Elegant Swedish modern ceiling lamp, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A Swedish modern ceiling lamp from the 1940s, designed by an unknown maker. Made from painted iron and fabric, the lamp features a decorative scrollwork detail and a softly pleated ...
Iron
Large Iron Fixture with Glass Insets
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1970's Swedish light fixture with glass elements and pendants. Measurements: Drop: 39.5" Diameter: 51.5"
Iron
Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Pendant
Located in Allerum, SE
Early 19th century Swedish Empire gilded bronze and iron pendant with six candle arms. ca 1810 - 1820, Stockholm, Sweden.
Bronze, Iron
"Swedish Grace" Wrought Iron Chandelier Sweden, 1930s
Located in London, GB
Description: Suspended by a floriated central stem, this six-armed candelabrum was made in Sweden between the mid-late 1920s and the 1930s. The simple radial design of this chandelie...
Wrought Iron
Erik Hoglund 15 Candle Chandelier
By Erik Höglund
Located in Dallas, TX
Expertly designed and manufactured in Sweden, this striking piece features wrought iron and glass construction that reflects mid-century modern sophistication.
Wrought Iron
Swedish Mid Century Stamped Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's Swedish stamped glass and iron pendant light fixture with interior lights and mica inset bottom. Measurements: Drop 21" Diameter 26".
Iron
Light Fixture, Wrought Iron, Orange Glass, 1970s
By Ehrlich
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Brutalist style handmade iron and glass light fixture, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970. This modernist lamp is made of wrought iron and two handblown orange / amber tone g...
Wrought Iron
Swedish Vintage Large Factory Industrial Lamp
Located in Vienna, AT
Cast iron, heavy glass with steel mesh, one E27 socket from the 1970s. Up to 3 pieces available.
Steel, Iron
$7,500 / item
Chandelier by Erik Hoglund for Boda
By Erik Höglund, Boda
Located in Long Island City, NY
A gilt wrought iron and glass chandelier by Erik Hoglund for Boda. 12 arms. Circa late 20th century. Electrification available upon request. H 40″ D 21″.
Wrought Iron
Erik Höglund and Kosta Boda Chandelier, 1960
By Erik Höglund
Located in Brussels, BE
Erik Höglund ans Kosta Boda (Sweden, 1932-1998) a chandelier for 12 candles, Sweden, 1960-70s.
Wrought Iron
Important Swedish Grace Hall Lantern, Model 1570, Bjerkås Armatur.
By Tor Wolfenstein
Located in Hammarö, SE
Important Swedish Grace Hall Lantern, Model 1570, Bjerkås Armatur – Attributed to Tor Wolfenstein (Documented Example) A documented hall lantern, model 1570, produced by Bjerkås Arm...
Wrought Iron
Ceiling lamp "6401" by Harald Notini for Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1920s
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Harald Notini
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Elegant ceiling lamp designed by Harald Notini and produced by Arvid Böhlmarks Lampvarufabrik during the 1920s. The model features a tapered lantern form with panels of leaded glass ...
Iron
Swedish designer ceiling lamp '1252' by Bjerkås Armatur, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great ceiling lamp made by unknown designer. Produced by Bjerkås Armatur, Sweden, during the 1940s. Model '1252'.
Iron
1960s Erik Hoglund Six Arm Orange Glass Chandelier
By Erik Höglund
Located in New York, NY
A glass and iron chandelier by Swedish Designer Erik Hoglund (1932-1998) having a bulbous orange blown glass center with 6 curved arms decorated with circular glass chips with imprin...
Wrought Iron
Pair of Light Fixtures by Tom Ahlström & Hans Ehrlich, Sweden
Located in Rijssen, NL
A set of Brutalist pedant light fixtures by Tom Ahlström &; Hans Ehrlich, Sweden, 1960s, A absolute strong and sculptural design! The handwrought iron surround has a good patination...
Wrought Iron
1950s Erik Hoglund Six Arm Blue Glass Chandelier
By Erik Höglund
Located in New York, NY
A glass and iron chandelier by Swedish Designer Erik Hoglund (1932-1998) having a bulbous blue blown glass center with 6 curved arms decorated with circular glass chips with imprints...
Wrought Iron
Sabina Grubbeson Large Kavaljer Iron Oxide Ceiling Lamp by Konsthantverk
By Sabina Grubbeson, Konsthantverk Tyringe 1
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Kavaljerdesigned by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk. The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s ...
Brass, Iron
Sabina Grubbeson Rosdala Iron Smoked Glass Ceiling Lamp by Konsthantverk
By Sabina Grubbeson, Konsthantverk Tyringe 1
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Rosdala designed by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk. The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s ...
Iron
Sabina Grubbeson Rosdala Iron Smoked Glass Ceiling Lamp by Konsthantverk
By Sabina Grubbeson, Konsthantverk Tyringe 1
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Rosdala designed by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk. The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s te...
Iron
Erik Höglund Hanging Candelabra Produced by Boda in Sweden
By Erik Höglund
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Hanging candelabra designed by Erik Höglund. Produced by Boda in Sweden.
Wrought Iron
Erik Höglund Hanging Candelabra Produced by Boda in Sweden
By Erik Höglund
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Hanging candelabra designed by Erik Höglund. Produced by Boda in Sweden.
Wrought Iron
Erik Höglund Hanging Candelabra Produced by Boda in Sweden
By Erik Höglund
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Hanging candelabra designed by Erik Höglund. Produced by Boda in Sweden.
Wrought Iron
Large Brown Industrial Lamp with Iron Grid, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial metal light with iron grid made in Sweden during the 1960s. New wire. The socket requires E 27/ E 26 light bulbs. The diameter of the shade is 53 cm. The weight of the lam...
Metal
Konsthantverk Raad Raw Brass and Oxidized Iron Ceiling Lamp
By Konsthantverk Tyringe 1
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lamp model Raad ceiling lamp designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves. Pure and honest form in raw brass / iron oxide. Good both as mood light and general light. Tak...
Brass
$4,800Sale Price|50% Off
24K Gilt 1960s 12-arm Iron and Glass Chandlier by Erik Höglund, Boda Glasbruk
By Boda Smide AB, Erik Höglund
Located in Örebro, SE
A rare Swedish forged twelve-armed candle chandelier, designed by Erik Höglund for Boda Glasbruk, in mint condition.
Iron, Gold Leaf, Brass
Swedish hammered and handforged ceiling lamp with frosted glass shade, 1920-30s
Located in PUTTEN, NL
This stunning ceiling lamp stands 60 cm tall with a 28 cm diameter, making it a striking focal point for entryways, dining rooms, or lounges. Crafted with hand-hammered iron and susp...
Wrought Iron, Iron
Konsthantverk Raad Raw Brass and Oxidized Iron Ceiling Lamp
By Konsthantverk Tyringe 1
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lamp model Raad ceiling lamp designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves. Pure and honest form in raw brass / iron oxide. Good both as mood light and general light. T...
Brass
Erik Hoglund Six-Arm Chandelier for Boda, Late 20th Century
By Boda Smide AB, Erik Höglund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large twelve-armed candlelit chandelier, designed by Erik Hoglund for Boda Smide. With art glass pendants, late 20th century.
Wrought Iron
Konsthantverk Raad Raw Brass and Oxidized Iron Ceiling Lamp
By Konsthantverk Tyringe 1
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lamp model Raad ceiling lamp designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves. The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techni...
Brass
Konsthantverk 3406-6 Raad Raw Brass and Oxidized Iron Ceiling Lamp
By Konsthantverk Tyringe 1
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lamp model 3406-6 Raad Raw Brass and Oxidized Iron ceiling lamp designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves. The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are ma...
Brass
Sabina Grubbeson 3419-5 Rosdala XL Ceiling Lamp by Konsthantverk
By Konsthantverk Tyringe 1, Sabina Grubbeson
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model 3419-5 ROSDALA XL designed by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk. The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using cr...
Iron
Hans Agne Jakobsson large pendant model Selectra circa 1965.
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Hans Agne Jakobsson model, Selectra, 12 lights, brass and lacquered sheet.The fixture is composed of repeating cubic metal modules, stacked in a staggered, stepped formation that cre...
Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Swedish Wrought Iron and Glass Candle Chandelier, 1960s
By Bertil Vallien
Located in Hamburg, DE
Imposant candlestick according to a design by bertil vallien and axel stromberg for kosta boda and the boda/bolin smide. Handmade in sweden. Here is a rare, large version with 12 arm...
Metal
$4,619 / item
Triple Trapeze Pendant by Jette Scheib
By Jette Scheib
Located in Geneve, CH
Triple trapeze pendant by Jette Scheib Dimensions: 37.5 x 152 x 28 cm (Ø) (cord length: 300 cm) A chrome version is also available. Trapeze is as much a single pendant as it is ...
Iron
$1,668 / item
Trapeze Pendant by Jette Scheib
By Jette Scheib
Located in Geneve, CH
Trapeze pendant by Jette Scheib Dimensions: 37.5 x 28 x 28 cm (Ø) (cord length: 300 cm) A chrome version is also available. Trapeze is as much a single pendant as it is an endle...
Iron
$2,764 / item
Mondo Pendant Lamp by Antonio Facco
Located in Geneve, CH
Mondo pendant lamp by Antonio Facco Dimensions: 36.5 x 28 cm (Ø) Floor lamp with movable metal shades with pattern. Mondo consist of four metal shades, mounted in pairs, overlapp...
Iron
Early 19th Century Empire Pendant from Stockholm
Located in Ljungby, SE
High-class Empire pendant from Stockholm around 1800-1810. It features six beautifully decorated candle arms with acanthus leaves. The central decoration includes a female figure sta...
Bronze, Iron
$408 / set
Pair of Ikea wall lights
By IKEA
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Pair of Ikea wall lights in white.
Iron
Blue Pressed Glass Chandelier Erik Höglund Sweden, 1960s
By Erik Höglund, Kosta Boda
Located in London, GB
Description: A wrought-iron and pressed-glass chandelier designed by Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda during the 1960s. The blackened wrought-iron framework of this 6-armed chandelier is ...
Iron
Erik Höglund chandelier SH9 by Boda Smide, Sweden, 1960s
By Erik Höglund, Boda Smide AB
Located in Forserum, SE
An elegant chandelier model SH9 crafted from iron and glass, designed by Swedish artist Erik Höglund for Boda Smide.
Iron
Elegant Candle Chandelier Hand-forged with 6 arms candles and glass, Sweden
By Boda Smide AB, Erik Höglund
Located in Antwerp, BE
An elegant chandelier hand-forged chandelier with 6 arms for 6 candles and glass, designed by Swedish artist Erik Höglund for Boda.
Wrought Iron
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandelier Erik Hoglund Attributed
By Erik Höglund
Located in Weesp, NL
He was one of the designers of Kosta Boda (Sweden). He successfully combined his glass work with iron, wood and paintings.
Iron
Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda. Six-armed chandelier, approx. 1960s/70s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gold-plated hammered cast iron. Sweden 1960s/70s. With four extenders for height adjustment.
Iron
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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