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Mid-Century Modern Pendant Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mod Mid-Century Modern pendant chandelier tumbled glass on a fiberglass form a palm beach estate
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp. Pale yellow. New electrical system brought up to EU standard. E27
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Lanterns

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Carl Fagerlund
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. New electrical system brought up to
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lightin Cristal by Carl Fagerlund
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern pendant lampin crystal by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. E27 bulbs.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Mid Century Modern Pendant by Valinte Oy, 1950s
By Valinte Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Mid century modern pendant by Valinte Oy Finland, 1950s, milk glass shades, brass frame. Good
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Achille Castiglioni , Italy, 1960s
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Achille Castiglioni , Italy, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Paper

Gaetano Sciolari Architectural Mid-Century Modern Pendant lamp, Italy, 1960s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Den Haag, NL
Gaetano Sciolari architectural Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp, Italy, 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Achille Castiglioni, Italy, 1960s
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Achille Castiglioni, Italy, 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Resin

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Achille Castiglioni, Italy, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Achille Castiglioni , Italy, 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Resin

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light in Glass by Carl Fagerlund
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern pendant light in glass by Carl Fagerlund. 3 E27 bulb.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund Model Cristal Design
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. E27 bulbs.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp Model Eiffel by Jo Hammerborg
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp model Eiffel by Jo Hammerborg. New electrical system brought up to
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Vintage 1960s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Steel

Amazing Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Amazing Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light, 1960s. It comes with 8 x E14 Edison
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Danish Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light Fixture with Teak Frame Shade MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light Fixture with Teak Frame Shade MINT!
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Teak, Smoked Glass

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Pendant / Chandelier, Glass and Brass, Carl Fagerlund
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Pendant / Chandelier, Glass and Brass, Carl Fagerlund Carl Fagerlund
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Three Italian Mid-Century Modern Pendants by Stilnovo, circa 1962
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Three elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern pendants or flush mount fixtures by Stilnovo with engraved
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Murano Glass, Italy
By Carlo Nason
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern pendant light by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Murano glass, Italy 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Large Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Vereinigte Werkstätten München, 1960s
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in Munich, DE
Rare, gorgeous Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Manufactured by Vereinigte
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Ufo Design Mid-century Modern Pendant Lamp by Franco Albini, 1960s, Italy
By Franco Albini
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Ufo Design Mid-century Modern Pendant Lamp by Franco Albini, 1960s, Italy Lampshade is in very
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wicker

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp made in Glass and Metal, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp made in Glass and Metal, 1950s Dimension Height: 25.59 in (64 cm
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Set of Three Exceptional Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamps Germany 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Set of three rare, lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamps or hanging lights
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Exceptional Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light, 1960s, Scandinavia
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Manufactured probably
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Large & Exceptional Mid Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Italy 1970s
By Poltronova, Superstudio
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, elegant Mid Century Modern pendant lamp with rotating lampshade. The lamp resembles
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Mid Century Modern Pendant DIM by Vico Magistretti for Oluce, 1975
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Weesp, NL
Oluce 1975 N.O.S. Mid century Modern Pendant Dim by Vico Magistretti New never used 1975 Dim
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light made in Rattan, Glass and Copper , 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp. Height adjustable from about 35cm to
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Aloys F. Gangkofner for Peill & Putzler
By Peill & Putzler, Aloys F. Gangkofner
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed by Aloys Ferdinand Gangkofner
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass

Set of Three Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamps by Glashütte Limburg Germany 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Munich, DE
Set of three elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamps. Designed and manufactured by Glashütte
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Elegant Mid Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light by Florian Schulz 1960s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant and extremely rare Mid Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed and
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Aluminum

Rare & Elegant Mid Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed and
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Swedish Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Berlin, DE
Swedish Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus. This minimal Mid
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plastic

White Mid-Century Modern Pendant Model "Ufo" by Uno and Östen Kristiansson
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Berlin, DE
White Mid-Century Modern pendant model "Ufo" by Uno and Östen Kristiansson This elegant Mid
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plastic, Oak

Stilnovo Mid-Century Modern Pendant
By Stilnovo
Located in Weesp, NL
Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo pendant. Late 1960s white enameled pendant designed by Joe Colombo for
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Set of Two Elegant Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamps by Erco, 1970s, Germany
By ERCO Leuchten
Located in Munich, DE
Rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamps or hanging lights. Designed and manufactured by
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Amazing Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light by Archi Design Italy
By Archi Design
Located in Munich, DE
A real and rare piece from Flower Power era: highly decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Aluminum

Rare Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp Nervi by Aloys Ferdinand Gangkofner, 1950s
By Aloys F. Gangkofner, Peill & Putzler
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Model Nervi
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass, Opaline Glass

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Aloys F. Gangkofner für Erco 1960s
By Aloys F. Gangkofner, ERCO Leuchten
Located in Munich, DE
Lovely Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed by Aloys F. Gangkofner for ERCO
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plastic

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light by Doria Germany 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Lovely & highly decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Manufactured by Doria
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Rare & Elegant Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Italy 1970s
By Oluce, Vico Magistretti
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and very elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed probably
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Set of Three Mid Century Modern Pendant Lamps by Rupert Nikoll Austria 1970s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Munich, DE
Set of three rare, lovely and elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamps or hanging lights
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Rare & Large Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp Napoli by Aloys F. Gangkofner 1957
By Aloys F. Gangkofner, Peill & Putzler
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Model
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass, Opaline Glass

Mid-Century Modern Pendant by Lightolier
By Lightolier
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Beautiful piece of the early 70s, chrome in its maximum expression of its time, the union of the four spheres to the cylinder make the piece an incredible design.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Pendant by Lightolier
Mid-Century Modern Pendant by Lightolier
H 29.53 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern pendant Lamp in Opaline glass by Holmegaard
By Holmegaard
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp in Opaline Glass by Holmegaard A rare hand-blown
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass

Mid Century /Modern Pendant , Brass , White Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern looking 4 sides Solid Brass frame by a Famous Designer with a Glass shade placed in the
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Modern chandelier manufactured in Italy during the 1960s. The ceiling light feature black enameled
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Berlin, DE
This minimal Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light was designed by Swedish brothers Uno
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plastic, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Pendants with White Glass Spheres
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pendants, glass, chrome-plated metal, Europe, 1960s These atmospheric pendant lamps features each
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Reijmyre Glasbruk
By Reijmyre Glasbruk
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Scandinavian suspension red glass. Swedish manufacturing.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Veca Italian Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light Fixture Chandelier
By VECA, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Smoked glass and gold metal Mid-Century Modern chandelier by Veca.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Pendant , Tiffany type glass work , Custom
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom designed by an interior designer in Los Angeles for a hotel . Hand Made in the Tiffany style of Copper foil and leaded art Glass . Metal frame is finished in a bronze color . ...
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1990s American Late Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Pendants, Steel and Opaline Glass, Europe, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set pendants, opaline glass, Europe, the 1960s. An extensive set of pendants, opaline
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Pendant, Wrought Iron with Antique Style Glass
By Britt Jewett
Located in Santa Paula, CA
well with the Mid-Century Modern design, providing a stylized juxtaposition. Four candles sleeves
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Black Metal, Brass & Opaline Glass Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This pendant was produced in Italy between the '50s and the '60s. It was made by a black painted
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Mid Century Modern Pendant Lamp in Lucite, Wire and Brass
Located in London, GB
other listings of all available shapes and sized listed by The Moderns; LU1001537544492 LU1001537546112
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Pendants in Antique Brass Finish Glass Beads
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom designed and custom made brass Pendants with hand Tied frosted glass beads, Bell shape shade
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1990s North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Danish Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light in Opal Model Wohlert
By Louis Poulsen, Vilhelm Wohlert
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Suspension opal "Wohlert" of Vilhelm Wohlert for Louis Poulsen. Designed in 1949, it is sections for several size and is still produced. This model is old, the system électriqueest ...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light by La Murrina in Murano Glass
By La Murrina
Located in Palermo, PA
This striking pendant light was crafted by La Murrina in Murano during the 1970s. The exquisite
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

Elegant Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern bi-color pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Exceptional & Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Chandelier Germany 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern two-flamed pendant lamp or
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lights, Hammered Polished Brass, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of gorgeous pendants made of hammered solid brass. Each light has one medium base bulb
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Perfect White and Vibrant Orange Mid-Century Modern Pendant / Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
a world of color and freshness then this pendant could be perfect and yours to enjoy soon. You could
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

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Mid Century Modern Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mid century modern pendant you’re looking for. A mid century modern pendant — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. Find 25833 options for an antique or vintage mid century modern pendant now, or shop our selection of 1644 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century modern pendant, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century modern pendant is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Gaetano Sciolari, Stilnovo and Venini each produced at least one beautiful mid century modern pendant that is worth considering.

How Much is a Mid Century Modern Pendant?

Prices for a mid century modern pendant can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $320,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,814.

A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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 and vintage 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 (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), 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.

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 whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — 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.

Questions About Mid Century Modern Pendant
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
    The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.