“Lobmeyr Historism” Chandelier 2540-10
“Lobmeyr Historism” Chandelier 2540-10
Item
2540-10
Designer
Year
1883
Category
Series
Style
Historism
Lights
10 x E12; Max. Wattage: 600
Material
Brass, hand-cut crystal
Finish
King's gold
From the collaboration of Ludwig Lobmeyr with Thomas A. Edison this prototype resulted. It is the world’s first representative chandelier making use of electrical light bulbs.
As a technical prerequisite this design is first presents hanging light bulbs which resulted in a whole new style of chandeliers.
The frame of the chandelier is made of brass in the elaborate kings gold finish. The crystal parts are made from lead-free crystal and highly cut and polished by our master cutters.
Height | 117 cm |
Diameter | 70 cm |
Weight | 40 kg |