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Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Soria', Ice Glass, Germany, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
A Stunning large Chandelier with brilliant ice glasses made by Kalmar (Series: Soria), Germany, manufactured, circa 1970-1979.
Six tiers structure gathers many structured glasses, be...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Huge Opaline Glass Pendant
Located in Vienna, AT
Cylindrical form with steel hardware from the 1970s.
Dimensions shade only: 45 x 45cm 17.7 x 17.7".
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Huge Italian Carlo Nason Blown Glass Ceiling Lights Pendant, 1960s
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful midcentury handblown textured Murano glass pendant by Carlo Nason for Mazzega.
Italy
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
One of Four Huge Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights, Brass Glass, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
be used with a dimmer.
It can be used as pendant or flush mount light:
The light hangs on wire ropes
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Huge Kalmar Chandelier Pendant Light, Brass Glass, Austria, 1970s, One of Four
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
suitable to local electricity. It also can be used with a dimmer.
It can be used as pendant or flush mount
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
H 27.56 in W 63 in D 63 in
Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Corina', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass made by Kalmar (Series: Corina), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979.
Four tiers structure gathering many structure...
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Huge Modernist Brass and Glass Ten-Arm Austrian Chandelier, Kalmar
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in New York City, NY
Very large Art Moderne highly architectural ten-arm chandelier comprising bi level rectangular boxes of interlacing lines in a grid pattern mounted in a polished brass armature.
The ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
1 of 2 Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
A Stunning large Chandelier with 24-carat gold-plated brass frame and clear, brilliant glass made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979.
Six tiers struc...
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Huge Art Deco Glass Pendant, Czechoslovakia, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
Huge pendant with glass shade in an unusual shape.
Chrome rod and canopy ceiling
Rewired
1x100W
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Vintage 1950s Czech Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Huge Art Deco Glass Pendant, Czechoslovakia, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
Huge pendant with glass shade in an unusual shape.
Chrome rod and canopy ceiling
Central rod can be
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Vintage 1950s Czech Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Huge Reclaimed Czech Industrial Rusted Pendant Lights
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
HUGE CZECH INDUSTRIAL PENDANT LIGHTS
Huge imposing industrial lights recovered from
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Vintage 1960s Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Iron
Huge Pendant by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm
By Nordisk Solar Co., Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Vienna, AT
Aluminum pendant white painted comprising for five tiers, fitted with one E27 socket up to 200watts
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Pair Huge Stalactite Pendants circa 1928 Vintage
By Consolidated Glass
Located in Prescott, US
Large and dramatic vintage bank or department store Art Deco globes, shown on new nickel fitters. The milk glass itself is 19 inches long, making them some the longest glass shades w...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Paint
Huge Chandelier / pendant by Kamenický Šenov, 1970s
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s
- Maker: Kamenický Šenov
- The chandelier has patina
- 8-flamming.
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Sputnik Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Doria
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful huge bubble glass pendant lamp with brass details inside the glass.
Sticker still on
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare and Huge Rattan Globe Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Huge and rare decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp. Designed and manufactured probably in
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Huge Tiered Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Wien, AT
Huge tiered glass chandelier by J.T. Kalmar.
Original condition.
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Huge Chandelier Pendant Lamp by Guzzini, Italy, 1970s
By iGuzzini, Guzzini, Harvey Guzzini
Located in Rome, IT
Italian chandelier with metallic pendant and huge lampshade by Guzzini (original label still
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Huge Pendant Lamp in Aluminium, 1935 - Czech Republic
Located in Berlin, DE
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Condition: good original condition
Special features: Few, contemporary signs of use. The rare pendant light
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Vintage 1930s Czech Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
1970s Sciolari 5 Arm Brass Chandelier with Huge Glass Shade, Italy
By Sciolari Lighting, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Gaetano Sciolari 5 arm brass chandelier with huge opale glass shade.
Solid well made
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1990s Huge ' Anemone ' Pendant from Lumen Center, Italia
By Lumen Center
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Spectacular suspension by Francesco Giannastasia for Lumen Center Italia .
Powder coated thick metal structure .
Extremely well made , sturdy construction .
One E26 size s...
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1990s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
One of Eight Huge Brass Pendant Lamps with Fabric
Located in Berlin, BE
One of eight huge gold-colored pendant lamps with fabric.
The lamps should be checked locally by
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Amazing Huge Nautical Copper & Brass Cargo Pendant Lights
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Rare pair of salvaged gigantic gorgeous copper & brass nautical salvaged foxlights once used as deck and cargo lights on ships. Great accents in the kitchen or loft, and also suitabl...
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Vintage 1960s German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Iron, Copper
Huge Double Dome Industrial Pendant by Benjamin Electric 'V1'
By Benjamin Electrical Company 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
Original vintage industrial pendants of huge proportions with a Double Dome two part design by
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Mid-20th Century British Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Enamel, Steel
Huge 1960's Rattan Bamboo & Brass Dome Pendant Chandelier
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Large pencil reed dome shade pendant lamp from the 1960's.
Gorgeous aged brass hardware. Warm aged
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Custom Acrylic Pendant Chandelier in the Manner of Aartreme
Located in New York, NY
Huge custom acrylic pendant chandelier in the manner of Aartreme. The frame in black metal finish
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...
Materials
Brass, Metal, Wire
Huge Wooden Pendant by Krásna Jizba, 1950´s, Czechoslovakia
By Krasna JIzba
Located in Prague 8, CZ
with six E27 bulbs. In the US and UK, just use six E27 LED bulbs.
The pendant is in very good working
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Wood, Beech
Huge Brass Pendant by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm P700
By Nordisk Solar Co., Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Vienna, AT
Aluminium pendant brass-plated comprising for five tiers, fitted with one E27 socket up to 200watts
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Exceptional Huge Seven Tiers Ballroom Sculpture by J.T Kalmar, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 exceptional, huge, clean and modern six-tier ballroom flush mount chandelier by J.T
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Round Brass Sputnik Chandelier or Pendant Lamp by Doria
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Berlin, BE
Rare huge Doria pendant lamp with beautiful brass details inside the bubble glass.
To be on the
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Finger', Textured Ice Glass and Nickel, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An extra large light fixture model 'FINGER' by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s).
A white painted metal frame holds a lot of textured ...
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Huge Art Deco Pendant Lamp for Napako, Czech Republic - 1935
By Napako
Located in Berlin, DE
signs of use. Completely rewired by our electrician, this large, decorative pendant light from Prague is
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Huge Midcentury Glass Globe Pendant Lamp by Peil & Putzler
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame fitted with 4 E26/E27 sockets, made in Germany by Peil & Putzler in the late 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Adjustable Brass Pendant Lamp Attributed to Münchner Werkstätten, Germany
By Münchner Werkstätten
Located in Berlin, DE
This huge brass pendant lamp with adjustable shade is attributed to Münchner Werkstätten, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in
Huge Rare Antique Holophane Blondel Stiletto Bowl Pendant Light Fitting
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
A Rare Oversized Vintage Holophane Pendant Light Fitting
An attractive and large 'Blondel Stiletto
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Vintage 1910s English Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Brass
Huge Brass and Glass Emil Stejnar Pendant Lamp or Chandelier
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Berlin, BE
Very rare and huge pendant lamp by Emil Stejnar out of the 1960s. The lamp gives a fantastic light
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Seguso Murano Pendant Light Huge Italian Amber Handblown Bubble Glass
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Mimizan, FR
Seguso Murano pendant light Italian vintage handblown opalescent bubble glass midcentury
Unusual
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Stunning Victorian Lighting Gothic Brass & Mouth Blown Art Glass Pendant Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
Graceful and all handcrafted antique light fixture.
This early Arts & Crafts era pendant has an
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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H 30 in Dm 8 in
One of Two Huge Kalmar Chandeliers, Ice Glass and Nickel, Austria, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two extra large light fixtures model 'SORIA' by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s). These chandeliers are the largest version of ...
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Nickel
1 of 5 Huge Limburg Glass Ball Pendant, Germany, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large mouth-blown glass ball pendant, manufactured by Limburg, Germany, circa 1970-1979.
Sockets
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
One of Four Huge Kalmar 'Granada' Chandeliers Flush Mount Light Brass Glass 1970
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The lamps can be used as pendant light / chandelier or
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 47.25 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
60s 70s Chandelier Huge Chandelier Pendant Lamp Limburg Glass & Chrome Design
By Limburg
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s Chandelier huge chandelier pendant lamp limburg glass & chrome design
Object: chandelier
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Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
60s 70s Chandelier Huge Chandelier Pendant Lamp Limburg Glass & Chrome Design
By Limburg
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s chandelier huge chandelier pendant lamp Limburg glass & chrome design
Object: chandelier
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Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
J.T. Kalmar Huge Pagode Pendant Chandelier, Crystal Glass, 1960s, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Impressive Mid-Century Modern crystal glass 'Pagode' pendant chandelier, manufactured by J.T
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Nickel
Murano Pendant Light Huge Italian Amber Handblown Bubble Glass, Vintage 1960s
By Seguso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A nice heavy murano bubble glass Pendant Light.
Vintage Hand Blown Italian Caged Glass Hanging
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Huge 16" Brass French Holophane 'Excellite' Prismatic Glass Pendant Light c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant 16" 'Excellite' pendant light made by Holophane. c.1920
Original huge two
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Vintage 1920s English Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 22.84 in Dm 15.75 in
1 of 2 Huge J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Light Fixtures Gilt Brass and Glass
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the two the stunning high quality and handmade gilt brass light fixtures made by Kalmar in Austria. This model "Palazzo" was manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Large polished bril...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Mid-Century Modern Perforated Solid Aluminum Pendant Lamps Germany 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamps or hanging lights. Manufactured in Germany circa 1970s
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
60s 70s Kronleuchter Huge Murano Ice Glass Chandelier Pendant Lamp Limburg 60er
By Limburg
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s Huge Murano ice glass chandelier pendant lamp Limburg Space Age Design
Object
Category
Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 66.93 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
1950s Pair of Huge Pendant in Copper Anodized Aluminium with Glass Lens
By Stilnovo
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Dismantle from a church , a stunning pair of pendant made of spun
aluminum . Thick glass lens under
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Huge Murano glass chandelier
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Huge Murano glass chandelier, 15 bulbs
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Huge Industrial Metal Factory Pendant Lamps in Assorted Grays w/ White Interior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Industrial enameled factory ceiling lamps. Assorted speckled grey and dark charcoal shades and white enameled interior. Color combos vary per lamp. All in original condition with vis...
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 35 in W 21 in D 21 in
One of Two Huge Chandeliers Kalmar 'Tulipan', Murano Glass Brass, 1970s
By Venini, Kalmar Lighting, Fontana Arte, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two extra large and fantastic light fixtures model Tulipan HL 155 by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
Two ligh...
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
1 of 3 Huge Murano Ice Glass Pendant by Limburg, Germany, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 3 large Murano ice glass pendants by Limburg, Germany, 1970s.
18 glass elements on a brass
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge 9 Feet High, Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron, Marbled Glass Chandelier Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
quality and size chandelier. This forged in fire mega pendant is of incredible beauty and fit for a king
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron, Copper
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H 110 in Dm 51 in
Huge Midcentury J.T. Kalmar Murano Ice Glass Petals Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful hand blown Mid-Century Modern pendant light made by J. T. Kalmar in the 1970s. It's
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Up to 40 Huge Elliptical Opal Glass Pendant Lights, Lisa Johansson-Pape Style
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to 40 identical pendant lights with large elliptical lampshades. In the style of Lisa Johansson
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
Huge J.T. Kalmar Yellow Tinted Glass Pendant Lamp with Leather, Austria 1970s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare J.T. Kalmar Yellow Tinted Glass Pendant Lamp with Leather, Austria 1970s
Dimensions
Height
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Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Leather, Glass
Huge Limburg Pendant Light Cylindrical Bubble Glass Shade and Chrome 3 in Stock
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Mannheim, DE
Midcentury pendant light manufactured in the 1970s by Glashuette Limburg. Model 4399. Transparent
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
H 46.86 in W 8.27 in D 8.27 in
1 of 2 Huge Cylindrical Pendant Light Staff Rolf Krueger 1967 Bubble Glass
By Staff Leuchten, Rolf Krüger
Located in Mannheim, DE
Very beautiful and elegant pendant light designed by Rolf Krueger in 1967 for Staff Leuchten. Long
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
H 55.91 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of huge pendant lighting you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of huge pendant lighting, we have 585 options in-stock, while there are 23 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of huge pendant lighting — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of huge pendant lighting, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of huge pendant lighting that is appealing in its simplicity, but J.T. Kalmar, Bakalowits & Söhne and Kalmar Lighting produced versions that are worth a look.
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Prices for a piece of huge pendant lighting start at $200 and top out at $311,267 with the average selling for $5,497.
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 Huge Pendant Lighting
- What Is a swag pendant light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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.
- What is a mini pendant light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Mini 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, 2021The 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, 2023Yes, 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, 2023Yes, 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, 2023Where 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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Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.
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