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Mid Century Copper Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Elegant copper spider or sputnik chandelier with cut glass details. The light shades have a
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

French 1950's Four Arm Chandelier in Copper & Turquoise Aluminum
Located in Hanover, MA
Unusual chandelier from early 1950's France in copper (as opposed to the usual brass) and Guariche
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Copper

Finnish Designer, Chandelier, Copper, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A copper chandelier designed and produced in Finland, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.5
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Copper, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A copper and rattan chandelier designed and produced by a Swedish designer, Sweden, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Copper, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, copper and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Copper, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, copper and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper

Rupert Nikoll Chandelier, Glass Copper Brass, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Mid-Century Modern six-arm chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950s. It is made of cut-glass
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper

Lisa Johansson Pape Finish copper hanging lamp 1950's
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Forest, BE
Delicate copper and suspension lamp made in the 1950s. Designed by the finish female designer Lisa
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

1950s Bent Karlby 3-Shade Chandelier in Copper for Lyfa
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Bent Karlby 3-Shade Chandelier in Copper for Lyfa. Executed in architecturally cut and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper

Large Emil Stejnar Sputnik Chandelier Rupert Nikoll, Brass Copper, Vienna, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Nuernberg, DE
. An original mid-century vintage piece manufactured around 1950. It is made of brass, copper with a
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Copper, Metal, Brass

1950s Red Copper Chandelier With Opal Glass Shades Made By Swedish Designer
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Absolutely beautiful Swedish designer chandelier made in the 1950s. The fixture is made of red
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opal, Copper

Itsu, set of 3 Finnish 1950's copper pendant lamps
By Itsu
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Illuminate your space with the Itsu set of 3 Finnish 1950's copper pendant lamps, each embodying
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Mid Century Modern Brass Copper Crystal Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll Vienna 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern brass copper crystal chandelier by Rupert Nikoll Vienna 1950s. The chandelier is
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass, Copper

Hans Agne Jakobsson Copper suspension Lamp, Midcentury from Sweden 1950's
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Forest, BE
, il s’intéresse également très tôt aux nouveaux matériaux qui apparaissent dans les années 1950. Le
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Vintage Industrial chandelier in copper and milk glass. Italy 1950s
Located in Catania, CT
Good vintage condition with normal trace of age and use. Made from copper and milk glass. No chips
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Stilnovo, Pendant Lights, Brass, Copper, Glass, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, copper and white opaline glass pendant lights designed and produced in Stilnovo
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper

Pair of Italian 1950s Brass and Copper Pendants
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of Italian 1950s brass and copper pendants.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper

1950s Bent Karlby Perforated Copper Pendant for Lyfa
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Bent Karlby Perforated Copper Pendant for Lyfa. Executed in architecturally cut and elegantly
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper

Mid-Century Modern Opal Glass Lamp with Copper Shade and Copper Fixture, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Fully functional. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Copper, Oak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A copper, oak and opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s. Dimensions
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Danish Perforated Copper and Rosewood Caskade Pendant Lamp 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Very nice rosewood and copper cascade pendant lamp in very good condition.
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Exceptional & Large Mid-Century Modern Copper Pendant Lamp Scandinavia, 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
or chandelier. Designed and manufactured probably in Scandinavia, 1950s. Executed in copper, the
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Mid-Century Danish Modern Copper Cone Pendant Ceiling Lamp, 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Midcentury Danish / Scandinavian Modern copper pendant lamp with nice patina for age, circa 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Exceptional & Elegant Mid Century Modern Copper Pendant Lamp Finland 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
& manufactured probably in Finland, 1950s. Executed in solid copper, the pendant lamp is executed with 1 x E127
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Scandinavian Space Age Copper Pendant Lamp by Ernest Voss, 1950s
By Voss
Located in Esbjerg, DK
copper. The top is very patinated and shows the color of brass to the pointy top. It was Manufactured by
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper

Monumental 1950s Conical Perforated Copper Pendant Attributed to Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
Monumental 1950s Conical Perforated Copper Pendant Attributed to Paavo Tynell. Executed in
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper

1950s Bent Karlby Perforated Diabolo Pendant in Copper for Lyfa
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Bent Karlby Perforated Diabolo Pendant in Copper for Lyfa. Executed in architecturally cut
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Copper Pendant Lamps or Hanging Lights, Germany, 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
, circa 1950s. Executed in copper, each lamp comes with 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

1950s Stilnovo Glass & Copper Cylindrical Pendant with Original Yellow Label
By Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Stilnovo Glass & Copper Cylindrical Pendant with Original Yellow Label. Executed in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper

Two Copper J.T Kalmar Pendants, circa 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Two Copper J.T Kalmar Pendants, circa 1950s. Polished and stove enameled.
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Mid Century Copper "T292" Pendants Produced in Sweden, 1950s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of four cylinder copper pendant by Hans-Agne Jakobsson produced in the 1950s. In good
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Mid Century "T-642" Copper Ceiling Pendant Lamp, 1950s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare round Swedish mid century copper ceiling lamp pendant by Hans-Agne Jakobsson produced in
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Mid-Century Modern Opal Glass Lamp with Hammered Copper Shade, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Fully functional. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper

One of Six Kalmar Pendant Lights, Textured Glass and Patinated Copper, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of six pendant lights by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1950s. A textured glass zylinder
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Hammered Copper Cone Pendant Lamps by E.S Horn Aalestrup, 1950s Denmark
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
manufactured by E.S. Horn Aalestrup, Denmark, 1950s. The cone itself is about 61cm high. Executed in hammered
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Copper & Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp UFO 1950s Denmark
Located in Munich, DE
light in form of an UFO. Designed and manufactured probably in 1950s, Denmark. Executed in copper sheet
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in Glass, Copper and Metal, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in glass, brass and metal. The lamp needs 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Our lamps are checked, cleane...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Copper Pendant Lamps or Hanging Lights 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
. Designed & manufactured in Germany, 1950s. Executed in copper, each pendant lamp is executed with 1 x E27
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Very Rare & Large Paavo Tynell Sea Shell Ceiling Pendant in Copper, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
this lamp made in copper. The shell like surface of the shade has also been used in a Paavo Tynell
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp Made in Iron, Copper and Glass, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Fully functional. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper, Iron

Paavo Tynell Copper and Opal Glass Ceiling Pendant Model K2-16, Idman 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful minimal pendant model K2-16 by Paavo Tynell in opaline glass and copper. This is a
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Round Midcentury Copper Ceiling Lamp Minimal Sculptures Lumi Milano, 1950s
By Lumi
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Round midcentury copper ceiling lamp minimal sculptures Lumi Milano, 1950s Measures: Only light
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 80648 in Copper, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Tynell's lamps. The lamp is made of copper and glass and has an absolute perfect patina on the copper. The
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

French Mid-Century Wrought Iron Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original Midcentury chandelier from France, 1950s. Body of solid wrought iron. Diameter 33" - 84
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass, Copper, Wrought Iron

Brutalist Style Chandelier Lamp from the 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Brutalist style chandelier lamp from the 1950s Discover the majesty and timeless charm of our
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Vintage 1950s European Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper, Iron

XL Mid Century Modern Copper Pendant Lamp by E.S. Horn Aalestrup Denmark 1950s
By E. S. Horn
Located in Munich, DE
manufactured by E.S. Horn Aalestrup, Denmark, 1950s. Executed in hammered copper, the pendant lamp comes with
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Pair of Danish Hammered Copper Cone Pendant Lamps by E.S Horn Aalestrup, 1950s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant pair of Danish hand-hammered copper cone pendant lamps hanging on long chains. Design
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

E.S Horn Aalestrup pendant lamp hand-hammered copper Denmark 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
Danish hand-hammered copper hanging lamp by E.S Horn Aalestrup, 1950s Danish hanging lamp, this
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Danish hand-hammered copper hanging lamp by E.S Horn Aalestrup, 1950s
By E. S. Horn
Located in Oirlo, LI
Danish hand-hammered copper hanging lamp by E.S Horn Aalestrup, 1950s Danish hanging lamp, this
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Fog & Mørup Orient Orient copper teak pendant hanging lamp, Jo Hammerborg 1950s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Hammerborg's best loved and most recognised designs. This original vintage Orient Major in copper and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

1950s Pair of Huge Pendant in Copper Anodized Aluminium with Glass Lens
By Stilnovo
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Dismantle from a church , a stunning pair of pendant made of spun aluminum . Thick glass lens under (Fresnel) to disperse light evenly. The conical shades measure 24 inches high (...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Italian Midcentury Chandelier in the Atomic Style from the 1950s
Located in bari, IT
Midcentury Italian chandelier in Atomic 50s style in green opaline glass and copper details.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Danish Pendant Lamp in Hand-Hammered Copper by E.S Horn Aalestrup, 1950s
By E. S. Horn
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Danish pendant lamp in hand-hammered copper by E.S Horn Aalestrup. Hand-beaten copper gives a hand
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Brutalist Style Chandelier Lamp / Radius of 80 / Fom the 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Brutalist style chandelier lamp from the 1950s. Discover the majesty and timeless charm of our
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Vintage 1950s European Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper, Iron

Model 'K-14' Pendant by Paavo Tynell for Idman, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
A rare pendant model K-14 by Paavo Tynell and produced by Idman in 1950s. Copper and opal glass
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Italian Midcentury Vintage Pendant Light, 1950s
By Gino Sarfatti
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful large pendant light. Italy, 1950s. Lamp sockets: One x E27 (US E26).  
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper, Metal

Finnish Scandinavian Modern Pendant by Sievä Oy, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Finnish Scandinavian Modern pendant by Sievä Oy, 1950s. Brass with opaline glass shades and copper
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper

Italian Mod. 1223 Pendant Lamp from Stilnovo Milano, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Milano, IT
Rare chandelier with 3 pendants in brushed copper and black painted metal, mod. 1223, published on
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper

Model 1245 Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Flush mount ceiling light by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy model 1245 Enameled metal, copper, brushed
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper

Poul Henningsen 'Plate' Ceiling Lamp for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1950s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Milan, IT
The "plate" cailing lamp was designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen for the Langelinie Pavillion restaurant in Copenhagen. Henninsen found inspiration for the design in the re...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

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Copper Chandelier 1950s For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of copper chandelier 1950s available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, copper and glass, all copper chandelier 1950s available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of copper chandelier 1950s available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of copper chandelier 1950s to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern copper chandelier 1950s are of considerable interest. Many copper chandelier 1950s are appealing in their simplicity, but Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen and Hans-Agne Jakobsson produced popular copper chandelier 1950s that are worth a look.

How Much are Copper Chandelier 1950s?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,750, while they’re typically $270 on the low end and $98,256 highest priced.

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 Copper Chandelier 1950s
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

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