If you are a regular reader of my blog, you know that I love chandeliers, all types, from the traditional to the transitional to the contemporary. Perhaps this is why I have not replaced the builder grade, late 80s brass chandelier that came with my home. I simply can't decide what style to get.
Things are becoming a little more clear, though. Last week I saw a chandelier that might just be 'the one' (pictured above). It was startling to see it in person, as I have several pictures of it in my inspiration files (or, at least, chandeliers that are of a similar style). This picture does not do it justice; it was a quick picture taken in the harsh lighting of a showroom. This chandelier is made by Paul Ferrante, and I am not quite sure how to describe the style. The gold is actually quite subtle. The chandelier is giltwood with crystals; others similar to this one have been described as French, Italian, or Genovese. Does anyone know more about this style? I don't see it too often in magazines, but when I do, I always take notice.
I first saw this chandelier in Southern Accents, March/April 2005. Suzanne Kasler did the interiors of this beautiful new home in Atlanta, and it is one of my favorite projects of hers (in fact, I think this was when first heard about SK). The chandelier in the living room is the same as the one I saw in the showroom last week - the 'Daphne' by Paul Ferrante. As you can see from the picture above, the chandelier is actually quite delicate in appearance when viewed in the context of a room. The overall impression is of lightness and grace.
Here is the same room on Kasler's website, a bit crisper as it is not scanned from a dog-eared copy of a magazine.
I love the antique chandelier in a room from a recent Veranda spread, as it is the style that I have been noticing. The architectural design of the home is by Steve Giannetti (husband to Brooke of Velvet and Linen), and the interior design is by Madeline Stuart.
A room designed by Jeffrey Bilhuber has two chandeliers of this style.
The chandelier caught my eye in this room designed by Madeline Stuart. She obviously likes the style as much as I do! I think this is the Daphne chandelier by Paul Ferrante. The delicacy of the chandelier and the clubby chairs make for an interesting contrast.
Some time ago, Cote de Texas did a post on chandeliers, and this was one was my absolute favorite. I love the simplicity of the crystals.
I saved this picture a while ago, and recently learned that the interior design was done by Gerrie Bremmerman of New Orleans. I love the color scheme, but my favorite thing in the picture is definitely the antique chandelier. It is reminiscent of the Ferrante chandelier.I am not rushing into any big purchases right now, so I will think about this chandelier for a while before making any decisions. In the meantime, if anyone has more information on this beautiful style of chandelier, please let me know.
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