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The History Behind Crystal Chandeliers
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Mark Etinger
When it comes to beautiful crystal chandeliers, we often admire the way they look in our homes as well as out in beautiful restaurants and hotels and any other place that uses them in their décor. They become a focal point of a room and a great addition to any place. But where did chandeliers actually come from? What was the first design and where was it used?The first chandeliers were not classy, but were simple wooden constructions that held candles. They were made in medieval times, just a cross with a number of spikes to hold candles and they were hung in places of assembly. They evolved much more in the 15th century, becoming used as not only a source of light but as decorative pieces. A lot of them had rings or crown designs to represent the royalty that owned them. They were found in palaces and homes of nobility, making them a true status symbol among the elite. Glassmaking developed in the 18th century which allowed a cheap and easy production of crystal. That was when the first crystal chandeliers were made. This style became incredibly popular among the well off, since the crystal shined so beautifully when lit. In the 19th century when gas was being used to illuminate lights, branched chandeliers became more popular. Many old candle chandeliers were converted to gas, and then by the 1890s they were also created to use electricity, like the ones we use today. Crystal chandeliers became a staple and even now it's harder to find chandeliers that hold candles as opposed to being electric, unless you can find them antique.Towards the end of the 20th century, chandeliers were used more as a focal point instead of just for illumination. In fact, many chandeliers do not even have the option of illuminating but are more for just décor. That's why owning an actual crystal chandelier which lights up is so eye-catching, because it is not seen as often anymore. Making that choice when buying one will really have it stand out. So the next time you come across glass chandeliers, you can appreciate where they came from and how far back their history goes. They've gone through a lot of changes over the years but they are still just as beautiful now as they ever were, and are still greatly admired and seen as a status symbol as much as they were back in the Middle Ages.
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