SPUTNIK CHANDELIER: THE COMEBACK
An icon of mid-century modern design, the Sputnik chandelier has taken mainstream design by storm because of its nostalgia and surprising versatility.
Named after the first satellite launched into space in 1957, the Sputnik chandelier became a hit in the mid-20th century when the world turned its eyes to the sky. It was an exciting time for exploring new frontiers, including design. Mid-century modern design is characterized by clean simplicity and integration with the natural world, captured by the sputnik’s starburst shape. Read more here.