Maria Theresa Chandeliers – Fit for Royalty

Maria Theresa chandeliers were named after the Austrian Empress Maria Theresa from the 18th century, as it was introduced in palaces during her time of reign. In fact, the designs of these chandeliers are inspired by the empress. This is why these chandeliers depict a source of brilliance, with full elegance and glory. With this, Maria Theresa Chandeliers have managed to withstand the test of time, and are still a favorite after three centuries of existence. Maria Theresa style chandeliers are typically draped with an endowment of crystals on enormous curving frameworks. All of this grandeur reflects the greatness of the woman in which these chandeliers have been named after.

Today, many traditional Maria Theresa lighting designs have prevailed through the use of high quality Swarovski crystals, which in itself are exquisite, elegant and expensive Single tiered or multi-tiered, a Maria Theresa-style chandelier has its trademark designs of the lights placed on the top half with adorned precious stones set on the bottom. Through centuries of experience, these types of chandeliers now are hung high from the ceilings of ballrooms and exquisite event galleries. These chandeliers have been chosen mostly due to its elegance as well as its unusual great sizes, an attribute which reflects sheer grandeur.

The largest of these chandeliers has a width span of up to 10 feet, and can be extended to a massive 13 feet from the ceiling. With 160 lights in the form of candelabra and old gold finishing, this US$60,000 chandelier is a brilliant sight to behold. Forming the replica of a huge bell, with draping strings of crystal and faux pax candles streaming down all around its sides; it’s the perfect grand choice for palaces as well as other great legendary venues.