These Brilliant Pendants and Chandeliers Combine Art and Function
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1/20Every Kyoto chandelier by Lumifer is one of a kind. The multidimensional fixture in oil-rubbed bronze includes three tinted hand-blown glass spheres and six adjustable diffusers. NYC, 212-967-8738.Every Kyoto chandelier by Lumifer is one of a kind. The multidimensional fixture in oil-rubbed bronze includes three tinted hand-blown glass spheres and six adjustable diffusers. NYC, 212-967-8738.
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2/20Inspired by miners’ lamps, the Cage pendant from Foscarini’s Diesel collection provides a light in the darkness. A coated steel and chromed frame encompasses a bronze dome. Through Nukitchens, S. Norwalk.Inspired by miners’ lamps, the Cage pendant from Foscarini’s Diesel collection provides a light in the darkness. A coated steel and chromed frame encompasses a bronze dome. Through Nukitchens, S. Norwalk.
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3/20The Royal Maroc fixture from Nellcote Studios for Resource Decor exudes a retro elegance. The stainless steel silhouette is plated in polished gold with suspended glass tubular shades. Through Lillian August, Norwalk, 203-847-3314.The Royal Maroc fixture from Nellcote Studios for Resource Decor exudes a retro elegance. The stainless steel silhouette is plated in polished gold with suspended glass tubular shades. Through Lillian August, Norwalk, 203-847-3314.
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5/20The multifaceted, jewelry-inspired Motif chandelier by Corbett flaunts a convex shade comprised of molten Italian glass. An overlay of glass-gem pieces is encased in brilliant gold leaf. Through Connecticut Lighting, Hartford, 860-249-7631.The multifaceted, jewelry-inspired Motif chandelier by Corbett flaunts a convex shade comprised of molten Italian glass. An overlay of glass-gem pieces is encased in brilliant gold leaf. Through Connecticut Lighting, Hartford, 860-249-7631.
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6/20A marriage of global craft and modern geometry, the Dolma chandelier, designed by Windsor Smith for Arteriors, suspends polished brass hexagons from decorative link chains. 800-338-2150.A marriage of global craft and modern geometry, the Dolma chandelier, designed by Windsor Smith for Arteriors, suspends polished brass hexagons from decorative link chains. 800-338-2150.
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7/20Light gilt bronze and satin brass surround a striking, blown-glass cyclinder in the Avrett Joggle pendant. Through John Rosselli & Associates, D&D, 212-593-2060, (T).Light gilt bronze and satin brass surround a striking, blown-glass cyclinder in the Avrett Joggle pendant. Through John Rosselli & Associates, D&D, 212-593-2060, (T).
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8/20Designer Jonathan Browning’s Boule de Cristal Linear chandelier for RH Modern evokes the minimalist spirit of 1960s design. Each fauceted crystal sphere is ground and polished by hand to reflect and refract the light. Westport, 203-222-1027, Greenwich, 203-552-1040.Designer Jonathan Browning’s Boule de Cristal Linear chandelier for RH Modern evokes the minimalist spirit of 1960s design. Each fauceted crystal sphere is ground and polished by hand to reflect and refract the light. Westport, 203-222-1027, Greenwich, 203-552-1040.
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10/20Urban Archaeology’s Hourglass Constellation fixture consists of matte black hourglass-shaped pendants lined in satin brass and suspended from a single canopy. NYC, 212-371-4646.Urban Archaeology’s Hourglass Constellation fixture consists of matte black hourglass-shaped pendants lined in satin brass and suspended from a single canopy. NYC, 212-371-4646.
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11/20Bling in the new year with Visual Comfort’s Bracelet chandelier. Recalling mid-century modernism, swirls of gilded iron surround six light arms. Designed by Manhattan-based architect and interior designer Barry Goralnick. Through Circa Lighting, Greenwich, 203-622-1417.Bling in the new year with Visual Comfort’s Bracelet chandelier. Recalling mid-century modernism, swirls of gilded iron surround six light arms. Designed by Manhattan-based architect and interior designer Barry Goralnick. Through Circa Lighting, Greenwich, 203-622-1417.
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12/20The stylized petal pattern of the Full Bloom pendant by Vermont Modern from Hubbardton Forge is achieved from a single steel tube that is laser cut, heated and expanded. The light source is hidden within the cone at the core of the fixture. 800-826-4766.The stylized petal pattern of the Full Bloom pendant by Vermont Modern from Hubbardton Forge is achieved from a single steel tube that is laser cut, heated and expanded. The light source is hidden within the cone at the core of the fixture. 800-826-4766.
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13/20The understated Agnes pendant in plaster white is part of the Aerin collection for Circa Lighting. The gilded interior adds a kick and casts a warm glow in an all white kitchen. Greenwich, 203-622-1417.The understated Agnes pendant in plaster white is part of the Aerin collection for Circa Lighting. The gilded interior adds a kick and casts a warm glow in an all white kitchen. Greenwich, 203-622-1417.
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15/20The tailored look of the Arundel pendant from Waterworks is adaptable to any décor. A molded shade, in clear or smoked seeded glass, is accented with solid brass accents. Greenwich, 203-869-7766.The tailored look of the Arundel pendant from Waterworks is adaptable to any décor. A molded shade, in clear or smoked seeded glass, is accented with solid brass accents. Greenwich, 203-869-7766.
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16/20The nature-inspired Minetto pendant by Ethan Allen is handcrafted in Thailand. Artisans assemble each one-of-a-kind chandelier from Bauhinia wood. Six 40-watt bulbs are tucked inside the branches. Stamford, 203-352-2888.The nature-inspired Minetto pendant by Ethan Allen is handcrafted in Thailand. Artisans assemble each one-of-a-kind chandelier from Bauhinia wood. Six 40-watt bulbs are tucked inside the branches. Stamford, 203-352-2888.
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17/20Michael Amato, the creative director of the Urban Electric Company, reinterprets the classic Hermès Cape Cod watch in his design of the Bit Hang fixture. Shown here in brass with a marbleized shade. 843-723-8140.Michael Amato, the creative director of the Urban Electric Company, reinterprets the classic Hermès Cape Cod watch in his design of the Bit Hang fixture. Shown here in brass with a marbleized shade. 843-723-8140.
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18/20Exclusive to McGuire, Jonathan Browning designed the Muir mobile pendant to mimic sunlight filtering through the California redwoods. The three graphic cages, in solid brass in an antique finish, coupled with crystal diffusers, cast captivating shadows. NYC, 212-689-1565.Exclusive to McGuire, Jonathan Browning designed the Muir mobile pendant to mimic sunlight filtering through the California redwoods. The three graphic cages, in solid brass in an antique finish, coupled with crystal diffusers, cast captivating shadows. NYC, 212-689-1565.
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19/20Handcrafted by artist Jose Esteves for Intérieurs, the Mobile Universe chandelier can be adapted to include as many branches as needed. In addition, interior plates can be specified in gold, silver, white or a custom color. Greenwich, 212-343-0800.Handcrafted by artist Jose Esteves for Intérieurs, the Mobile Universe chandelier can be adapted to include as many branches as needed. In addition, interior plates can be specified in gold, silver, white or a custom color. Greenwich, 212-343-0800.
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20/20Simple beauty shines through the Woodstock pendant. Handmade by Simon Pearce glassblowers using centuries-old techniques, a single pendant is just right or group in multiples for a focal feature. Westport, 203-226-2353.Simple beauty shines through the Woodstock pendant. Handmade by Simon Pearce glassblowers using centuries-old techniques, a single pendant is just right or group in multiples for a focal feature. Westport, 203-226-2353.
This article appears in the January 2017 issue of CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens).
