Your guide for knowing more about vintage chandeliers!

Antique chandeliers are becoming increasingly prevalent in the homes nowadays, particularly with new decor styles that include old and new being blended in brilliant ways. Higher ceilings and diverse styled abodes have made the chandelier the idyllic piece for any room, particularly since they do not make the room feel muddled. Conventionally, antique or vintage glass chandeliers would welcome your arrival at the lobby of a very well-off home or was found dangling low to enthrall you in a dining room. These days, chandeliers are found in just about any background, from the upper-class house to the normal suburban apartment to the old-style home. The mingling of traditional and contemporary is a delightful decor style and a chandelier gives a charm to the lighting of your abode that few contemporary lights can do. Chandeliers are even found in some very stylish workplaces.

The word 'chandelier' instigates from the French word 'chandelle' which means candle. Its first appearance was in the 14th century when wood and candles were used. Galileo Galilea revealed the law of pendulum with a chandelier by detecting that the swing of the chandelier took the same quantity of time, each time, even if it was made shorter. Over time, it was found that the grease and wax from the candles spoiled the wood, so metal began to be used in designing chandeliers. Designers then began to experiment with inimitable and interesting designs, as well as countless diverse materials (such as iron, brass and silver.) These days, people even buy crystal balls chandelier.

The chandelier grew in fame in the 17th century as it began to be seen progressively more in homes, with new extravagant and striking designs. This continued into the 18th century and much of the designs we see currently dates from this period. Crystals in chandeliers were originally used to help echo and spread the light. Crystal glass was found to be the finest material for this purpose. Into the 19th century, roped pendants and hanging drops were added to chandeliers. With the discovery and use of electricity, the traditional chandelier has of course moved with the times, and now integrates electric or gas lighting. Candle-lit chandeliers are still obtainable, however, and can add some brilliant unique elegance and temperament in the lighting of your abode. Chandeliers can complement the home very pleasantly, even though they have a very vintage look.

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