French Neoclassical Style Brass and Frosted Cut Glass Ceiling Light, circa 1910
Located in Barntrup, DE
French neoclassical style ceiling light fixture from circa 1910, with an ornate brass body and a beautiful frosted cut glass lamp shade.
Brass
Antique Hand Carved Marbled Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An exceptionally elegant hand‑carved alabaster plafonnier pendant light, c.1910. Formed from fine white alabaster with beautifully pronounced natural marbling that deepens in charac...
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Large Hand Carved Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
A beautifully made alabaster plafonnier with brass mounts. c.1910 A finely presented early 20th‑century plafonnier with a hand‑carved alabaster bowl showing attractive natural veini...
Alabaster, Brass
Art Nouveau Ceiling Light in Brass with Etched Glass Shade, Germany circa 1910
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This authentic Art Nouveau ceiling light, crafted in Germany around 1910, features a beautifully aged brass fixture and a delicately etched satin glass shade.
Brass
$1,322Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Brass Flush Mount Ceiling Light with Frosted Glass Shade, circa 1910
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This authentic Art Nouveau ceiling light from around 1910 features a finely crafted solid brass mount with decorative beaded trim and a sculptural frosted glass shade shaped like a s...
Brass
Edwardian Antique Two-Branch Copper Cut Glass Ceiling Light. c.1910
Located in London, GB
An elegantly formed early 20th century brass gasolier made by GEC. c.1900 Formerly gas-fired, now professionally converted for modern electric use, this beautifully designed oxidise...
Brass
Antique Edwardian Chrome Plated Cut Glass Flush Ceiling Light. c.1910
Located in London, GB
A flush mounted cut glass light shade made in England by GEC. c.1910 The hand‑cut glass shade is the work of a true master-craftsman and follows a classic, elegant form and set in i...
Copper
Antique Faraday & Son Brass Holophane Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An elegantly formed two-branch brass ceiling light with prismatic glass shades. c.1910 Made by Faraday & Son - stamped to the bottom finial - beautifully designed brass two-branch, ...
Brass
XL Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Cut Glass Flush Ceiling Light. c.1910
Located in London, GB
An XL, ornate flush mounted cut glass light. c.1910 The hand‑cut dome is the work of a skilled glass‑cutter, with crisp facets that give the piece real presence when lit.
Brass
Antique Arts & Crafts Brass Rise and Fall Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, c.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant rise and fall ceiling light made in England. c.1910 An exceptional early 20th‑century rise‑and‑fall pendant of forged and hammered brass, shaped with the fluid...
Brass
Antique Vintage Holophane 'Ripple-Lite' Prismatic Glass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A wonderful 'Ripple-Lite' Holophane ceiling pendant with original polished gallery, England circa 1910. - The light comprises of two prismatic glass saucers held together by their ...
Glass
GEC Arts and Crafts brass three branch ceiling light
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
GEC Arts and Crafts brass three branch ceiling light re-wired in period style cable
Brass
An Arts & Crafts three branch brass ceiling light with stylized leaf detail
Located in London, GB
A small Arts and Crafts three branch brass ceiling light with stylized central leaf detail. The light is shown in our images with the ceiling plate close to the top of the light, we ...
Brass
3-Light Hollywood Regency Sunburst Gold Gilt Leaved Ceiling or Wall Light, 1960s
By Maison Baguès
Located in Andernach, DE
Very large Baroque style original 1960s ceiling or wall light by German maker Reindl. Beautiful and impressive Hollywood Regency style, with some Louis V vibe – with layered petals o...
Metal
Fine Jugendstil Art Nouveau Hammered Copper and Glass Ceiling Light, 1910s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Fine Swedish Jugendstil Suspension Light, circa 1910–1920 A rare and sculptural ceiling fixture exemplifying the Swedish interpretation of Jugendstil design.
Copper
Jugendstil Brass Glass Vintage Ceiling Light Flushmount by Otto Wagner, Vienna
By Otto Wagner
Located in Vienna, AT
Jugendstil brass glass vintage ceiling light / flushmount / ceiling lamp, which was designed by Otto Wagner, Vienna 1910 - 1912.
Brass
Adolf Loos, Opaline Glass and Brass Jugendstil Ceiling Lamp, Re-Edition 35cm/DM
By Woka Lamps, Adolf Loos
Located in Vienna, AT
Adolf Loos ceiling light from 1910 All components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
Brass
Antique Marbled Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 White alabaster with a beautiful array marbling, even more apparent when illuminated.
Alabaster, Copper
Antique French Marbled Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant French alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 Crafted from fine white alabaster with a stunning display of natural marbling, which becomes more pronounced ...
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron 4-Light Ceiling Fixture, Circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts ceiling fixture offers wrought iron construction with body having sides with stylized floral elements over slag glass panels and four arms terminating in lan...
Wrought Iron
Antique Tortoise Shell Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 Simply formed alabaster bowl with a wonderful mixture of earthy tones, mimicking tortoise shell.
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Marbled French Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant French alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 Crafted from fine white alabaster with a stunning display of natural marbling, which becomes more pronounced ...
Alabaster, Brass
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H 29.53 in Dm 19.69 in
Antique Large French Marbled Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
A large dish shaped alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 A generously proportioned alabaster plafonnier with vibrant natural colouring and beautifully pronounced marbling that...
Alabaster, Brass
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H 31.11 in W 24.81 in D 5.91 in
Edwardian Antique Two-Branch Brass Moonstone Glass Ceiling Light. c.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredible early 20th‑century twin‑arm ceiling light. c.1910 Manufactured to a very high standard, the cast‑brass frame carries a balanced pair of scrolling arms with the organic...
Brass
Antique Hand Carved Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An elegant alabaster plafonnier pendant light, circa 1910. Made from softly toned off-white alabaster, it features subtle hand-carved detailing and a smooth, well-finished surface t...
Alabaster, Brass
3 Branch Art Nouveau Ceiling Light Chandelier
Located in Tarporley, GB
#3661 3 Branch Art Nouveau ceiling chandelier. English c.1910. Elegant lily pad design, presented in its original sliver oxidised finish. Stunningly complemented with three blue v...
Brass
Sold
H 37.41 in W 25.2 in D 5.12 in
Edwardian Faraday & Son Rise and Fall Prismatic Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, c.1910
By Faraday & Son
Located in London, GB
A beautifully formed rise and fall ceiling light with prismatic glass shades. c.1910 Of exceptional quality and although unstamped, very likely made by Faraday & Son.
Brass, Silver Plate
Antique Flush Mounted Ornate Brass and Cut Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, C.1910
Located in London, GB
A cut glass flush mounted ceiling light. c.1910 Dating to the early 20th century, the delicately hand-cut glass shade retained in its original cast brass flush mounted gallery.
Brass
Early 20th Century Crystal Holophane Bronze Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century crystal Holophane bronze ceiling light We are proud to offer a highly decorative, oversized bronze ornately hand-crafted crystal glass Holophane ceiling light.
Crystal, Bronze
Small Decorative Jefferson Moonstone Glass Plafonnier Ceiling Light
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in Nottingham, GB
VINTAGE JEFFERSON & CO MOONSTONE PLAFONNIER PENDANT LIGHT An eye-catching Moonstone Plafonnier Pendant Light signed "Jefferson" Beautiful Moonstone glass with decorative design com...
Brass, Silver Plate
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H 9.85 in Dm 3.94 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Flush Mount Brass and Cut Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian cut glass and brass flush mounted light. c.1910 Very well proportioned, the hand-crafted brass gallery in the typical Arts & Crafts manner is aged to a mellow patina. C...
Brass
Extra Large Decorative Jefferson Moonstone Glass Plafonnier Ceiling Light
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in Nottingham, GB
VINTAGE JEFFERSON & CO MOONSTONE PLAFONNIER PENDANT LIGHT An eye-catching Moonstone Plafonnier Pendant Light signed "Jefferson" Beautiful Moonstone glass with decorative design com...
Brass
Empire Brass Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Light Antique Classical
Located in Berlin, DE
Old chandelier with love and professionally restored in Berlin. electrical wiring works in the US. Re-wired and ready to hang. not one missing. Cabling completely renewed. Crystal, h...
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Huge Art Nouveau Copper Three Branch Ceiling Light with Holophane Shades
By Faraday & Son
Located in Nottingham, GB
Huge English Country House Decorative Copper Pendant Light with Holophane Pine Shades Exceptional quality copper light fitting of huge proportions. English Made circa 1920. The li...
Copper
1912 René Lalique, Ceiling Fixture Light Stalactites Frosted Glass
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Ceiling Fixture Light Chandelier "Stalactites" made in frosted glass created by René Lalique in 1912. Molded "VDA" signature. New ropes. Wiring just remade. Perfect condition...
Blown Glass
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H 11.82 in Dm 7.88 in
Large Crystal Cut Glass Acorn Flush to Ceiling Light with Aged Brass Fittings
By Falk Stadelmann
Located in Nottingham, GB
Quality English Brass & Cut Glass Flush Ceiling Light Fitting Beautiful decorative pressed brass ceiling fitting with stunning aged finish which has been sealed with beeswax. Engli...
Crystal, Brass, Copper
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H 13.78 in Dm 15.75 in
Rare Daum Nancy ''Pinecone'' Chandelier / Flush Mount 1910 French Art Nouveau
By Louis Majorelle, Daum
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
This Daum Nancy ''Pinecone'' chandelier / ceiling light 1910 France in the Art Nouveau design style.
Wrought Iron
Jugendstil Cut Glass and Brass Ceiling Light, circa 1910
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Austrian Jugendstil ceiling light from the early 20th century. Unique brass construction with cut glass diffusers – the central, top one being clear, while the three ‚hanging‘ g...
Brass
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H 15.36 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in
French Neoclassical Style Frosted Cut Glass and Bronze Ceiling Light, ca. 1910
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant French Neoclassical Style ceiling light dating to circa 1910, combining finely cast bronze ornamentation with an elegantly shaped frosted cut glass shade.
Bronze
Sold
H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 6.3 in
Brass Edwardian Rise and Fall Prismatic Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, c.1910
Located in London, GB
A beautifully formed rise and fall ceiling light with prismatic glass shades. c.1910 Nicely patinated brass with Holophane style prismatic glass lamp shades.
Brass
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H 7.09 in Dm 14.97 in
Large French Art Nouveau Nickel Plated Flush Mounted Ceiling Wall Light. c.1910
Located in London, GB
A beautifully formed cast brass flush mount ceiling lamp. France, c.1910 A finely made early 20th‑century flush mount, cast in brass with crisp foliate detailing and a stepped rim.
Nickel, Brass
Ceiling Light by O.C. White
By O.C. White
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ceiling light. Manufactured by O.C. White in the U.S., circa 1910.
Aluminum, Iron
French Crystal Beaded Ceiling Fixture Brass Mounts, 1900-1910, Flushmount
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
This ceiling light can be used with canopy or can be mounted direct to the ceiling.
Crystal, Brass
Swedish Copper Jugendstil Ceiling Light, 1910s
Located in Vienna, AT
Fine Swedish Jugendstil suspension light from the 1910-1920s. The body is made entirely of copper, heavily embossed with floral and angel-like motifs. There are three lights embedded...
Copper
French Crystal Beaded Ceiling Fixture Gilt Bronze Mounts, 1900-1910, Flushmount
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A lovely crystal beaded three-light ceiling fixture with gilt bronze crown shape frame, bottom and canopy, France, 1900-1910.
Crystal, Bronze
Brass Ceiling Mount Down Light Pendant White Shades Restored
By Sheffield
Located in New York, NY
1910s polished brass ceiling mount pan light fixture pendant featuring four hanging down lights. Original milk glass shades. Minor chipping along the edges of some shades. Attributed...
Brass
Big Art Deco Ceiling Light, 1910s
Located in Praha, CZ
Brass base polished Original opaline glass globe without cracks Rewired: 1x100W, E25-E27 bulb US wiring compatible.
Brass
Empire Brass Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Light Antique Classical
Located in Berlin, DE
Old chandelier with love and professionally restored in Berlin. electrical wiring works in the US. Re-wired and ready to hang. not one missing. Cabling completely renewed. Crystal, h...
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Timeless Art Deco Carved Alabaster Pendant Lamp, Black Veining, 1920s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
This pendant lamp reflects the Art Deco style of the 1920s, built around a wide, dish-shaped alabaster piece with dramatic black and grey veining running through the pale stone. The ...
Alabaster
$6,497
H 23 in Dm 17.7 in
Antique Neoclassical Alabaster Pendant Light w. Greek Key Detailing, circa 1920.
Located in Lisse, NL
An exceptional antique amber alabaster ceiling fixture, perfect for an entry hall, bedroom, or any other space. A beautiful and authentic early 20th century alabaster pendant light ...
Alabaster, Brass, Wire, Metal
Art Deco Brass Frosted Cut Glass Ceiling Lamps Flush Mounts
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Art deco ceiling lamp. Brass and frosted cut glass. Diameter base 140 mm / 5.51” Weight: 0.70 kg / 1.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by internat...
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier with Brass Mount
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Alabaster Art Deco pendant chandelier ca 1920s Brass chain and brass ceiling cover. Weight: 4.80 kg / 10.6 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable ...
Alabaster, Brass
Large Swedish Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Light, 1920s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large and impressive Swedish Art Deco pendant light from the 1920s, crafted from white alabaster with distinctive natural grey veining. The sculptural bowl features a softly curved s...
Alabaster, Metal
$3,818
H 19 in Dm 15.6 in
Timeless Antique Alabaster Pendant Light with Striking Veining and Brass Chain
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautifully figured alabaster, elegant proportions, and a warm, inviting glow. Some antique lights have a presence that never dates, and this alabaster pendant is a wonderful exampl...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze, Wire
Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Light, Hand-Carved, 1920s
Located in Praha, CZ
Art Deco alabaster pendant, circa 1920s–1930s. The hand-carved bowl shows striking black and grey veining that glows warm and amber when lit. It is held by three dark pins and suspen...
Alabaster, Metal
Italian Murano Glass and Brass Flush Mount, Wall Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Murano glass and brass flushmount light. Measures: Diameter 50 cm. Height 23 cm.
Brass
$7,865
H 22 in Dm 19.5 in
Timeless Art Deco alabaster pendant light, Large diameter 19.5" Bowl, circa 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
One of a kind light fixture with a stunning “ black and white “ alabaster disc-shade. Thanks to its timeless design, its large size and its good condition this alabaster chandelier ...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze, Wire
Art Deco Glass and Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, France
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Glass and Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, France Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 2x B22 French light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use with 22...
Brass
British Frosted Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
British clear glass flush mount. Metal bulb holder with brass glass holder. Frosted glass with many lines and irregularities Brass ceiling plate / wall plate : diameter 10 cm / 3.94...
Brass
French Art Deco Lustre Glass Ceiling Pendant Chandelier, circa 1925
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Deco chandelier or lustre, French Frozen glass and chrome 1925 Good condition Shipping: D 35 H 11 3.8 Kg.
Chrome
$4,350
H 55.12 in Dm 15.75 in
Antique Ornate Hand Carved Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1920
Located in London, GB
A large and ornate alabaster plafonnier light. c.1920 A decorative brass pendant with an alabaster bowl, suspended from a trio of chains. The metalwork carries beautiful classical d...
Alabaster, Brass
French Art Deco Lustre Alabaster Ceiling Pendant Chandelier, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique alabaster chandelier or lustre, French made in the art nouveau period Good condition Shipping: D 35 / 35 / 10 cm 4 kg.
Alabaster
$970
H 10.63 in Dm 11.03 in
French Art Deco nickeled brass and Glass Flush Mount / Pendant Light, circa 1920
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Charming Art Deco Frenc chandelier manufactured in chrome metal (brass most likely) and a pressed glass central globe. Made in France in the late 1930's. This light can be install...
Crystal, Bronze
$1,362
H 17.72 in Dm 11.42 in
French Art Nouveau Heavy Brass Etched Glass Lantern Pendant Light, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Classic French gilded brass Art Nouveau hall lantern. Brass frame and gallery with balloon-shaped etched glass. Around 1900-1930 Height including chain and canopy: 75 cm / 29.53 in...
Gold Plate, Brass
$1,310
H 16.15 in Dm 11.82 in
German Art Deco Stepped Cream, Blue and Brown Marbled Glass Pendant, 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Striking German Art Deco pendant light dating from the 1930s, featuring a sculptural stepped glass shade with distinctive marbled decoration in soft ivory and cream tones, accented b...
Brass
$1,709 / item
H 9.85 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
1 of 4 Large Murano Ice Glass Wall Light by Kalmar Cube, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 4 large Murano ice glass wall lights by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1960s. The wall light is composed of a 1 thick Murano glass cube attached to a chrome metal frame. ...
Chrome
1960s Sergio Mazza 'Demi Clio' Wall or Ceiling Lamp for Artemide
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s Sergio Mazza 'Demi Clio' Wall or Ceiling Lamp for Artemide Executed in nickeled brass and delicate opaline glass, Italy, circa 1960s. Clean and architectural, these hardwired ...
Brass, Nickel
$3,995
H 32 in W 83.5 in D 22.75 in
Early 20th Century French Pitch Pine Draper's Table or Silk Trader's Table
Located in Fayetteville, AR
At 83.5 inches in length, this long draper's table was originally used in a French fabric store to lay out and cut fabric at the turn of the twentieth century. Constructed of solid p...
Pine, Ash, Cherry
$1,646
H 23.63 in Dm 28.75 in
French Art Deco 7-Light Frosted Glass, Brass and Copper Chandelier, 1930s
By Ezan
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Art Deco 7-light frosted glass, brass, and copper chandelier, circa the 1930s. This magnificent chandelier, attributed to Ezan, typically Parisian from the 1930s, is made of ...
Copper, Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Light oxidation and tarnish ...
Brass
$7,751 / set
H 63 in W 15.75 in D 9.85 in L 63 in
Mid-Century Modern Floral Translucent Murano Glass Pair Of Italian Sconces
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of wall sconces handcrafted in Murano glass, Italy. Each sconce is composed of a vertical superimposition of organic volumes in hand-blown and hand-worked glass, featuring a rib...
Brass
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
H 18 in W 20 in D 14 in
French Oak Stool in the Style of André Arbus, Velvet Cushion, c1940
By André Arbus
Located in Chicago, IL
French oak stool in the style of Andre Arbus or Jean-Charles Moreau. Original pale blue velvet horsehair cushion on white cerused oak wood legs terminating in a French c1940 curved f...
Wrought Iron
$4,975
H 12 in Dm 23.5 in
Mid-Century Barovier Y Toso Hand-Blown Murano Glass Chandelier w/ Gold Flecks
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite mid-century modernist chandelier by Barovier & Toso, hand-blown in Murano, Italy circa 1950, is a radiant example of timeless artistry and impeccable craftsmanship...
Gold
Petite LUsaucer Brass Fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, CA
Sharp and elegant 12" ceiling flush mount or wall mount fixture. This fixture is a new take on the traditional concept of indirect lighting that functions to accent a room with rich ...
Brass
Office Chair, International Style Leather Office Chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Darwin added wheels to the office chair in 19th century. In the 1970s ergonomics was added to design criteria. Today, it is the key element for whom spends long hours in the office...
Leather
Sold|$1,950
H 18 in Dm 16 in
Wonderful Mid Century Modern Transitional Bronze Deco Starburst 3-Light Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid Century Modern Transitional Gilt Bronze Art Deco Starburst 3 Candelabra Light Fixture Rewired With New Sockets
Bronze
On Hold|$3,800
H 24 in Dm 14 in
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Alabaster, Brass, Rope, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster, brass and brown rope pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Stable hairline cracks and area of mineral efflorescence as natural to material. Dramatic...
Alabaster, Brass
Italian Giacometti Style Iron & Glass Serpent Console Table
By Diego Giacometti
Located in Hamburg, PA
Italian console table in the manner of Diego Giacometti. Hand-hammered iron frame with a dark patinated finish and a 3/4-inch-thick rectangular glass top. The base is sculptural rat...
Wrought Iron
$1,750
H 59 in W 27.75 in D 13.75 in
French Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood and Parquetry Vanity Dressing Table
Located in Doylestown, PA
French Louis XV style ormolu-mounted kingwood and satinwood parquetry dressing table or coiffeuse, late 19th century. Incredibly luxurious petite dressing table inlaid with trellis ...
Ormolu
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Chandelier in Brass with Silk Strings
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, chandelier, model T-608, brass, silk string, Europe, 1960s. This extravagant 'fringe' chandelier is designed by Swedish d...
Brass
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 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, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right 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 natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
Designer Eva Menz wants the light to "evoke curiosity and a sense of wonder."
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.