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French Iron Chandelier
French Iron Chandelier

French Iron Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French iron chandelier; newly wired; four candelabra sockets will each take a 65-watt bulb.

Category

Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Iron Chandelier
French Iron Chandelier

French Iron Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French iron chandelier newly rewired for six candelabra bulbs. The large glass shade is signed Ros.

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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Black Cast Iron and Brass Chandelier, France 1950s
Black Cast Iron and Brass Chandelier, France 1950s

Black Cast Iron and Brass Chandelier, France 1950s

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

This unusual modernist chandelier was designed and manufactured in France in the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Iron

French Iron Clock Chandelier
French Iron Clock Chandelier

French Iron Clock Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1940's French hammered iron clock ten-arm chandelier with original painted finish and patina. Measurements: Height of body: 32" Current drop (adjustable): 42" Width: 36...

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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Black Iron 10-Arm Chandelier with Shades
Vintage French Black Iron 10-Arm Chandelier with Shades

Vintage French Black Iron 10-Arm Chandelier with Shades

Located in Chicago, IL

A mid-20th century French chandelier, wrought in blackened iron with ten sweeping arms that curve outward in perfect symmetry.

Category

20th Century French Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Wrought Iron Chandelier, France
Wrought Iron Chandelier, France

Wrought Iron Chandelier, France

Located in Antwerp, BE

French wrought iron chandelier has six candelabra arms. This chandeliers would work beautiful over a pool table, kitchen island, dining table, bar, or entrance hall. Diameter 33.4...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Copper, Wrought Iron

A Vintage Four-Light Black Iron Chandelier from France
A Vintage Four-Light Black Iron Chandelier from France

A Vintage Four-Light Black Iron Chandelier from France

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French mid-20th century four-light forged-iron chandelier.

Category

20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage French Iron Chandelier
Vintage French Iron Chandelier

Vintage French Iron Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1920's French hammered eight-arm iron chandelier with original patina. Measurements: Minimum drop: 35"  Diameter: 40".

Category

Vintage 1920s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Wrought Iron Chandelier
French Wrought Iron Chandelier

French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1950's French iron chandelier with 16 lights. Measurements: Drop:33" Width: 58" Depth: 47"

Category

Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century French Iron Chandelier
19th Century French Iron Chandelier

19th Century French Iron Chandelier

Located in Charlottesville, VA

A large and impressive iron chandelier. Add a rustic look to your room.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

20th Century French Iron Chandelier
20th Century French Iron Chandelier

20th Century French Iron Chandelier

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

French six-armed iron chandelier, circa 1950.The arms and central shaft feature scrolling acanthus leaves in alternating directions. This chandelier has a great composition with an i...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Gothic Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Iron and Brass French Chandelier
Iron and Brass French Chandelier

Iron and Brass French Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French chandelier with iron and brass details; newly rewired with six candelabra sockets, each sockets can take a 75 watt bulb.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron, Brass

19th Century French Iron Chandelier
19th Century French Iron Chandelier

19th Century French Iron Chandelier

Located in Round Top, TX

French late-19th century eight-light chandelier in iron, circa 1900.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier
Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French wrought iron chandelier.  

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Small French Rectangular Iron Chandelier
Small French Rectangular Iron Chandelier

Small French Rectangular Iron Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very nice small rectangular all hand forged French wrought iron chandelier, the patina is allot nicer in person.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Gilt Metal & Iron Chandelier
French Gilt Metal & Iron Chandelier

French Gilt Metal & Iron Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A French circa 1950's six-light gilt metal and hammered iron chandelier with original patina. Measurements: Height: 33" Diameter: 31".

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Vintage 1950s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Iron

French Cast Iron Chandelier
French Cast Iron Chandelier

French Cast Iron Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A French cast-iron two-tier iron chandelier with foliage motif on body and arms, floral decoration between the arms, original canopy and patina, circa 1900. Measurements: Minimum...

Category

Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Large French Wrought Iron Chandelier
Large French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Large French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Located in Antwerp, BE

A large French six-light wrought iron chandelier. Beautifully crafted iron work and nice old patina. More photos available upon request. Measures: Diameter 80 cm. Height 80 cm. ...

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

French 1950s Gilt Iron Chandelier
French 1950s Gilt Iron Chandelier

French 1950s Gilt Iron Chandelier

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

French midcentury gilt iron chandelier, with an elegant, bulbous centre part composed of multiple twirling rods, adorned with leaves. The arms extend down and out in an elegant, swee...

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

Materials

Iron

Spectacular 17th Century French Iron Chandelier
Spectacular 17th Century French Iron Chandelier

Spectacular 17th Century French Iron Chandelier

Located in Round Top, TX

A spectacular 17th century Chandelier from the Provence region of France. Exquisitely crafted from hand forged and wrought iron with 6 lights and a gorgeous hand forged chain. A ve...

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Antique Mid-17th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

20th Century French Wrought Iron Chandeliers
20th Century French Wrought Iron Chandeliers

20th Century French Wrought Iron Chandeliers

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a pair of 20th-century French wrought iron chandeliers, showcasing elegant craftsmanship with their intricate scrollwork and candle-style lights. Each chandelier is designed ...

Category

20th Century French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large 1950s French Wrought Iron Chandelier
Large 1950s French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Large 1950s French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

A dramatic mid-20th century French wrought-iron chandelier, formed with an elegant twisted central stem and exuberant, hand-forged scrolling throughout. The six light arms are arra...

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique French Iron Viking Ship Chandelier
Antique French Iron Viking Ship Chandelier

Antique French Iron Viking Ship Chandelier

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French iron Viking ship chandelier.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Hand-Made French Wrought Iron Chandelier
Hand-Made French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Hand-Made French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Located in New Orleans, LA

Hand-Made French wrought iron chandelier.

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Mid-20th Century French Iron Chandelier
Mid-20th Century French Iron Chandelier

Mid-20th Century French Iron Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

This iron chandelier originates from France, circa 1950.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

1970s French Two-Tiered Iron Chandelier
1970s French Two-Tiered Iron Chandelier

1970s French Two-Tiered Iron Chandelier

Located in Marbella, ES

1970s French two-tiered iron chandelier.

Category

Late 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Vintage Four-Light Black Iron Chandelier with Torch Shaped Arms
French Vintage Four-Light Black Iron Chandelier with Torch Shaped Arms

French Vintage Four-Light Black Iron Chandelier with Torch Shaped Arms

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French vintage four-light black iron chandelier. This French iron chandelier from the mid-20th century features a larger ring with four torch style lights around it's perimeter, co...

Category

20th Century French Rustic Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Iron

Superb Iron Chandelier, France, circa 1920
Superb Iron Chandelier, France, circa 1920

Superb Iron Chandelier, France, circa 1920

Located in Atlanta, GA

A superb iron chandelier featuring a pierced gallery issuing four stylized phoenix birds each one holding a square Gothic style lantern from its beak. Each lantern fitted with froste...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Early French Two-Tier Forged Iron Chandelier
Early French Two-Tier Forged Iron Chandelier

Early French Two-Tier Forged Iron Chandelier

Located in Chireno, TX

Early French two-tier forged iron chandelier circa 1740-1780. Beautiful naturally pitted patina on all hand-forged iron surfaces. All-original. Not wired for electricity. A second ve...

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Antique 1750s French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

An Elegant French Six Light Scrolling Black Forged-Iron Chandelier, Rewired
An Elegant French Six Light Scrolling Black Forged-Iron Chandelier, Rewired

An Elegant French Six Light Scrolling Black Forged-Iron Chandelier, Rewired

Located in Atlanta, GA

A vintage French six-light black iron chandelier. This French light fixture from the mid 20th century features an elegantly oblong caged center body with scrolled motif at it's top a...

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron, Metal

19th Century French Gothic Black Painted Wrought Iron Six-Light Chandelier
19th Century French Gothic Black Painted Wrought Iron Six-Light Chandelier

19th Century French Gothic Black Painted Wrought Iron Six-Light Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

The Gothic style chandelier is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, and adorns its original patinated black iron finish throughout.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Large Iron Chandelier, France, circa 1950s
Large Iron Chandelier, France, circa 1950s

Large Iron Chandelier, France, circa 1950s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Large iron eight-light chandelier, with a burnished gold finish. Elaborately scrolled arms and detail; ending in a finial.

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Mid-20th Century French Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Wrought Iron Chandelier Light Fixture
French Wrought Iron Chandelier Light Fixture

French Wrought Iron Chandelier Light Fixture

Located in San Francisco, CA

Hollywood Regency style six arm chandelier light fixture. All hand wrought iron with a verdigris bronze finish. Exceptional design and having the quality of Maison Jansen or Maison B...

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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Iron Fleur De Lis Chandelier
French Iron Fleur De Lis Chandelier

French Iron Fleur De Lis Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

Enhance any room with our exquisite French Iron Chandelier. Crafted in France during the 1980s, this chandelier features intricate ironwork and iconic fleur de lis symbols. With a ha...

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Vintage 1980s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Antique French Provincial Iron Chandelier, Circa 1880
Antique French Provincial Iron Chandelier, Circa 1880

Antique French Provincial Iron Chandelier, Circa 1880

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Provincial iron chandelier, Circa 1880.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

1930s French six branch wrought iron chandelier
1930s French six branch wrought iron chandelier

1930s French six branch wrought iron chandelier

Located in London, GB

A nice six branch wrought iron French chandelier from the 1930s. It has decorative open ovoid trellis detailing to the main body and a rectangular link supporting chain. Wired for ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Tall French Four Light Black Iron C-Scrolled and S-Scrolled Chandelier
Tall French Four Light Black Iron C-Scrolled and S-Scrolled Chandelier

Tall French Four Light Black Iron C-Scrolled and S-Scrolled Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French four-light iron chandelier. This French mid-20th century black iron chandelier features a linear column in its centre with s-scrolls at the and bottom, and four reverse scro...

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Iron Chandelier
Iron Chandelier

Iron Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Very Fine Hand-Hammered Louis XIV style Iron Chandelier. Exquisite Detail. 10 lights. France, circa 1910. Dimensions: Height 37" Width 41" Depth 31" CW5276.

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Vintage 1910s French Louis XIV Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Very Fine French Provincial Iron Chandelier. France, circa 1900
Very Fine French Provincial Iron Chandelier. France, circa 1900

Very Fine French Provincial Iron Chandelier. France, circa 1900

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very fine French Provincial Iron chandelier. France, circa 1900. 6 Lights. Dimensions: Height 37 1/2", diameter 22" CW3957.

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Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Iron Chandelier
Iron Chandelier

Iron Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Very Fine Iron Chandelier, the pierced circle issuing four lights on top and four arms with lights suspended by four chains. Elaborately decorated crown. France, circa 1890. CW5375

Category

Antique 1890s French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Antique French Wrought Iron Chateau Chandelier
Antique French Wrought Iron Chateau Chandelier

Antique French Wrought Iron Chateau Chandelier

Located in New Orleans, LA

9 lights.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Iron Chandelier
Iron Chandelier

Iron Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Very Fine Iron Chandelier. The Hexagonal hand hammered frame issuing six "S" shaped arms with lights suspended by six chains. The top crown having a pierced circle. France, circa 1...

Category

Antique 1890s French Louis XIV Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Antique Chandelier. Iron Chandelier
Antique Chandelier. Iron Chandelier

Antique Chandelier. Iron Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

Six light French Provincial style iron chandelier. CW4328

Category

Vintage 1910s French Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Elegant French 1940's wrought iron chandelier
Elegant French 1940's wrought iron chandelier

Elegant French 1940's wrought iron chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An elegant all hands forged wrought iron chandelier, the patina is much nicer in person

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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Cast Iron French and Amber Glass Chandelier
Cast Iron French and Amber Glass Chandelier

Cast Iron French and Amber Glass Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Cast iron French chandelier newly rewired with six standard sockets, each of which can take a 75 watt bulb. New glass, glass can be sandblasted. Two available.

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Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Circular Ring Shaped Six-Light Black Iron Chandelier with Scroll Motifs
French Circular Ring Shaped Six-Light Black Iron Chandelier with Scroll Motifs

French Circular Ring Shaped Six-Light Black Iron Chandelier with Scroll Motifs

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French circular iron six-light chandelier. This elegant French chandelier from the mid-20th century features a central ring base with stylized scrolled motifs. There are six scroll...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

antique  French Wrought Iron Chandelier by Degue

antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier by Degue

By Verrerie D'Art Degué

Located in Los Angeles, CA

remember we have over three thousand antique sconces and over one thousand antique lights, we can not put everything on 1stdibs, if you need a specific pair of sconces or lights, ask...

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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

antique French Art Deco wrought iron chandelier
antique French Art Deco wrought iron chandelier

antique French Art Deco wrought iron chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

remember we have over three thousand antique sconces and over one thousand antique lights, we can not put everything on 1stdibs, if you need a specific pair of sconces or lights, ask...

Category

Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

20th Century French Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Chandelier
20th Century French Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Chandelier

20th Century French Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Chandelier

Located in High Point, NC

This 20th Century French Gothic Revival wrought iron chandelier showcases the dramatic, architectural presence characteristic of the style. Crafted with a strong, rectangular iron fr...

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Large Cast Iron French Chandelier
Large Cast Iron French Chandelier

Large Cast Iron French Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A heavy cast iron chandelier with foliage motif on body and arms. Floral and foliage motif on body and arms, the arms, with original canopy and patina. Measure: 48" min. drop, 51"...

Category

Vintage 1910s Chandeliers and Pendants

French Mid-Century Wrought Iron Chandelier, 1950s
French Mid-Century Wrought Iron Chandelier, 1950s

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 cm. Height fixture 35" - 89 cm.

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

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper, Wrought Iron

Antique French Wrought Iron Four Arm Chandelier
Antique French Wrought Iron Four Arm Chandelier

Antique French Wrought Iron Four Arm Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

Antique French style chandelier made of wrought iron with four arms. The chain and canopy are made of steel. Each sconce requires four E-12 candelabra light bulbs. This light is clea...

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Early 20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel, Wrought Iron

Maison Jansen Style French Wrought Iron Chandelier
Maison Jansen Style French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Maison Jansen Style French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

Maison Jansen style French wrought iron chandelier brings the style to the fore with inspiration drawn from the Renaissance in France, with exuberant scrollwork, fleurs de lys, gold ...

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wonderful French Wrought Iron Floral Art Deco Chandelier
Wonderful French Wrought Iron Floral Art Deco Chandelier

Wonderful French Wrought Iron Floral Art Deco Chandelier

By Gilbert Poillerat, Jean-Charles Moreux

Located in Chicago, IL

Wonderful French Wrought Iron Floral Art Deco Chandelier Piece should be purchased with th intention to rewire.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Wrought Iron Midcentury Candelabra, Centerpiece, Chandelier
French Wrought Iron Midcentury Candelabra, Centerpiece, Chandelier

French Wrought Iron Midcentury Candelabra, Centerpiece, Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

French midcentury candelabra in hand wrought iron in the form of twisting volutes. Five arms. Can be used with candles or electrified, can be used as a table lamp, center piece or hu...

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier, Circa 1900-1910.
Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier, Circa 1900-1910.

Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier, Circa 1900-1910.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier, Circa 1900-1910.

Category

Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

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French Wrought Iron Chandelier
French Wrought Iron Chandelier

French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Unavailable

H 21 in Dm 21.5 in

French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Located in Boston, MA

A circular French wrought iron chandelier, beautiful patina.

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Antique Early 1900s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

French Iron Rustic Chandelier
French Iron Rustic Chandelier

French Iron Rustic Chandelier

Unavailable

H 31 in W 19 in D 26.5 in

French Iron Rustic Chandelier

Located in Livingston, NJ

This impressive French iron rustic chandelier is made of heavy wrought iron. It features 8 arms attached to an open scroll platform leading up to an original fluted canopy. The bobéc...

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Early 20th Century French Rustic Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

French iron chandelier
French iron chandelier

French iron chandelier

Unavailable

H 28 in Dm 54 in

French iron chandelier

Located in Houston, TX

large hammered iron round 6 light chandelier

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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

French Wrought Iron Six-Light Chandelier
French Wrought Iron Six-Light Chandelier

French Wrought Iron Six-Light Chandelier

Unavailable

H 38 in W 25 in D 25 in

French Wrought Iron Six-Light Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

French wrought iron six-light chandelier having decorated work throughout this finely made handwork fixture. Newly rewired to USA specifications.

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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

iron chandelier
iron chandelier

iron chandelier

Unavailable

H 52 in Dm 40 in

iron chandelier

Located in Houston, TX

ornate cast wrought iron 10 arm chandelier

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

ON SALE Chandelier Early 1900s French iron chandelier, rewired.
ON SALE Chandelier Early 1900s French iron chandelier, rewired.

ON SALE Chandelier Early 1900s French iron chandelier, rewired.

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early 1900s French iron chandelier, rewired. Laura Lee Shades 32''d x 26''h

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Iron Chandelier
Iron Chandelier

Iron Chandelier

Unavailable

H 34 in W 30 in D 18 in

Iron Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

Iron six arm shield chandleir

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Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Wrought Iron and Stained-Glass Chandelier
French Wrought Iron and Stained-Glass Chandelier

French Wrought Iron and Stained-Glass Chandelier

Unavailable

H 24 in W 14 in D 14 in

French Wrought Iron and Stained-Glass Chandelier

Located in Livingston, NJ

Very old-world iron chandelier features stained-glass that will send vibrant colors of blue, red, and green into your home. Imported from France, this piece is handcrafted from iron ...

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Black & Gilt Iron Foliate Motif Chandelier, France, circa 1950-60
Black & Gilt Iron Foliate Motif Chandelier, France, circa 1950-60

Black & Gilt Iron Foliate Motif Chandelier, France, circa 1950-60

Located in New York, NY

Sixteen-arm black and gilt iron metal chandelier in foliate motif.

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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Antique French Provincial Iron Round 6-Light Chandelier
Antique French Provincial Iron Round 6-Light Chandelier

Antique French Provincial Iron Round 6-Light Chandelier

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French provincial iron round six-light chandelier.

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Antique 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Large set of French Gothic Wrought Iron Chandeliers
Large set of French Gothic Wrought Iron Chandeliers

Large set of French Gothic Wrought Iron Chandeliers

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

These chandeliers were made in France in the beginning of 20th century, circa 1920. This hand-wrought iron chandelier was made in the French Gothic taste - with 4 globes lights and 4...

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Vintage 1910s French Gothic Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

19th C French Iron and Tole Birdcage Chandelier
19th C French Iron and Tole Birdcage Chandelier

19th C French Iron and Tole Birdcage Chandelier

Located in Charleston, SC

19th century hand-wrought birdcage chandelier with seven arms, foliate styling and crystal prisms. This piece was recently French wired for electricity.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron, Tin, Wrought Iron

French Circular Hand-Wrought Iron Chandelier. 19th Century
French Circular Hand-Wrought Iron Chandelier. 19th Century

French Circular Hand-Wrought Iron Chandelier. 19th Century

Located in Charleston, SC

This French Four Light Circular Hand-Wrought Iron Chandelier was original candle and made in the 19th Century. The Circular Hand-Wrought Iron Ring has four Wrought Iron Bobeches an...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Gothic Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century 9-Light French Iron Chandelier
Early 20th Century 9-Light French Iron Chandelier

Early 20th Century 9-Light French Iron Chandelier

Located in Lectoure, Occitanie

This antique, rustic iron chandelier was created in France, circa 1900. Louis XV style chandelier with 9 arms decorated with metal acanthus leaves and shells around the circle, roses...

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20th Century French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Old French Iron Chandelier with Eight Arms, circa 1940
Old French Iron Chandelier with Eight Arms, circa 1940

Old French Iron Chandelier with Eight Arms, circa 1940

Located in Atlanta, GA

Old French iron chandelier with eight arms, circa 1940 This wonderful old French chandelier is made of hearty iron. It has eight arms so will supply a good amount of light. This cha...

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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Early 1900s Handmade Wrought Iron Floral Basket Chandelier
French Early 1900s Handmade Wrought Iron Floral Basket Chandelier

French Early 1900s Handmade Wrought Iron Floral Basket Chandelier

Located in Stockport, GB

French early 1900s handmade wrought iron floral basket chandelier with original frosted floral glass shades. The iron work is decorative and ornate. It has been sympathetically resto...

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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Ornate Wrought Iron Chandelier
Ornate Wrought Iron Chandelier

Ornate Wrought Iron Chandelier

Unavailable

H 36 in Dm 24 in

Ornate Wrought Iron Chandelier

Located in Mt. Kisco, NY

Six armed hand-forged iron chandelier.

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Lacquered Forged Iron Chandelier
Lacquered Forged Iron Chandelier

Lacquered Forged Iron Chandelier

Unavailable

H 34 in Dm 36 in

Lacquered Forged Iron Chandelier

Located in Glen Ellen, CA

19th century iron eight-arm chandelier. It has been rewired.

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Antique 19th Century French Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

French Renaissance Style Wrought Iron and Gilt Six-Light Chandelier
French Renaissance Style Wrought Iron and Gilt Six-Light Chandelier

French Renaissance Style Wrought Iron and Gilt Six-Light Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A fine 19th century French Renaissance style wrought iron and gilt six light with beautiful hand-wrought and hand-forged work throughout. Having original patina, completely cleaned a...

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Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Vintage French Eight-Light Wooden Beam, Iron Chandelier, circa 1940
Vintage French Eight-Light Wooden Beam, Iron Chandelier, circa 1940

Vintage French Eight-Light Wooden Beam, Iron Chandelier, circa 1940

Located in Houston, TX

Receive our new selections direct from 1stdibs by email each week. Please click Follow Dealer below and see them first! A vintage French eight-light wooden beam chandelier circa 1...

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Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Vintage French Painted Wood and Iron Ox Yoke Chandelier circa 1940
Vintage French Painted Wood and Iron Ox Yoke Chandelier circa 1940

Vintage French Painted Wood and Iron Ox Yoke Chandelier circa 1940

Located in Houston, TX

A vintage French painted wood and iron chandelier circa 1940 with an interesting arrangement of iron strap work supporting the candle arms. This fixture is reminiscent of the antique...

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Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Early 20th Century French Rectangular Hand-Forged Iron Eight-Light Chandelier
Early 20th Century French Rectangular Hand-Forged Iron Eight-Light Chandelier

Early 20th Century French Rectangular Hand-Forged Iron Eight-Light Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

Early 20th century French rectangular hand forged iron eight-light chandelier Brand new wiring.

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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Wrought Iron Eight-Light Chandelier
Wrought Iron Eight-Light Chandelier

Wrought Iron Eight-Light Chandelier

Unavailable

H 44 in Dm 40 in

Wrought Iron Eight-Light Chandelier

Located in Miami, FL

Wrought iron eight-light chandelier.

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Iron Chandelier with a Open Scroll Platform and 8 arms
French Iron Chandelier with a Open Scroll Platform and 8 arms

French Iron Chandelier with a Open Scroll Platform and 8 arms

Located in Livingston, NJ

Large and impressive French iron rustic chandelier. This chandelier is made of heavy wrought iron featuring 8 arms attached to an open scroll platform. The bobèches, the canopy, and ...

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Early 20th Century French Renaissance Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Ten-Arm Iron and Bronze Chandelier
Ten-Arm Iron and Bronze Chandelier

Ten-Arm Iron and Bronze Chandelier

Unavailable

H 60 in Dm 26 in

Ten-Arm Iron and Bronze Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

Two-tier, ten-arm iron and bronze chandelier on long stem with paper light shades and faceted glass column detail.

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Iron

Schneider White and Orange Glass Wrought-Iron Mounted French Chandelier
Schneider White and Orange Glass Wrought-Iron Mounted French Chandelier

Schneider White and Orange Glass Wrought-Iron Mounted French Chandelier

By Charles Schneider

Located in Fiumicino, Rome

Five lights chandelier with a very large central cup in orange-white powdered glass. The wrought, iron setting is decorated white grapevine leaves, fruits, and spirals. Four arms w...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Black Iron Gilt Brass Chandelier Sevres Crystal Glass Fontana Arte Jansen 1950s
Black Iron Gilt Brass Chandelier Sevres Crystal Glass Fontana Arte Jansen 1950s

Black Iron Gilt Brass Chandelier Sevres Crystal Glass Fontana Arte Jansen 1950s

By Gilbert Poillerat, Maison Jansen, Cristalleries De Sevres

Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE

Gorgeous neoclassical black enameled wrought iron and metal midcentury chandelier, France, circa 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wrought Iron

1900 Iron Chandelier Adorned with Elephant Heads
1900 Iron Chandelier Adorned with Elephant Heads

1900 Iron Chandelier Adorned with Elephant Heads

Unavailable

H 29.14 in Dm 23.63 in

1900 Iron Chandelier Adorned with Elephant Heads

Located in Paris, FR

Iron and glass ceiling lamp adorned with elephant heads France, circa 1900 Ceiling lamp with elephant heads made at the dawn of the 20th century in a fashion marked by the influ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Italian Gilt Iron Chandelier with Green Pendalogues, 1930
Italian Gilt Iron Chandelier with Green Pendalogues, 1930

Italian Gilt Iron Chandelier with Green Pendalogues, 1930

Located in Oldebroek, NL

Italian gilt iron three-light chandelier with clear and green pendalogues. Richly hung with strands of beads. Looks very delicate. This is just one of our large collection chandel...

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Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

1900 Wrought Iron Patinated Chandelier 8-Light Points
1900 Wrought Iron Patinated Chandelier 8-Light Points

1900 Wrought Iron Patinated Chandelier 8-Light Points

Located in Liverpool, GB

A forged chandelier in the shape of a basket with roses Made of steel, in the form of a basket with roses, at the bottom with two horizontal steel strips that fasten the basket, wit...

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Unique Iron Chandelier with 14 Lights, Early 1900
Large Unique Iron Chandelier with 14 Lights, Early 1900

Large Unique Iron Chandelier with 14 Lights, Early 1900

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H 37.8 in W 56.3 in D 14.18 in

Large Unique Iron Chandelier with 14 Lights, Early 1900

Located in Oldebroek, NL

Large massive Iron chandelier in the past made by a very professional blacksmith. Nice design with big nots of iron. Fits perfect above a long table. This is one of our beautiful co...

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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Muller Freres 1920's Hand Blown Glass and Iron Chandelier
Muller Freres 1920's Hand Blown Glass and Iron Chandelier

Muller Freres 1920's Hand Blown Glass and Iron Chandelier

By Muller Frères

Located in Fairfax, VA

Muller freres blown glass shades with hand crafted iron frame 1920's chandelier. Professionally rewired and ready for installation. Measurements: 21" widest point width 24" minimum h...

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Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Eight-Light Cast Iron Horizontal Tree-Of Life Shape Chandelier
Eight-Light Cast Iron Horizontal Tree-Of Life Shape Chandelier

Eight-Light Cast Iron Horizontal Tree-Of Life Shape Chandelier

Located in Houston, TX

Eight-light cast iron chandelier has an overall curlique pattern centered by a tulip in the middle and ends with a finial, on the bottom. The shape is perfect for over an island w...

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20th Century French Country Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Moroccan Iron Lantern
19th Century French Moroccan Iron Lantern

19th Century French Moroccan Iron Lantern

Unavailable

H 27.5 in Dm 18 in

19th Century French Moroccan Iron Lantern

Located in Charleston, SC

This French Moroccan lantern in the Moorish style was originally kerosene and has since been rewired and electrified. Intricate iron scroll work with Middle-Eastern Asian influence. ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Moroccan Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Vintage Spanish Two-Tier Iron Rose Quartz Crystal Chandelier, circa 1940
Vintage Spanish Two-Tier Iron Rose Quartz Crystal Chandelier, circa 1940

Vintage Spanish Two-Tier Iron Rose Quartz Crystal Chandelier, circa 1940

Located in Houston, TX

This vintage Spanish iron and crystal chandelier, circa 1940 features an array of rare rose pink quartz crystals suspended from both the upper and lower tier. The iron chandelier has...

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Vintage 1940s Spanish French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Iron

Antique Bleached Antler Chandelier Found in France
Antique Bleached Antler Chandelier Found in France

Antique Bleached Antler Chandelier Found in France

Unavailable

H 30 in W 38 in D 38 in

Antique Bleached Antler Chandelier Found in France

Located in Houston, TX

This antique antler chandelier is crafted with stag antlers fastened with iron in a three-arm configuration. The top has a simple iron hook for hanging from chain (no chain included)...

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Early 20th Century French Black Forest Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Rectangular Ten-Light Chandelier, France, Late 1930s
Rectangular Ten-Light Chandelier, France, Late 1930s

Rectangular Ten-Light Chandelier, France, Late 1930s

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H 26 in W 50.5 in D 24 in

Rectangular Ten-Light Chandelier, France, Late 1930s

Located in New York, NY

Patinated iron, rectangular structure with ten up-curving arms (five on each side) supporting cylindrical shades of white glass with gilded bronze, spherical finials. The iron body i...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze, Iron

1950s French Pendant Lamp with Six Perforated Iron Shades
1950s French Pendant Lamp with Six Perforated Iron Shades

1950s French Pendant Lamp with Six Perforated Iron Shades

Located in Bilbao, ES

Beautiful 1950s pendant lamp with six brass arms ending in six black painted perforated iron shades and another six brass arms ending in massive little brass balls. The central stem ...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Iron

Nique Muller Frères French Art Deco Chandelier with Penguins
Nique Muller Frères French Art Deco Chandelier with Penguins

Nique Muller Frères French Art Deco Chandelier with Penguins

Located in Oakland, CA

Wonderful modernist style Art Deco chandelier with all signed glass by Muller Frères. Unique iron work, circa 1930s, by Vasseur et Cie with a very unusual Penguin motif (one I've nev...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

iron fixture
iron fixture

iron fixture

Unavailable

H 28 in Dm 22 in

iron fixture

Located in Houston, TX

4 light wrought iron fixture with rope stem design

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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Unique 20th Century French Gothic Iron Pendant with Bent Glass Panels
Unique 20th Century French Gothic Iron Pendant with Bent Glass Panels

Unique 20th Century French Gothic Iron Pendant with Bent Glass Panels

Located in Minneapolis, MN

This large iron Gothic pendant is a complex combination of materials and shapes! The white opaque bent glass panels highlight the stunning silhouettes of the multiple ornaments, incl...

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Vintage 1920s French Gothic Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Chandelier "Panthéon"

Chandelier "Panthéon"

Unavailable

H 26.78 in Dm 27.56 in

Chandelier "Panthéon"

Located in Paris, FR

The chandelier was designed by Odile Casset de la Chesneraie for Maison Lapparra. It is made with iron rusty wire with pieces of crystal. It is black and white. Measures: Height 68...

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2010s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Iron

French Art Nouveau Muller Freres Art Glass Pendant Chandelier Hanging Lamp
French Art Nouveau Muller Freres Art Glass Pendant Chandelier Hanging Lamp

French Art Nouveau Muller Freres Art Glass Pendant Chandelier Hanging Lamp

By Muller Frères

Located in Portland, OR

French Art Nouveau chandelier by Muller Freres. Six lights total, three inside the large centre glass, three individual yellow, orange, and blue globes. Maximal measurements as cu...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

An eight light chandelier
An eight light chandelier

An eight light chandelier

Unavailable

H 36 in Dm 42 in

An eight light chandelier

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional eight light gilt and black iron chandelier, French, circa 1930.

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Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Fire-Gilded Empire Ceiling Lamp, France, 19th Century
Fire-Gilded Empire Ceiling Lamp, France, 19th Century

Fire-Gilded Empire Ceiling Lamp, France, 19th Century

Located in Berlin, DE

French ceiling chandelier, formerly for use with candles, later electrified, body made of copper and cast iron, partly fire-gilded, 10 burning points with E14 sockets.

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Antique Early 1800s French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper, Iron

Pyramid Pendant Lamp
Pyramid Pendant Lamp

Pyramid Pendant Lamp

Unavailable

H 15 in W 15 in D 15 in

Pyramid Pendant Lamp

By Beau Studio

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pyramid pendant lamps made from reclaimed steel.

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Very Large Round Iron Neo-Gothic Chandelier
Very Large Round Iron Neo-Gothic Chandelier

Very Large Round Iron Neo-Gothic Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A large round black and partial gilt neo-Gothic chandelier, two tiers, (not wired) Measures: Diameter 62" height 24".

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20th Century French Floor Lamps

Black French Iron Lantern Form Chandelier
Black French Iron Lantern Form Chandelier

Black French Iron Lantern Form Chandelier

Located in Chicago, IL

A chandelier in the form of a lantern, France c 1940. New frosted glass, single light source. Indoor or outdoor fixture.

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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Iron Chandelier
French Iron Chandelier

French Iron Chandelier

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H 48 in Dm 37 in

French Iron Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

This 1950s mid-century chandelier, crafted in France from high-quality iron, adds elegance and charm to any space. The wired installation makes it ready for use, providing bright lig...

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Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Round Black Iron Four Branch Chandelier
French Round Black Iron Four Branch Chandelier

French Round Black Iron Four Branch Chandelier

Located in Troy, MI

Unusual French hanging light fixture made of black iron with a round, open work body with four electrified candle arms. Fixture has been rewired for US electrical standards.

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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Vintage Black Iron Eight-Light Chandelier
French Vintage Black Iron Eight-Light Chandelier

French Vintage Black Iron Eight-Light Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Gothic style eight-light iron chandelier with circular ring from the mid-20th century. This French iron chandelier has been rewired for the US and comes with a complimentary...

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Heavy French Iron Chandelier
Heavy French Iron Chandelier

Heavy French Iron Chandelier

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H 44 in W 56 in D 37 in

Heavy French Iron Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

Impressive heavy French wrought iron 12-light chandelier.

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1990s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Iron Basket Chandelier
French Iron Basket Chandelier

French Iron Basket Chandelier

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H 36 in Dm 37 in

French Iron Basket Chandelier

Located in Locust Valley, NY

French wrought iron basket chandelier 18-light, some paint loss.

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Wrought Iron Chandelier
French Wrought Iron Chandelier

French Wrought Iron Chandelier

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H 32 in Dm 38 in

French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A French wrought iron chandelier with four lights, circa 1930s. Measurements: 38" diameter adjustable drop.

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Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

1940s French Iron Chandelier
1940s French Iron Chandelier

1940s French Iron Chandelier

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H 40 in Dm 31 in

1940s French Iron Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful heavy iron chandelier with six lights.

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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Iron Chandelier, France, 1930s
Iron Chandelier, France, 1930s

Iron Chandelier, France, 1930s

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H 44 in Dm 38 in

Iron Chandelier, France, 1930s

Located in Austin, TX

Iron chandelier with scroll detail and original painted metal "candles." Newly rewired and ready for use. France, 1930s. Height includes full chandelier plus canopy. Approximately...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Wrought Iron Chandelier
French Wrought Iron Chandelier

French Wrought Iron Chandelier

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H 33 in W 45 in D 28 in

French Wrought Iron Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

This oversized, 20th century, French, wrought iron chandelier features acanthus leaf decor and a rosette in the centre. Origin: France Measurements: 45" W x 28" D x 33" H.

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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

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By Diego Mardegan

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

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Located in Bastogne, BE

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Black Iron French Chandelier For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal black iron French chandelier for your home. Each black iron French chandelier for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and wrought iron. There are 556 variations of the antique or vintage black iron French chandelier you’re looking for, while we also have 6 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer black iron French chandelier, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each black iron French chandelier bearing Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Louis XV hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one black iron French chandelier that is appealing in its simplicity, but Charles Schneider, Degué and Far-Fetched, LLC. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Black Iron French Chandelier?

Prices for a black iron French chandelier start at $1 and top out at $124,000 with the average selling for $3,100.

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.