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Artemide Arianna Chandelier Pendant Lighting Mid-Century Modern Piero Brombin
By Artemide, Piero Brombin
Located in Miami, FL
Artemide Arianna chandelier, pendant lighting. Large opaline chandelier designed by Piero Brombin
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Metal

Monumental Glass and Iron Deco/ Victorian Fantasy Chandelier / Pendant Lighting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Monumental oversized ...glass and iron deco/ Victorian fantasy chandelier / pendant lighting
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1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Iron

Louis Poulsen Pendant Lighting
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Louis Poulsen pendant light is a stunning lighting fixture known for its timeless design and
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Metal

Arts & Crafts Copper with Slag Glass Shades Pendant Lighting 4 Available
By Arroyo Craftsman
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous craftsman style pendant lighting. All copper with curved slag glass Shades. In excellent
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1980s American Adirondack Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Copper

Mid-Century Modernist Pendant Lighting
Located in Beirut, LB
French art Deco modernist pendant light. The structure is metallic. The glassware is in tones and
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Glass

Vintage Gilt Brass & Frosted Glass Pendant Lighting
Located in Bastogne, BE
Chandelier with 6 light points is the quality in every detail of the lighting fixture. The cast brass
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Crystal Brass Chandelier Germany 1960s Vintage Pendant Lighting
Located in Bastogne, BE
Vintage Crystal and Brass Chandelier for 1 light point. Manufactured in Germany. This beautiful chandelier has a classic style and is made of high quality materials that guarantee ...
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1960s German Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Stilnovo Style Vintage Chandelier 3 Light Points Pendant Lighting, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Bastogne, BE
A Beautiful and Stylish Model from the Italian brand Stilnovo, 1970s. The Pendant Fixture is
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Metal

Magnificent Bronze Chandelier In Empire Style Six Light Pendant Lighting
Located in Bastogne, BE
Majestic vintage chandelier! The material of manufacture of this chandelier is a real 100% BRONZE, which is valued all over the world and is characterized by increased strength, co...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Empire Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Yellow Disc Chandelier, Enamelled Metal, Modern 1970s Italian Pendant, Lighting
Located in Roma, IT
Yellow chandelier in enameled metal. Measures: Diameter 50 cm 20 inc.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Metal

Late Century German Explosion Proof Copper & Brass 3 Lamp Bar Pendant Lighting
By Wiska
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
A copper and brass 3 lamp bar comprising of 3 cast brass explosion proof pendants made in the 1970
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1970s German Industrial Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Brass, Copper

1930s Eight-Arms Italian Art Deco Pendant Lighting in Gilt & Laquered Brass
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian Art Deco eight-arms chandelier from the 1930s. Curved brass arms are decorated in the final part with leafy and curly details. Each arm culminates in a spiral lacquered resin...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Brass

Attractive Globe Glass Pendant Lighting Vintage Ceiling Chandelier Lantern
Located in Bastogne, BE
Europe. The Pendant Light is in good age-related condition! The glass shade is completely intact
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1980s European Art Deco Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

2 Ischia Lighting Pendant by Pianon Alessandro, for Castle, Fontana Arte 1960s
By Alessandro Pianon
Located in Lucca, IT
2 Ischia pendant lighting of Alessandro Pianon, from Castle, Fontana Arte Venice, 1960, Italy
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Metal

Rare Copper and Metal Pendant Lamp from DDR, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Copper and metal pendant lighting from DDR. The light requires one E27 light bulb. Very good
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Copper

1950's Brass & Glass Pendant Attributed to Pietro Chiesa
By Pietro Chiesa
Located in Amsterdam, NH
With a nod to the style of Pietro Chiesa, this mid-century brass and glass pendant lighting is a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

1960s Architectural Spiral Rocket Pendant Lamp Smoot Holman Inglewood CA
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Architectural Spiral Rocket Pendant Lighting Lamp (three available ask AMBIANIC) 1960s Unmarked
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Aluminum

1980's Large Industrial Cast Aluminum & Glass Ceiling light Pendant
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Large vintage industrial explosion proof aluminium ceiling pendant lighting, reclaimed from
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1980s German Industrial Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Unusual Brass Pendant By Globe Lighting ca' 1950's
By Globe Lighting
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual ceiling mount-pendant chandelier by Globe Lighting Products, ca' 1950's. Similar to the
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

1982 Forecast Lighting Co. Clear Bronze Beveled Mutli Panel Pendant
By Forecast Lighting
Located in Denver, CO
An impressive bronze beveled glass multi panel fixture manufactured by the Forecast Lighting Co
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1980s American Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass, Steel

Parzinger Style Lotus Pendant Light by Feldman Lighting Company, circa 1950s
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Stunning brass lotus pendant light fixture in the style of Parzinger by the Feldman Lighting
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

Heifetz Rotoflex Green Cone Pendant Fixture by Moe Lighting
By Moe Lighting, Yasha Heifetz
Located in New York, NY
Architectural form ribbed plastic cone chandelier, Rotoflex by Heifetz for Moe Lighting. The green
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Plastic

Parzinger Style Large Brass Lotus Pendant Light by Feldman Lighting, c. 1960
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Parzinger style large brass lotus pedant fixture by Feldman Lighting Company. Delicate and
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1960s Hollywood Regency Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

Vintage Chandelier from Kalmar Lighting, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Bastogne, BE
- Vintage chandelier from the Austrian lighting company Kalmar Lighting - Circa 1960s.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

1970's American Cast Aluminum Industrial White Enamel Ceiling Pendant by Killark
By Killark Electric Manufacturing Co.
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Vintage white enamel ceiling pendant lighting manufactured by Killark Electric a US company
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1970s American Industrial Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Aluminum, Enamel, Steel

Large Pair of Moroccan Style Lantern Pendant Lights by Feldman Lighting c. 1960
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Large dramatic pair of gilded Moroccan Modern pendant lights by Feldman Lighting in excellent
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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Metal

Tom Greene for Feldman Lighting Torch Cut Brass Pendant
By Tom Greene, Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Hanover, MA
Designed by Thomas A. Greene for T. A. Greene Company and retailed by Feldman Lighting of Los
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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Brass

Rare Antique Brass & Glass Chandelier by Casella Lighting
By Casella Lighting
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare nine arm chandelier by Casella Lighting. Constructed of glass rods and solid brass with
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1970s American Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

Lighting Pendant by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large lighting pendant Model K2-46 designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Finland, Circa 1950th. The
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

Lighting Pendant by Mac Hegerup
By Mac Hagerup Sweden 1
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lighting pendant designed by Mac Hegerup, for Kronobergs Belysning, Sweden circa 1960th. Pressed
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Glass

Lighting Pendant by Mac Hegerup
Lighting Pendant by Mac Hegerup
H 48 in W 14.5 in D 9.5 in
Lighting Pendant by Mac Hegerup
By Mac Hagerup Sweden 1
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lighting pendant designed by Mac Hegerup, for Kronobergs Belysning, Sweden circa 1960th. Pressed
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Glass

Lighting Pendant by Mac Hegerup
Lighting Pendant by Mac Hegerup
H 48 in W 14.5 in D 9.5 in
Lighting Pendant Hans Bergström Attributed.
By Hans Bergström
Located in Long Island City, NY
Vintage Scandinavian pendant. Circa 1930/40th. Designed attributed to Hans Bergstrom. Slightly
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1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Metal

Austrian Chandelier in Glass from Kalmar Lighting, Vintage, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Bastogne, BE
Vintage chandelier from Kalmar Lighting, 1970s. A beautiful pendant light, manufactured by
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1970s Austrian Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 7-Light Chrome Fixture by Forecast Lighting
By Forecast Lighting
Located in Atlanta, GA
Great quality midcentury light fixture by Forecast Lighting having a tubular pendant with hidden
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Flower Light by Willy Daro for Massive Lighting, Belgium 1970s
By Massive Lighting
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Vintage Flower Light by Willy Daro for Massive Lighting, Belgium 1970s Golden ceiling lamp or wall
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20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Gold Plate, Brass

Signed Paul Mayen Pendant Lamp Lighting
By Habitat International, Paul Mayen
Located in South Charleston, WV
lighting unique. These signed pieces are 17" long and 7" wide. The stems give them a drop of 33". This
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Large Capiz Shell Lamp by Feldman Lighting, 1960s
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Zaandam, NL
A rare and exceptional large capiz shell ball chandelier from the Feldman lighting Company Los
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1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

A Lighting pendant by UNO & ÖSTEN KRISTIANSSON.
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Lighting pendant by UNO & ÖSTEN KRISTIANSSON. Wood with shades in opaline glass. Produced by
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

Lighting pendant by Kai Finnmark (Kai Ruokonen)
By Kai Finnmark, Lynx Edition
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lighting pendant designed by Kai Finnmark (Kai Ruokonen) (Finland, 1940-2010) for Lynx, Finland
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

Medium Capiz Shell Lamp attributed to Feldman Lighting, 1960s
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Zaandam, NL
A rare and exceptional capiz shell ball chandelier from the Feldman lighting Company Los Angeles
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1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

Grande Dame of American Art Deco Lighting, c.1932
By Lincoln Lighting Company
Located in Prescott, US
Lighting Co's, Detroit, Mich., most opulent and beautiful chandelier. I cannot even begin to describe the
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Aluminum

Dining Room Pendant Lamp by Moe lighting
By Lightolier
Located in South Charleston, WV
Although the ceiling plate is marked lightolier, this is in fact by Moe Lighting and the contractor
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

Yellow Pendant, P415 by Bent Karlby and Lyfa, 1960s
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Lejre, DK
contributions to lighting design. The pendant's model number, P415, suggests a thoughtful design approach
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Metal

Lighting Pendant by Lisa-Johansson Pape Model 1045
By Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lighting pendant designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno, Finland , circa 1950th. Model number
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1950s Finnish Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

Amber Glass Pendant
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Amber textured glass pendant.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Glass

Amber Glass Pendant
Amber Glass Pendant
H 15 in Dm 13 in
Stilnovo Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp, Italian Lighting 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid century opal glass pendant light. This delightful pendant was made in Italy in the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Metal

Ice Murano Glass Pendant Light Dve Denmark Lighting
Located in Bastogne, BE
Stylish vintage pendant light. Pendant light made of murano glass (made in Murano, Italy
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Brass Lotus Fixture by Feldman Lighting Company in the Style of Parzinger
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Lighting Company. The largest of the Feldman Lotus Fixtures - and often described as in the style of Tommi
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1960s Hong Kong Hollywood Regency Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

Lighting pendant Kai Ruokonen ( Kai Finnmark ) for Lynx
By Kai Finnmark, Kari Ruokonen, Lynx Edition
Located in Long Island City, NY
The multicolor ceiling lamps designed by Kai Ruokonen ( Kai Finnmark ) for Lynx, Stamped "LYNX" Finland, Circa 1950th. Painted metal with pink acrylic. Rewiring available upon request.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Metal

Italian Midcentury Pendant Chandelier with Opaline Glass, Vintage Lighting
Located in Rome, IT
Presenting an exquisite Italian pendant chandelier, meticulously crafted to captivate and
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass, Iron

Chic Nickel & Chrome Pendant 1970s
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Stylish brushed nickel pendant fixture with chrome ball shades and canopy in the manner of Sciolari
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Chrome, Nickel

Chic Nickel & Chrome Pendant 1970s
Chic Nickel & Chrome Pendant 1970s
H 24 in W 15 in D 15 in
Chandelier Pendant Chromed Metal Lighting Midcentury Italian Design, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Suspension lamp with 1 E27 light produced in Italy in the 60s. The pendant lamp was made of chromed
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Scandinavian Lighting
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scandinavian sixties lamp in opal glass and metal red lacquered shad, good condition. 6 pieces available.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Lighting
Scandinavian Lighting
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H 15.75 in Dm 9.85 in
Chrome Pendant Lamp by Sciolari, 1970s
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Brussels , BE
Chrome pendant lamp by Sciolari, 1970s.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Pendant Lamp by Sciolari, 1970s
Chrome Pendant Lamp by Sciolari, 1970s
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Raak Lighting Architecture Amsterdam "Space Age" Pendants Model B1242, 1966
By RAAK
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Set of 4 glass and brass anodised aluminium pendants by Raak Lighting Architecture Amsterdam first
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1960s Dutch Space Age Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Midcentury Ice Glass Pendant by Kalmar
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Midcentury ice glass pendant by Kalmar. Perfect vintage condition. Measurements: Height 33.5
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Brass

Sciolari Suspension Italy Lamp Pendant 7 Lights
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Angelo Gaetano Sciolari (1927-1994) was the owner of Sciolari Lighting and designer for the Italian
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

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Metal

Kalmar Clear Crystal and Brass Pendant Fixture
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Troy, MI
Clear crystal and brass pendant style light fixture by Kalmar, circa 1970s. New wiring for US
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Kalmar Lighting Chandelier Glass Ice First Chrome Structure, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Exceptional JT Kalmar chandelier with large ice frost glass with chrome structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the Austrian Design. This uniq...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Glass

1970's Kalmar Ice Crystal Glass Pendant
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Amsterdam, NH
This is a stunning Kalmar ice glass crystal pendant from the 1970s. The glass looks like pure ice
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1970s Austrian Vintage Pendant Lighting

Materials

Glass

1970's Kalmar Ice Crystal Glass Pendant
1970's Kalmar Ice Crystal Glass Pendant
H 21.66 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
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Vintage Pendant Lighting For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of vintage pendant lighting available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every item from our selection of vintage pendant lighting was constructed with great care. Find 4388 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of vintage pendant lighting now, or shop our selection of 35 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of vintage pendant lighting — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An option in this array of vintage pendant lighting made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Poul Henningsen, Vintage Murano Gallery and Gaetano Sciolari each produced at least one beautiful piece of vintage pendant lighting that is worth considering.

How Much is a Vintage Pendant Lighting?

The average selling price for a piece of vintage pendant lighting at 1stDibs is $1,219, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $307,057 for the highest priced.

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 Vintage Pendant Lighting
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A swag pendant light is a fixture that hangs from the ceiling and provides an often inexpensive light source while taking up very little space. Swag pendant lights take up little space — the fixture is typically a bare or shaded socket that is suspended from the ceiling by way of a robust metal chain or cord. A swag pendant also offers a variety of installation options and can enhance the overall look of the room. Shop a range of antique and vintage swag pendant lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Mini pendant lights are scaled-down versions of pendant lights that dangle from an overhead support. Unique mini-pendant lights are a wonderful way to set the ambiance for an entire space because they dangle in mid-air. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The difference between pendant lights and chandeliers is not complicated. In terms of both style and function, chandeliers are not that different from pendant lights. The difference between a chandelier and pendant light is not how they look but rather the way in which they hang. Chandeliers are suspended with multiple branches that hold many bulbs while pendants typically dangle from one central cord or chain. Chandeliers tend to be more intricate and fancier, so if you're looking for something luxurious, then this might work best. With pendants, you’re likely to find a variety of examples in minimalistic modern styles; these would make great additions to any office space because of their versatility like being able to turn them on/off with ease. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pendant lights and chandeliers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, you can put a pendant light above a kitchen sink. However, if you don’t already have a light receptacle in place, you may need to hire a professional electrician to run wiring to the area. Also, ensure that there is at least 30 to 36 inches of clearance below the light, so you can stand at the sink. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, glass pendant lights get dusty. However, all lighting fixtures will eventually gather dust. Regularly wiping your pendant lights can reduce the presence of dust. Shop a variety of glass pendant lights on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Where you hang a pendant light over a kitchen sink is largely a matter of personal preference. If you're installing a new light fixture, consider where you most need task lighting. You may find it better to hang the lamp off to one side to illuminate a food prep area. Generally, there should be 35 to 40 inches of space between the bottom of the pendant and the countertop to allow for adequate clearance. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pendant lights.

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