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Mid-century Modern Chrome and Lucite 5 Arm Chandelier with Square Shades
Mid-century Modern Chrome and Lucite 5 Arm Chandelier with Square Shades

Mid-century Modern Chrome and Lucite 5 Arm Chandelier with Square Shades

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-century Modern Chrome and Lucite 5 Arm Chandelier with Square Shades Offered for sale is a mid-century modern chrome and lucite five-arm chandelier with square black fabric shad...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Wire

Colorful Mid-Century Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Colorful Mid-Century Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

Colorful Mid-Century Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A colorful Sputnik chandelier made in Italy in the 1950s. It is fascinating with its five flexible brass arms, each of it with an E14 light bulb. The light requires 5 E14 light bul...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Large 5-Light Opaline Glass Chandelier, Italy, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Large 5-Light Opaline Glass Chandelier, Italy, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Large 5-Light Opaline Glass Chandelier, Italy, 1970s

Located in Firenze, IT

An impressive and architecturally striking 5-light modernist chandelier, dating to the 1970s. This large-scale ceiling fixture perfectly embodies the sleek, geometric optimism of the...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

1960s Rare Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier 5-Arm Pierced Cones Vintage Mid-Century
1960s Rare Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier 5-Arm Pierced Cones Vintage Mid-Century

1960s Rare Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier 5-Arm Pierced Cones Vintage Mid-Century

By Lightolier

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Wonderful and rare find, a 5 arm pierced cone off-white and brass chandelier in the manner of Paavo Tynell for Lightolier. Each cone is a diameter of 4 and height of 5.5 inches.

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Vintage 1960s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Danish Modern 5-Arm Chandelier, Teak & Brass, Textured Opaline Glass, 1960s
Danish Modern 5-Arm Chandelier, Teak & Brass, Textured Opaline Glass, 1960s

Danish Modern 5-Arm Chandelier, Teak & Brass, Textured Opaline Glass, 1960s

Located in Rødding, DK

mid-century era — presents the five-arm teak-and-brass format at its absolute finest, with the rare addition of deeply textured, hobnail-relief opaline glass shades that set it decis...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

5-arm mid-century modern metal bag ceiling lamp with round white reflector
5-arm mid-century modern metal bag ceiling lamp with round white reflector

5-arm mid-century modern metal bag ceiling lamp with round white reflector

Located in München, DE

Sehr seltene 5 armige Mid Century Modern Metall Tüten Deckenlampe mit weissem Reflektor. Typisches Design der 1950er Jahre. Made in Germany. Sehr guter Zustand und voll funktionsfähi...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Scandinavian Modern 5-Arm Teak Brass Textured Glass Chandelier, Sweden, 1960s
Scandinavian Modern 5-Arm Teak Brass Textured Glass Chandelier, Sweden, 1960s

Scandinavian Modern 5-Arm Teak Brass Textured Glass Chandelier, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl Fagerlund

Located in Rødding, DK

A rare and highly collectible Carl Fagerlund chandelier for Orrefors Glassworks, Sweden — one of the most sought-after configurations in the designer's celebrated lighting canon, com...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1960s
Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1960s

Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1960s

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A brass Sputnik chandelier made in Germany in the 1950s. It is fascinating with its five brass arms, each of it with an E14 light bulb. The shape of the light is similar to a spider....

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This Italian mid-century brass 5-arm Sputnik chandelier from the 1950s is a striking lighting piece that combines sculptural elegance with the playful dynamism of postwar design. The...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This Italian Sputnik ceiling lamp from the 1950s is a captivating example of mid-century modern design in the style of Stilnovo. Featuring five arms with brass sockets, this lamp exu...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This Italian Sputnik ceiling lamp from the 1950s is a captivating example of mid-century modern design in the style of Stinovo. Featuring five arms with white acrylic glass shades, r...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Scandinavian Modern Five-Arm Chandelier Model ER 154/5 by Itsu, Finland, 1960s
Scandinavian Modern Five-Arm Chandelier Model ER 154/5 by Itsu, Finland, 1960s

Scandinavian Modern Five-Arm Chandelier Model ER 154/5 by Itsu, Finland, 1960s

By Itsu

Located in Kangasala, FI

An elegant Model ER 154/5 five-arm chandelier, manufactured by Itsu (Itä-Suomen Sähkö Oy) in Finland in the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Painted Tôle 5-Arm Light Fixture with Yellow Flowers
Mid-Century Painted Tôle 5-Arm Light Fixture with Yellow Flowers

Mid-Century Painted Tôle 5-Arm Light Fixture with Yellow Flowers

Located in Antwerp, BE

A vintage painted tôle light fixture from the mid 20th century, with five lights. Created during the midcentury period, this light fixture attracts our attention with its yellow pain...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Vintage 5 Armes Chandelier + 2 Armes Wall Mount Lamp Massive Belgium, 1960s
Vintage 5 Armes Chandelier + 2 Armes Wall Mount Lamp Massive Belgium, 1960s

Vintage 5 Armes Chandelier + 2 Armes Wall Mount Lamp Massive Belgium, 1960s

By Massive Lighting

Located in Verviers, BE

Vintage 5 armes chandelier + 2 armes wall mount lamp massive Belgium, 1960s. In excellent condition and in full working order. Fittings in the standard size E14. And safe for i...

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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A Sputnik chandelier made in Italy in the 1950s. It is fascinating with its six brass arms with plastic shades, each of it with an E14 light bulb. The shape of the light is similar t...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Wonderful Transitional Gilt Rock Crystal 5-Arm Baguès Chandelier
Wonderful Transitional Gilt Rock Crystal 5-Arm Baguès Chandelier

Wonderful Transitional Gilt Rock Crystal 5-Arm Baguès Chandelier

Located in Roslyn, NY

This delicately decorated chandelier has rock crystal prisms and rock and crystal pendants throughout. Draping crystal beads accent the top crown and the lower arms. Beautiful gilt l...

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Metal

Midcentury Design 5-Arm Gaetano Sciolari Ceiling Lamp Chandelier Chrome
Midcentury Design 5-Arm Gaetano Sciolari Ceiling Lamp Chandelier Chrome

Midcentury Design 5-Arm Gaetano Sciolari Ceiling Lamp Chandelier Chrome

By Sciolari Lighting, Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

Midcentury design ceiling lamp or chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari from the 1970s. The lamp has 5-light points and gives beautiful lightning by the reflections on the chrome. Measu...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

5 Arm Chandelier by Paavo Tynell, Model 1386/5 for Taito, Finland, 1930s
5 Arm Chandelier by Paavo Tynell, Model 1386/5 for Taito, Finland, 1930s

5 Arm Chandelier by Paavo Tynell, Model 1386/5 for Taito, Finland, 1930s

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Odense, DK

A rare 1930s ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell, model 1386/5, designed for the Finnish manufacturer Taito. The chandelier features a gracefully patinated brass frame with elegant wooden a...

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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

1970s Sciolari 5 Arm Brass Chandelier with Huge Glass Shade, Italy
1970s Sciolari 5 Arm Brass Chandelier with Huge Glass Shade, Italy

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 construction. Each glass shade measure 7.5 in. wide by 6.5 in. high. Contain 5 candelab...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Brass and Cut Crystal Pineapple Chandelier with 5-Arm Light
Brass and Cut Crystal Pineapple Chandelier with 5-Arm Light

Brass and Cut Crystal Pineapple Chandelier with 5-Arm Light

By Maison Charles-Jansen

Located in Antwerp, BE

Gilt brass and cut crystal pineapple chandelier made in France, circa 1960-1970. It needs 7 x E14 standard screw bulbs to illuminate. After years this gorgeous chandelier stays in a ...

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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Chandelier, Brass & Opaline Glass, Italy
Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Chandelier, Brass & Opaline Glass, Italy

Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Chandelier, Brass & Opaline Glass, Italy

By Stilnovo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A gold-white, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian chandelier, pendant made of hand crafted polished brass, designed and produced by Stilnovo in good condition.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 5 arm brass chandelier, Smoky glass shades , 1970 Sweden
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 5 arm brass chandelier, Smoky glass shades , 1970 Sweden

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 5 arm brass chandelier, Smoky glass shades , 1970 Sweden

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Bronx, NY

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Sweden 1970 , Brass frame holding 5 warm smoky glass shades each one holding a single Edison socket. Rewired for the US.  

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Vintage 5 Armes Chrome, Opalline Schade Chandelier Massive Lichting Belgium, 1960
Vintage 5 Armes Chrome, Opalline Schade Chandelier Massive Lichting Belgium, 1960

Vintage 5 Armes Chrome, Opalline Schade Chandelier Massive Lichting Belgium, 1960

By Massive Lighting

Located in Verviers, BE

In excellent condition and in full working order. New lamp fittings in the standard size E27. And safe for immediate usage in the World With original patina on all parts. Checked an...

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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Opaline Glass Chandelier, Italy, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Opaline Glass Chandelier, Italy, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Opaline Glass Chandelier, Italy, 1970s

Located in Firenze, IT

A refined and architecturally striking 3-light modernist chandelier, dating to the 1970s. This medium-scale ceiling fixture perfectly embodies the sleek, geometric optimism of the Sp...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Modern 4 Arms 5 Shade Counter Balance Brass Chandelier
Modern 4 Arms 5 Shade Counter Balance Brass Chandelier

Modern 4 Arms 5 Shade Counter Balance Brass Chandelier

By Stilnovo

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Elegant minimalist chandelier with 4 counter balance rotating arm that pivot 180 degree with tiltable shade . Light bounce on ceiling creating an ambient mood and lights up a ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Brass

Stilnovo Style 5 Arm Brass and Black Chandelier w/ Multi-Colored Pastel Sockets
Stilnovo Style 5 Arm Brass and Black Chandelier w/ Multi-Colored Pastel Sockets

Stilnovo Style 5 Arm Brass and Black Chandelier w/ Multi-Colored Pastel Sockets

By Stilnovo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sweet and delicate, Mid-Century, five armed black enameled metal chandelier with brass accents and multi-colored socket casings. Original condition with some wear consistent with its...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Five-Arm Model "1443/5" Brass & Glass Chandelier by Paavo Tynell, Finland 1930s
Five-Arm Model "1443/5" Brass & Glass Chandelier by Paavo Tynell, Finland 1930s

Five-Arm Model "1443/5" Brass & Glass Chandelier by Paavo Tynell, Finland 1930s

By Taito, Paavo Tynell

Located in Utrecht, NL

Paavo Tynell is regarded as one of Finland’s pioneering lighting designers, celebrated for his poetic approach that merged natural inspiration with refined craftsmanship. Working for...

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Five-Arm Brass and Glass Chandelier Model 101/5 by Itsu, Finland, 1950s
Five-Arm Brass and Glass Chandelier Model 101/5 by Itsu, Finland, 1950s

Five-Arm Brass and Glass Chandelier Model 101/5 by Itsu, Finland, 1950s

By Itsu

Located in Karis, Nyland

A clean and balanced mid-century chandelier in brass and opaline glass.

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Teak, Rosewood and Crystal Spider or Cascade Chandelier
Mid Century Modern Teak, Rosewood and Crystal Spider or Cascade Chandelier

Mid Century Modern Teak, Rosewood and Crystal Spider or Cascade Chandelier

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a gorgeous and rare Mid Century Modern 5-Arm Spider or Cascade Chandelier.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Italian Mid-Century Tole Chandelier, Distressed White Floral Design
Italian Mid-Century Tole Chandelier, Distressed White Floral Design

Italian Mid-Century Tole Chandelier, Distressed White Floral Design

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Mid-Century Style Tole 5 arm chandelier in a distressed white finish feature having green floral elements with blue tulip bobeche candle cups held at the bottom with a ball f...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Nickel & Glass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Nickel & Glass

1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Nickel & Glass

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in London, GB

Five clear glass relief glass cones are connected by nickel plated arm fixings. The heights of the cords can all be adjusted. They can be hung in a circle with alternating heights or...

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Lightolier Mid-century Atomic Sputnik Pendant Chandelier
Lightolier Mid-century Atomic Sputnik Pendant Chandelier

Lightolier Mid-century Atomic Sputnik Pendant Chandelier

By Lightolier

Located in Miami, FL

Lightolier Mid-century Atomic Sputnik Pendant Chandelier Offered for sale is a 6 arm Mid-century Modern atomic sputnik style pendant chandelier.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Wire

Elegant Italian Mangani Porcelain Chandelier – 5-Light, 1970s
Elegant Italian Mangani Porcelain Chandelier – 5-Light, 1970s

Elegant Italian Mangani Porcelain Chandelier – 5-Light, 1970s

By Mangani Firenze

Located in Antwerp, BE

Elegant Italian Mangani Porcelain Chandelier – 5-Light, 1970s A beautiful and refined 5-arm chandelier by the distinguished Italian porcelain house Mangani Firenze, crafted in the 1...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950s Stilnovo Five Arm Italian Chandelier Brass Opaline
1950s Stilnovo Five Arm Italian Chandelier Brass Opaline

1950s Stilnovo Five Arm Italian Chandelier Brass Opaline

By Stilnovo

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Chandelier made in Italy circa 1950s. Style of Stilnovo with Five Light No label present. Attributed Stilnovo. Brass and Wood Opaline Glass Green accent. ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass Light Fixture
Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass Light Fixture

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass Light Fixture

Located in San Francisco, CA

A very high quality sleek modern style chrome and glass 5-arm ceiling light fixture. Newly re-wired. American, mid 20th century. We can shorten the length of the chain to the buyers ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Spanish 1960's Gilt Metal Chandelier with 5 Lights
Spanish 1960's Gilt Metal Chandelier with 5 Lights

Spanish 1960's Gilt Metal Chandelier with 5 Lights

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant mid-century chandelier from Spain captures the artistry and refinement of 1960s lighting design. Five gracefully curved arms extend from a sculptural gilt-metal stem ado...

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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Remarkable Mid-Century Sculptured Silvered Bronze and Alabaster Chandelier, 1970
Remarkable Mid-Century Sculptured Silvered Bronze and Alabaster Chandelier, 1970

Remarkable Mid-Century Sculptured Silvered Bronze and Alabaster Chandelier, 1970

Located in Lisse, NL

Large and remarkable, nine light chandelier. This large and rare nine-light chandelier is a true masterpiece of mid-century design and craftsmanship. Its sculptural form, elegant sy...

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Metal, Bronze

Bakalowits Brass & Crystals Cascade Five-Arm Chandelier Pendant Light, Austria
Bakalowits Brass & Crystals Cascade Five-Arm Chandelier Pendant Light, Austria

Bakalowits Brass & Crystals Cascade Five-Arm Chandelier Pendant Light, Austria

By Bakalowits & Söhne

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful brass five-arm cascading chandelier from the 1970s, designed an manufactured by Bakalowits & Söhne, Austria. Consisting of five lights, made of brass, the lampshades are ...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

'Lulu' 3-Arm Chandelier in Black & Brass by Alvaro Benitez
'Lulu' 3-Arm Chandelier in Black & Brass by Alvaro Benitez

'Lulu' 3-Arm Chandelier in Black & Brass by Alvaro Benitez

By Alvaro Benitez, Stilnovo, Arteluce

Located in Los Angeles, CA

'Lulu' 3-arm chandelier in black & brass by Alvaro Benitez. Hand-fabricated by Los Angeles based designer and lighting professional Alvaro Benitez, these UL Listed and highly refined...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Metal, Brass

Vintage French Black Iron 10-Arm Chandelier with Shades
Vintage French Black Iron 10-Arm Chandelier with Shades

Vintage French Black Iron 10-Arm Chandelier with Shades

Located in Chicago, IL

A mid-20th century French chandelier, wrought in blackened iron with ten sweeping arms that curve outward in perfect symmetry. Each stem lifts an ivory fabric shade, its light soften...

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20th Century French Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Mid-Century Modernist Etched Glass Pendant Chandelier with Chromed Fittings
Mid-Century Modernist Etched Glass Pendant Chandelier with Chromed Fittings

Mid-Century Modernist Etched Glass Pendant Chandelier with Chromed Fittings

By Kinkeldey

Located in New York, NY

A set of three Mid-Century Modernist etched glass pendant chandelier in the style of Kinkeldy with chromed fittings. This chandelier features three downward hanging shades that each ...

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

'Lulu' 3-Arm Chandelier in White & Brass by Alvaro Benitez
'Lulu' 3-Arm Chandelier in White & Brass by Alvaro Benitez

'Lulu' 3-Arm Chandelier in White & Brass by Alvaro Benitez

By Stilnovo, Arteluce, Alvaro Benitez

Located in Los Angeles, CA

'Lulu' 3-arm chandelier in white & brass by Alvaro Benitez. Hand-fabricated by Los Angeles based designer and lighting professional Alvaro Benitez, these UL listed and highly refined...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Inspired 12-Light Chandelier, Opaline Glass, Made to Order
Italian Mid-Century Inspired 12-Light Chandelier, Opaline Glass, Made to Order

Italian Mid-Century Inspired 12-Light Chandelier, Opaline Glass, Made to Order

By Bruno Gatta, Stilnovo

Located in Bochum, NRW

Italian Mid‑Century Inspired 12‑Light Chandelier in the Stilnovo Manner A striking contemporary interpretation of Stilnovo’s iconic Italian Mid‑Century Modern lighting, this sculptur...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Uno & Östen Kristiansson Model 511 Five-Arm "Starfish" Chandelier, Luxus, 1950s
Uno & Östen Kristiansson Model 511 Five-Arm "Starfish" Chandelier, Luxus, 1950s

Uno & Östen Kristiansson Model 511 Five-Arm "Starfish" Chandelier, Luxus, 1950s

By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Uno & Östen Kristiansson model 511 five-arm "Starfish" chandelier, Luxus, 1950s This model 511 is a 5 globe pendant designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass, Oak

Italian Mid-Century Brass Chandelier with Murano Style Glass Shades, 1960's
Italian Mid-Century Brass Chandelier with Murano Style Glass Shades, 1960's

Italian Mid-Century Brass Chandelier with Murano Style Glass Shades, 1960's

By Stilnovo

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Elegant Italian six-arm chandelier in brass with beautifully textured frosted and pressed glass shades, attributed to the Stilnovo style and produced in Italy during the mid-century ...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Opaline Glass and Brass chandelier by Stilux Milano, Italy 1950s
Mid Century Opaline Glass and Brass chandelier by Stilux Milano, Italy 1950s

Mid Century Opaline Glass and Brass chandelier by Stilux Milano, Italy 1950s

By Stilux

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a very rare 5-arm Mid Century Modern chandelier manufactured by Stilux Milano, the main competitor of Stilnovo throughout 1950s and 1960s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian White Metal + Brass Ten-Arm Chandelier Manner of Oscar Torlasco, 1950s
Italian White Metal + Brass Ten-Arm Chandelier Manner of Oscar Torlasco, 1950s

Italian White Metal + Brass Ten-Arm Chandelier Manner of Oscar Torlasco, 1950s

By Oscar Torlasco

Located in Chicago, IL

A monumental Italian chandelier from the 1950s, in the manner of Oscar Torlasco, spanning over three feet in diameter. Ten arched arms in white-lacquered metal radiate outward in a b...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Brass Shades
Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Brass Shades

Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Brass Shades

By Silvio Piattelli, Stilnovo

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

This stunning bespoke brass chandelier is cleverly designed to work perfectly with lower ceilings. It features five rotating arms with a minimum height of 28 in. (70 cm). The arms ar...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Model ER 103/5 Brass & Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp by Itsu, Finland
Mid-Century Model ER 103/5 Brass & Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp by Itsu, Finland

Mid-Century Model ER 103/5 Brass & Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp by Itsu, Finland

By Itsu

Located in Karis, Nyland

Elegant five-arm ceiling lamp produced by Itsu in Finland during the 1950s. The fixture features a refined brass structure with softly curved arms supporting tapered opaline glass sh...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Brass & Glass Chandelier Model 505-5 by Stockmann Orno, Finland, 1950s
Brass & Glass Chandelier Model 505-5 by Stockmann Orno, Finland, 1950s

Brass & Glass Chandelier Model 505-5 by Stockmann Orno, Finland, 1950s

Located in Karis, Nyland

Elegant five-arm chandelier by Stockmann Orno, Finland, dating to the 1950s. This refined design features a sculptural brass frame with delicate filigree detailing and gracefully cur...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1970s Lightolier 16-Arm Chrome Sputnik Style Chandelier with Glass Shade , Usa
1970s Lightolier 16-Arm Chrome Sputnik Style Chandelier with Glass Shade , Usa

1970s Lightolier 16-Arm Chrome Sputnik Style Chandelier with Glass Shade , Usa

By Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

16 mouth blowed glass shade sitting on a deep chrome finish structure from Lightolier. Each shade measure 5 in. diameter. Solid, well made construction. Use 16 candelabra E12 s...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, All Brass and Natural Patina
Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, All Brass and Natural Patina

Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, All Brass and Natural Patina

By Silvio Piattelli

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

After many requests of customization in all brass and patina of the orbitale chandelier I decided to go ahead with a separate listing. This all brass version is possible as the orbi...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Serge Mouille - 7 Arm Black Spider Ceiling Lamp
Serge Mouille - 7 Arm Black Spider Ceiling Lamp

Serge Mouille - 7 Arm Black Spider Ceiling Lamp

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Serge Mouille - 7 Arm Black Spider Ceiling Lamp

By Serge Mouille

Located in Stratford, CT

This lamp with rotating heads on seven fixed arms is a statement as much as it is a ceiling lamp - one that will command the conversation. Available in white or black. Brass swivels...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

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Aluminum, Brass

Pair of Fedele Papagni Five Arm Articulating Pendants
Pair of Fedele Papagni Five Arm Articulating Pendants

Pair of Fedele Papagni Five Arm Articulating Pendants

By Angelo Lelii, Fedele Papagni

Located in Hanover, MA

Spectacular pair of Italian chandeliers designed and executed by Maestro Fedele Papagni. From a suspended central orb extend five multi-position adjustable arms with articulating sha...

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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Serge Mouille - Spider Ceiling Lamp with 5 Arms
Serge Mouille - Spider Ceiling Lamp with 5 Arms

Serge Mouille - Spider Ceiling Lamp with 5 Arms

By Serge Mouille

Located in Stratford, CT

Elegance in form and function are hallmarks of a Serge Mouille lamp. This ceiling lamp with adjustable shades on five fixed arms is at once an old and practical design that works wel...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

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Aluminum, Steel

Serge Mouille - Black Spider Ceiling Lamp with 5 Arms
Serge Mouille - Black Spider Ceiling Lamp with 5 Arms

Serge Mouille - Black Spider Ceiling Lamp with 5 Arms

By Serge Mouille

Located in Stratford, CT

Elegance in form and function are hallmarks of a Serge Mouille lamp. This ceiling lamp with adjustable shades on five fixed arms is at once an old and practical design that works wel...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

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Aluminum, Steel

Serge Mouille - Black Spider Ceiling Lamp with 5 Arms
Serge Mouille - Black Spider Ceiling Lamp with 5 Arms

Serge Mouille - Black Spider Ceiling Lamp with 5 Arms

By Serge Mouille

Located in Stratford, CT

Elegance in form and function are hallmarks of a Serge Mouille lamp. This ceiling lamp with adjustable shades on five fixed arms is at once an old and practical design that works wel...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

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Aluminum, Steel

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Vintage Mid-Century Modern Postmodern 5 Arm Bubble Chandelier
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Postmodern 5 Arm Bubble Chandelier

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Postmodern 5 Arm Bubble Chandelier

Located in El Cerrito, CA

This stunningly simple 5 arm modern globe chandelier features a lovely mix of materials: brass, wood, and a subtly iridescent smoky glass.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

5-Arm "Wheat Ear" Chandelier
5-Arm "Wheat Ear" Chandelier

5-Arm "Wheat Ear" Chandelier

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H 23.23 in W 17.72 in D 16.54 in

5-Arm "Wheat Ear" Chandelier

Located in lyon, FR

5-arm "wheat ear" chandelier circa 1970 Chandelier with 5 arms in gilded metal. Gilded metal structure forming ears of wheat. Good general condition, some traces of wear due to a...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Italian Mid Century Modern Ceiling Light Chandelier
Italian Mid Century Modern Ceiling Light Chandelier

Italian Mid Century Modern Ceiling Light Chandelier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Italian mid century modern 5 arm ceiling light chandelier 1960.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Scrolled 5-Arm Chrome Plated and Aluminum 5 Large White Glass Globes Chandelier
Scrolled 5-Arm Chrome Plated and Aluminum 5 Large White Glass Globes Chandelier

Scrolled 5-Arm Chrome Plated and Aluminum 5 Large White Glass Globes Chandelier

By Litolier

Located in Houston, TX

Offered is a Mid-Century Modern Italian "mod" yet elegant five chrome-plated scrolled arm with five torchieres covered by large white milk glass globes and chrome plated and aluminum...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Chrome

Cascading Glass and Chrome 5 Arm Multi Hanging Lamp
Cascading Glass and Chrome 5 Arm Multi Hanging Lamp

Cascading Glass and Chrome 5 Arm Multi Hanging Lamp

Located in London, GB

Understated and elegant this cascading lamp is composed of five adjustable lights with glass and chrome detailing. Dimensions: Total height 92cm, Total diameter 40cm. Glass...

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Six-Arm Italian Brass Chandelier with Decorative Spikes, 1940s
Six-Arm Italian Brass Chandelier with Decorative Spikes, 1940s

Six-Arm Italian Brass Chandelier with Decorative Spikes, 1940s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Six-armed Italian brass chandelier with frosted shades and clear glass pendants. Long central brass shaft with trefoil hook at top, extending down to a decorative star shape halfway ...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Three Arm Italian Brass & Nickel Chandelier with Smoke Glass Shades, Circa 1960s
Three Arm Italian Brass & Nickel Chandelier with Smoke Glass Shades, Circa 1960s

Three Arm Italian Brass & Nickel Chandelier with Smoke Glass Shades, Circa 1960s

Located in New York, NY

AHL4048 A three light Italian smoked glass chandelier in its original polished brass and nickel finish. Due to the antique nature of this fixture, there may be some nicks or imperfe...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Nickel

Sorenthia Two-Arm Light, Custom-Made Contemporary Pendant by Studio Dunn
Sorenthia Two-Arm Light, Custom-Made Contemporary Pendant by Studio Dunn

Sorenthia Two-Arm Light, Custom-Made Contemporary Pendant by Studio Dunn

By Studio DUNN

Located in Rumford, RI

The Sorenthia 2-arm light is a modern, linear pendant with bold, elegant lines and dramatic negative space. The custom-made light fixture incorporates an element of the organic in it...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Brass, Steel, Metal

Sorenthia Two-Arm Light, Custom-Made Contemporary Pendant by Studio Dunn
Sorenthia Two-Arm Light, Custom-Made Contemporary Pendant by Studio Dunn

Sorenthia Two-Arm Light, Custom-Made Contemporary Pendant by Studio Dunn

By Studio DUNN

Located in Rumford, RI

The Sorenthia 2-Arm Light is a modern, linear pendant with bold, elegant lines and dramatic negative space. The custom-made light fixture incorporates an element of the organic in it...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Brass, Steel, Metal

Sorenthia Three-Arm Contemporary Light Fixture, Custom-Made by Studio DUNN
Sorenthia Three-Arm Contemporary Light Fixture, Custom-Made by Studio DUNN

Sorenthia Three-Arm Contemporary Light Fixture, Custom-Made by Studio DUNN

By Studio DUNN

Located in Rumford, RI

The Sorenthia 3-Arm is a modern, linear pendant with bold, elegant lines and dramatic negative space. The custom-made light fixture incorporates an element of the organic in its desi...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Metal, Brass, Steel

Stuart Barnes for Robert Long Architectural Chandelier
Stuart Barnes for Robert Long Architectural Chandelier

Stuart Barnes for Robert Long Architectural Chandelier

By Robert Long, Stuart Barnes

Located in Berkeley, CA

Stunning hanging chandelier designed by Stuart Barnes for Robert Long Lighting, c.1960s, California. Six arm canister lights which are double sided to produce an amazing top and bott...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Sorenthia Modern Pendant Light by Studio Dunn
Sorenthia Modern Pendant Light by Studio Dunn

Sorenthia Modern Pendant Light by Studio Dunn

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H 50 in W 38 in D 5 in

Sorenthia Modern Pendant Light by Studio Dunn

By Studio DUNN

Located in Rumford, RI

The Sorenthia Light is a modern, linear pendant with bold, elegant lines and dramatic negative space. The custom-made light fixture incorporates an element of the organic in its desi...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Metal, Brass, Steel

Brass Chandelier
Brass Chandelier

Brass Chandelier

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H 39 in W 44 in D 16 in

Brass Chandelier

Located in Glendale, CA

A modern 5 arm "branch" chandelier in brass. Three of the arms are adjustable. SIZE: 44W 16D 39H SIZE CAN BE CUSTOMIZED

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

French Mid-Century 5 Arm Chandelier
French Mid-Century 5 Arm Chandelier

French Mid-Century 5 Arm Chandelier

By Robert Mathieu

Located in London, GB

A mid century ceiling light or pendant with 5 pivotable shades in red and grey. The shades have both up and down light fittings and are perforated. The brass supports and arms held i...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Steel

Swedish Mid Century Modern, 5 Arm Chandelier, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Swedish Mid Century Modern, 5 Arm Chandelier, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

Swedish Mid Century Modern, 5 Arm Chandelier, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Odense, DK

This Swedish Mid Century Modern chandelier from the 1950s features five gracefully curved brass arms, each adorned with a plastic shade. With its minimalist design and clean lines, i...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Golden Kaiser 5-Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1970s, Germany
Mid-Century Modern Golden Kaiser 5-Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1970s, Germany

Mid-Century Modern Golden Kaiser 5-Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1970s, Germany

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A midcentury chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its Space Age design and five amber glass balls. The body of the light is made of full golden colored met...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Golden Kaiser 5-Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1970s, Germany
Mid-Century Modern Golden Kaiser 5-Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1970s, Germany

Mid-Century Modern Golden Kaiser 5-Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1970s, Germany

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A midcentury chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its Space Age design and five opaline glass balls. The body of the light is made of full golden colored m...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Modernist 5-Arm Polished Brass Chandelier with Textured Glass Globes
Mid-Century Modernist 5-Arm Polished Brass Chandelier with Textured Glass Globes

Mid-Century Modernist 5-Arm Polished Brass Chandelier with Textured Glass Globes

By Richard Essig

Located in New York, NY

A Mid-Century Modernist 5-arm polished brass chandelier with textured glass globes. Cylindrical forms comprise the entire frame of this piece. Textured cross hatched white and clear ...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century, Five Arm Petite Chandelier
Italian Mid-Century, Five Arm Petite Chandelier

Italian Mid-Century, Five Arm Petite Chandelier

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

Beautiful five arm brass and black lacquered metal Italian 1950s Chandelier in the Manner of Stilnovo. It has got five white satinated glass lamp shades. The chandelier has been r...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

Mid-Century 5 Arm Hand-Blown Murano Rostrato Glass Chandelier by Barovier Y Toso
Mid-Century 5 Arm Hand-Blown Murano Rostrato Glass Chandelier by Barovier Y Toso

Mid-Century 5 Arm Hand-Blown Murano Rostrato Glass Chandelier by Barovier Y Toso

By Barovier&Toso

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Five Arm Chandelier with Rostrato Detailing by Barovier Y Toso originates from Italy, Circa 1945. Features a beautiful ro...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century 5 Arm Hand-Blown Murano Rostrato Glass Chandelier by Barovier Y Toso
Mid-Century 5 Arm Hand-Blown Murano Rostrato Glass Chandelier by Barovier Y Toso

Mid-Century 5 Arm Hand-Blown Murano Rostrato Glass Chandelier by Barovier Y Toso

By Barovier&Toso

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Five Arm Chandelier with Rostrato Detailing by Barovier Y Toso originates from Italy, Circa 1945. Features a beautiful ro...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Mid Century Italian Modern Five-Arm Italian Chandelier Brass and Glass
Mid Century Italian Modern Five-Arm Italian Chandelier Brass and Glass

Mid Century Italian Modern Five-Arm Italian Chandelier Brass and Glass

By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration a vintage Italian chandelier in excellent restored condition. Polished arms in solid brass with custom made glass diffusers in frost finish. Chandelier ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Mid-Century Five Arm Brass And Glass Chandelier
Mid-Century Five Arm Brass And Glass Chandelier

Mid-Century Five Arm Brass And Glass Chandelier

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant, mid-century, brass chandelier features 5 extension arms topped with gold ribbed frosted glass shades that are open on the top. The chandelier has playful details like the sp...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Five Arm Brass And Glass Chandelier
Mid-Century Five Arm Brass And Glass Chandelier

Mid-Century Five Arm Brass And Glass Chandelier

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant, mid-century, brass chandelier features 5 extension arms topped with gold ribbed frosted glass shades that are open on the top. The chandelier has playful details like the sp...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Kaiser Midcentury Red 5-Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1960s, Germany
Kaiser Midcentury Red 5-Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1960s, Germany

Kaiser Midcentury Red 5-Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1960s, Germany

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A midcentury chandelier by Kaiser made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its Space Age design and five opaque balls. The red circular body of the light is made of full ...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Midcentury 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier or Pendant Lamp by Arredoluce, 1950s, Italy
Midcentury 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier or Pendant Lamp by Arredoluce, 1950s, Italy

Midcentury 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier or Pendant Lamp by Arredoluce, 1950s, Italy

By Arredoluce

Located in München, BY

Extremely rare, original Mid-Century Modern Sputnik pendant lamp or chandelier. Manufactured by Arredoluce Monza in Italy, 1950s. Executed in blue, red, black, yellow and beige la...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Aluminum

Midcentury Italian "Stilnovo" 5-Arm Brass Ceiling Light
Midcentury Italian "Stilnovo" 5-Arm Brass Ceiling Light

Midcentury Italian "Stilnovo" 5-Arm Brass Ceiling Light

Located in Kastrup, DK

Five-arm brass and black lacquered metal "Stilnovo" ceiling light. Lampshades can be varied up / down. Italy, 1955.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Five Arm Teak Chandelier, Denmark, 1960s
Five Arm Teak Chandelier, Denmark, 1960s

Five Arm Teak Chandelier, Denmark, 1960s

Located in Berlin, DE

Five arm teak chandelier. Bulbs: 5 x E14.

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ten-Arm Murano Glass and Chrome Chandelier
Ten-Arm Murano Glass and Chrome Chandelier

Ten-Arm Murano Glass and Chrome Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

Classically styled 2 tier Murano glass chandelier with 5 arms on each tier with chrome fittings.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

5-light chandelier Maison Lunel circa 1950
5-light chandelier Maison Lunel circa 1950

5-light chandelier Maison Lunel circa 1950

By Maison Lunel, Royal Lumière

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

5-light chandelier, consisting of a circular base in gunmetal patina brass, to which 5 brass light arms are attached. Each arm features a light-diffusing oval shade. This chandelier ...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Giant Orbiting Italian Modern Chandelier
Giant Orbiting Italian Modern Chandelier

Giant Orbiting Italian Modern Chandelier

By Stilnovo, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Bainbridge, NY

spectacular MCM custom made Atomic five arm articulated counter-balance extra large Modernist Hanging Pendant in patinated Brass and Black enameled Metal. The Osvaldo Borsani and St...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

Beautiful 1940s Italian 5 Armed Floral Chandelier Made of Iron
Beautiful 1940s Italian 5 Armed Floral Chandelier Made of Iron

Beautiful 1940s Italian 5 Armed Floral Chandelier Made of Iron

Located in München, DE

Beautiful 1940s Italian 5-arm floral iron chandelier Great design in the shape of a plant in a dark and golden color. All leaves are complete. No damages, great patina. Fully func...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, a Model '1376/5' Art Deco Chandelier, Finland, 1930's
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, a Model '1376/5' Art Deco Chandelier, Finland, 1930's

Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, a Model '1376/5' Art Deco Chandelier, Finland, 1930's

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Odense, DK

As a masterpiece of mid-century lighting design, this chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Taito OY will pair well with many types of interior styles.

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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Italian Chandelier
Large Italian Chandelier

Large Italian Chandelier

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H 16.5 in Dm 26 in

Large Italian Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dramatic eight-arm bronze Italian chandelier, with handblown opaque glass shades. Current drop: 40". Shade dimensions: 8" x 5".

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

"Grand Bouquet" Chandelier
"Grand Bouquet" Chandelier

"Grand Bouquet" Chandelier

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H 32 in Dm 36 in

"Grand Bouquet" Chandelier

By Blueprint Lighting

Located in Westport, CT

The "Grand Bouquet' twelve arm chandelier is a stunning statement piece with design elements of both Italian or French modernism and Hollywood Glam.   Shown in brushed brass and "Swe...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Brass, Enamel

1960s French Brass Leaf Chandelier, possibly Maison Jansen
1960s French Brass Leaf Chandelier, possibly Maison Jansen

1960s French Brass Leaf Chandelier, possibly Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Hastings, GB

Rare handcrafted brass leaf chandelier. France, c' 1960's, possibly Maison Jansen. Fabulous chandelier laden with the Classic hand cut and burnished brass leaves. The main arm is fla...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Gold Maison Jansen Brass Leaf Chandelier, circa 1960s
Gold Maison Jansen Brass Leaf Chandelier, circa 1960s

Gold Maison Jansen Brass Leaf Chandelier, circa 1960s

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H 29.14 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Gold Maison Jansen Brass Leaf Chandelier, circa 1960s

By Maison Jansen

Located in Hastings, GB

Rare Maison Jansen att handcrafted brass leaf chandelier France, circa 1960s Fabulous chandelier laden with the Classic handcut and burnished brass leaves of Maison Jansen The mai...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian, 1950s Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier
Italian, 1950s Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier

Italian, 1950s Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

Perfect for a light and airy feeling room is this Italian, 1950s chandelier. The body of the chandelier is polished brass and supports 5 arms of light. Hand formed clear glass fronds...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier

By Gerald Thurston

Located in New York, NY

Stunning 1950s Gerald Thurston designed for Lightolier brass and glass 5-arm chandelier, in vintage original condition with beautiful patina. Newly rewired and ready to use.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier
1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier

1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier

By Gerald Thurston

Located in New York, NY

1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier brass and glass 5-arm chandelier, the brass have been lightly hand polished. Newly rewired and ready to use. Two chandeliers are available.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Beautiful '1036' Brass Chandelier by Stilnovo Italy, ca1955, Stilnovo Catalogue
Beautiful '1036' Brass Chandelier by Stilnovo Italy, ca1955, Stilnovo Catalogue

Beautiful '1036' Brass Chandelier by Stilnovo Italy, ca1955, Stilnovo Catalogue

By Stilnovo

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Stunning sculptural '1036' brass chandelier Italian chandelier by famed italian lighting company Stilnovo . The '1036' chandelier is listed in an original period Stilnovo catalo...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Brass Chandelier with Frosted Glass Shades in the Style of Maison Arlus, France
Brass Chandelier with Frosted Glass Shades in the Style of Maison Arlus, France

Brass Chandelier with Frosted Glass Shades in the Style of Maison Arlus, France

By Arlus

Located in Chicago, IL

A monumental vintage French chandelier in the style of Maison Arlus. This chandelier has a polished brass frame with eight arms, which support conical frosted glass shades with verti...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Spider Ceiling Lamp, Five Arms by Serge Mouille
Spider Ceiling Lamp, Five Arms by Serge Mouille

Spider Ceiling Lamp, Five Arms by Serge Mouille

By Serge Mouille

Located in Stratford, CT

Licensed edition from Serge Mouille's original design, created in 1952. Tthis ceiling lamp makes a dramatic addition to a variety of room settings. With 5 fixed arms of differing ...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Rare Hanging Wall Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
Rare Hanging Wall Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

Rare Hanging Wall Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Soquel, CA

Asian-inspired, Mid-Century Modern Classic pendant lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier with brass fittings and a fiberglass shade with walnut strips, circa 1957. The hanging lengt...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Designer, 5 Arm Teak & Brass Chandelier, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
Swedish Designer, 5 Arm Teak & Brass Chandelier, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s

Swedish Designer, 5 Arm Teak & Brass Chandelier, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s

By Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik, Bergboms

Located in Odense, DK

This classic chandelier exudes timeless elegance with its Mid-Century Modern design, crafted in the 1950s by a Swedish designer. The fixture features a charming combination of brass ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Swedish Mid Century Modern, 5 Arm Chandelier, Attr. Hans Bergström, 1950s
Swedish Mid Century Modern, 5 Arm Chandelier, Attr. Hans Bergström, 1950s

Swedish Mid Century Modern, 5 Arm Chandelier, Attr. Hans Bergström, 1950s

By Ateljé Lyktan, Hans Bergström

Located in Odense, DK

This Swedish Mid-Century Modern chandelier from the 1950s features five elegantly curved brass arms, each fitted with a softly tapered textile shade. Its minimalist silhouette and re...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Symmetrical Wrought Iron 5 Arm Candles or Electrical Chandelier
Mid-Century Symmetrical Wrought Iron 5 Arm Candles or Electrical Chandelier

Mid-Century Symmetrical Wrought Iron 5 Arm Candles or Electrical Chandelier

Located in Lisse, NL

Large hand crafted chandelier for candles. . .can also be made electrical. This beautifully designed 5 arm wrought iron pendant from circa 1940 is in good condition. The symmetrical...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

French Regency Silk-Wrapped Navy Blue Tassel Chandelier 5-Arm Fixture Modern
French Regency Silk-Wrapped Navy Blue Tassel Chandelier 5-Arm Fixture Modern

French Regency Silk-Wrapped Navy Blue Tassel Chandelier 5-Arm Fixture Modern

Located in Brooklyn, NY

French Regency silk-wrapped navy blue tassel chandelier 5-arm fixture modernist pendant fixture with original candle sockets and braided tassel. Labelled. Made in France.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Silk

Rupert nikoll 5 Arm chandeliers vienna around 1950s
Rupert nikoll 5 Arm chandeliers vienna around 1950s

Rupert nikoll 5 Arm chandeliers vienna around 1950s

By Rupert Nikoll

Located in Wien, Au

Rupert nikoll 5 Arm chandeliers vienna around 1950s brass and wood The shades are replaced ( new )

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wood

5-Arm Mid-Century Modern Orbit Lamp in Brass, Teak and Milk Glass, 1960s
5-Arm Mid-Century Modern Orbit Lamp in Brass, Teak and Milk Glass, 1960s

5-Arm Mid-Century Modern Orbit Lamp in Brass, Teak and Milk Glass, 1960s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Executed in milk glass, teak wood, brass and metal. The lamp needs 5 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Our lamps are...

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A Sputnik chandelier made in Italy in the 1950s. It is fascinating with its five brass arms, each of it with an E14 light bulb. The shape of the light is similar to a spider. The ...

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Italian Midcentury Brass 5-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Midcentury Modern 5 Arm Chandelier For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic midcentury modern 5 arm chandelier available at 1stDibs. Each midcentury modern 5 arm chandelier for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. If you’re shopping for a midcentury modern 5 arm chandelier, we have 960 options in-stock, while there are 44 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect midcentury modern 5 arm chandelier — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A midcentury modern 5 arm chandelier, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made midcentury modern 5 arm chandelier has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gaetano Sciolari, Stilnovo and Kaiser Leuchten are consistently popular.

How Much is a Midcentury Modern 5 Arm Chandelier?

The average selling price for a midcentury modern 5 arm chandelier at 1stDibs is $3,606, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $60,000 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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.