French Midcentury Chandelier

Mid Century Modern Crystal Chandelier

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Tent Chandelier

Midcentury Modern Sconces

French Mid Century Pendant Light

Vintage Plaster Chandelier

Mid Century Modern Ceiling Light

Maison Arlus Chandelier

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Mid Century Horizontal Chandelier

H 24 in W 26 in D 5 in

French Mid-Century Jansen Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

French mid-century Jansen steel and brass chandelier. Circa 1960. Perfect for today's transitional

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Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Steel

French Mid-Century Jansen Chandelier

H 25 in Dm 28 in

French Mid-Century French Cherries Tole Chandelier

Located in Austin, TX

French Mid-Century French Cherries Tole Chandelier.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Tôle

French Mid-Century French Cherries Tole Chandelier

H 22.5 in Dm 21 in

French Mid-century Pendant Chandelier, 1930s

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Mid-century pendant chandelier, France, 1950s. Glass and brass. Height : 21"(53cm) can be

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Mid-century Pendant Chandelier, 1930s

H 20.87 in W 17.49 in D 17.49 in

French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman 'Twig' Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

Stunning French Mid-Century Modern Neo-Primitive / Rustic chandelier with an ephemeral presence

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Twig

French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman 'Twig' Chandelier

H 30 in W 54 in D 47 in

Lunel French Mid-Century Chandelier, 1950s

By Maison Lunel

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French mid-century chandelier by Lunel (Paris), France, 1950s. Brass, metal and glass. Measures

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Lunel French Mid-Century Chandelier, 1950s

H 24.41 in W 19.3 in D 3.15 in

French Mid-Century Frosted Glass Bowl Chandelier

Located in Queens, NY

French Mid-Century (1940s) chandelier with a large round frosted glass bowl shade having a

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Mid-Century Frosted Glass Bowl Chandelier

H 25 in W 26.75 in D 26.75 in

French Mid-Century Modernist Steel and Glass Chandelier

Located in Queens, NY

French Mid-Century Modernist (1940's) steel 9 arm chandelier with 3 discs on top and glass disc

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

French Mid-Century Modernist Steel and Glass Chandelier

H 26 in Dm 39 in

French Mid-century Thread Pendant Chandelier, 1970s

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Mid-century pendant chandelier, France, 1970s. Made of a fine wire stretched over a wooden

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Thread, Wood

French Mid-century Thread Pendant Chandelier, 1970s

H 33.08 in Dm 18.12 in

Sexy French Mid-Century Light

Located in Los Angeles, CA

own design A sexy French Mid-Century light, the height can be much shorter to almost a flush light.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Sexy French Mid-Century Light

H 48 in W 20 in D 20 in

ARLUS French Mid-century Pendant Chandelier, 1950s

By Arlus

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Mid-century pendant chandelier by Arlus (Paris), France, 1950s. Original shade on itsr metal

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

ARLUS French Mid-century Pendant Chandelier, 1950s

H 25.01 in W 18.51 in D 3.35 in

French Mid-Century Crystal and Gilt Metal Palm Chandelier

By Maison Baguès

Located in Queens, NY

French Mid-Century (1940s) style beaded crystal and gilt metal palm design 2-tier chandelier (In

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Giltwood

French Mid-Century Crystal and Gilt Metal Palm Chandelier

H 49 in

Bagues French Mid-Century Metal and Crystal Bead Chandelier

By Maison Baguès

Located in Queens, NY

French Mid-Century (1940s) gilt metal scroll design 6 arm chandelier with beaded crystal trim and

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

Bagues French Mid-Century Metal and Crystal Bead Chandelier

H 28.5 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in

French Mid-Century White Painted Metal and Brass Chandelier

Located in Queens, NY

French Mid-Century (1940s) white painted and brass four light chandelier, the open lantern shaft

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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Mid-Century White Painted Metal and Brass Chandelier

H 22 in W 25 in D 25 in

French Mid-Century Perspex Pendant, 1960s

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French mid-century pendant, France, 1960s. Perspex shade hung at its black patinated brass canopy

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Mid-Century Perspex Pendant, 1960s

H 31.5 in Dm 5.32 in

Bauges French Mid-Century Metal and Murano Glass Bird Chandelier

By Maison Baguès

Located in Queens, NY

French mid-century (1940s) red and white painted metal 10 arm chandelier with Murano glass bird in

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Bauges French Mid-Century Metal and Murano Glass Bird Chandelier

H 29 in Dm 14.5 in

Jean Perzel French Mid-Century Chandelier Brass and Glass 1950s Gold Crystal

By Atelier Jean Perzel

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Jean Perzel French mid-century chandelier brass and glass 1950s gold crystal.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Jean Perzel French Mid-Century Chandelier Brass and Glass 1950s Gold Crystal

H 45.28 in Dm 23.63 in

1950s French Mid Century Modern Formed Art Glass Chandelier - Unmarked Baccarat

By Baccarat

Located in Opa Locka, FL

On offer a c1950s French Mid Century Modern Formed Art Glass Pendant Chandelier Fixture. This is an

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

1950s French Mid Century Modern Formed Art Glass Chandelier - Unmarked Baccarat

H 35.5 in Dm 12 in

French Mid-Century Cut Amber Crystal Floral Pendant /Chandelier, Maison Baguès

By Maison Baguès

Located in New York, NY

Elegant French MId-Century cut crystal amber chandelier / pendant / flush mount by Baguès in a

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Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

French Mid-Century Cut Amber Crystal Floral Pendant /Chandelier, Maison Baguès

H 16 in Dm 12 in

French Mid-Century Style Plaster Chandelier /Pendant, style of Jean-Michel Frank

By Jean-Michel Frank

Located in New York, NY

An Elegant and Timeless French Mid-Century Modern Style Plaster Chandelier / Pendant in the style

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

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Brass

French Mid-Century Style Plaster Chandelier /Pendant, style of Jean-Michel Frank

H 33 in Dm 25 in

French Mid-Century Rattan Lantern Pendant Louis Sognot, circa 1950

By Louis Sognot

Located in Austin, TX

French Mid-Century Rattan Faux Bamboo Lantern Pendant Louis Sognot, circa 1950. Lantern Height / 11

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rattan, Faux Bamboo

French Mid-Century Rattan Lantern Pendant Louis Sognot, circa 1950

H 11 in Dm 12 in

Antique French mid century sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

do your own design A very nice and elegant pair of French mid century scnces, the patina is much

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Antique French mid century sconces

H 10 in W 10 in D 8 in

1950's French Mid Century Modern Gilt Tole Full Floral Detail Chandelier

Located in Opa Locka, FL

1950's French Mid Century Modern Gilt Metal in flral form. Gilt palmettes. This chandelier is in

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1950's French Mid Century Modern Gilt Tole Full Floral Detail Chandelier

H 24 in Dm 20 in

French Mid Century Hollywood Regency Waterfall Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

French Mid-Century Hollywood Regency waterfall chandelier with spectacular crystal prisms

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Steel

French Mid Century Hollywood Regency Waterfall Chandelier

H 28 in Dm 15 in

French Mid-Century Modern/ Brutalist Hand Wrought Iron Chandelier with 28 Lights

By Gilbert Poillerat

Located in New York, NY

Elegant French Mid-Century twenty-eight-light chandelier in handwrought iron reflecting handmade

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

French Mid-Century Modern/ Brutalist Hand Wrought Iron Chandelier with 28 Lights

H 24 in W 26 in D 26 in

1960's French Mid Century Modern Gilt Floral Form Chandelier with Floral Shades

Located in Opa Locka, FL

French Mid Century Modern 1960's Gilt Metal "Wheat" Floral Form Chandelier with Art Glass Floral

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1960's French Mid Century Modern Gilt Floral Form Chandelier with Floral Shades

H 28 in Dm 26 in

2 French Mid-Century chandeliers with a round brass top supporting multiple crys

Located in Queens, NY

2 French Mid-Century chandeliers with a round brass top supporting multiple crystals strands coming

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

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Glass

2 French Mid-Century chandeliers with a round brass top supporting multiple crys

H 39 in W 18 in D 18 in

French Mid-Century Eight-Light Forged Iron Chandelier with Hooks and Scrolls

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Mid-Century eight-light chandelier. This French chandelier from the mid-20th century of

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

French Mid-Century Eight-Light Forged Iron Chandelier with Hooks and Scrolls

H 27.25 in Dm 33.5 in

Large French Mid-Century Wrought Iron Lantern / Pendant / Chandelier, 1940

Located in New York, NY

French Mid-Century hand-wrought iron lantern in a spare, modern traditional style.

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Large French Mid-Century Wrought Iron Lantern / Pendant / Chandelier, 1940

H 31 in Dm 16 in

Pair of French Mid-Century Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A nice and elegant pair of french mid century sconces, the picture speak for it self. We have over

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Pair of French Mid-Century Sconces

W 8.5 in D 3 in

Two French Mid-Century Modern Style Astrolabe Mirrored Pendants / Chandeliers

By Serge Roche

Located in New York, NY

2 French Mid-Century Modern style Mirrored Pendants / Chandeliers in the style of the French

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

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Metal

Two French Mid-Century Modern Style Astrolabe Mirrored Pendants / Chandeliers

H 21 in Dm 18 in

Maison Lunel French Mid-Century Modern Brass 8 Arm Chandelier White Drum Shades

By Maison Lunel

Located in Miami, FL

Maison Lunel French Mid-Century Modern eight lights brass & faceted glass decoration chandelier

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Maison Lunel French Mid-Century Modern Brass 8 Arm Chandelier White Drum Shades

H 33 in W 27 in D 16 in

French Mid-Century Minimalist 'A16' Chandelier by Alain Richard for Disderot

By Alain Richard, Disderot

Located in New York, NY

Important French Mid-Century Modern chandelier or pendant known as "A16" by Alan Richard for

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel, Chrome

French Mid-Century Minimalist 'A16' Chandelier by Alain Richard for Disderot

H 47 in Dm 21 in

Wonderful French Mid Century Art Deco Glass Bowl Polished Nickel Light Fixture

By René Lalique

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful French mid century Art Deco sunflower pattern round frosted glass bowl with polished

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20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Wonderful French Mid Century Art Deco Glass Bowl Polished Nickel Light Fixture

H 18 in Dm 14 in

Lunel Gorgeous French Midcentury Chandelier, 1950s

By Maison Lunel

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

This exquisite French midcentury chandelier by to LUNEL, Paris, France, from the 1950s, is a

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Lunel Gorgeous French Midcentury Chandelier, 1950s

H 33.08 in Dm 30.32 in

Elegant Pair of French Mid-Century Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

own design A beautiful and elegant pair of French Mid-Century sconces, the patina is at lot nicer in

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Elegant Pair of French Mid-Century Sconces

H 9 in W 3.5 in D 7.25 in

A pair of French, mid-century gold patinated Hollywood Regency lamps with leaves

Located in Baambrugge, NL

A pair of French, mid-century gold (gold patinated) Hollywood Regency lamps with leaves. The 6

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

A pair of French, mid-century gold patinated Hollywood Regency lamps with leaves

H 31.11 in Dm 21.66 in

Antique Pair Of French Mid Century Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

do your own design A beautiful and elegant pair of French mid century sconces, the picture speak

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Antique Pair Of French Mid Century Sconces

H 14 in W 12 in D 5 in

1 French Mid-Century Modern White Enamel Metal & Glass Pendants in Mategot Style

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in New York, NY

1 French Mid-Century Modern white enameled metal pendant / lantern fixture / chandelier with a

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1 French Mid-Century Modern White Enamel Metal & Glass Pendants in Mategot Style

H 24 in Dm 15 in

French Midcentury Chandelier

Located in Beirut, LB

with its midcentury appearance, this chandelier could fit almost anywhere and is sure to attract the

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

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Nickel

French Midcentury Chandelier

H 27.56 in Dm 19.69 in

2 French Mid-Century Modern Plaster Flush Mounts / Pendants by Arlus, 1930

By Arlus

Located in New York, NY

Two French Mid-Century Modern / Art Deco plaster flush mount fixtures / chandeliers containing an

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plaster, Glass

2 French Mid-Century Modern Plaster Flush Mounts / Pendants by Arlus, 1930

H 14 in Dm 24 in

Elegant French Mid-Century Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

own design. A beautiful and elegant French 1950s chandelier.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Elegant French Mid-Century Chandelier

H 26 in W 23 in D 23 in

French Mid-Century Horizontal Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1960's French light fixture with 9 candelabra lights, nickel and bronze finish

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Vintage 1960s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Nickel

French Mid-Century Horizontal Chandelier

H 38.5 in W 65.5 in D 5.5 in

French Mid-Century Modern Six-Light Iron Chandelier in Leaf Motif w/Gold Finish

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Mid-Century Modern six-light chandelier. This French chandelier has a modern design

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

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Metal, Iron

French Mid-Century Modern Six-Light Iron Chandelier in Leaf Motif w/Gold Finish

H 29 in Dm 21.75 in

Lunel French Mid-Century Wall Sconces, Pair, 1950s

By Maison Lunel

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French mid-century pair of wall sconces by Lunel (Paris), France, 1950s. Model 1519C. Brass, metal

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Lunel French Mid-Century Wall Sconces, Pair, 1950s

H 16.54 in W 3.15 in D 7.29 in

French Mid-century pendant light

Located in Beirut, LB

French Art Deco modernist pendant light. White glass shade in semi curved lines around the edge

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

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Glass

French Mid-century pendant light

H 27.56 in Dm 20.87 in

Sexy Small French Midcentury Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A sexy small French 1950s chandelier, the brass can be polished, the height can be shorter to a

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Sexy Small French Midcentury Chandelier

H 16 in W 21 in D 21 in

Pair of French Mid Century Sconces with Eiffel Tower Design

Located in Los Angeles, CA

own design A beautiful and elegant pair of French mid century sconces, thecenter design was taken

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Metal

Pair of French Mid Century Sconces with Eiffel Tower Design

H 12 in W 8 in D 6 in

Large French Mid-Century Gilt Iron Crown / Sunburst Pendant or Flush Mount

By Gilbert Poillerat

Located in New York, NY

A Large French Mid-Century Modern Gilt Iron Crown or Sunburst Pendant / Chandelier / Flush Mount

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

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Wrought Iron

Large French Mid-Century Gilt Iron Crown / Sunburst Pendant or Flush Mount

H 12 in Dm 19.75 in

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

French Mid-Century Wrought Iron Chandelier, 1950s

H 35.04 in Dm 33.08 in

French Mid-Century Atomic Brass and Glass Chandelier

Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine

Classic Mid-Century Atomic Brass and Glass Chandelier from the 50s 4 round, white patterned

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

French Mid-Century Atomic Brass and Glass Chandelier

H 22.84 in Dm 23.23 in

French Mid century Modern metal pendant chandelier by Mazda

By Mazda

Located in New York City, NY

An original and unusual Mid-century, machine age pendant light crafted from spun aluminum

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

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Metal

French Mid century Modern metal pendant chandelier by Mazda

H 24 in Dm 21.5 in

French Mid Century Modern Red Conical Three-Light Chandelier

Located in Stamford, CT

French brass chandelier with three red painted metal conical shades. Mid Century Modern.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Mid Century Modern Red Conical Three-Light Chandelier

H 25 in Dm 24 in

Beautiful French Mid-Century Chandelier Attributed to Maison Arlus

By Arlus

Located in Los Angeles, CA

own design An elegant 1950 French chandelier design by Maison Arlus, the height can be shorter if you

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Beautiful French Mid-Century Chandelier Attributed to Maison Arlus

H 19 in W 20 in D 20 in

Sexy French mid century light ( with matching sconces )

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A sexy 1950's French light, it has also the matching sconces ( not included with the price of the

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Sexy French mid century light ( with matching sconces )

H 16 in W 36 in D 36 in

French Mid-Century Brass and Opaline Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

An opaline glass pendant light. France, c1950s. Naturally patinated glass gallery with a tall

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

French Mid-Century Brass and Opaline Pendant Light

H 16.15 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in

French Mid Century Spun Cage Milk Glass Pendant

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

1601 French milk glass cylinder caged in brass cage Single light bulb 100 watt Edison based bulb.

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Vintage 1960s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Mid Century Spun Cage Milk Glass Pendant

H 17.5 in Dm 10.2 in

French Mid-Century Attributed to Baguès Bronze and Glass Chandelier

By Maison Baguès

Located in Queens, NY

French 1940s oxidize bronze chandelier with 5 scroll arms trimmed with glass beads emanating from a

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

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Bronze

French Mid-Century Attributed to Baguès Bronze and Glass Chandelier

H 27 in Dm 28 in

Barovier et Toso French Mid-Century Murano Glass Hoop Chandelier

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Queens, NY

French (1940's) chandelier featuring a suspended hoop composed of clear glass and brass trim that

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Barovier et Toso French Mid-Century Murano Glass Hoop Chandelier

H 30.5 in W 20 in D 5.5 in

French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Nickel and Crystal Chandelier / Pendant

Located in New York, NY

An elegant French midcentury crystal chandelier/fixture embracing neoclassicism and modernity

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Nickel

French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Nickel and Crystal Chandelier / Pendant

H 17 in Dm 18 in

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French Midcentury Chandelier For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic French midcentury chandelier available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every French midcentury chandelier was constructed with great care. There are 219 variations of the antique or vintage French midcentury chandelier you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer French midcentury chandelier, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A French midcentury chandelier is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one French midcentury chandelier that is appealing in its simplicity, but Arlus, Maison Lunel and Holophane produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a French Midcentury Chandelier?

Prices for a French midcentury chandelier start at $227 and top out at $56,000 with the average selling for $2,471.

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.

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