By the early 18th century, ornate cast [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ormolu ormolu] forms with long, curved arms and many candles were in the [[homes]] of many in the growing merchant class. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neoclassicism Neoclassical] motifs became an increasingly common element, mostly in cast metals but also in carved and gilded wood. Developments in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glass glassmaking] later allowed cheaper production of lead crystal, the light scattering properties of which quickly made it a popular addition to the [[form]], leading to the crystal chandelier.[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chandelier] | By the early 18th century, ornate cast [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ormolu ormolu] forms with long, curved arms and many candles were in the [[homes]] of many in the growing merchant class. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neoclassicism Neoclassical] motifs became an increasingly common element, mostly in cast metals but also in carved and gilded wood. Developments in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glass glassmaking] later allowed cheaper production of lead crystal, the light scattering properties of which quickly made it a popular addition to the [[form]], leading to the crystal chandelier.[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chandelier] |