Large chandeliers are one of those purchases where the wrong call is hard to recover from — wrong scale, wrong style, or a fitting that simply doesn't hold the room. With an 18-light, dual-tier piece spanning over a metre in diameter, getting the specification right from the outset matters enormously.
For statement chandeliers in high-ceilinged spaces, the key decisions come down to scale, suspension drop, and aesthetic coherence. The Warwick's adjustable drop range — from 1,040mm to 5,970mm minimum to maximum — means it can be set correctly for the ceiling height during installation, rather than guessed at. IP20 rated, it is suited to dry interior environments such as entrance halls, dining rooms, and double-height living spaces.
The Elstead Warwick 18 Light Chandelier is a large-format, ceiling-mounted chandelier manufactured exclusively by Elstead in the United Kingdom. It carries 18 candle-style lamp holders arranged across two concentric wagon-wheel tiers — six on the inner upper ring, twelve on the outer lower ring — suspended from a central chain with additional chain links connecting both tiers. The overall dimensions are 970mm in height and 1,220mm in diameter.
The design replicates the wrought ironwork aesthetic of medieval great-hall fittings. Thick metal bands, heavy-duty decorative chain links, and evenly spaced raised diamond bosses on the ring surfaces give the piece its distinctly historical character. Small spherical finials hang beneath each candle holder, and the candle sleeves sit on shallow circular bobeches intended for flame-tipped bulbs. The finish is a matte graphite black, lending the visual weight of aged ironwork without the unpredictability of genuine antique pieces.
The Warwick is rated IP20, meaning it is designed for dry interior locations only — not suitable for bathrooms, covered terraces, or other humid environments. Lamp holders are candle-style sleeves designed for flame-tipped bulbs; bulbs are not included. Prospective specifiers should confirm lamp type and wattage requirements, and ensure dimming compatibility is addressed at circuit level if dimming is required. The suspension chain allows a maximum drop of approximately 5,970mm, making it suitable for stairwells and double-height entrance halls with correct installation planning.
At Lightsource Mallorca, we work with products like the Warwick because they represent considered specification choices — a piece that earns its place through craftsmanship and scale, not just aesthetic novelty. We help coordinate lead times, confirm installation requirements for your specific ceiling height and room context, and ensure your lighting specification holds together from concept to delivery.
