A scarce mid-century 'Chelsea' 3-drop cascade chandelier designed in 1958 by Peter Rodd & Richard Stevens for Atlas Lighting (later Thorn Lighting), with thick mouth-blown controlled bubble glass shades in three colourways, including Best Blue (scarce and discontinued fairly early in the production run of the Chelsea series), Cased Ruby, and Golden Amber, all by Whitefriars Glass, England.
The metal tubes with a black lacquer finish were the earlier iteration of the lamp, with later versions available solely in chromed metal.
The bulbs are concealed high within the metal tubes, illuminating the glass shades indirectly, which makes them glow gently and highlights the controlled bubble pattern from above, as well as giving a soft, glare-free downlight.
The lamp comes with an associated 3-way ceiling rose of the same period, with black lacquer and chrome finish.
Each pendant accepts a single B22 Bayonet bulb.
The lamp has been rewired with premium quality 3-core double-insulated cable, with a long drop that can easily be adjusted to your requirements during installation.
1960s Thorn Atlas / Whitefriars Glass 'Chelsea' 3 Drop Cascade Chandelier
Condition
One glass shade has some damage to the top rim (see last photo), but this is hidden when assembled and does not remotely affect its use. Otherwise, in great condition.
Measurements
Height (Max Drop): 1230 mm / 48.4"
Width or Diameter: 350 mm / 13.7"Height (cylinder lamp fitting): 250 mm / 9.8"
Width or Diameter (cylinder lamp fitting): 70 mm / 2.7"
