Elk Antler Chandeliers
Also: Antler Chandeliers, Rustic Chandeliers
There is no confusion in the fact that antlers are associated with deer and hunting. This makes them ideal symbols for hunting lodge and cabin decor, including chandeliers. Where some confusion may arise, though, is whether the antlers you see described as elk's may, by another, be seen as those of a moose.
In Europe, the North American moose is referred to as an elk, while the elk seen in the US and Canada is called a red deer. So, for the purpose of chandeliers, let us just say that an elk is a large deer and can have proportionately large and impressive antlers.
The antlers of any deer can be quite various and individual, which means that they can be used to create unique chandeliers. The more antlers, the more imrpessive the chandelier can be, and the more expensive of course.
There is no dispute, though, over the rustic appeal of antler chandeliers. One problem with using real antlers, though, is their brittleness as they age. And of course, not everyone with a country lodge is a hunter and may not want to use real animal products.
Reproduction antlers, though, can look just as impressive, and be more sturdy and long lasting. You may not have realised when reading through that the pictured chandeliers are all reproduction. Each antler, though, is just as unique as the real thing, with each being hand finished.
As well as the sturdiness, using reproduction antlers can make it easier to construct a safer light, with the wiring being internal, however many antlers or lights there may be. Those shown are based on the North American elk's antlers.
Even if you are a serious North American deer hunter, yopu may still appreciate the artificial elk, or other deer, antlers when it comes to choosing the lighting fixtures for your hunting lodge.
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