Chandeliers and Pendants
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PH5 Pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This timeless model PH5 pendant is a design by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, designed in 1956. The lamp has a white, blue and red lacquered metal with blue connecting elements.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Brass Chandelier "Fiori" 7-Lights
Located in New York, NY
A unique 7-light chandelier "Fiori" in hand hammered brass. In a single sheet of brass Jacques Jarrige cuts bands and twists them without discarding any parts. Inspired by images of plants photographed...
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2010s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant in Structured Glass and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pendant, in brass and glass, Europe, 1970s
Pendant with brass fixture and structured glass. The glass has an interesting relief, making it very uniqu...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Original Murano Chandelier "Tronchi" Design Toni Zuccheri for Venini, 1960s
By Toni Zuccheri, Venini
Located in taranto, IT
Original chandelier produced by Venini from the 1960s, "tronchi" model, design by Toni Zuccheri
dozens of cylindrical glasses, in outer bark glass, of different heights and arrang...
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1960s Italian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Neoclassical Handcrafted Italian Gilt Metal and Crystal Chandelier by Alba Lamp
Located in Plainview, NY
Neoclassical handcrafted Italian gilt metal and crystal chandelier. This sleek and stylish Murano crystal chandelier is reminiscent of the workmanship that has made Alba lighting a household name in the lighting industry. The fine wrought iron gilt to an almost bronze like finish with flowing crystals in clear and color make this versatile lighting fixture a must have for any room setting.
The classical style of the workmanship and decoration procedures of all Alba lamp...
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Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Charming Amethyst Pink Disc Murano Chandelier, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
The 24 Amethyst discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on three levels.
Available also a chain and canopy and a pair of sconces .
Wired for US standards. Eight E 14 light bu...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Sergio Mazza 'Delta' Pendant for Artemide, circa 1960s
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Sergio Mazza 'Delta' pendant for Artemide, circa 1960s. Pendant for Artemide. Executed in nickeled brass and opaline glass, Italy, circa 1960s.
Born in Italy in 1931, Sergio Mazza created numerous iconic designs for Artemide throughout the 1960s, from a range of lighting to fiberglass molded...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Belleville Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 hand blown globes suspended from a rectangular bronze canopy. The braided silk wires can be shortened on site if needed. Fixture uses 14 candelabra base bulbs. Max wattage 40 each...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Four-Arm Brass Asymmetrical Chandelier in the Style of Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Bochum, NRW
Italian asymmetrical chandelier, made of brass and lacquered metal, with adjustable pivoting shades. Equipped with 4 upper + 4 down lights, with ...
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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Regency Palmette Cloche Lantern, Brass
Located in Westwood, NJ
Regency Palmette Cloche lantern, this three-light lantern design features intricate metalwork and a decorative hand-blown globe. The acanthus leaf Palme...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Raak Amsterdam Hand-Blown Venetian Glass Pendants
By RAAK
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Raak Amsterdam, pendants, model 'B-1217', Venetian glass, metal, The Netherlands, 1960s.
Set of hand-blown Venetian glass pendants designed by...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1970s
By Carlo Nason
Located in Rijssen, NL
Chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1970s. The light consists of four 0.5 cm thick glass plates in clear and smoked glass, whi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Charming Pink and White Murano Petals Chandeliers or Ceiling Lights
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of charming Italian chandelier made by clear/ pink and clear/white "lattimo" Murano glass petals.
By Galleria Veneziani.
Frame available chrome or gold 24-karat
Dimensions: 2...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Mint Condition Florian Schulz Onos Polished Brass with Side Counterweight
Located in Berlin, DE
This lamp is in perfect condition. The height is adjustable with the counter weight to any needs.
To be on the safe side, the lamp should be checked locally by a specialist concer...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Elegant and Rare Chandelier by Barovier & Toso, Murano, 1940s
Located in Budapest, HU
Pink and ice handblown leaves in Murano glass, circa 1940. Piece of incredible beauty. From Private Collection Von Plant Baron.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Amazing Liberty Chandelier by Ercole Barovier, Murano, 1940s
Located in Budapest, HU
Amazing and elegant hand blown Murano chandelier by Ercole Barovier, circa 1940.
Measure: Diameter cm 120
Height cm 215.
From Private collection.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Sistema Solare Chandelier, Piattelli Design, Ivory-toned Onyx and Brass, 6-shade
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Unique chandelier, made from thinly-cut pieces of exquisite ivory-toned translucent onyx. Ideal to be hung over a table, with versatile configurations.
Ivory onyx comes from Middle Eastern quarries and has a unique veining. This translucent stone is carefully worked in Italy, and was chosen because of its combination of interesting patterns, high translucency, and the way it makes the light output look warmer.
The 6-shade version is ideal to be hung over an oval dining table.
Our onyx supplier has worked in many high-end architectural projects, and these same materials have been used at the Armani hotel in Milan. When he was shown the chandelier designs, he rose to the challenge and adapted his tooling to make us perfect round discs. He worked hard to find exactly the right thickness that would keep the depth of the texture. It could not be too thick, otherwise it would lose transparency. And too thin, it would look like it was printed.
The result is stunning. The combination of carefully-worked translucent stone and brass works perfectly, and the use of the ingenious Orbitale structure allows the geometry of the chandelier to be played with, and it can be configured in several ways.
There is nothing else like this on the market.
The Sistema collection uses a clever rotating stem structure and features a shallow drum-shaped shade at the end of each arm.
The chandelier arms are designed with two lengths so that each can be staggered at different angles. They work well in any space and suit both regular and low-ceilinged rooms wonderfully.
Please see the drawing to get an idea of sizes for the different chandeliers. On the upper side of each disc there is a smaller opening to provide ambient light.
Top-quality LEDs with over 80 CRI, meaning that the lighting does not alter the color of food and people.
The LEDs are on a 24V direct current feed, so there is no flickering. The arms can be rotated 180 degrees to configure various combinations. As well as two rows of evenly-spaced lights over a dining table, a regular 8-shade star or 4-shade star (see photos) are possible, as well as creative sculptural shapes. The arms can be rotated even when the chandelier is lit.
The shades can also be rotated on the arm axis to meet any lighting needs in a living room (paintings, bookshelves etc.).
This listing shows the smallest drop. A change of drop is complimentary.
Silvio Piattelli copyright and design.
Specifications (Note: The Sistema chandelier has glass shades, while Sistema Solare...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Onyx, Brass
Compact Orbitale Brass Chandelier 3 Rotating Balanced Arms, Low Ceiling Featured
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This unique compact brass chandelier has been expertly designed to work perfectly also with lower ceilings. With a 12-inch (30 cm) tall body, it allows for a 6-inch (15 cm) space to ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Scale Architectural Cantilever Stilnovo Style Pendant
By Stilnovo
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dramatic large-scale three-light pendant with reflecting dome shield and Stilnovo style double shade. Perfect for an impressive great room.
Articulates to vary the width and height....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Brass Shades
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This stunning bespoke brass chandelier is cleverly designed to work perfectly with lower ceilings.
It features five rotating arms with a minimum height of 28 in. (70 cm). The arms ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Bespoke Italian Crystal Rose Pink Murano Glass Brass Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary custom organic modern chandelier, entirely handcrafted in Italy, with a handmade brass double frame with Art Deco flair.
The exterior is formed by nature-inspired oval...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Prismatic Opaline Pendant, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Prismatic Opaline Pendant
Italy, 21st Century
Large two part opaline glass pendant with brass hardware.
12”dia x 32”h (fixture)
Ref. L3485
*...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Reflector Linear LED Anodized Aluminum Pendant Light, Black / White Shade
Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria
The Reflector linear pendant is a luxury LED linear pendant, ideal for indoor lighting in dining and living rooms, study rooms, hallways, and other do...
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2010s Oceanic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Florian Schulz Double Onos 55-Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double Onos 55-pendant lamp with one E27 / model for each lamp 100 Watt bulbs.
Also available in US wired.
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2010s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rainbow Leather Meander Chandelier
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Our Meander Chandelier in glorious ROYGBIV colors. Seven flexible leather wrapped arms allows for playful poses and creative customization.
As show...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Articulated Sconce Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Style Solid Brass Black and White
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This exquisite sconce is a nod to the timeless pieces crafted by mid-century modern Italian studios Arteluce and Stilnovo in the 1950s, but with a unique and distinctive design that will add elegance and sophistication to any home.
Expertly made by a specialized workshop in mid-century modern design, every aspect of this lamp is meticulously crafted to match the hard-to-find lamps from the 1950s. Its versatile nature makes it perfect for placement on the side of a fireplace, giving light to a console or kitchen island, or illuminating a reading sofa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal, Aluminum
Vienna Lobmeyr / Bakalowits & Sons Large Flush Mount Chandelier Crystal & Nickel
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant large flush mount ceiling light with faceted crystals on a chromed nickel frame. Manufactured by Lobmeyr / Bakalowits & Sons, Vienna, Austria in the 1960s.
Measures: 22.4...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Nickel, Chrome
1930 Rare Original Large Cast Iron Holophane Pendant Lights
By Holophane
Located in Surrey, BC
A rare group of three large Holophane lights with first generation cast fitters, ribbed and extra large glass, not many of these out there.
pri...
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1930s American Machine Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
SLAMP Clizia Large Pendant Light in Orange by Adriano Rachele
By Slamp, Adriano Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Clizia is a series of shapes fit together to create a perfect balance of reflections and transparencies. The lamp has taken note of natural forms, resembling a cloud that captures th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic
Caeli-S Handcrafted Brass Rattan Pendant Light Fixture, Flow Collection
Located in Paris, FR
The Caeli-S contemporary handcrafted made-to-measure pendant light fixture features an expertly handcrafted brass structure and a hand-woven rattan shade. This piece creates a warm a...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Serge Castella Chandelier, circa 2000, France
Located in Girona, Spain
Large "Spring" chandelier by Serge Castella
Custom-made
Signed and numbered
Metal and plaster
France, circa 2000
Excellent condition.
Serge Castella Interiors...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Sorenthia Three-Arm Contemporary Light Fixture, Custom-Made by Studio DUNN
By Studio DUNN
Located in Rumford, RI
The Sorenthia 3-Arm is a modern, linear pendant with bold, elegant lines and dramatic negative space. The custom-made light fixture incorporates an element of the organic in its desi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel, Metal
Giardino Chandelier 1
By Servomuto
Located in Milan, IT
This chandelier has a structure crafted in rattan combined with the added component of a fabric featuring a geometric pattern on it. Its shape is similar to an old house with a straw...
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Textile, Rattan
Incredible Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier, 52 Pink Glass Petals
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 52 glass petals (PINK and white “lattimo”) in a chrome frame.
Period: late 20thcentury
Dimensions:55,10 inches (140 cm) height with c...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Stilnovo Style Multicolored Sputnik Chandelier
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Ten-arm chandelier in the style of Stilnovo. Frosted glass fittings at the bottom of each standard base (E26).socket.
It can be ordered in multiples and customized with different fi...
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2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Alabaster Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine gilt bronze and hand carved Alabaster pendant. 4 lights.
Dimensions: Height 39" diameter 29 1/2" France, circa 1930.
CW3174.
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1930s French Empire Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of Large Murano Wall Light Design Venini for Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Set of 2 Stunning Murano glass wall lights designed by Venini for Kalmar, 1970s
Brass frame gathers 9 structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light very heavy quality.
Hig...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Gervasoni Small Brass Suspension Lamp in Matt Brass by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a strong decorative impact, the BRASS lamp family exploits the ductility of brass and its ability to embellish interiors with warm and golden light reflections. Suspension lamps have a delicate shape of great visual appeal: a light brass disc with a slight curvature in the smaller version or very accentuated in the larger one that floats in the air reflecting light poetically and suggestively. They can be used individually or combined with each other for an even more suggestive and cinematographic effect.
Given the total craftsmanship of the product, it is possible that small stains may appear over time due to oxidation of the brass. These stains are therefore not defects but a characteristic of the material. Small superficial marks, scratches, creases etc. are caused by the hand-hammering process on the brass, so they are characteristic of the manufacturing process.
- Brass
Suspension lamp in brass metal sheet, matt transparent lacquered. Tops brass metal sheet, hand polished surface
- Aluminium
Top cast aluminium, hand polished surface.
Both surface tops are not subject to any treatment in order to obtain the best brilliance therefore, the surface can be easily scratched. Superficial scratches can be removed using appropriate paste for cleaning metal parts. Due to the used material, it is quite normal the surface will become darker over time.
Suspension lamp in hammered matt brass. Max. power 18 W, 220 Volt, bulb holder E 27, bulb not included. (electrical cable lenght 250 cm; steel cable lenght 200 cm)
Additional Information:
Material: Brass
Finish: Matt brass
Power supply: Max. power 18 W, 220 Volt, bulb holder E 27
Dimension: 80 W x 70 D x 18 H cm
Available in other size option: Large
Quick Ship: Brass 95...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Neoclassical style gilt bronze, beaded crystal and frosted glass chandelier, with 10 interior lights, circa 1930s.
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1930s European Neoclassical Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass Counterbalance Chandelier by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The counterbalance chandelier features a brass rod that is delicately balanced with a brass finial on one end and a large bulb on the other. ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Modern Bowl Chandelier
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern bowl chandelier with a textured white composite canopy above a bronze-finished steel bowl. With a painted chain and ceiling canopy.
Dimensions: 43" W x 43" D x 31" H
108" chandelier chain & hooks
Brass ceiling rosette...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Foscarini Spokes 2 Large Suspension Lamp in Gold by Garcia and Cumini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Suspension lamp with diffused and direct down light. The opaque epoxy powder varnished steel spokes are attached to the upper part by two ABS/polycarbonate discs and to the lower par...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Foscarini Plass Suspension Lamp in Grey by Luca Nichetto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Suspension lamp with diffused and direct light. The large transparent polycarbonate diffuser is achieved using rotational molding, a techniqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Venini Pink and Ice Original Poliedri Chandelier by Carlo Scarpa, 1955
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous original Venini Poliedri chandelier by Carlo Scarpa. Rare combination of light pink and Ice colored Murano glass.
Ivory p...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
1 of 2 Large Murano Ice Glass Chandelier by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Murano glass chandelier by Kalmar, 1960s
Two tiers structure gathering 18 structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light very heavy quality.
High quality and in very...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Blown Textured Ceiling Fixture, Two Available
Located in Westport, CT
Striking Murano blown ceiling fixture shown with a ribbed and a stylized leaf pattern.
Made install ready in nickel or brass fittings for ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
"Il Pezzo 12 Round Chandelier" - height 120cm/47.2" - satin brass - crystal
Located in Firenze, IT
Il Pezzo 12 is a female figure suspended in the air, carrying in her womb the light. It’s nimble, refined, addictive. The solid crystal, illuminated by LEDs, creates suggestive refra...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Swell XL Single Wide LED Pendant Lamp in Brass by Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Elegant with undulating contours, Swell Single is an LED pendant designed to seamlessly blend the line between indoor and outdoor lighting. Swell single can be suspended individually...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Seguso Chandeliers Murano Glass Gold, 1930, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso chandeliers Murano glass gold, 1930, Italy.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Chandelier/Pendant Light
Located in Austin, TX
An assortment of lightly colored Murano glass curving pieces overlap to create this unique, contemporary, Murano glass chandelier or pendant light. Polished brass rod and canopy. Rew...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Stunning Murano Glass Flushmount by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large Fantastic mid-century Flush mount chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Many Murano glass cylinders are suspended from the fixture.
Wonderful geometric ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Art Deco Style Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Art Deco style ballroom chandelier of Murano glass with many oval and curved "graniglia" glass components in a tiered and feathered shape. The "fumé" and gold colors are combined in ...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Amber Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Murano Florentiner Lustre Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Amber Crystal Chandelier - Antique Ceiling Murano Florentine Lustre in Art Nouveau Style
Presenting an exquisite amber crystal chandelier tha...
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1920s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Iron, Wire
Midcentury Scandinavian Chandelier with Three Lightpoints, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Charming Scandinvavian chandelier.
The shades are fully adjustable so you can choose what sort of light you have. The chandelier can also be set as an uplighter.
The shades ar...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Fantastic Franco Luce for Seguso Murano Chandelier
By Franco Luce
Located in Budapest, HU
The eight-glass leaves or three cattails appear to be free of any chips, cracks or repairs.
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Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare Chandelier by Pia Guidetti Crippa for Lumi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare chandelier by Pia Guidetti Crippa for Lumi. Strong similarities to the Model 1036/15 floor and table lamps. Designed and manufactured in Italy circa th...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opal, Brass
J.T. Kalmar of Austria Ice Glass Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Kalmar ice or frosted glass chandelier from about 1960's
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Galaxy Contemporary Italian Alabaster Marble Globe Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Galaxy contemporary Italian alabaster marble globe chandelier.
Exclusive production of Tuscany alabaster...
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2010s European Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Antique, Vintage and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendant Lights
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.
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