Edward F. Caldwell & Co. was among America’s preeminent lighting manufacturers of the late 19th to the mid-20th centuries, illuminating the halls and ceilings of some of the most notable buildings in the United States. In addition to St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City and the White House in Washington, D.C., the company’s masterful light fixtures also adorn the homes of some historically prominent figures, such as J.P. Morgan and Phillip Lehman.
The firm was founded in 1895 by American Edward F. Caldwell and Victor F. von Lossberg, a Latvia native who was raised in Russia. The founders became acquainted while working at Archer & Pancoast Manufacturing Company of New York, which produced gas lighting fixtures.
In 1901 Edward F. Caldwell & Co. opened a foundry, where the owners and the lighting artisans they recruited could explore a range of metalworking techniques and design styles. Caldwell and von Lossberg quickly rose to the top of the electric light manufacturing business with their shared vision, choosing to deliver quality elegant fixtures that frequently drew on historic European designs. The firm produced magnificent lighting pieces, as well as finely crafted decorative objects and mirrors. Their neoclassical designs borrowed heavily from Baroque and Rococo styles — Edward F. Caldwell & Co. also devised Art Deco fixtures during the 1920s — and favored bronze, silver, iron, copper and brass as their primary materials.
With construction on the rise in New York in the early 1900s, not many outfits could take on large-scale lighting contracts. With over 1,000 employees, Edward F. Caldwell & Co. could take on heavy commissions.
After Caldwell died in 1914, von Lossberg carried the company until he died in 1942. Edward F. Caldwell & Co. closed its doors owing to financial troubles in 1959.
Today manufacturer’s work can be seen all across New York City — including at the Bank of Manhattan and the famous Waldorf Astoria hotel — and Edward F. Caldwell & Co. creations are highly sought after by lighting and decor enthusiasts.
On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage Edward F. Caldwell & Co. table lamps, chandeliers and pendants, sconces and floor lamps.
1900 Caldwell Silver Plated Chandelier 6 Lights
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1900’s Caldwell silver plated chandelier with unusual design on body. 6 lights. Matching sconces available
Bronze
1920's Small Silver Plated Caldwell Chandelier
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 Caldwell silver plated chandelier with lions and eagle heads
Bronze
1900 Caldwell Silver Plated Engraved Small Chandelier 6 lights
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1900 Caldwell silver plated bronze small chandelier with 6 lights. Engraved flowers on body and cups
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920’s Silver Plated Chandelier 6 Lights
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated chandelier with six lights
Silver Plate, Bronze
1900’s Caldwell Silver Plated Chandelier
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell silver plated 8 lights chandelier very unusual floral design
Silver Plate
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Engraved Chandelier
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's silver plated Caldwell chandelier with unusual scrolled arms with 8 lights
Bronze
Antique Silvered Metal 6-Light Chandelier Attributed to Edward Caldwell
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Silvered metal chandelier in the neoclassical style attributed to Edward F. Caldwell, measuring 22 inches across and 40 1/2 inches tall, with original ceiling plate, decorative chain...
Metal
William and Mary Style Silver Chandelier by Edward F Caldwell
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This handsome eight arm silvered bronze chandelier is by the renowned firm of Edward F. Caldwell, and retains its original matching signed ceiling canopy. It features Baroque style m...
Silver Plate, Bronze
Regence Style Silvered Bronze Chandelier Attributed to E. F. Caldwell
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This quality six arm chandelier is beautifully cast, and features a baluster form central shaft. Adorned with scallop shells, it terminates in a pinecone finial.
Bronze
English Edwardian Silver Plated Chandelier
Located in Kent, Dover
An English Edwardian silver plated chandelier of linear design, comprising five up-sept arms and a baluster stem.
Brass
Silver Plated Neoclassic Style Caldwell Pendant Chandelier, circa 1920s
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning silver plated neoclassic style pendant chandelier by E.F.Caldwell, circa 1920s Edward F. Caldwell & Co., of New York City, was one of the premier designers and manufactur...
Silver Plate, Bronze
Antique English Silver Plated Chandelier 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique English silver-plated eight-light chandelier, circa 1920 in date. The silver-plated chandelier is in elaborate Rococo style with three central cupid bus...
Silver Plate
