This modernist design chandelier was designed by the kinkeldey design team during the 1970s, and manufactured in germany. The crystals are meticulously cut in such a way that the radiate the light of the bulbs in different directions. All metal parts are gold-plated, even the lamp sockets and screws, and the chandelier features a 24-karat gold-plated four-tier structure from which 46 multi faceted crystals are suspended. The removable 46 hexagonal crystals are hand polished and secured to the frame with solid brass decorative cylinder screws. Horizontally inside the frame are six standard small screw light bulbs (e14) up to 60 watts each, and one standard big screw light bulb (e27) up to 100 watts at the bottom. Kinkeldey is german manufacturer of high-end lighting fixtures. The company attracted international attention when they won the prestigious if design award in 1969 with a chandelier fitted with prism cut crystals. During the 1970s kinkeldey produced a number of variations on this award winning model, like the one offered here. Although these lamps show the same quality as fixtures of companies like bakalowits, lobmeyer and palwa, the kinkeldey models tend to be more modern in their design approach. The height is 70 cm from the ceiling. The diameter is 43 cm. The height of only the frame without the bar is 28 cm. Cleaned, well-wired and ready to use. The chandelier can be disassembled and the crystals individually wrapped for easy transport. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no official proof of authenticity, however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution, up to 250v (europe/uk standard).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.