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Wrought Iron Ornate Chandeliers

Ornate Wrought Iron Mizner Style Chandelier
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant Six armed hand-forged iron chandelier, old mizner style, Great decorative chandelier.
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20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Spanish Iron and Gilt Ornate Chandelier
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Spanish wrought iron and gilt, ornate, hand painted six-light chandelier.
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20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Wrought Iron & Glass Custom Chandelier from the Sylvester Stallone Home
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite Wrought Iron & Glass Custom Chandelier from the Sylvester Stallone Home
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Vintage 1980s American Gothic Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

French Wrought Iron Six-Light Clock Face Chandelier with Scrolling Arms
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French wrought-iron clock face chandelier from the 20th century with six scrolling arms and
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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

20th Century Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier with Leafs and Flowers
Located in Casteren, NL
chandelier is supported by twisted flat bars decorated with flowers flanked by leafs and an ornate crown at
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Early 20th Century French Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Art Deco Wrought Iron and Cast Glass Chandelier with Floral Details
Located in New York, NY
Ornate hand worked wrought iron chandelier. Features three down lights and a lit up glass bowl
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Art Deco Cubist Wrought Iron & Frosted Glass Chandelier, Manner of Edgar Brandt
By Edgar Brandt
Located in New York, NY
ornate curvilinear wrought iron work, executed in the manner of Edgar Brandt. With its monochromatic
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Unique Cylindrical Wrought Iron Hall Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Unique Cylindrical Wrought Iron Hall Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany Lampshade is in very good
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

California Craftsman Iron Ornate Sconces Pendant Lamps with Ruby Red Glass, Pair
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Pair of ornate wrought iron garden/patio sconces. 6 sided with original ruby red wavy glass
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Mid-20th Century American Craftsman Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Art Deco wrought iron Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville Pate de Verre, 1920s
By Muller Frères
Located in Saarburg, RP
glassware. This ceiling lamp skillfully combines wrought iron with the elegance of Pate de Verre glass
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Art Deco wrought iron Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville Pate de Verre, 1930s
By Muller Frères
Located in Saarburg, RP
glassware. This ceiling lamp skillfully combines wrought iron with the elegance of Pate de Verre glass
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

A great chandelier . France 40's
Located in VILLERS-SUR-MER, FR
A large ornamented wrought-iron chandelier with six branches. Six ornate mirrors reflect the
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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

A great chandelier . France 40's
A great chandelier . France 40's
H 47.2 in W 21.7 in D 21.7 in
ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Frerés, 1930s
By Muller Fres Luneville
Located in Saarburg, RP
glassware. This ceiling lamp cleverly combines the robust wrought iron with the elegance of Pate de Verre
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Frerés, 1930s
By Muller Fres Luneville
Located in Saarburg, RP
glassware. This ceiling lamp cleverly combines the robust wrought iron with the elegance of Pate de Verre
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Frerés, 1930s
By Muller Fres Luneville
Located in Saarburg, RP
glassware. This ceiling lamp cleverly combines the robust wrought iron with the elegance of Pate de Verre
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

19th Century Mexican San Miguel Wrought Iron Lantern
Located in Forney, TX
. Constructed of wonderfully patinated wrought iron and oxidized tin, tall cylindrical shaped, framed with
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Antique 19th Century Central American Rustic Lanterns

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Wrought Iron, Tin

Fer Forge Vasseur & Cie (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
styles, vessel and chandeliers, rustic wrought iron and highly ornate styles, glass and painted glass
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20th Century Books

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Paper

Fer Forge Vasseur & Cie (Book)
Fer Forge Vasseur & Cie (Book)
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H 9.5 in W 12.5 in D 0.07 in

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Located in CANTELEU, FR
Immerse yourself in the timeless charm of English style with this stunning large Cuban mahogany bookcase, a piece that evokes the elegance and refinement of traditional British bookc...
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Antique 1830s Bookcases

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Glass, Wood

19th Century English Style Mahogany Bookcase
19th Century English Style Mahogany Bookcase
H 101.58 in W 119.3 in D 27.17 in
Rare Hand Carved Wooden Gothic Revival Art Chandelier with Gargoyle Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique and good size Gothic Revival light fixture. If you are looking for an out of the ordinary chandelier then this antique European light fixture in the Gothic style could be p...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Painted & Gilt Six-Light Iron Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant, antique chandelier was created in Paris, France circa 1920. Round in shape, the Louis XV style iron chandelier features forged scrolled motifs decorated with metal acan...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Paul Emile Lecomte (1877-1950) La Grille (The Gate), signed watercolor
By Paul Emile Lecomte
Located in Paris, FR
Paul Emile Lecomte (1877-1950) La Grille (The Gate) Signed lower left Watercolor on paper 27 x 37 cm In quite condition: yellowed by time, some stains Framed: 43 x 53 cm Paul Emile ...
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1930s Post-Impressionist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

Articulated Mini Spot Lights
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
Pictured are mini spot pendants. They come in a dark brass finish. The interiors are silvered and an brass ring holds a textured glass lens. It’s 16 in. long including the brass sock...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Oval Venetian Mirror in Yellow And Clear Murano Glass
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large Italian Murano Mirror from the late 19th century featuring a yellow and clear glass molded foliate border. Oval faceted mirror surrounded by a frame with hand engravings. At t...
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Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Murano Glass

John Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Hand Painted King Size Headboard, 1960s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style hand painted king size headboard By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1960s Carved walnut in cream and taupe, with hand painted floral patterns. ...
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Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut, Paint

Large Antique Oval Etched Venetian Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Large antique oval etched Venetian mirror. Stunning and large antique Neoclassical style oval etched Venetian beveled mirror with a square bow cartouche. This lovely oval Venetian mi...
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Vintage 1920s Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors

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Mirror

Large Antique Oval Etched Venetian Mirror
Large Antique Oval Etched Venetian Mirror
H 49.5 in W 33.5 in D 1.5 in
Monumental Pair of Gothic Revival Hanging Chandelier Light Fixtures / Church
By John Hanson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Monumental pair of Gothic Revival hanging chandelier light fixtures / church lighting, Purportedly salvaged from St Pauls Cathedral, Buffalo NY, originally designed and erected by Ri...
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Vintage 1910s American Gothic Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Iron

Antique Shield Shaped Venetian Mirror 19th Century 69x37cm
Located in London, GB
This is a delightful small Venetian glass etched mirror, circa 1880 in date. This mirror has a large rose cartouche crest and is finely shield shaped with bead trim, rope styled ...
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Antique 1880s Italian Wall Mirrors

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Glass

Mid-Century French Provincial Chest By John Widdicomb In French Blue
By John Widdicomb
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a French Provincial chest in an original French blue paint by John Widdicomb. It has the original brass hardware and dovetail construction. The nightstands are available as w...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Spanish Neoclassical Gilt Iron Fluted Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wrought Iron and Pressed Glass Crown Flush Mount, Spain, 1930-1940s. An sculptural hand hammered iron and glass ceiling light fixture with neoclassical and gothic revival accents. ...
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20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Flush Mount

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Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron

Antique Spanish Revival Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Forney, TX
An incredible and rare Spanish Revival painted wrought iron large chandelier from the mid 19th to early 20th century. Having eight arms ending in faux candle lights, original green p...
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

French Hexagonal Three-Light Copper Lanterns with Domed Tops, Sold Each
Located in Atlanta, GA
Two French hexagonal copper lanterns from the 20th century with glass panels, domed top and three lights. These two French hexagonal copper lanterns, each sold individually, are capt...
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20th Century French Lanterns

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Copper

Vintage John Widdicomb French Style Silver Leaf and Painted Mirror
By John Widdicomb
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage John Widdicomb French Style Silver Leaf and Painted Mirror. Cream painted frame with silver leaf accents in the Louis XV style. Retains original John Widdicomb plaque on the ...
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Mid-20th Century American Louis XV Wall Mirrors

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Silver Leaf

Spanish Revival Antique Gold Wrought Iron 4 Arm Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful hanging light is authentic hand forged wrought iron. Decorated with beautiful hand made iron accents. Features an antique gold finish. Circa 2000. Total Fixture Di...
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Early 2000s American Spanish Colonial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

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Ornate Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Mt. Kisco, NY
Six armed hand-forged iron chandelier.
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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

French Early 1900s Handmade Wrought Iron Floral Basket Chandelier
Located in Stockport, GB
French early 1900s handmade wrought iron floral basket chandelier with original frosted floral
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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

iron chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
ornate cast wrought iron 10 arm chandelier
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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

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Ornate Crystal Drop Chandelier with Blue Glass Details
Located in London, GB
Bold and ornate this gorgeous chandelier is constructed in wrought iron finished in a brass tone
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Ornate Crystal Drop Chandelier with Pink Glass Details
Located in London, GB
Bold and ornate this gorgeous chandelier is constructed in wrought iron finished in a brass tone
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Large Ornate Crystal Drop Chandelier with Green Shades
Located in London, GB
Bold and ornate this gorgeous chandelier is constructed in wrought iron finished in a brass tone
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Medium Ornate Blue and White Clay Bead Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medium ornate blue and white custom chandelier made with hand rolled ceramic beads from a recycled
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21st Century and Contemporary African Chandeliers and Pendants

An Italian 19th Century Ornately Wrought & Gilt Iron Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
elongated c-scrolls, within the triangles are beautifully wrought matching dragons within scrollwork, the
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Antique 19th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

1920s, French, Wrought Iron Ball Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France during the 1920’s, this wrought iron ball chandelier features four saucer sconces
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Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Italian Wrought Iron and Painted 3-Light Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
suspended from twisting oval chain and a wrought canopy the chandelier is centered around an
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Vintage 1930s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Antique French Six-Light Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique wrought iron chandelier features a long central rod supporting the six ornate
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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

An Ornate Italian Forged-Iron Ring Chandelier w/ Eight Torch Lights
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian wrought iron eight-light round chandelier from the mid-20th century. This iron
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Large Antique Wrought Iron 10-Light Torch Chandelier from France, Late 1800s
Located in Dallas, TX
An exquisite and large light source, this hand wrought iron torch chandelier hails from the late
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Antique Late 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

19th Century French Wrought Iron Bar Light
Located in Dallas, TX
Unique 19th century French architectural handwrought iron light fixture. Triangular in shape and
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Antique 1870s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Art Deco orange Pate De Verre wrought iron Ceiling Lamp by Schneider, 1930s
By Schneider
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco wrought iron chandelier by Schneider - 1930s The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Antique French 8-Light Black Iron Chandelier
Located in Round Top, TX
This unique antique French wrought iron chandelier has an organic feel with its eight scrolled arms
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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Antique French Iron Hanging Lantern Pendant Light
Located in Pasadena, CA
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Antique Late 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s
By Muller Frères
Located in Saarburg, RP
of wrought iron with the fragile elegance of Pate de Verre glass, harmoniously combining
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Pair of Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Chandeliers by Carl Westman
By Carl Westman
Located in Englewood, NJ
A rare Pair of Swedish Art Nouveau highly ornate Wrought Iron Lanterns by famed Swedish architect
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Lanterns

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Antique Venetian Lanterns
Located in Austin, TX
crafting. The glass in fusion is blown while contained inside the ornate wrought iron structure
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Venetian Lanterns
Antique Venetian Lanterns
H 9.75 in Dm 7.5 in
Antique Italian Carriage Axle, Sicily, circa 1820
Located in Dallas, TX
preferred in the more rugged countryside). This interesting carved wood and wrought iron piece was
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Abstract Sculptures

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Iron

Antique Italian Carriage Axle, Sicily, circa 1820
Antique Italian Carriage Axle, Sicily, circa 1820
H 13.625 in W 38.5 in D 12.125 in
Antique Italian Black Wrought Iron and Green Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
dolphin. This unique antique Italian wrought iron chandelier has an organic feel with its six scrolled
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Wrought Iron

French 1940s Handwrought Original Paint Iron 4-Light Chandelier or Pendant Light
Located in Chicago, IL
, it has a rich, vibrant appearance. The Vintage French Wrought Iron Chandelier has been completely
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Vintage 1940s French Country Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

California Craftsman Iron Sconces or Pendant Lamps with Aqua Blue Glass, Pair
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Pair of ornate wrought iron garden/patio sconces. 6 sided with original aqua blue wavy glass
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Mid-20th Century American Craftsman Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Huge Gilt Wrought Iron Ornate Floral Four-Light Ceiling Flushmount, Spain, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding large size hand-hammered gilt iron ornate flower bush ceiling light fixture with four
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s
By Muller Frères
Located in Saarburg, RP
production of ornate glassware. This signed hanging lamp cleverly combines the robust material of wrought
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Oscar Bach, Arts & Crafts Gilt Wrought Iron and Marble Pedestal, 1900s
By Oscar Bruno Bach
Located in New York, NY
made an ornate jewel encrusted Bible cover for the study of Pope Leo XIII - an early article of his
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Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts More Dining and Entertaining

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Original Vintage Opaline British Church Pendant Lights Trio
By ASEA
Located in Nottingham, GB
. SOLD AS A SET OF THREE. Originally hung in churches in groups on large wrought iron rings. The
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ornate Wrought Iron Tudor Chandelier
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This wrought iron Tudor chandelier is truly a feast for the eyes. Leaves of varying shapes and
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Vintage 1910s American Tudor Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron, Metal, Iron

Ornate Spanish Revival Iron Chandelier
Located in Pasadena, CA
Beautiful ornate Spanish Revival chandelier. It has original period green and gold accents.
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Early 20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Ornate French Wrought Iron Six-Light Chandelier, circa 1920s
Located in Portland, OR
. On this one-of-a-kind fixture, the replicated black lacquered finish tempers the bravado of wrought
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19th Century Spanish Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Cookeville, TN
Elaborate wrought iron makes up this outstanding Spanish chandelier. It features ornate scrollwork
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Wrought Iron

Fantastic Large Scale Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Quite ornate with leaves and berries, possibly Italian.
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Vintage 1940s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Large Ornate Iron Chandelier w/6 ft. drop
Located in Pasadena, CA
Highly detailed ironwork chandelier. It measures an impressive 6" tall and 27" wide.
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Early 20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Large-Scale Wrought Iron & Mica Chandelier
Located in Pasadena, CA
Beautiful and dramatic is this wrought iron chandelier c. 1920's - '30's, illuminated by twelve
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Vintage 1930s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Ornate Iron and Mica Pendant
Located in Pasadena, CA
Dramatic pendant lantern with delicate scrollwork, leaves, and flourishes over an insert of warm amber mica. It measures approx. 12 1/2"w x 34"h; 43 1/2" h incl chain & canopy
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Early 20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Incredibly Ornate 12-Light Chandelier, 1920's
Located in Pasadena, CA
Incredible iron chandelier with all-over scrollwork. It features twelve lights with intricate
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Early 20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Ornate Heraldic Wrought Fixture with Knight Motif, circa 1925
Located in Portland, OR
Wrought-iron inspired fixtures like this one were popular in the second half of the 1920s, where
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Vintage 1920s American Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

Muller Brothers Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period 20's Muller Freres iron chandelier with cast glass shades. Ornate center with twining vines
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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Muller Brothers Chandelier
Muller Brothers Chandelier
H 34 in Dm 27.5 in
Circular Spanish Revival Chandelier
Located in Pasadena, CA
Classic Spanish Revival circular iron chandelier with ornate iron scrollwork. It features six
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Vintage 1930s European Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Italian Florentine and Crystal Eight-Light Antique Cage Chandelier
Located in Chester, GB
A decorative Italian gilt and crystal eight-Light birdcage form antique chandelier, the leaf
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

French Toleware Eight-Light Antique Chandelier
Located in Chester, GB
A decorative French toleware gilded and green painted wrought iron eight-light antique chandelier
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Tôle

Exceptional Triple Pedestal Wrought Iron Console
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional triple pedestal wrought iron console. Wall console with a wrought iron base on 8
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Marble, Wrought Iron

Italian Wrought Iron and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Pasadena, CA
teardrops with one orb drop in its centre. Eight-light wrought iron and crystal chandelier. Jagged leaf
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Mid-20th Century Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

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Wrought Iron Ornate Chandeliers For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of wrought iron ornate chandeliers available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique wrought iron ornate chandeliers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and wrought iron. There are all kinds of wrought iron ornate chandeliers available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Art Deco, Baroque and mid-century modern wrought iron ornate chandeliers are consistently popular styles.

How Much are Wrought Iron Ornate Chandeliers?

Wrought iron ornate chandeliers can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,050, while the lowest priced sells for $950 and the highest can go for as much as $16,429.

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 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.

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