A chandelier is a branched lightning fixture, often ornate, hangs from ceiling. They usually contain lamps with different designs of glasses scattering light in attractive patterns across the room. Chandeliers are heavier than any other ceiling light fixture and some of them might require special attachments to the ceiling or may not require any support and can directly be plugged to an electrical box. The earliest chandeliers were used in medieval churches to brighten up large halls and were generally made up of wooden cross on which candles were placed, from the 15th century more complex form of chandeliers with crown or designs had become popular and by the early18th century brass chandeliers with long curved arms were seen the homes of wealthy merchants.

Brass is a sturdy long lasting metal, which requires less maintenance than any other chandelier; brass chandeliers usually are available in two types of finishes, highly polished finish, making the chandelier look bright and Antique polish , giving it a olden appearance making it look elegant. To maintain antique brass chandelier it is advisable to clean it with dry, soft cloth and for intense cleaning a gentle dish soap and water can be used, it is very important to dry the chandelier after cleaning it with water and an ammonium-based liquid should not be used because it can lead to tarnishing. They come in many sizes and add grace and elegance to one's house.

Now a day's there are many types of chandeliers available, crystal chandeliers, wrought iron, neo-classical etc to suit ones home dŽcor.