Candelabra — decorative branched holders for candles or, later, lamps — have been known since ancient times in a variety of cultures. Wooden and metal (bronze, iron, and silver) candelabra were used in the Etruscan civilization.
Before electricity was invented, candle lamps with shades were used not only indoors, but also on open verandas, and even in gardens. Now they are only stored in museum collections.
The Nikolsko-Bakhmetevsky glass factory produced a wide variety of lighting devices: candelabra, chandeliers, and wall sconces. Their design changed depending on fashion trends, but they always remained in demand.
In the first factory illustrated price list of 1898, one can read:
Before electricity was invented, candle lamps with shades were used not only indoors, but also on open verandas, and even in gardens. Now they are only stored in museum collections.
The Nikolsko-Bakhmetevsky glass factory produced a wide variety of lighting devices: candelabra, chandeliers, and wall sconces. Their design changed depending on fashion trends, but they always remained in demand.
In the first factory illustrated price list of 1898, one can read: