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Capiz Shell Chandelier
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Capiz shell chandelier consisting of 3 vintage capiz shells which we incorporated into a chandelier.
Brass
Capiz Shell Chandelier Pendant Butterfly Design
Located in Fulton, CA
Capiz shell chandelier / pendant light with blue stylized butterflies.
Shell
Elegant Handcrafted Capiz Shell Lotus Pendant, Palm Beach Style
Located in Hannover, DE
When illuminated, the natural translucency of the Capiz shells produces an exceptionally warm and sophisticated light.
Metal, Brass
Verner Panton Fun 1 DM Capiz Shell Sconce Wall Light
By Verner Panton
Located in Vienna, AT
Original 1964 thin capiz shell chandelier designed by Verner Panton for Luber, Switzerland.
Steel
Oversized Capiz Shell Pendant Light, Brass Center Ring, Vintage 1960s
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1918 Oversized capiz shell pendant with individual shell stitched together.
Shell
Large Mid-Century Three-Arm Tiered Capiz Shell Teardrop Chandelier
Located in St. Louis, MO
Unique three-arm chandelier with translucent Capiz shells, having lead frames forming teardrop shaped globes.
Shell
Capiz Shell Lotus Ball Chandelier Pendant Light Germany, 1960s
By Rausch, Verner Panton
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Capiz shell lotus ball chandelier pendant light Germany, 1960s It requires 1 x E27 standard bulbs with 100W max each.
Shell
Vintage Hand-Crafted Square Capiz Shell Lantern with Antique Finish Brass Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Hand-Crafted Square Natural Capiz Shell Shade Lantern / Chandelier, Four Standard Edison Sockets with White Natural Bees Wax Candle Covers, Recommends Light Bulbs, 25Watts E...
Brass, Wire
$800Sale Price|23% Off
White golden Capiz shell lamp ornamentic design 1970
Located in Hannover, DE
The Capiz shell shimmers beautifully in its slightly golden sheen, painstakingly handcrafted into a flower that emits a lovely warm light into the room.
Brass
Capiz Shell Hanging Dome with Brass Butterfly's c. 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Unusual capiz shell hanging chandelier, with decorative brass butterflies ( 4 ) applied on the geometric structure dome.
Shell
French Capiz Shell Globe Pendant Light, Brass Tone, 30 cm, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A refined French pendant light from the 1970s, crafted from delicately arranged capiz shell panels set within a brass-toned metal framework.
Brass
1 of 2 Capiz Shell Lotus Ball Chandelier Pendant Light Germany, 1960s
By Verner Panton, Rausch
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Capiz shell lotus ball chandelier pendant light Germany, 1960s It requires 1 x E27 standard bulbs with 100W max each.
Chrome
1 of 5 Capiz Shell Lotus Ball Chandelier Pendant Light Germany, 1960s
By Verner Panton, Rausch
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Capiz shell Lotus ball chandelier pendant light Germany, 1960s It requires 1 x E27 standard bulbs with 100W max each.
Chrome
1 of 6 Capiz Shell Lotus Ball Chandelier Pendant Light Germany, 1960s
By Verner Panton, Rausch
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Capiz shell lotus ball pendant light with dark green color pieces, Germany, 1960s It requires 1 x E27 standard bulbs with 100W max each.
Shell
Rare Vintage Capiz Shell Mosaic Curry & Company Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
All original with no damage to shells or frame. Original matching canopy with 6" chain.
Metal
Solar Chandelier, Contemporary Capiz Shell Solar-Powered Lighting, Customizable
By Nina Edwards Anker
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hanging from strands of transparent wire, solar chandelier is made from photovoltaic modules that power LED bulbs to illuminate translucent materials of different kinds. The material...
Shell
Verner Panton Fun 1DM shell Chandelier, 1960s
By Verner Panton
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Verner Panton's Fun 1DM Chandelier is a distinctive lighting fixture characterized by its use of capiz shells. Designed in the 1960s, this chandelier features a cascade of circular ...
Steel
Verner Panton Inspired Mid-Century Italian Multi-Tiered Capiz Chandelier
By Verner Panton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful multi-tiered capiz shell chandelier with wood and metal canopy.
Metal
Monumental Shell Veneer Quatrefoil Drum Chandelier by Ironies
Located in Rio Vista, CA
The round drum form is very heavy and solid with squares of veneered dark Capiz shell applied to the exterior, interior, top, and bottom by skilled artisans.
Iron
Panton Chandelier in Brass and Mother-of-Pearl, 1960s
Located in IT
It is made up of hundreds of small mother-of-pearl or capiz shell discs, suspended from metal chains. When lit, the lamp emits a warm and sparkling light; moreover, when moving, the ...
Brass
1x Capiz Lotus shell pendant lamp by Rausch 1960s Germany
By Rausch
Located in Krefeld, DE
One of two Capiz Lotus pendant lamps designed and produced by Rausch Germany in the 1960s.
Metal
French Capiz Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's French capiz semi flush mounted light fixture with 2 lights. Measurements: Minimum drop: 4" Length/width: 9" square Drop: 7".
Brass
Italian Verner Panton Inspired Mid-Century Multi-Tiered Capiz Chandelier
By Verner Panton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A cascade of delicate, multi-layered 2.5" capiz discs make this Italian, Verner Panton inspired chandelier with metal canopy as impressive as it is eye-catching. This piece is in ori...
Metal
20th Century Danish Capiz Shell Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
20th century Danish chandelier by Vernor Panton made with capiz shells hanging from translucent wires suspended from a walnut medallion, circa 1960s.
Wire
Vintage Capiz Shell Oval Pendant by Feldman Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W9 H25 Chain Length 100 inches 1960’s Capiz Shell and brass pendant by Feldman company.
Shell
Large Capiz Shell Cylinder Pendant Light
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This dramatic large-scale capiz shell pendant is stunning! Featuring a long, cylindrical form that would suit a tall entrance, stair well, as a Minimalist fixture over a dining table...
Brass
Capiz Shell Chandelier
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Capiz Shell Chandelier priced seperatly
Shell
Capiz Shell Chandelier
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Capiz Shell Chandelier. Slight damage
Shell
Capiz Shell Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Capiz Shell Chandelier in an orb shape. 3 lights
Brass
Capiz Shell Lantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-1948 older capiz shell lantern with leaded joints(other sizes and shapes available)
Shell
Capiz Shell Chandelier
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A beautifully hand-crafted circular ceiling pendant made of warmly iridescent capiz shells set into a hexagonal bronze framework.
Bronze
Capiz Shell Disc Chandelier
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Capiz Shell Disc Chandelier
Shell
Pagoda Capiz Shell Pendant
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-1949 pagoda shaped capiz shell pendant
Shell
Fantastic capiz shell chandelier
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-1434 Intricate array of capiz shells in flower petal details with center light
Shell
Large Capiz Shell Sputnik Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Large Capiz Shell Sputnik Fixture
Brass
Small Capiz Shell Sputnik Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Small Capiz Shell Sputnik Fixture
Brass
Capiz Shell Ceiling Pendants
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A beautiful pair of handcrafted oblong ceiling pendants made of warmly iridescent capiz shells set into geometric bronze framework.
Capiz Shell Pendant Lamp 1970s
Located in Geneva, CH
Flower capiz shell pendant lamp, circa 1970s. Very good condition.
Brass
Large Capiz Shell Ceiling Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
Very large capiz shell ceiling light in very good original condition.
Shell
Capiz Shell Pendant Lamp, 1970s
Located in Geneva, CH
Capiz shell pendant lamp 1970s, brass fixture Very good condition, no broken leaf.
Brass
Large Bell Capiz Shell Pendant
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-2910 A large bell shaped capiz shell pendant. Three internal lights each light 60 watt edison based bulb
Brass
Capiz Shell Pendant, France, circa 1960
Located in Culver City, CA
Capiz shell pendant, France, circa 1960 Black capiz shells with tin armature, forming a series of flowers.
Tin
Pale blue capiz shell pendant
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-1877 Capiz shell pendant 4 internal lites takes 4 candelabra base 60 watt bulbs
Large Scalloped Capiz Shell Pendant
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-2603a A large scalloped -edge capiz shell pendant.Three internal lights. keyword search sconces pendant ceiling lights seating lamp lighting lantern chandelier decorative art
Brass
Large Capiz Shell Lamp
By Willy Daro
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful flower form chandelier by Belgian designer Willy Daro with capiz shell flowers. The light represents the attempt of the designer Willy Daro to bring art and sculpture into ...
PAIR of Capiz Shell Pendant Lights
Located in New York, NY
Pair of gorgeous capiz shell pendant lights, adjustable cords for accent and illumination.
Shell
Elliptical form capiz shell pendant fixture
Located in New York, NY
Elliptical form capiz shell pendant fixture. View our complete collection at www.johnsalibello.com
Shell
Capiz Shell Chandeliers by Verner Panton
By Verner Panton
Located in Vienna, AT
Capiz shell chandeliers from about 1960s designed by Verner Panton.
Brass
Pair of Capiz Shell Hanging Lights
Located in North Miami, FL
Cone shaped hanging lights in Capiz shell. Chain allows for lower or higher hanging length.
Oblong ovoid capiz shell pendent ceiling fixture
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Oblong Ovoid Capiz Shell pendent ceiling fixture Sold Seperatly
Shell
Arts and Crafts Capiz Shell "Witches Cap" chandelier
Located in Ferndale, MI
Arts and Crafts Capiz Shell "Witches Cap" chandelier - leaded Capiz Shell panel construction with original chain and socket
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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