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Vintage Black Enameled Hanging Lamp, 1930s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage Industrial hanging lamp from former Czechoslovakia ,made during the 1930s. The lamp has a
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Vintage 1930s Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Enamel, Iron

Hanging copper Poul Henningsen PH4/4 1930's original Louis Poulsen Denmark Rare
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Forest, BE
Spectacular copper and brass nickeled suspension lamp made in the 1930s at the famous Louis Poulsen
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper, Nickel

Art Deco Skyscraper Hanging Lamp Chandelier, 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier Skyscraper ceiling lamp, 1930s This Art Deco skyscraper lamp from the 1930s is
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Industrial Grey Enamel Hanging Bauhaus Lamp, 1930s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
1930s - White enamel interior - Cast iron top - New socket for E 27 ligtbulbs and wire.
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Early 20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron, Enamel

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by Maynadier, 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by P. Maynadier This stunning Art Deco chandelier from the 1930s is an
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Chandelier by Dégue Hanging Lamp, 1930s
By Degué
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Degué The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The signature “Degué” on this ceiling lamp...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Metallic Thread

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp nickel-plated 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier The ART DECO ceiling light is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. This ceiling light cleverly combines metal and gla...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

1930s Art Deco Hanging Light Fixture by Jean Noverdy
By Jean Noverdy
Located in Fairfax, VA
A beautiful three light Art Deco fixture. Made in France by the noted glassmaker Jean Noverdy, this chandelier is signed "Noverdy France Depose".
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Bauhaus Era Nautical Brass and Glass Hanging Lamp, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare small nautical brass and clear glass pendant light. The shade has patinated extensively of the years. But there are no dents or damages to the shading. It still has its origin...
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Vintage 1930s Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Chandelier hanging Georges Halais for Eloctra, copper, 1930s
By Eloctra, Georges Halais
Located in Saarburg, RP
ART DECO hanging lamp design Georges Halais for Eloctra copper, 1930s The ART DECO ceiling lamp is
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper

Nautical Chain Suspended Hanging Lamp in Brass and Copper, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
solid brass. It was recently salvaged from a State Ship that was build during the 1930s. It surely would
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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper

Heavy Petitot Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Bronze Lamp, Alabaster, 1930s
By Atelier Petitot
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco chandelier - 1930s. This beautiful antique pendant lamp captivates with its simple and
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze

Industrial Black Enamel Hanging Lamp, circa 1930s
Located in Vulpellac, Girona
A pendant lamp made in Spain during the 1930s. This light would have previously been used in
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Vintage 1930s Spanish Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Enamel

ART DECO ceiling lamp chandelier P. Maynadier hanging lamp bronze, 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
ART DECO chandelier P. Maynadier hanging lamp bronze, 1930s This stunning Art Deco chandelier from
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Brass

Art Deco chandelier hanging lamp ceiling lamp wood chrome lamp, 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco chandelier - ceiling lamp wood chrome - 1930s This stunning Art Deco chandelier from the
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

ART DECO Pate de Verre hanging lamp ceiling lamp bronze 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
ART DECO Pate de Verre ceiling lamp bronze, 1930s The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Art Deco Hanging Lamp from Noverdy France, 1930s
By Jean Noverdy
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Ceiling Lamp from Noverdy - 1930s. This stunning 1930s signed Art Deco chandelier is an
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Hanging Lamp from Noverdy France, 1930s
Art Deco Hanging Lamp from Noverdy France, 1930s
H 33.08 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Large ART DECO chandelier hanging lamp signed by EZAN design Boris Lacroix 1930s
By Ezan, Boris Jean Lacroix
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier - EZAN - design Boris Lacroix - 1930s The impressive Art Deco chandelier is an
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Chrome

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by Jean Gauthier for J. Robert Paris, 1930s
By J. Robert
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Jean Gauthier This stunning 1930s Art Deco chandelier is an outstanding
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Clemancon Attributed Hanging Light Fixture, 1930s
Located in Hudson, NY
Clemancon attributed. Wonderful, French, hanging light fixture. Rewired and re-plated to a satin
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Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Double Vintage Hanging Lamp, circa 1930s
Located in Freiburg, DE
rewired with E27 sockets Metal / iron shade Diameter lampshade: 17,5cm Height of shade: 24.5cm
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Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Double Vintage Hanging Lamp, circa 1930s
Double Vintage Hanging Lamp, circa 1930s
H 43.71 in W 7.09 in D 27.56 in
1930s Rose Glass Hanging Lamp, circa 1935
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in London, GB
A Seguso (attributed) hanging lamp. Superb quality.
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

1930's Hanging Lantern by Petitot
Located in Fairfax, VA
Originally crafted in France during the 1930's, this lantern was made by the world renowned artists
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Vintage 1930s French Lanterns

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Bronze

1930's Marbleized Glass Hanging Fixture
Located in Fairfax, VA
Artisanally crafted in France during the 1930's, this elegant four light hanging fixture is made of
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Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

1930's French Bronze Hanging Lantern
Located in Fairfax, VA
A simple yet elegant piece, this four light hanging lantern fixture is made of solid bronze and
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Vintage 1930s French Lanterns

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Bronze

1920-1930'S INDUSTRIAL HANGING LIGHTS- REWIRED
Located in Los Angeles, CA
INDUSTRIAL HANGING LIGHTS WITH ALL NEW REWIRING-SET OF FOUR AND SOLD INDIVIDUALY-ALL ORIGINAL GLASS
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20th Century American Flush Mount

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Metal

1920-1930'S INDUSTRIAL HANGING LIGHTS- REWIRED
Located in Los Angeles, CA
INDUSTRIAL HANGING LIGHTS WITH ALL NEW REWIRING-SET OF FOUR AND SOLD INDIVIDUALY-ALL ORIGINAL GLASS
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Vintage 1930s American Flush Mount

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Metal

1930's Clemancon French Nickel Hanging Light
Located in Hudson, NY
The French light fixture attributed to Clemancon circa 1931 is a timeless piece that has been lovingly restored for modern use. This stunning fixture features intricate details and a...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

1930's French Art Deco alabaster hanging light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1930's French Art Deco alabaster hanging light
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Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Brass

1930's Art Deco Hanging Light Fixture by Jean Noverdy
By Jean Noverdy
Located in Fairfax, VA
A beautiful three light Art Deco fixture. Made in France by the noted glassmaker Jean Noverdy, this chandelier is signed "Noverdy France Depose".
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Art Deco Chandelier bronze Hanging Lamp, 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier This stunning Art Deco chandelier from the 1930s is an outstanding example of
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Nickel

Vintage Industrial Dark Grey Enamel Hanging Light, 1930s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial hanging light. Dark grey enamel. White interior. Iron top, 1930s. New socket for E 27
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Early 20th Century European Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by Dégue, 1930s
By Degué
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Degué This stunning 1930's signed Art Deco chandelier is an outstanding
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by Dégue, 1930s
By Degué
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Degué This stunning 1930's signed Art Deco chandelier is an outstanding
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by Dégue, 1930s
By Degué
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Degué This stunning 1930's signed Art Deco chandelier is an outstanding
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by Dégue, 1930s
By Degué
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Degué Art Deco Chandelier by Degué This stunning 1930's signed Art Deco
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

ART DECO Chandelier Hanging Lamp Ceiling Lamp, 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier The finely crafted glass details of the chandelier hanging lamp are a
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Nickel

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by Dégue, 1930s
By Degué
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Degué This stunning 1930s Art Deco chandelier is an outstanding example
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by Dégue, 1930s
By Degué
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Degué This signed Art Deco chandelier from the 1930s is an outstanding
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Brass

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by FRONTISI, 1930s
By Gaetan Frontisi
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Frontisi This stunning signed Art Deco chandelier from the 1930s is an
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by Dégue, 1930s
By Degué
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Degué, 1930s The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Chandelier hanging lamp signed Degué, 1930s
By Degué
Located in Saarburg, RP
ART DECO Chandelier by Degué The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The signature "Degué" on this ceiling lamp...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by Dégue, 1930s
By Degué
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Degué The "Degué" signature on this ceiling lamp is a sign of the outstanding craftsmanship and quality for which this renowned company is known. Degué was a ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

ART DECO Hanging Lamp Bronze Chandelier Ceiling Lamp, 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
ART DECO Bronze Chandelier Ceiling Lamp 1930s This Art Deco chandelier from the 1930s is an
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp with rose décor, 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco chandelier with rose décor This stunning Art Deco chandelier from the 1930s is an
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Vintage Industrial Grey Enamel Hanging Light, 1930s
By Elektrosvit
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial hanging light. Grey enamel. White interior. Iron top.1930s. New socket E 27 and wire
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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Art Deco Hanging Lamp Noverdy Lamp Pate De Verre France, 1930s
By Jean Noverdy
Located in Saarburg, RP
This original hanging lamp captivates with its simple and sober Art Deco design. The lamp is signed
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1930s 4-Shade Art Deco Hanging Pendant Chandelier, Stylized Metalwork by Markel
By Markel Corporation
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic 1930s 4-shade Art Deco hanging pendant chandelier, stylized metalwork by Markel. Retains
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Stylized 1930s Art Deco Metal and Glass Hanging Pendant Chandelier by Markel
By Markel Corporation
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stylized 1930s metal and glass Art Deco hanging pendant chandelier by Markel, retains original
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

nice ART DECO chandelier hanging lamp by EZAN design Boris Lacroix 1930s
By Ezan, Boris Jean Lacroix
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier - EZAN - design Boris Lacroix - 1930s The impressive Art Deco chandelier is an
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

ART DECO lamp chandelier hanging lamp ceiling lamp with EZAN glasses, 1930s
By Ezan
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier - EZAN - 1930s The Art Deco chandelier is an elegant and stylish lighting
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Art Deco Hanging Lamp from Noverdy France, 1930s
By Jean Noverdy
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Ceiling Lamp from Noverdy - 1920s This original hanging lamp captivates with its simple
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

ART DECO chandelier hanging lamp signed by EZAN design Boris Lacroix, 1930s
By Ezan
Located in Saarburg, RP
722 / 5.000 Art Deco Chandelier - EZAN - 1930s The ART DECO ceiling light is a remarkable example
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

ART DECO Shell Lamp by Maynadier Chandelier Hanging Lamp Ceiling Lamp, 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Maynadier - Shell Lamp 1930s The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by Jean Gauthier for J. Robert Paris, 1930s
By Gauthier, J. Robert
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Jean Gauthier This stunning 1930s Art Deco chandelier is an outstanding
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by P. Gilles Paris, 1930s
By Pierre Gilles
Located in Saarburg, RP
The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of early 20th century craftsmanship and style. The signature "P. Gilles Paris" on this ceiling lamp is a sign of the outstanding c...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Sistrah Hanging Lamp PH4 Design Otto Müller, Industrial Design, 1930s
By Otto Müller, Megaphos/Sistrah
Located in Saarburg, RP
This original hanging lamp captivates with its simple and sober design. The name Sistrah is
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

1930's Bronze Hanging Lantern by Petitot
By Atelier Petitot
Located in Fairfax, VA
Originally crafted in France during the 1930's, this lantern was made by the world-renowned artists
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Vintage 1920s French Lanterns

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Bronze

Art Deco Chandelier Hanging Lamp by Dégue, 1930s
By Degué
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Chandelier by Degué ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The signature "Dgué" on this ceiling lamp is a sign ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Nickel

1930s Art Deco Hanging Light Fixture by Jean Noverdy
By Jean Noverdy
Located in Fairfax, VA
A beautiful six light Art Deco fixture. Made in France by the noted glassmaker Jean Noverdy, this chandelier is signed "Noverdy France Depose". Details.  
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

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1930s Hanging Lighting For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of 1930s hanging lighting on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. Your living room may not be complete without a piece of 1930s hanging lighting — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An item from our selection of 1930s hanging lighting is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Industrial and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made choice in our collection of 1930s hanging lighting has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Orrefors, Poul Henningsen and Jean Noverdy are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1930s Hanging Lighting?

Prices for a piece of 1930s hanging lighting start at $229 and top out at $75,000 with the average selling for $2,200.

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.

Questions About 1930s Hanging Lighting
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A light fixture should hang 7 feet off the floor or 3 feet above a table. As a general rule of thumb, one should not look into a light fixture when they are standing.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Where you hang a pendant light over a kitchen sink is largely a matter of personal preference. If you're installing a new light fixture, consider where you most need task lighting. You may find it better to hang the lamp off to one side to illuminate a food prep area. Generally, there should be 35 to 40 inches of space between the bottom of the pendant and the countertop to allow for adequate clearance. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.

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