Vintage chandelier "Sputnik" in the style of mid-century modern. The frame of the chandelier is made in the style of the famous German designer Richard Essig, it is made of chrome-plated metal, the shades in the form of balls are frosted glass. Has nine lights. Germany, 1960s

According to one theory, in such “satellite” chandeliers, nine light points are often found in honor of the nine planets of the solar system. In the 1960s, such chandeliers became fashionable due to the increased interest in space topics, including one of the main events in history - the first manned flight into space in 1961.