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J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier Gold Brass Glass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
J.T. Kalmar Palazzo chandelier gold brass glass, 1970s. Original condition. We have a fitting
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Palazzo Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian modern chandelier with frosted white rectangular Murano glass shades, mounted on polished
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Palazzo Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
Palazzo Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
H 45.28 in W 47.25 in D 25.6 in
Austrian "Palazzo" Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Gilt Brass and Glass, circa 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Mid - Century glass and gilt brass "Palazzo" chandelier by J.T.Kalmar, Vienna, circa 1960s. It is
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass

Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier Gilt with glass elements, 1970, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Bronx, NY
Kalmar Palazzo gold crystal glass chandelier, 1970, Austria. Gold gilded frame holding 26
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

One of Three Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
light fixtures model 'Palazzo' by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Gold Plate

Palazzo Kalmar Gold, Crystal Chandelier, 1970s, Austria
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Bronx, NY
Palazzo Kalmar gold crystal glass chandelier from the 1970s, Austria. gold gilded frame holding 22
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Bakalowits & Söhne, Palwa, Ernest Palme, J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Wonderful ice glass chandelier from the 1960s. The beautifully shaped Murano glass elements create
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Palwa, J.T. Kalmar, Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in München, DE
Wonderful ice glass chandelier from the 1960s. The beautifully formed Murano glass elements create
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Large Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By Doria Leuchten Germany, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Palwa, J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and large ice glass chandelier from the 1960s. The 42 beautifully shaped Murano glass
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Palazzo Ice Glass Flush Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Palwa, J.T. Kalmar, Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and large ice glass ceiling lamp from the 1960s. The 42 beautifully shaped Murano glass elements create an impressive, sparkling play of light. Exceptionally high-quality...
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass Chandelier comprises crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame. It’s
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass chandelier comprises crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame. It’s
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass chandelier comprises crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame. It’s
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

One Kalmar Chandeliers Palazzo Gilt Brass and Glass Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Antwerp, BE
'Palazzo'. The lamps are marked with a Kalmar label and they are also documented in the Kalmar catalogues
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Kalmar Chandeliers or Pendant Lights 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass and Glass
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Palazzo was manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Large polished brilliant crystal glasses are mounted on a
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

1 of 3 Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass chandelier comprises crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame. It’s
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass chandelier comprises crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame. It’s
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1 of 2 Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
A Stunning large Chandelier with 24-carat gold-plated brass frame and clear, brilliant glass made
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Set of Kalmar Chandelier Pendant Light Sconces 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
light fixtures model 'Palazzo' by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Vintage Italian Beaded 5-Lite Chandelier Rewired from Private Palazzo in Milan
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Italian Chandelier with matching silver-leafed canopy. Unequivocally the most heavily
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20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
chandelier is the largest ones from the Palazzo series. This chandelier can also be converted into a flush
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilded Brass Glass, Austria, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
ones from the Palazzo series. This chandelier can also be converted into a flush mount. Measures
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass 'Palazzo' light fixture
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

J.T. Kalmar Gold Brass Tiered Crystal Glass Chandelier Palazzo Lamp, circa 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
J.T. Kalmar Gold Brass Tiered Crystal Glass Chandelier Palazzo Lamp, circa 1960. Stunning four-tier
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Glass and Brass Chandelier Palazzo by J. T. Kalmar, FRANKEN KG, 1970s, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Crystal glass and brass chandelier by J. T. Kalmar 'Palazzo', FRANKEN KG, 1970s, Austria Large
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

One of Two Chandeliers Pendant Lights 'Palazzo' by Kalmar, Gilt Brass Glass 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
light fixtures model 'Palazzo' by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Flush Mount Chandelier Gold Brass Glass Lamp, Austria, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Vienna, AT
J.T. Kalmar Palazzo flush mount chandelier gold brass glass lamp, Austria, 1960. Stunning four-tier
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold, Brass

Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
. It’s made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Wonderful light effect
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 2 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
. Its made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. It needs 12 small bulbs
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 2 J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Light Fixtures Gilt Brass and Glass, Austria
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Austria. This model "Palazzo" was manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Large polished brilliant crystal glasses
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1 of 4 Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
frame. Its made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured circa 1970-1979. Two tiers
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 3 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
. Its made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. It needs seven small
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 3 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
. Its made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. It needs seven small
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

High-End J.T. Kalmar 'Palazzo' Wall Light Fixture, Gilt Brass and Glass, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
. This model "Palazzo" was manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Large polished brilliant crystal glasses are
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

18th Century Genoese Church Gilded and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Genovese Louis XVI chandelier in carved and gilded wood, circa 1780, similar to the chandeliers in
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Iron

Small 20th Century Six-Light Murano Chandelier, Model Ca'rezzonico
Located in Berlin, DE
A small and elegant Murano six-light chandelier in transparent colors with sophisticated finishes
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20th Century Italian Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Kalmar Mid-Century Modern Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass Chandelier Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern, vintage, Austrian made 'Palazzo' ice crystal glass chandelier by Kalmar, circa
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass Chandelier Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Vintage Miid-Century Modern Austrian made 'Palazzo' ice crystal glass chandelier by Kalmar, circa
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

J. T. Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Glass Chandelier Flush Mount
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Breathtakingly beautiful chandelier by J. T. Kalmar Austria from the 1970s. Brass frame gold-plated
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass Chandelier Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Austrian made 'Palazzo' ice crystal glass chandelier by Kalmar, circa 1970. Featuring twenty-six
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Towering 19th Century Tuscan Giltwood Palazzo Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
A towering 19th century tuscan giltwood palazzo chandelier, multi-tiered accented with giltwood
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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Palazzo Chandelier 25 Glass Globe Pendants in Multiple Colors in Organic Shape.
By Galilee Lighting
Located in Hollywood, FL
Elevate your space with the breathtaking Palazzo chandelier. This isn't just lighting; it's a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Signed J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Gilt Brass Textured Glass Chandelier, Austria 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Fine modernist 24-carat gold-plated brass and textured crystal ice glass "Palazzo" chandelier by
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ballroom Babe by Lolo Palazzo
By Lolo Palazzo
Located in The Hague, NL
Laurence set up Lolo Palazzo following a long-standing desire to design and create Industrial
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2010s Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Ballroom Babe by Lolo Palazzo
Ballroom Babe by Lolo Palazzo
H 88.59 in Dm 36.62 in
Palazzo Vecchio Collection, 8 Lights Chandelier, Gold and Platinum Decorations
By Artistica Le Porcellane
Located in Campi Bisenzio, FI
The Palazzo Vecchio Collection is a tribute to the majesty of the palace that inspired them. From
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Platinum, Metal, Gold

Palazzo Ametista Modern Chandelier 100 Art Glass Pendants in Clear & Violet, LED
By Galilee Lighting
Located in Hollywood, FL
The Palazzo Ametista long chandelier is handcrafted with the outmost artistry and attention to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Palazzo Long Modern Chandelier 30 Art Glass Pendants in Clear, Amber and Blue.
By Galilee Lighting
Located in Hollywood, FL
The Palazzo long chandelier is handcrafted with the outmost artistry and attention to detail. This
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Palazzo Light by Federico Peri for Editions Milano
By Editions Milano, Federico Peri
Located in Milan, IT
A pendant light, inspired by the Bauhaus architectures. The external layer, composed of a metal net and a transparent glass - protects and reveals the heart of the lamp, an opal glas...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Palazzo Vecchio Collection - Suspension Lamp - Gold and Platinum Decorations
By Artistica Le Porcellane
Located in Campi Bisenzio, FI
The Palazzo Vecchio Collection is a tribute to the majesty of the palace that inspired them. From
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Gold, Platinum

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Palazzo Chandelier For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the palazzo chandelier you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, every palazzo chandelier was constructed with great care. Find 84 options for an antique or vintage palazzo chandelier now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a palazzo chandelier — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right palazzo chandelier, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar and Fabio Ltd each produced at least one beautiful palazzo chandelier that is worth considering.

How Much is a Palazzo Chandelier?

A palazzo chandelier can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,420, while the lowest priced sells for $1,181 and the highest can go for as much as $37,000.

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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