Further Reading

Obviously, there's no lighting source more brilliant in appeal than chandelier lighting. Due to their wonderful qualities and aesthetics, chandeliers have evolved as necessary fixtures added in many luxurious hotels, fine dining restaurants, up scale corporate offices as well as homes. They come in varying types and finishes, and are able to combine functionality and design that make them suitable for different settings. Although most of the modern chandeliers we know today make use of standard electric light bulbs and electric powered candles to provide illumination, there are still old chandeliers available in the market that uses gaslights and wax candles.

Among the myriads of chandelier lighting fixtures to choose from, crystal chandeliers remains as the most popular preference. These chandeliers are usually made from cut glass crystal pieces that hang from the arms of the lighting fixture. Crystals reflects light easily, and break the light into several arrays, which produces a colorful shimmering effect. Elaborate crystal chandeliers were the types of chandeliers used by elite Europeans and rich Americans in the 1920's and 1930's.

Bead-shell chandeliers are popular contemporary chandelier fixtures designed from beads and shells. The Capiz or mother-of-pearl shell is the most common type of shell used for the creation of these chandeliers. Chandeliers made from shells and beads often produce softer lights, making them more preferable to use in fine dining restaurants as they induce a cozy ambiance. They are also usually positioned near pictures and paintings, as they highlight these interior pieces beautifully.

Murano glass chandeliers are contemporary chandelier pieces that were originally made in Murano, Italy, which is contemplated as the glass blowing capital of the world. Murano glass chandeliers denote specific chandelier design that is often curvy or tubular in form. As the glass being used in this type of chandelier can be molded into several shapes, these chandeliers are often designed with floral motifs and other complex figures and are usually dyed in pastel colors. The use of various colors in these fixtures allows them to produce a unique and creative lighting effect that could make a room appear more appealing.

On the other hand, antler chandeliers, as their name implies, are derived from the shed antlers of deer, elk or moose. These chandelier lighting pieces are commonly found in western-style residences such as log cabins and ranch homes. If you want to have a rustic vibe inside your home, using an antler chandelier can do such effect. There are faux antler chandeliers in the market today that are made from different materials but are designed to appear just like real antlers.

Metal candle chandeliers such as brass, brushed nickel and wrought iron are antique pieces that could induce traditional vibes inside homes. Original antique chandeliers were those that hold candles, which have been around since 1400s and have been recreated in differing forms. Antique metal candle chandeliers may costs from $50,000 to $60,000; a bit pricey compared to other chandelier pieces due to their rare quality and origin. If you want to save energy and you have the right budget, you can always opt for an antique metal candle chandelier.

Hanging lights are considered as art forms that interplays functionality and style. Chandelier lighting fixtures encompass these characteristics of hanging lights, and have never failed to capture the imagination of designers and homeowners alike. There are two basic types of chandeliers, contemporary chandelier fixtures and antique chandeliers, which are both appealing light furnishings that are unique in their own respect.