Antique Pendant Lights
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French 19th Century Petite Crystal Chandelier
$1,500.0018"H x 15"W x 15"D
Dimensions: 18” H x 15” W x 15” D
A charming 19th century French bronze and crystal chandelier to illuminate your space with a touch of Bohemian or Belle Époque flair. This petite chandelier has a multi-tiered dark bronze frame that is dripping with pendalogues, prisms, and rosettes in a mix of clear and amethyst-tone drops for wonderful variety. Three faux candles (using candelabra-base bulbs) rise from solid bobeche cast to appear like flowers, accented with little star-shaped rosettes on the front. The fixture has been professionally cleaned and rewired for US electrical using UL-listed parts and is ready to be hung in your interior. Be sure to view the detailed images to see more.
Canopy: 5 ¼” diameter
Chain and wire: 36” -
Vintage Italian Veca Glass Pendant Light Fixture
$995.0012.25"H x 10.25"W x 10.25"D
Dimensions: 12 ¼” H x 10 ¼” W x 10 ¼” D
A vintage midcentury modern glass pendant light fixture made in Italy by Veca, circa 1960. The styling and use of thick, blue-green glass recalls the work of their contemporaries at Fontana Arte, pioneers of designing with glass for lighting and furniture. In this example the frame is made from chromed steel branching to support three arms (holding two chandelier bulbs each) diffused in two layers of green, transparent glass: the outer “shield” is a flat, oval lens creating an optical illusion in front of the semicircular inner panes around the lamping. Six chandelier-base light bulbs illuminate the fixture. Professionally cleaned and rewired to US electrical standards using UL-listed parts, ready to install in your interior. Please view the detailed images to see more.
Chain: 28”
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Italian 18th Century Hanging Lantern
$2,400.0033.5"H x 13"W x 13"D
Dimensions: ” H x ” W x ” D
An Italian tôle lantern from the 18th century with gilded, rococo motifs on dark metal housing. Crowned with a gilded finial to symbolize a burning flame, the theme continues down the patinated roof of the lantern as palmette garlands. The elliptical glass windows are highlighted by gilding, and the interior also reflects a golden aura to disperse the light of a single bulb. While the modern convenience of electricity might have displaced lanterns like these, the enchanting design leaves an impression anywhere around the home. Cleaned and wired for US electrical using UL listed parts this chandelier is ready to be installed. Please view all of the detailed images for the current condition and unique features.
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Large Zodiac Pendant
$3,700.0046.50"H x "W x 23.50"D
Dimensions: 46-½”H x 23-½”Diameter
An incredibly unique pendant with an astrological flair! Equally as artful as it is functional, the antique-burnished brass finish with white frosted glass will brighten any large area. We recommend installation of this lighting fixture be done by a licensed electrician. Canopy: 6″ Round , Weight: 52 Pounds. Currently 1 in stock; available for reorder. Please inquire for a quote as prices may vary.
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Pair of English Industrial Factory Pendants
$1,995.009.5"H x 12"W x 12"D
Dimensions : 9 1/2″ H x 12″ W x 12″ D
A pair of early 20th century English industrial factory pendant light fixtures by Holophane, UK. The hallmark of Holophane Luminaires is the quality of the glass: angular, prismatic fluting of the glass dome provides a combination of uplight and downlight to illuminate evenly without creating dark spots or glare which makes these fixtures perfect for kitchen. Professionally cleaned and rewired to US electrical standards using UL-listed parts, ready for your interior. Sold as a pair. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition.
Chain: 6′
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French 19th Century Iron and Gilt-Brass Single-Light Lantern
$8,995.0040"H x 16"W x 16"D
Dimensions: 40″H x 16″Diameter
This French 19th century iron and gilt-brass single-light lantern has been professionally rewired, now featuring a modern tube light which is a nice juxtaposition to the Neoclassical elements of the design. An acanthus-theme crown hides the junction where the chain meets the lid, a motif replicated in swags draped across the clear glass panes and descending from the base to end as an artichoke finial. The timeless style and impressive scale would happily mix with many decorating tastes. Please view the detailed images to see more.
Antique Pendant Lights for Sale
Pendant lights are a common type of light fixture that features a bowl-shaped cove, streamlined with a lightbulb in the center. Pendant lighting combines form and function with its simple design and directed light source.
Pendant lamps have existed in some form since the Ancient Greeks, but electric pendant lights first became common in houses in the early 1900s, after the popularization of electricity and the lightbulb. Antique pendant lights use a wide range of materials, including glass, metal, plastic, and paper.
The main difference between pendant lights and chandeliers is that pendant lights typically only have one light source, whereas chandeliers have several. Our collection of pendant lights features a wide selection of pieces from the 10th and 20th centuries, with designs ranging from Modernist to Art Deco.
Benefits of Pendant Lights
Antique pendant lights are an extremely popular choice among antique collectors for several reasons — least of all, their appearance and designs. Below are some benefits of getting antique pendant lights in your home.
Easy to Install
Pendant lights have a relatively simple design, so they are easy to install and use. In addition, pendant lights only need one ceiling fixture, and you can change the length they hang depending on your room layout and decor.
Good Lighting
Pendant lighting is highly functional. The bowl-like shape of the cover reflects light from the inside, allowing it to fill a room. Pendant lights look beautiful and are highly functional in rooms that need good light coverage, such as kitchens, living rooms, and bedrooms.
Saves Space
Compared to other kinds of light fixtures, such as chandeliers, antique pendant lights take up significantly less space, leaving more room for other fixtures and decorations. A common idea is to place a row of pendants one after another, creating a type of bar lighting across important parts of the room.
Blends in
Pendant lights have a simple design, so you can blend them with other room decorations relatively easily. The smooth curves of pendant lights don’t immediately draw the eye’s attention, so other parts of the room decoration can serve as the centerpiece.