A Dazzling Work of Art
Looking for an antique crystal chandelier powered by electricity? Before you go shopping and eventually deciding to make a purchase, let’s have some informative clarification here. A commonly accepted definition of “antique” requires that the object be at least one hundred years old, which means that a genuinely antique crystal chandelier would need to have been created in the first decade of the 20th century, at the latest. We all know, however, that electricity at that time was not available for popular consumption yet. In effect, there aren’t many definitive antique crystal chandeliers in existence at present.
The antique crystal chandelier provides ultimate elegance and warm welcome to friends and family into your home. Their beauty and grace stand the test of time. They are worthy investments as crystal chandeliers are truly a work of art to be treasured throughout the years. As you gather more information to help you make an informed decision on your chandelier purchase, keep in mind Schonbek crystal chandeliers. Schonbeck was founded in 1879 and the company’s crystal artistry has shone in such esteemed residences as the Buckingham Palace and the White House. Schonbeck manufactures chandeliers with various types of crustals including the world renowned and famed exquisite Swarovski crystal.
Which type of crystal chandeliers, among these luxuriant crystal sculptures, will best make the statement you desire for your home? Let’s take a brief look at a few of the Schonbeck antique crystal chandelier styles available:
Early American – Nothing speaks solid and traditional better than Early American Schonbeck crystal chandeliers. The lines are neat and elegant; understated, yet powerful.
Equinoxe – There’s a blend of the primordial eight-point star motif and modern design; illuminating your home with the best of both worlds.
Maria Theresa- This was originally made in honor of Austrian Empress Maria Theresa’s crowning in 1743. The sumptuous curves of this incredibly exquisite crystal sculpture will take literally take your breath away.
New Orleans – “Laissez les bons temps rouler!” translates to “Let the good times roll” with the bold, lavish lifestyle of New Orleans. It will definitely enrapture you and everyone who enters your home will be in awe of this delicately beautiful crystal chandelier. It is like spending a night in the French Quarter.
Olde Worlde – this timeless crystal chandelier lights up your home with crystalline Bohemian beauty, creating a resonance of the rich heritage of Schonbeck’s European beginnings.
Revendell – The artistic inspiration behind the Rivendell style brings the shapes and patterns of nature into your home. But what makes this design unique if the interesting and intricate mix of primitive metalwork and small crystal.
Romanoff – Living up to its name, the Romanoff lights the world with the richness of its crystal grandeur. An intriguing mix of cultures inspires this style: Byzantium, Russia and Egypt.
Sheherazade – Theopulent and intricate design call to mind an exotic Persian night.
Timbrel – The Middle Ages lends inspiration to rustic flair; it’s like stepping back in time. Wisps of daydreams and solid simplicity meld in the Timbrel.
Versailles – “Sublime” is the only word that can describe the Versailles crystal chandelier. Light up your home with the same artistic elegance that glittered in Louis XIV’ palace.
Victorian – Getting attuned to elegant charm the Victorian crystal chandelier replicates the intricate decorativeness of its namesake’s era, complete with crystalline fringe.
An antique crystal chandelier has the power to capture the imagination, serve as a glowing pinnacle to the décor of any room; and become the talking point of countless dinners, parties and gatherings. It could even go on to become an heirloom, passed down for future generations to marvel over in the years to come.