chandelier
Ornate ceiling fixture
A chandelier is a decorative light fixture that hangs from the ceiling, typically with multiple branching arms holding bulbs or candles.
Chandeliers are associated with elegance and formal spaces—ballrooms, dining rooms, theater lobbies.
They range from ornate crystal designs to minimalist modern interpretations: The crystal chandelier cast prismatic light across the room.
Light-splitting optical element
- facetPlane on cut stone
- refractionWave bending between media
- sparkleEmit flashing light
- gleamFaint reflected light
cut · pendant · bevel · luster · shine · brilliance · translucent · glassware
Room's upper surface
- pendantSuspended jewelry ornament
- mountClimb up or steed
- bracketSupport or category
- hardwareMetal goods and fittings
canopy · medallion · rosette · chain · hook · dimmer · bulb · socket
Excessively ornate or elaborate
- rococoExcessively elaborate in style
- gildedOverlaid with gold leaf
- embellishedDecorated or exaggerated
- intricateElaborately detailed, many parts
decorative · filigree · scrollwork · acanthus · beaded · tasseled · draped · ormolu
Monarch's official residence
- ballroomVenue for formal dances
- mansionLarge, stately home
- cathedralBishop's principal church
- foyerBuilding's entrance room
opera · theatre · banquet · gala · estate · manor · lobby · vestibule
Provision of light
- glowSteady, soft light
- radianceGlowing luminous quality
- luminosityIntrinsic brightness of source
- candlelightLuminescence from burning wick
flicker · shimmer · twinkle · ambiance · brightness · incandescence · warmth · sconce
Cultured elegance and complexity
- graceEffortless beauty of motion
- luxuryExpensive nonessential comfort
- opulenceShowy, abundant prosperity
- splendorImpressive, striking beauty
refinement · glamour · magnificence · lavish · sumptuous · resplendent · stately · majestic
prism
Light-splitting optical element
- facetPlane on cut stone
- refractionWave bending between media
- sparkleEmit flashing light
gleam · cut · pendant · bevel · luster · shine · brilliance · translucent · glassware · leaded
ceiling
Room's upper surface
hardware · canopy · medallion · rosette · chain · hook · dimmer · bulb · socket · wiring
baroque
Excessively ornate or elaborate
- rococoExcessively elaborate in style
- gildedOverlaid with gold leaf
- embellishedDecorated or exaggerated
intricate · decorative · filigree · scrollwork · acanthus · beaded · tasseled · draped · ormolu · carved
palace
Monarch's official residence
foyer · opera · theatre · banquet · gala · estate · manor · lobby · vestibule · entryway
illumination
Provision of light
- glowSteady, soft light
- radianceGlowing luminous quality
- luminosityIntrinsic brightness of source
candlelight · flicker · shimmer · twinkle · ambiance · brightness · incandescence · warmth · sconce · lustre
sophistication
Cultured elegance and complexity
- graceEffortless beauty of motion
- luxuryExpensive nonessential comfort
- opulenceShowy, abundant prosperity
splendor · refinement · glamour · magnificence · lavish · sumptuous · resplendent · stately · majestic · regal
- lampstable lamps, floor lamps, wall sconce, table lamp, floor lamp
- interior designdecor, furniture, color schemes, color scheme, floor plans
- lightinglamp, lamps, bulbs, light bulb, light bulbs
- concert hallconcert hall, auditorium, opera house, recital hall, music hall
- decorative objectsfigurines, vases, lamps, bowls, ornaments
- Delicate Thingsbutterfly wing, spider web, bubble, soap bubble, eggshell
chandeliershop light
Utility lighting fixture
fluorescent tube · work light · industrial lighting · garage light · flashlight
chandelierfloor lamp
Tall freestanding light fixture
table lamp · desk lamp · uplight · torchiere · recessed lighting
chandelierrecessed lighting
Illumination installed within surfaces
cove lighting · obscurity · can light · downlight · ambient lighting
- crystal chandelierDecorative hanging light with glass
- chandelier earringOrnate dangling ear jewelry
- not the brightest bulb in the chandelierUnintelligent person, politely stated
- antler chandelierLamp from shed horns
- glass chandeliersOrnamental transparent hanging lights
- iron chandeliersSuspended metal light fixtures