{"product_id":"smoke-gray-empire-chandelier","title":"Smoke Gray Empire Chandelier","description":"\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vk-eyebrow\"\u003eFaceted Polyhedron Glass · Empire Silhouette · Brass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vk-headline\"\u003eSmoke Gray Crystal \u003cem\u003eEmpire\u003c\/em\u003e Chandelier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vk-intro\"\u003eHundreds of faceted polyhedron glass prisms — each hand-cut in translucent smoke gray — overlap in cascading tiers, building outward from a small top ring to a wide central body and tapering back into a pointed drop. Light passes through the gray glass and reads soft and silvery rather than colorful, with the gold metal frame and fabric-wrapped suspension cord providing warm contrast at the canopy. At ∅ 31.5″ across, the Smoke Gray Empire suits dining tables, foyers, staircases, hospitality lobbies, and contemporary residences as a single sophisticated focal piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-divider\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-notice-amber\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHand-cut glass — each prism is unique\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery faceted prism is individually hand-cut and finished. Facet angle, gray saturation, and surface texture vary slightly from piece to piece — this scattering effect is part of the technique, not a defect. Smoke gray tone may also vary slightly across the fixture, reading deeper at the dense central tiers and lighter at the outer prisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-notice-linen\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHardwired — licensed electrician required\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnects to a standard ceiling junction box. Standard hanging chain is 11.8″ and can be extended on request to suit your ceiling height. The fabric-wrapped suspension cord is a visible design element — confirm canopy placement is in a clean line of sight from below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-section-label\"\u003eBespoke Customization\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-bespoke\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vk-bespoke-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomized service:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can easily customize the size, finish color, number of light sources, hanging wire \u0026amp; chain length, etc. Simplify the customization process and communicate directly with designers online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vk-bespoke-body\"\u003ePlease feel free to contact us by email when you have any questions. Our Email: \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@vakkerlighting.com\"\u003einfo@vakkerlighting.com.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vk-bespoke-body vk-bespoke-color-intro\"\u003eWe can customize the color (as shown below).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"vk-bespoke-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/1320\/4874\/files\/7b282a5de28bf927620b8b0030b65724.jpg?v=1782201026\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Click to view full size — Smoke Gray Crystal Empire Chandelier available custom colors\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/1320\/4874\/files\/7b282a5de28bf927620b8b0030b65724.jpg?v=1782201026\" alt=\"Smoke Gray Crystal Empire Chandelier — available custom colors\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vk-bespoke-image-hint\"\u003e🔍 Click to enlarge image\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-divider\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-section-label\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-features\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-feat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-feat-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSmoke Gray Prisms\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-cut polyhedron glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-feat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-feat-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEmpire Silhouette\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInverted pyramid form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-feat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-feat-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFabric-Wrapped Cord\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold canopy detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-divider\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-section-label\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-size-simple\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vk-size-tag\"\u003eSingle Size\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-size-name\"\u003e∅ 31.5″ × H 31.5″\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-size-detail\"\u003e∅ 80 × H 80 cm\u003cbr\u003eHanging chain 11.8″ — extendable on request\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-divider\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-section-label\"\u003eRecommended Bulbs\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-bulb-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-bulb-rec\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-bulb-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-bulb-text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCandle-form LED bulbs (E12 \/ E14)\u003c\/strong\u003e, max 15W each, \u003cstrong\u003e2700K warm white\u003c\/strong\u003e. Clear or filament-style preferred — the warm filament reads through the smoke gray glass and adds amber depth to the silvery tones. Bulbs not included.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-divider\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-section-label\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"vk-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass · Hand-cut faceted polyhedron glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e∅ 80 × H 80 cm \/ ∅ 31.5″ × H 31.5″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCandle-form bulbs (E12 \/ E14, max 15W each, not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAC 110–240V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardwired (fabric-wrapped suspension cord)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard wall switch · Compatible with most dimmers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHanging chain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.8″ — extendable on request\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmoke Gray faceted polyhedron — hand-cut, each unique\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnvironment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor only (IP20)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorth America · EU · AU · Saudi Arabia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-divider\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vk-section-label\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy \"Empire\" — what's the design lineage? \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Empire silhouette is a chandelier shape that emerged in late-18th and early-19th century French interiors during the First Empire period. The signature is the inverted-pyramid form: a small ring at the top widens through stacked tiers of crystal or glass, then tapers back to a pointed drop at the bottom. It became one of the defining shapes of European chandelier design and remains widely used today across traditional, transitional, and contemporary interiors. The Smoke Gray version pulls the form toward modern through its muted color and clean polyhedron facets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhere does it look best? \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDining rooms with rectangular or round tables seating 4–6, mid-size foyers with 9–10 ft ceilings, mid-landing of staircases, and hospitality lobbies. The smoke gray reads sophisticated rather than dramatic, working well against neutral palettes (white, cream, taupe, light gray) as well as against richer interiors (charcoal walls, dark wood, deep marble). At ∅ 31.5″, this is a focal piece for rooms 12–16 ft across — for larger spaces consider a wider Empire fixture from the Prism Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat bulbs work best? \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandle-form LED bulbs (E12 or E14, depending on the unit shipped), max 15W each, 2700K warm white. Clear bulbs are preferred — the warm filament shows through the smoke gray glass and lifts the gray tones with amber depth. Avoid cool-white (4000K+) bulbs — they flatten the gray glass and remove the warmth from the brass frame. LED keeps heat low. Bulbs not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs it dimmable? \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — when paired with dimmable LED bulbs and a compatible Triac or trailing-edge dimmer (sold separately). Dimming brings out warmer amber tones in the smoke gray glass and is recommended for dining and lounge installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the Smoke Gray Empire certified for North America? \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It holds certifications compatible with North America, Saudi Arabia, Europe, and Australia and operates on AC 110–240V worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vakkerlight","offers":[{"title":"∅ 31.5″ x H 31.5″ \/ Smoke Gray \u0026 Gold","offer_id":49806791901426,"sku":"VKC-2586-01","price":2645.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/7254\/6034\/files\/Smoke_Gray_Empire_Chandelier__4.jpg?v=1784154703","url":"https:\/\/aurellolighting.com\/products\/smoke-gray-empire-chandelier","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}