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s silver plate light fixture neoclassic style with Opaline glass inset and three lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Silver Plate, Bronze

Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light Fixture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Elegant pendant shaped carved alabaster light fixture with brass hardware. Recently re-wired and ready to install. We can adjust the the chain measurement to buyers specification. We...
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20th Century Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Brass

French Louis XVI style Gilt Bronze Lantern Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Gilt bronze lantern with three electrified sockets with faux wax candle covers distinguished by its three lobed glass panels. With original ceiling plate and wiring, ready to hang a...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Large Italian Empire Crystal and Gilt Tole Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Large Italian Empire crystal and gilt tole chandelier circa 1815-1835. Gilt tole repousse rings strung with crystal beads and pendants. Six gilt-iron arms – each supporting a candela...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Iron, Tin, Gold Leaf

1900 Large Leaded Glass Caldwell Lantern
Located in New York, NY
1900 Caldwell unusual design leaded glass large lantern with 6 interior lights. Has ribbons and flowers design, also has canopy and additional chain. newly rewired (UL)
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

18th Century Italian Giltwood, Metal and Rock Crystal Twelve Light Chandelier
Located in Essex, MA
A north Italian giltwood, gilt-metal, cut-glass and rock crystal twelve-light chandelier Genoa, 18th century The central foliate-carved baluster shaft issuing sprays of beaded and ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rock Crystal, Wrought Iron

Hand-Forged Custom Round Iron "Miami" Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Handmade from our exclusive design and newly wired using all UL listed parts. Forged iron with handmade chain and canopy. Three upright standard size sockets rest on cupped iron bobe...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Historistic Chandelier Vienna Around 1890s with Capricorn Heads
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic chandelier vienna around 1890s with Capricorn heads Brass polished and stove enamelled Original old glass shades.
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1900’s Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s Caldwell leaded glass light fixture with interior lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Italian, Piemontese, Silvered Gilt Metal Iron 12-Light Chandelier, ca. 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
hanging from a gilt metal crown form top with roundels and leaf forms, the later glass bead chains connecting to a central ring sharing the same pattern as the upper crown and issuin...
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Early 1800s Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Glass and Bronze Chandelier, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Thirty lights chandelier. Bronze and glass, late 19th century. It is necessary to emphasize the variety of forms and the quality of the colorless glass. The profiles of some beads (...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Other

18th Century Style 40 arms Bronze Gabrielle Fleurs Chandelier
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
Monumental Chandelier, In bronze, 40 arms lights, gold 24K finish. Dimensions : Height 275 cm x 198 cm diameter. It is an enchantment of corollas and flowers, pearly medallions, and ...
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2010s French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Late 19th Historistic ceiling lamp with original glass shades
Located in Wien, AT
Late 19th Historistic ceiling lamp with original glass shades
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Giltwood Crystal 8 Light Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Giltwood & Crystal 8 Light Chandelier with Blue & Topaz Colored Glass Pendents, ca. 1790
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1790s Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

1920 s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Light Fixture with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell neoclassic style light fixtures with beautiful Opaline glass inset.
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

1900 Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
1900 Caldwell leaded glass hanging light fixture with interior lights. great condition.
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

20th Century French Chandelier - Inspired By Coco Chanel
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning 20th-century French chandelier, inspired by the timeless elegance of Coco Chanel, beautifully blends vintage charm with refined craftsmanship. Its gilded metal frame is...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Monumental Large Neo Classical Gilt Bronze Sculptured Oil Lamp Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
Large and amazing work museum quality of lighting Art. The first owner of this incredible piece of lighting art must have been one of the wealthiest people in town, because this qua...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze

Large Signed E. F. Caldwell Bronze and Crystal Empire Style Chandelier
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This truly amazing Gilded Age Chandelier of "tent and bag" form features strands of faceted crystal beads of graduated size. The gilt bronze fra...
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1890s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Ormolu

Gilt Bronze and Glass Lantern in French Louis XVI Style
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional gilt bronze and glass lantern in the French Louis XVI style, featuring four electrified sockets and finely cast neoclassical motifs including foliate swags, flowers, acan...
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20th Century Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Wonderful French Bronze Readed X Louis XVI Lantern Fixture Curved Glass Panels
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French bronze readed X pattern, Louis XVI style lantern fixture having 3 curved glass panels and on the interior a rewired with new sockets 3 candelabra light clust...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

1900 Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
circa 1900’s Caldwell leaded glass light fixture with 8 interior lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Antique French Brass and Bronze Pendant Light with Cut Glass Lampshade, ca. 1900
Located in Barntrup, DE
Antique French brass and bronze pendant light with cut glass lampshade from the circa 1900. This beautiful antique neoclassical style p...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze

A Very Fine English Crystal Gasolier
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Exquisite Gasolier Chandelier, now electrified. Four original etched crystal shades. England circa 1800. Dimensions: Height 41" Diameter 35" including shades.
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1880s French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Italian Giltwood and Crystal Six Light Chandelier
Located in Bradenton, FL
Italian Giltwood and Gilt-Metal Six-Light Chandelier with elegant crystal adornments. Chandelier features a central giltwood baluster column surrounded by six gracefully scrolled gil...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Neoclassical chandeliers and pendants for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical chandeliers and pendants for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chandeliers and pendants created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical chandeliers and pendants made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chandeliers and pendants, popular names associated with this style include Workstead, Edward F. Caldwell Co., Maison Baguès, and Baccarat. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for chandeliers and pendants differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $233 and tops out at $240,000 while the average work can sell for $6,500.

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