Tillary: A Horizontal Statement in Wood & Brass 🏛️
The Tillary reimagines the Victorian chandelier for modern living—translating ornate, vertical proportions into a sleek, linear silhouette that hovers just 11.8 inches from your ceiling. With its turned wood hub, radiating brass arms, and warm clear glass shades, this horizontal fixture captures the romance of historical design while embracing the clean geometries that define contemporary and mid-century modern interiors.
Design Philosophy: Victorian Romance Meets Modernist Restraint
Victorian-era chandeliers were grand, ornamental declarations—meant to dominate a room vertically. The Tillary flips this logic. By compressing the fixture into a flat profile and stretching it horizontally, we preserve the essence of brass-and-glass elegance while respecting the lower ceiling heights and open-plan layouts of 21st-century homes. The result is a fixture that feels both nostalgic and contemporary, equally at home above a farmhouse dining table or a minimalist kitchen island.
Core Design Elements
- Turned Wood Hub: A sculptural centerpiece in walnut, white, gold, or caramel—the anchor around which everything radiates
- Brass Arms: Curved and extending laterally, they suggest movement and grace without visual clutter
- Clear Glass Shades: Ambient light diffuses warmly through each shade, creating an inviting glow ideal for dining and gathering spaces
- Compact Profile: At just 11.8 inches tall, it clears standard 8-foot ceilings with breathing room, making it practical for real homes, not just design showrooms
Three Scales, One Timeless Silhouette
The Tillary comes in three configurations, each maintaining the same design language while scaling to fit your space:
| Configuration | Dimensions | Best For | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Head | L 58 cm × H 30 cm (L 22.8″ × H 11.8″) | Breakfast nooks, entry halls, powder rooms | 6.4 lbs |
| 5-Head | L 76 cm × H 30 cm (L 29.9″ × H 11.8″) | Standard 6-foot dining tables, kitchen counters | 9.5 lbs |
| 8-Head | L 90 cm × H 30 cm (L 35.4″ × H 11.8″) | Long kitchen islands, 8-foot dining tables | 15 lbs |
Finish Options: Express Your Interior Narrative
Your choice of finish transforms the Tillary’s personality. Each is formulated to complement specific design directions:
- Gold: Warm and romantic—pairs beautifully with cream walls, oak cabinetry, and vintage brass hardware. The most traditionally “Victorian” option, yet contemporary when set against minimalist white kitchens
- White: Ethereal and recessive—ideal for Scandinavian, farmhouse, and modern spaces where the fixture should disappear into the background, allowing your décor to shine
- Walnut: Rich and grounding—anchors the fixture into mid-century modern, transitional, and rustic interiors with darker wood palettes. Pairs naturally with mid-tone wood flooring and vintage furnishings
- Caramel: The bridge between warm and cool—a honeyed, transitional finish that flatters eclectic interiors mixing vintage and contemporary elements
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Materials | Brass arms, turned hardwood hub, clear borosilicate glass shades |
| Light Source | LED or vintage Edison-style bulbs (not included) |
| Bulb Base | E27 / E26 standard base |
| Voltage | AC 110–240 V (universal for North America & Europe) |
| Mounting | Hardwired to standard ceiling junction box |
| Suspension | Two-piece adjustable rod (10 cm + 20 cm / 3.9″ + 7.9″ standard). Custom lengths available—contact us with your ceiling height |
| Control | External wall switch (not included) |
| Rating | Indoor use, IP20 (dry locations) |
| Certifications | UL/ETL (North America), CE (Europe), CB Scheme, Saudi Arabia compliance |
Why Choose the Tillary?
🎯 Right Scale for Real Ceilings: At 11.8 inches, it won’t crowd your 8-foot ceiling—a common frustration with oversized vintage reproductions.
🎯 Modern Spaces Need Historical Soul: The Tillary brings warmth and character to contemporary interiors without feeling kitschy or dated.
🎯 Versatile Styling: Works equally well in farmhouse kitchens, mid-century modern lofts, transitional dining rooms, and eclectic vintage-inspired spaces.
🎯 Linear Appeal: The 8-head configuration’s 35.4-inch span is engineered for kitchen islands and long dining tables—spaces where round chandeliers crowd the view.
🎯 Craftsmanship & Materials: Turned wood detailing, solid brass hardware, and borosilicate glass shades ensure durability and timeless aesthetic.
Ideal Rooms & Design Contexts
- Farmhouse & Rustic: Walnut or gold finishes echo historical barn lighting
- Mid-Century Modern: Walnut hub with brass arms—the iconic postwar palette
- Transitional: Caramel finish bridges vintage warmth and contemporary minimalism
- Scandinavian & Nordic: White finish disappears into light, airy spaces
- Contemporary Kitchen: Any finish complements modern cabinetry; horizontal profile emphasizes open-plan aesthetics
- Eclectic & Maximalist: Multiple Tillary fixtures in different finishes create curated visual rhythm
Installation & Support
The Tillary requires hardwiring to a standard ceiling junction box—professional installation is recommended. The two-piece rod suspension allows for custom drop lengths; simply provide your finished ceiling height when ordering, and we’ll adjust before shipping.
All finishes are sealed and ready for immediate installation. Brass will develop a natural patina over time if left unsealed; glass shades are easily removable for cleaning.
FAQs
Which size fits my dining table or kitchen island?
The 3-head (22.8″ span) suits 4-seat round or square tables and entry halls. The 5-head (29.9″ span) is ideal for standard 6-foot rectangular dining tables seating six. The 8-head (35.4″ span) is engineered for long kitchen islands and 8-foot dining tables, where a linear fixture reads more balanced than round chandeliers.
Can I customize the suspension rod length?
Absolutely. The standard two-piece rod totals about 30 cm (11.8″) drop. Since the fixture itself is only 11.8 inches tall, the 3-head works comfortably on standard 8-foot ceilings out of the box. If you need a shorter or longer drop, message us your finished ceiling height before shipping, and we’ll adjust at no extra cost.
Which finish should I choose?
Gold is warmest and most romantic—pair with cream walls, oak floors, and brass hardware. White recedes into modern and Scandinavian interiors. Walnut anchors mid-century and farmhouse spaces with darker wood tones. Caramel is transitional—softer and honeyed, flattering eclectic rooms mixing eras.
What bulbs are compatible?
Any standard E27/E26 base bulb works—LED, vintage Edison-style incandescent, or smart bulbs. Clear glass shades showcase filament-style bulbs beautifully; warm white (2700K) creates ambient, inviting light ideal for dining and entertaining.
Is professional installation required?
We recommend professional hardwiring to ensure safety and compliance with local electrical codes. The fixture connects to standard ceiling junction boxes; installation typically takes 1–2 hours.
Questions? Reach out to our design team—we’re happy to help you find the perfect Tillary configuration for your space.
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