Bronze Chandeliers

It seems to many that such an element of the interior as a bronze chandelier has long outlived itself, since it has been known since the Middle Ages. And yet this opinion is wrong, because in our time, the designers and manufacturers of these impressive pendant lights were able to breathe new life into them.

As it turned out, bronze can be not only heavy and pompous, but also elegant and refined. Today, almost every one of us can get a real bronze chandelier to his house and, most likely, it will not be the worst choice for the interior of your apartment.

The main distinctive features of bronze chandeliers are the grandeur, visual massiveness, grace and smoothness of the lines, a noble pleasant matte surface that suppresses any excessive gloss and shine. It can be said with confidence that from a purely aesthetic point of view such lamps combine color and unpretentious classics, which still have not lost their relevance in modern design.Do not assume that the bronze chandeliers are able to decorate large mansions and palaces, as many models are well suited for an ordinary apartment.

Separately, it is worth noting the quality of bronze as the main material. It is quite plastic, which allows you to create the most bizarre forms, but at the same time strong and durable. Externally, it possesses a noble yellowish tinge, which may resemble gold. In general, the visual properties of bronze depend on the ratio of tin to other elements in the alloy, which also speaks about the quality of the product. The main advantage of bronze is also the fact that, unlike other materials, it never loses its original color and is easily restored after ordinary polishing.

The production technology allows to achieve the most different appearance. In the shops you can see chandeliers with a massive and impressive base for fasteners, or vice versa, elegant, curved, with a pleasant vegetative ornament. Also a kind of classic are chandeliers with shades in the form of real candlesticks. They can be treated with a patina in order to look even more like the old days.

Speaking about the ornament, it is impossible not to mention its huge variety. Of course, you can often see a kind of classic in the form of garlands, adding vines and leaves, various flower buds, for example, cameos. Also popular are bronze chandeliers with more magnificent motifs - angels, lions or even griffins, shells.

Also, bronze blends well with other materials. Often, additional decorations can be made of crystal, glass, and ceiling lamps - of frosted porcelain. Refraction of light through such works of art gives the room a special solemn atmosphere.

A large variety of bronze chandeliers can be divided into several types, namely suspended and ceiling.

It is believed that The classic version for bronze lamps is a pendant type. In this form, the chandelier is fixed to the ceiling by means of a stylized chain. It is clear that such a model will somewhat protrude from the ceiling level and occupy additional space in the room. For this reason, suspended chandeliers are used in fairly spacious rooms with high ceilings.

As a rule, suspended versions are also distinguished by larger dimensions. These can be chandeliers with two or more shades, or even real multi-tiered giants with a large number of light bulbs that can illuminate a huge hall or dining room. At the same time, they create the center of the composition of the interior and may allow them to correctly use the surrounding free space.

Much more modest option - this is a ceiling model. Their feature is the direct fixation in the ceiling with the help of special fasteners. Due to this, this element of the interior practically does not protrude above the ceiling level, and, therefore, saves all the space in your room without creating unnecessary problems when moving.

Ceiling chandeliers are more compact due to their structure and overall design. Most often, these are fairly modest models that have one or two shades, which is enough for comfortable lighting of a room with low ceilings. In addition, a well-chosen ceiling chandelier creates the effect of increasing space due to properly adjusted light.

A classic bronze chandelier encloses the grandeur and unobtrusive solidity. Figures in the form of fern leaves or flowers can become a standard decor, and ceiling lamps have a simple, perhaps slightly curved structure. If this is a suspended version, then the chain may remain the main locking element. This classic is best suited for cottages or spacious rooms, but with minimal dimensions it can also look great in a regular room or bedroom, provided that their overall interior is suitable for a similar element of lighting.

Empire is a more sophisticated style. Such a chandelier is most often stylized antique, as the appearance emphasizes luxury. A characteristic feature is the somewhat elongated shape.For example, ceiling lamps are tall candlesticks with long curved legs. Empire style bronze chandeliers are most often more massive, up to two or three tiers decorated with crystal or porcelain. Very often it can also be a massive antique chandelier with a large number of patterns.

Of the more modern style options worth noting modern. This design direction is characterized by smooth lines, lack of sharp corners, noticeable visual lightness. In fact, it combines classic, vintage and more modern trends. Today, Art Nouveau chandeliers, including those made of bronze, are becoming quite popular due to their versatility and combination with almost any other style, including high-tech.

If we touch on such a topic as the size of the chandelier, then it should be immediately noted that they largely depend on the number of ceiling lamps. As mentioned above, the most compact lamps have only one canopy, while massive chandeliers can consist of several annular tiers of light bulbs.

When choosing a bronze chandelier, you can fully be guided by your own sense of taste. But at the same time, of course, it is better not to forget about some subtleties that will allow you to create an unforgettable atmosphere in your apartment:

• Chandelier may well become the center of the whole interior. and attract attention, but for an ordinary apartment it is better to abandon the pompous style like the Empire style. It is best to choose, for example, the version with crystal as a light decoration;
• If your room is decorated in vintage style, then any old or antique model is ideal. Usually these are chandeliers, in which besides bronze brass is used. Such an antique look is also well suited for any classic living room design;
• For the bedroom, depending on her overall entourage, something softer and fussy might come up. For example, bronze-based chandeliers with a lampshade, which creates soft and pleasant lighting, are popular;
• Never forget about the size of the room. So, for low ceilings, it is best to select ceiling models with a small number of lampshades, for example, in modern style. But for large spacious rooms, crystal multi-tiered models with a massive bronze base are better suited;
• Pay attention to the manufacturer. Today, the company's reputation, as a rule, is entirely due to the quality of its products. Citilux, Garda Decor, Bohemia are popular among foreign brands. It is also easy to find a good bronze chandelier made in Russia.

In most cases, bronze chandeliers are used in interior design in the styles of antiquity, empire or classics, in which a pleasant matte sheen is appropriate. Of course, the best part of such an element of lighting is suitable proportion of large and spacious dining rooms, living rooms. The best option is considered a hanging type, which, hanging on a chain, will set the tone for grandeur, luxury and grace throughout the room.

A huge selection of bronze chandeliers, which offer modern manufacturers, makes it easy to choose exactly the optionwhich will be an excellent center for the whole interior in your home.

If you have an old chandelier, then you can breathe a second life into it by refurbishing the lamp as bronze. How to do this is shown in the video.