Mid Century Pendant Light Chain

Swag Pendant

Swag Lighting

1950 Italian Pendant Light

Mid Century Modern Hanging Light

Chain Glass Brass

French Midcentury Chandelier

3 Chain Light Fixture

Murano Mid Century Pendant Lighting

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Mid-20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid Century Spanish Pendant Light Chandelier

H 30 in W 10 in D 10 in

Mid-Century Stoneware Pendant Light

Located in Houston, TX

Mid-century stoneware pendant light from Germany. Ceramic surface is a nice textured multi-hue

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Mid-20th Century German Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stoneware

Mid-Century Stoneware Pendant Light

H 8 in Dm 8 in

Mid-Century Modern Chrome & Smoked Glass Open Globe Pendant Light Chrome Chain

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome Mid-Century Modern chrome and lightly smoked glass open globe pendant light with chrome

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Chrome & Smoked Glass Open Globe Pendant Light Chrome Chain

H 62 in W 7.75 in D 7.75 in

Mid-Century Opaline Conical Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A well executed pendant light. France, c1950s. Opaline glass conical shade. Good vintage

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Opaline Conical Pendant Light

H 14.97 in Dm 9.06 in

Mid Century Spanish Pendant Light Chandelier

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Lighting Acquisitions Of A Mid-Century Spanish Pendant Light

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Mid-20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal, Gold Leaf

Mid Century Spanish Pendant Light Chandelier

H 30 in W 12 in D 12 in

Mid-century pendant light by Murano, Mazzega

By Mazzega

Located in Palermo, PA

Mid-century pendant light by Murano, Mazzega. The transition from opaque white glass to a clear

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

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Metal

Mid-century pendant light by Murano, Mazzega

H 15.75 in W 17.72 in D 7.09 in

Danish Mid-Century Studio Pottery Pendant Light

Located in Antwerp, BE

Beautiful Danish ceramic pendant lamp with original chain and ceramic ceiling plate made in the

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

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Brass

Danish Mid-Century Studio Pottery Pendant Light

H 9.06 in Dm 14.97 in

Mid-Century Modern NOS Wood and Smoked Glass Globe Pendant Light Black Chain

By Hamilton Cosco

Located in Topeka, KS

smoked glass globe pendant light with black chain and canopy. It is made by Lighting-Accessories, Inc. a

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern NOS Wood and Smoked Glass Globe Pendant Light Black Chain

H 32 in Dm 7.75 in

Swedish Orrefors Glass Mid-Century Pendant Light

By Orrefors

Located in Houston, TX

Swedish glass pendant light (probably Orrefors). multifaceted glass pendant with extremely

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

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Brass

Swedish Orrefors Glass Mid-Century Pendant Light

H 10 in Dm 14 in

Stepped Opaque Glass Mid-Century Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A small, stylish opaque stepped glass pendant light. France, c1950. Lovely graduated form. No

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Stepped Opaque Glass Mid-Century Pendant Light

H 9.06 in Dm 7.09 in

Two Tone Mid-Century French Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A good quality two tone pendant light. France, c1950s. Opaline glass base, clear top, all

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Two Tone Mid-Century French Pendant Light

H 19.69 in Dm 11.03 in

Modern Mid-century Square Pendant , 4 light

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Modern/Deco looking square pendant .All metal work is polished and plated in Nickel . Chain and

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Modern Mid-century Square Pendant , 4 light

H 48 in W 18 in D 18 in

Mid-century Rattan Pendant Hanging Light, Spain, 1960s

By Louis Sognot

Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR

Rattan Pendant Hanging Light, Spain, 1960s This lantern features a beautiful design with a

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

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Rattan, Paper

Mid-century Rattan Pendant Hanging Light, Spain, 1960s

H 25.99 in Dm 8.67 in

Mid Century Sculpted Hanging Swag Lamp Chandelier Pendant Light

Located in Baltimore, MD

A sophisticated, interesting Mid-Century Modern pendant light, swag lamp, chandelier featuring a

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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid Century Sculpted Hanging Swag Lamp Chandelier Pendant Light

H 9 in Dm 4 in

Mid-Century Modern Holophane Paris Street Pendant Light

Located in New York, NY

a steel pole or with a chain (pictured) for use as a pendant light. Small quantity available at time

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Holophane Paris Street Pendant Light

H 20 in Dm 16.5 in

Opaline and Brass Mid-Century Glass Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

An opaline glass pendant light, with large original brass gallery. France, c1950s. Mid to

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass

Opaline and Brass Mid-Century Glass Pendant Light

H 195.28 in Dm 12.6 in

Brass and Glass Etched Mid-Century Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A tall glass and brass mid-century pendant. France, c1950s. Etched chequered style glass. No

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Brass and Glass Etched Mid-Century Pendant Light

H 24.02 in Dm 7.09 in

Large Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A large sized opaline pendant light, with delicate brass gallery and ribbed brass rim. France

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Large Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendant Light

H 18.51 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in

Single Mid-Century 'Ice' Glass Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A pair of unusual 'ice drip' glass pendant lights. France, c1970s. No chain or ceiling rose was

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Vintage 1970s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Single Mid-Century 'Ice' Glass Pendant Light

H 6.3 in Dm 7.88 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

Mid-Century Brass and Glass Thin Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A brass and glass pendant light, the glass being of particularly attractive form. France, c1960s

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Brass and Glass Thin Pendant Light

H 15.75 in Dm 4.73 in

Mid-Century 'Cloudy' Opaque Glass Small Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

An unusual finish glass pendant light. France, c1960s. Cloudy opaque finish. Original gallery

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century 'Cloudy' Opaque Glass Small Pendant Light

H 10.63 in Dm 4.34 in

Italian Mid-Century Glass and Brass Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A stylish single pendant light. Italy, c1970s. Unusual stripped/veined finish. Naturally

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Glass and Brass Pendant Light

H 11.03 in Dm 8.67 in

Opaline Glass and Brass Mid-Century Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

An unusual shaped dimple base opaline pendant. Brass gallery with long stem. France, c1950s

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Opaline Glass and Brass Mid-Century Pendant Light

H 17.72 in Dm 11.03 in

Single Matt Opaline Glass Mid-Century Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A single elegant opaline pendant, in matt glass finish. France, c1950s. Paired with a metal

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Single Matt Opaline Glass Mid-Century Pendant Light

H 12.21 in Dm 11.42 in

Mid century modern Murano glass pendant light 1970s Italy

Located in Palermo, PA

Mid Century Glass Pendant Lamp in Murano Glass Italy 1970s. This stunning pendant lamp from the

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

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Metal

Mid century modern Murano glass pendant light 1970s Italy

H 7.09 in Dm 21.66 in

Mid Century Modern Chrome Wire Bird Cage Swag Chandelier Pendant Light 17"

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid 20th century chrome bird cage style swag / pendant light. Round cage form with curled in lower

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

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Chrome

Mid Century Modern Chrome Wire Bird Cage Swag Chandelier Pendant Light 17"

H 14.25 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in

French Gilt Iron Six-Light Chandelier Suspended w/ Twisted Chains, Mid-Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French mid-20th century six-light chandelier. This French chandelier has a modern design

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

French Gilt Iron Six-Light Chandelier Suspended w/ Twisted Chains, Mid-Century

H 19.25 in Dm 21.25 in

Mid-Century Modern German Art Glass Pendant Light, 1960s

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Modern German Art Glass Pendant Light, 1960s This stunning Mid-Century Modern pendant

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern German Art Glass Pendant Light, 1960s

H 47.25 in Dm 15.75 in

Mid Century Modern Orange Dome Pendant Hanging Light Fixture by Lightolier

By Lightolier

Located in Topeka, KS

Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern orange dome or pendant hanging light fixture by Lightolier

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

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Metal, Wire

Mid Century Modern Orange Dome Pendant Hanging Light Fixture by Lightolier

H 25 in Dm 15 in

Mid Century Italian Stilnovo Neoclassical Pendant Light C.1950

By Stilnovo

Located in London, GB

Mid Century Italian Stilnovo Neoclassical Pendant Light C.1950 An Italian Stilnovo hanging light

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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid Century Italian Stilnovo Neoclassical Pendant Light C.1950

H 20.08 in W 9.06 in D 5.32 in

Mid Century Modern Vintage Hanging Chandelier Light Chain Lamp Plug In

Located in Saddle River, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hanging Chandelier Light Chain Lamp Plug In Add a touch of retro flair

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass, Wood

Mid Century Modern Vintage Hanging Chandelier Light Chain Lamp Plug In

H 17 in W 13 in D 13 in

Mid-Century Modern Italian Glass Pendant Light by Mazzega

By Mazzega

Located in London, GB

A Mid-Century Modern Italian pendant light or chandelier by the long established and respected

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Italian Glass Pendant Light by Mazzega

H 19.69 in Dm 15.75 in

Unusual Saucer Style Mid-Century Pendant Light (2 available)

Located in London, GB

Unusual brass and glass pendant light. Sourced in Holland, c1970s. Futuristic style, three

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Unusual Saucer Style Mid-Century Pendant Light (2 available)

H 9.45 in Dm 22.05 in

Large Two Part Holophane Style Mid-Century Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A large glass and brass pendant light. France, c1950s. Unusual size and shape. Naturally

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Two Part Holophane Style Mid-Century Pendant Light

H 22.05 in Dm 15.75 in

Danish Mid-Century Copper and Glass Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

An almost lunar landscape style glass pendant in distintive yellow. Denmark, c1970s. Original

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Vintage 1970s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Danish Mid-Century Copper and Glass Pendant Light

H 12.21 in Dm 11.03 in

Mid-Century Space Age Modernist Pendant Light, Circa 1930's

Located in Beirut, LB

This Mid-Century Modern pendant light features a sleek chrome metal frame with a circular structure

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

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Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Space Age Modernist Pendant Light, Circa 1930's

H 35.44 in W 16.93 in D 8.27 in

mid century PENDANT LIGHT bubble glass satin glass 1960s

Located in Mannheim, DE

glass. The base, chain and canopy are made of gray metal. Textil wire. Overall length 41 3/4" (106 cm

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

mid century PENDANT LIGHT bubble glass satin glass 1960s

H 41.74 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in

Italian Mid-Century Pendant Light Attr. to Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in London, GB

A mid-20th century pendant light attributed to Luigi Caccia Dominioni. Italy, c1960s

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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Italian Mid-Century Pendant Light Attr. to Luigi Caccia Dominioni

H 26.38 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in

Mid-Century Modern Design Round / Globe Shape Glass Pendant Light

Located in Lisse, NL

. This mid-20th century glass pendant comes with the original chain and ceiling cap. The organic natural

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

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Design Round / Globe Shape Glass Pendant Light

H 28 in Dm 13.5 in

Large Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Pendant / Ceiling Light, 1970s

Located in Lisse, NL

, this pendant has an extra calm / serene look and feel. So this very well balanced ceramic light is

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

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Brass

Large Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Pendant / Ceiling Light, 1970s

H 51 in Dm 15 in

Mid-Century Kalmar Slumped Ice Glass and Brass Pendant Light

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Los Angeles, CA

pre-eminent Mid-Century product visionary. The company flourished, producing light fittings for

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Kalmar Slumped Ice Glass and Brass Pendant Light

H 11.5 in W 9 in D 9 in

1970s Glass Pendant Light with Brass Chain , Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- good original condition with minor signs of use - cleaned and repolished - US wiring compatible - 1 x E26-E27 bulb

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

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Brass

1970s Glass Pendant Light with Brass Chain , Czechoslovakia

H 31.5 in W 12.21 in D 12.21 in

Mid-Century Murano Pendant Light In the Manner of Vistosi

By Gino Vistosi

Located in Chicago, IL

This mid-century Murano glass chandelier has four tiers of discs mounted on a brass frame with an

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

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Brass

Mid-Century Murano Pendant Light In the Manner of Vistosi

H 22 in W 15 in D 15 in

Venini Mid Century Italian Amber Murano Glass Pendant Light

By Paolo Venini

Located in London, GB

Venini Mid Century Italian Amber Murano Glass Pendant Light, a truly unique masterpiece. Its

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Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Venini Mid Century Italian Amber Murano Glass Pendant Light

H 15.75 in Dm 21.26 in

Mid Century Modern Glass and Brass Pendant Light Fixture 1960's

Located in San Francisco, CA

Mid Century glass pendant light fixture with brass hardware. The length with the chain measures 47

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

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Brass

Mid Century Modern Glass and Brass Pendant Light Fixture 1960's

H 9 in Dm 12.5 in

Clear Glass and Brass Bulb Mid-Century French Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A clear glass bulb like shade pendant light, good quality brass gallery. France, c1960s. Single

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Clear Glass and Brass Bulb Mid-Century French Pendant Light

H 13.39 in Dm 7.88 in

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Torch Cut Steel & Spike Swag Light and Chain

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

approximately 1965 and done in the Brutalist style. The light shade is composed of torch cut slab steel panels

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

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Cut Steel

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Torch Cut Steel & Spike Swag Light and Chain

H 20.5 in W 11.5 in D 11 in

Two Tone Glass and Brass Mid-Century French Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A single two tone glass and brass pendant light, France, c1950s. Opaline glass base, clear top

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Two Tone Glass and Brass Mid-Century French Pendant Light

H 14.57 in Dm 8.27 in

Italian Mid Century Glass and Brass 3-Light Chandelier, mid 20th century

Located in Atlanta, GA

having a glass bowl with a three-light brass cluster within, a blown glass ball above, with 17" of

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

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Glass

Italian Mid Century Glass and Brass 3-Light Chandelier, mid 20th century

H 9 in Dm 18.5 in

Mid-Century 'Onion' Shape Blown Glass Pendant Light Fixture, 1960's

Located in San Francisco, CA

Mid-Century Modern style garlic or onion shaped, pendant light fixture with blown white glass shade

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

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Glass

Mid-Century 'Onion' Shape Blown Glass Pendant Light Fixture, 1960's

H 15 in Dm 13 in

Large Mid-Century Metal and Opaline Glass French Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A large opaline pendant.. France, c1950s. Left in original condition, but we can re-spray the

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Large Mid-Century Metal and Opaline Glass French Pendant Light

H 18.12 in Dm 18.12 in

Italian Mid-Century 'Lava' Murano Glass Pendant Light (9 available)

Located in London, GB

Unusual large murano glass pendant lights. Italy, c1960s. Unusual glass, semi-opaque, crater like

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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid-Century 'Lava' Murano Glass Pendant Light (9 available)

H 12.6 in Dm 11.82 in

Mid-century modern Murano glass pendant light by Maestri Muranesi, 1970s

Located in Palermo, PA

This elegant pendant light features Murano glass with a striking deep purple border along the edge

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

Materials

Metal

Mid-century modern Murano glass pendant light by Maestri Muranesi, 1970s

H 7.88 in Dm 20.87 in

Mid-century modern Murano glass pendant light by Maestri Muranesi, 1970s

By Mazzega

Located in Palermo, PA

This sophisticated pendant light showcases Murano glass with a beautiful blend of stunning green

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-century modern Murano glass pendant light by Maestri Muranesi, 1970s

H 13 in Dm 17.72 in

Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Coconut Leaf, Wicker and Shade Pendant Light

Located in Lisse, NL

perfect finish to this rare design pendant light and the chain makes this light adjustable in height as

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

Materials

Brass, Iron

Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Coconut Leaf, Wicker and Shade Pendant Light

H 28 in Dm 19.4 in

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass and Brass Chain Pendant Chandelier

Located in Lisse, NL

Timeless shape and marvelous warm color, mouth blown Murano pendant. This unique Italian art glass

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

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass and Brass Chain Pendant Chandelier

H 24 in Dm 18.5 in

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Smoked Acrylic, Walnut and Chrome Pendant Light

Located in Charleston, SC

walnut corners which hangs from a corded chain. The interior features 4 candle form interior lights

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

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Smoked Acrylic, Walnut and Chrome Pendant Light

H 29 in Dm 14 in

Mid Century Modern Italian Textured White Murano Glass & Brass Pendant Light

Located in New York, NY

This elegant Mid Century Modern pendant was realized in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Italian Textured White Murano Glass & Brass Pendant Light

H 39.75 in Dm 5.75 in

Small Two Tone Opaline and White Glass Mid-Century Pendant Light

Located in London, GB

A German diminutive two tone glass pendant light. Etched glass top with white glass base

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Mid-20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Small Two Tone Opaline and White Glass Mid-Century Pendant Light

H 12.6 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

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Mid Century Pendant Light Chain For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century pendant light chain for your home. A mid century pendant light chain — often made from metal, glass and chrome — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century pendant light chain, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A mid century pendant light chain, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made mid century pendant light chain has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Hamilton Cosco, RAAK and Stilux are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mid Century Pendant Light Chain?

A mid century pendant light chain can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,216, while the lowest priced sells for $895 and the highest can go for as much as $3,917.

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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