Nine-Arm “Sputnik” Chandelier, Jaroslav Bejvl Sr, 1970s, Czechoslovakia

This nine-arm “Sputnik” chandelier was designed by Jaroslav Bejvl Sr. in the 1970s for Lustry n. p. Kamenický Šenov, a renowned Czechoslovak lighting manufacturer. The piece features a polished brass central sphere with nine radiating arms ending in white opal glass shades, combining brass and milk glass in a refined mid-century composition. The chandelier remains in undamaged, original condition and represents a characteristic example of Czech lighting design from the period, suitable as a central fixture in living spaces, dining rooms, entry halls, or interiors requiring a distinctive vintage element.

Specifications:

• Design: Jaroslav Bejvl Sr.

• Manufacturer: Lustry n. p. Kamenický Šenov

• Origin: Czechoslovakia

• Period: 1970s

• Style: Mid-century modern

• Material: Brass, opal glass

• Color: Brass, white glass

• Condition: Original, undamaged vintage condition

• Weight: 6–8 kg

Dimensions:

• Diameter: 57 cm

• Height with rod: 105 cm