Frequently Asked Questions
What is the history of Lobmeyr Lighting?
Lobmeyr’s lighting atelier extends the house’s two-century mastery of glass into the monumental scale of architectural chandelier and fixture design.
What makes Lobmeyr Lighting extraordinary?
Lobmeyr Lighting is extraordinary because its most celebrated commission—the Metropolitan Chandelier, designed in 1966 for the Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center—remains one of the defining objects of twentieth-century interior design.
What is the Script collection by Bodo Sperlein?
Designed by Bodo Sperlein and inspired by the forms of typography, the Script collection is Lobmeyr Lighting’s most contemporary statement—each fixture conceived as a sculptural object that, in Sperlein’s words, “must also look good when it is not lit.”
What other Lobmeyr chandelier designs are available through Kneen & Co?
Beyond Script, Kneen & Co offers Lobmeyr’s full lighting portfolio, including the Parisian 5-Light Chandelier, the Pagoda 8-Light Chandelier, the Salesianergasse 3-Light Lantern, and the iconic Metropolitan series.
How is Lobmeyr lighting produced?
Every Lobmeyr fixture is produced in the Viennese atelier using mouth-blown crystal assembled entirely by hand, in processes refined across two centuries.
How does Lobmeyr lighting integrate modern technology?
The integration of contemporary LED technology and smart-home DALI and Bluetooth control systems is achieved without any compromise to the visual integrity of the historic designs.
Is a Lobmeyr chandelier appropriate for a residential interior?
Yes. Lobmeyr creates chandeliers for the most demanding residential interiors in the world—including dining rooms, entrance halls, libraries, and drawing rooms. A Lobmeyr chandelier transforms an interior permanently, becoming among the most remarked-upon objects in any room it inhabits.
Can Lobmeyr Lighting pieces be customized?
Yes. Lobmeyr lighting pieces can be customized to suit your space and vision. We invite you to reach out to our team at Kneen & Co to discuss your requirements and explore the full range of possibilities.
What lead times apply to Lobmeyr Lighting commissions at Kneen & Co?
Lobmeyr Lighting pieces are handmade and produced to order in Vienna with typical lead times of 10–16 weeks. Given the scale and specificity of many chandelier commissions, early engagement with the Kneen & Co team is strongly encouraged.