I can't tell you exactly how to make it, but I can assure you that if you go to a lighting or DIY store, you'll find everything you need to create a light similar to this one.

Conduit piping, sockets, wire, bulbs.

I like how that branches like a tree limb but looks sorta old fashioned too. I just don't understand how that gets priced at $14k???

Maybe search around Etsy for people who make chandeliers or work w/ metal and see if they could make you something similar for less.

sexyartbeast is pointing you the right way...you can't get better than DIY instructions from the artist herself.

in AT ReNest

http://www.re-nest.com/re-nest/green-style/green-style-diy-chandelier-105363

Sexyartbeast, I was going to share the same thing. Definitely a fun DIY project.

If you know anyone with welding skills, then this is a fun option: http://www.modernests.com/2009/02/modern-materials-branch-light.html

@ MODERnestS:

That's a great looking chandelier. It holds your attention.

However, the article is misleading: brass isn't welded, it's brazed. The difference is that lots of people can weld, but it's hard to find someone who knows how to braze a joint, especially in brass. If you're gonna tackle this, be sure to check on this point.

I'm half tempted to try it.

Alexander

@AlexanderB

The only difference between brazing and soldering is the temperature. Brazing is actually quite simple, and in my opinion much easier than Oxy-acetylene welding.

The branches of this light fixture look just like chemistry model sets that harried organic chemistry students use! In fact, this looks like a 2,3,5,6-quadmethyl-4,7-dipropyloctane molecule....

For those who might consider this DIY, I consulted one of the EE I work with and here are his comments:

26 AWG single-conductor wire with PVC insulation might be slightly undersized for 40W bulbs, most certainly undersized if you want to ramp it up to 60W. Also, consider using Teflon-coated wire for better wire insulation (and safer design).

Use 26 AWG wire if you want 60 W bulbs, but then consider the increase in wire OD and possible increase in brass pipe ID.

And finally, "if you're going to paint it, by God, don't use brass! Use something cheaper!" (lol)

I know this isn't exactly like the chandelier you want, but it's somewhat similar & it's only $199:

http://www.cb2.com/family.aspx?c=120&f=5281

Then this 1 is almost identical to yours but the price tag is still steep at $9,600:

http://www.mattermatters.com/products.asp?id=283

& finally, this one is very similar & it's only $300 on etsy:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/jeanpelle

Thanks gnj for the above reco -- I am planning to order -- love the look and the price!!