23.3"D. Monumental Art Deco Volterra Alabaster Bowl Chandelier, Italy circa 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
It currently comes as a beautiful 4-light chandelier and the original alabaster bowl is mounted with chains and an alabaster canopy.
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Empire Style 32 Inch Diameter 9 Light Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a very impressive and elegant alabaster bowl chandelier. This uniquely shaped 24 inch diameter hand carved bowl has a bowed bottom with tall flat sides.
Alabaster
French Neoclassical Style Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Early 20th-century French alabaster bowl chandelier with sculptural bronze details and classical proportions.
Alabaster, Bronze
Fine & Unusual Gilt Bronze & Alabaster Chandelier, Bowl as is
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine & unusual gilt bronze & alabaster chandelier. 6 lights ( 3 inside & 3 outside).
Alabaster, Bronze
Elegant Silver over Bronze Chandelier with Alabaster Bowl and Shades
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant silver over bronze chandelier with alabaster bowl and shades.
Alabaster, Bronze
Large Pair Midcentury Art Deco Style Alabaster Bowl Pendant Chandeliers
Located in Lisse, NL
Large and striking pair of midcentury alabaster bowl pendant chandeliers in Art Deco style.
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Wonderful Vaughan Marble Alabaster Ridged Bowl Art Deco Fixture Chandelier
By Vaughan Designs
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Vaughan Style Marble / Alabaster Ridged Rim Bowl In The Art Deco Style Light Fixture Chandelier With Two Edison Interior Lights
Marble, Bronze
Antique Chandelier. Gilt Bronze and Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very fine gilt bronze chandelier with alabaster bowl.
Alabaster, Ormolu
Alabaster Ceiling Chandelier, Vienna, Early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large ceiling chandelier with alabaster bowl, pendant pinecone finial, and relief leaf decoration.
Alabaster
Painted Alabaster Dish-Form Three-Light Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
Painted alabaster bowl/dish-form chandelier with three lights.
Alabaster
$22,500Sale Price|25% Off
French 19th Century Antique Bronze Gasolier with Alabaster Bowl
Located in New Orleans, LA
A semi-opague alabaster bowl is suspended at the base of the chandelier.
Alabaster, Bronze
1920s–1930s Art Deco Alabaster Bowl Plafonnier – 45 cm Restored
Located in Søborg, DK
1930s French Solid Alabaster Hanging Plafonnier 45cm Art Deco Bowl Light A beautiful, fully restored Art Deco plafonnier carved from *solid alabaster* with dramatic natural veining....
Alabaster
1920s–1930s Alabaster Bowl Plafonnier – 40 cm – Staple Repaired & Rewired
Located in Søborg, DK
1920s–1930s Alabaster Bowl Plafonnier – 40 cm – Staple Repaired & Rewired Beautiful original alabaster plafonnier with exceptional color and historic restoration. The bowl is hand-tu...
Alabaster
1920s–1930s Alabaster Bowl Plafonnier – 40 cm – Staple Repaired & Rewired
Located in Søborg, DK
1930s French Art Deco Alabaster Plafonnier – 40 cm – Staple Repaired & Fully Restored Exceptional white alabaster bowl plafonnier, c. 1920s–1930s, with the desirable scalloped ‘l...
Alabaster
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
Monumental French Bronze and Alabaster Empire Style Chandelier
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Featuring a finely carved alabaster bowl with fluted detailing, the chandelier exudes warmth and sophistication as the natural stone softly diffuses light.
Alabaster, Bronze
$1,788Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Style Plafonnier Ceiling Lamp with Alabaster Bowl
Located in Ulm, DE
For many years, this Art Deco Style Plafonnier Ceiling Lamp adorned the corridors of the prestigious 5-star Grand Hotel "Les Trois Rois" in Basel, Switzerland. The metal frame of t...
Alabaster, Metal, Nickel
Art Deco Gilt Bronze Alabaster Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Large French Art Deco gilt bronze chandelier with alabaster bowl shade suspended from three gilt bronze arms with knotted rope shape.
Alabaster, Bronze
French Art Deco Alabaster Bowl Lantern Fixture, Fluted Design, 1930s
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco white alabaster bowl shaped lantern fixture with a fluted design suspended by 3 chains (measurements are for fixture only-lacking light fixture)
Alabaster
Carved Alabaster and Silvered Bronze Bowl Fixture
Located in Hudson, NY
This carved alabaster bowl fixture from the early Art Deco period is in two colors natural and almond. All the external mounting parts such as tassels and lower drop finial are craft...
Bronze
Large 1920s–1930s Art Deco Alabaster Bowl Plafonnier – 50 cm Restored
Located in Søborg, DK
Large 1930s Swedish Solid Alabaster Hanging Plafonnier 50cm Art Deco Ceiling Light A stunning, fully restored and rewired Swedish Art Deco plafonnier, hand-carved from solid alabast...
Alabaster
20.47" Exceptional Large Mosaic Veined Alabaster Bowl Pendant, France, ca.1920s
Located in Warsaw, PL
A 3-stem hanging pendant light made of gorgeous veined alabaster pieces, impeccably crafted into a bowl shape, with lovely brass button holding the shade to the stems. 1-candelabra b...
Alabaster, Bronze
Honey Amber hand carved original Alabaster bowl w/ nickeled bronze stem
Located in New York City, NY
Elegant authentic Art Deco alabaster pendant light featuring a warm, honey‑amber toned carved bowl with dramatic veining and natural translucency. The nicely scaled dome shape is sus...
Alabaster, Bronze, Nickel
French Art Deco Alabaster Gilt Bronze Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Large Art Deco solid gilt bronze chandelier with alabaster bowl shade suspended from three gilt bronze arms with knotted rope shape.
Alabaster, Bronze
Striking Antique Alabaster Bowl Pendant Light w. Warm Amber Veining, circa 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Glowing antique alabaster pendant with rich amber veining, timeless elegance for any interior. This stunning antique alabaster bowl pendant exudes elegance and timeless charm. Hand-...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze, Wire
Matching Pair of XL 32 inches Diameter Art Deco Style Alabaster Chandeliers
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and highly impressive matching pair of extra-large vintage alabaster bowl chandeliers. With diameters of no less than 31.7 and 32 inches, these monumental light fixtures will m...
Alabaster, Metal, Iron, Wire, Brass
French white alabaster Pendant Light, gray rope w/ original alabaster canopy
Located in New York City, NY
This French Art Deco alabaster bowl shape chandelier exhibits a distinguished splash of light grey natural striations and features its original alabaster canopy.
Alabaster
Large original Art Deco off-white alabaster coupe w/ nickel and alabaster canopy
Located in New York City, NY
A French Art Deco original hand carved off white / creamy alabaster nine sided bowl shaped pendant chandelier with angular border rim surround, suspended by a nickeled bronze armatur...
Alabaster, Bronze, Nickel
Sculptural Alabaster Art Deco Pendant Light with Carved Rose Garland, circa 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Warm regards, Henk and the Studio Team Keywords: Alabaster pendant light Art Deco chandelier antique lighting Rose carved light fixture 1920s alabaster lamp Sculp...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze, Wire
Unavailable
H 29.53 in Dm 29.53 in
Alabaster Bowl Chandelier with Floral Lampshades and Dragons, France
Located in Retie, BE
Antique alabaster bowl chandelier. A French Alabaster chandelier or pendant consisting a veined amber alabaster bowl, floral lampshades and dragons.
Alabaster, Bronze
Five-Light Neoclassical Style Alabaster Bowl Chandelier
Located in Vienna, AT
Five-light chandelier prominently featuring a large bowl of exquisite alabaster.
Alabaster, Brass
An alabaster chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A round alabaster bowl chandelier with bronze decorative elements, original canopy,French, circa 1930
Alabaster Bowl Fixture
By Beardslee Chandelier Co.
Located in Vancouver, BC
Ca. 1915 Edwardian veined amber alabaster bowl, suspended from bronze hardware. Greek Revival influence in the delicate dentals and carved wreaths. Excellent quality fixture, rare an...
Alabaster Art Deco Bowl Pendant Light with Nine Candles
Located in Newburgh, NY
Art Deco Alabaster bowl pendant light. Outstanding variance in the veining and color of stone. Each set of three candles is supported by a carved alabaster form. Gold fabric tassel a...
Alabaster
Striking & Unusual French Art Deco (or earlier) Alabaster Bowl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unusually vivid and bold markings separate this French alabaster bowl from the pack. There are quartz-like crystals in the alabaster, as well, which give it a radiance not normally s...
Alabaster
Italian 1920s Alabaster Bowl Form Light Fixture
Located in Hudson, NY
1920s alabaster bowl form light fixture with Greek key carved frieze and lobe carving. The alabaster bowl hung from a silken and tasseled rope.
Unavailable
H 51.18 in Dm 23.62 in
Charles X chandelier with alabaster bowl and green-patinated bronze chains
Located in Brussels & Antwerp, BE
Provenance: Musée Marmottan Monet - Paris
Alabaster
Black and White Alabaster Bowl/Chandelier
Located in Petaluma, CA
Here is a nice example of a black and white alabaster bowl/chandelier. Nice original hardware.
Alabaster, Bronze
Large Amber Alabaster Bowl Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautifully carved amber alabaster with naturally mellowed patina. Emits a lovely warm light. Canopy from later date.
Alabaster
Swedish Deep Rose Alabaster Pendant Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Incredible carved alabaster bowl chandelier with original corded hanger.
Alabaster Bowl/Pendant Chandelier
Located in Petaluma, CA
No, we did not use trick lighting in bringing you photos of this remarkable piece of alabaster. We have sold many alabaster chandeliers, none with this dramatic color. Beautiful pe...
Alabaster, Brass
Alabaster Bowl/Pendant Chandelier
Located in Petaluma, CA
Very rich carved alabaster chandelier with well defined carving. The upper border is done in the greek key motif. The body is ribbed and there is a carved finial at the bottom. Nice ...
Alabaster, Brass
Mini Alabaster Bowl/Pendant Chandelier
Located in Petaluma, CA
This little cutie is a hard to find size and would work great in any hallway or bedroom, or any small area. Rich and warm color really enhance this lovely pendant.
Alabaster, Bronze
Carved Alabaster Bowl Pendant/Chandelier
Located in Petaluma, CA
We have been selling alabaster pendants for many years and this is the finest carved one we have ever had. Please note the finely carved neoclassical style border as well as the oth...
Brass
Unusual Pair of Alabaster Bowl/Pendant Chandeliers
Located in Petaluma, CA
These chandeliers offer a very unique color and beautiful art deco style; different from the usual alabaster.
Alabaster, Bronze
Super Luscious Large Alabaster Bowl Pendant/Chandelier
Located in Petaluma, CA
We try to stay objective in our Title, but as you look at this chandelier, you might see what we see: a very luscious stone to enhance any room as the choice piece of lighting. Not...
Alabaster, Bronze
Alabaster Bowl
Located in Petaluma, CA
Impressive caramelized alabaster with black veining and fantastic cast bronze hardware with original gilding.
Alabaster, Bronze
Carved Alabaster Bowl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fabulous carved alabaster bowl with neo classical design elements with carved alabaster canopy, 3 light
Alabaster, Metal
Alabaster Chandelier with Five Shades and Center Bowl
Located in Petaluma, CA
This highly unusual alabaster color is one we have not seen before. Very rich and mottled, it will create great warmth and joy to any house. Beautiful bronze work accents this rema...
Alabaster, Bronze
Vintage Alabaster Carved Urn Pendant or Bowl Chandelier
Located in Petaluma, CA
Unusual and most desirable curvy white alabaster pendant. With nice carving and a pleasing shape we are offering an especially fun pendant. Newly wired and ready to hang. We can easi...
Alabaster, Brass
Alabaster Pendant/ Bowl
Located in Petaluma, CA
We have sold a lot of alabaster pendants in our over 46 years of selling antique lighting, but I can't remember any alabaster with such fabulous grain and color. This is really a gem...
Alabaster, Brass
Alabaster Bowl
Located in Petaluma, CA
Scalloped border and ribbed alabaster chandelier with patinated period bronze hardware. Clam broth color when not lit; lights up to a cream with dramatic black highlights.
Ca...
Bronze
Alabaster Pendant or Bowl Chandelier with Art Deco Design
Located in Petaluma, CA
This very rich caramel and black alabaster pendant can warm up any room. Beautifully polished and detailed with incised lines add to the character of this fine example. Please note t...
Alabaster, Brass
Flush Mount Alabaster Bowl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hand Carved Vintage Alabaster bowl with deco inspiration pattern 3 light flush mount with nickel hardware
Alabaster
Large European Alabaster Bowl
Located in Dallas, TX
a large European / Continental antique alabaster bowl, with original passementerie and canopy newly rewired
Alabaster
Art Deco Alabaster Bowl
Located in Petaluma, CA
Elegant, stylish alabaster chandelier with great rich orange and black color, suspended from rich patinated brass hardware.
Alabaster, Brass
Art Deco Chandelier hanging lamp bronze lamp alabaster bowl, 1920s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Art Deco chandeliers bronze lamp alabaster bowl, 1920s This original pendant lamp impresses with its design.
Alabaster, Bronze
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.