Shop Metropolitan Lighting Fixture Company's collection of sophisticated chandeliers, elegant pendants, bath lighting, and decorative wall sconces. Founded over 75 years ago in New York, Metropolitan Lighting began bringing masterful European designs to the American market and has evolved into a premier source for glamorous, timeless lighting.
Now part of the Minka Group, Metropolitan continues delivering refined fixtures that honor classic design while reflecting contemporary lifestyles.
About Metropolitan Lighting Fixture Company
Metropolitan Lighting Fixture Co. launched over seven decades ago with a mission to translate European elegance for American interiors. The brand's New York roots established a foundation of sophisticated style that continues today.
Metropolitan fixtures combine diverse materials—hand-cut crystal, art glass, wrought iron, and gilded metals—with refined finishes and meticulous craftsmanship. Each collection reflects the brand's commitment to glamorous, elegant designs suitable for formal living spaces, dining rooms, entries, and bath environments.
Metropolitan Chandeliers
Metropolitan chandeliers represent the brand's signature offering, spanning intimate fixtures to grand statement pieces.
Large Chandeliers — Metropolitan large chandeliers for dining rooms, two-story foyers, and formal living spaces. Crystal tiers, gilded frames, and refined silhouettes create dramatic focal points.
Medium Chandeliers — Versatile Metropolitan chandelier designs for standard dining rooms, bedrooms, and living areas with 9-10 foot ceilings.
Small and Miniature Chandeliers — Compact Metropolitan chandeliers for breakfast nooks, powder rooms, and intimate spaces requiring elegant overhead illumination.
Grand and Custom Chandeliers — Oversized Metropolitan fixtures for hospitality, commercial, and dramatic residential applications.
Metropolitan Pendants
Large Pendants — Statement Metropolitan pendant fixtures for entries, stairwells, and high-ceiling applications.
Medium Pendants — Versatile Metropolitan pendants for dining tables, kitchen counters, and single-fixture applications.
Mini and Small Pendants — Compact Metropolitan pendants for grouped installations and accent lighting.
Island Pendants — Linear Metropolitan configurations for kitchen islands and extended counter illumination.
Metropolitan Wall Sconces
Metropolitan wall lighting delivers refined elegance for hallways, bedrooms, and accent applications.
One Light Wall Sconces — Single-light Metropolitan sconces for accent lighting, hallways, and flanking mirrors or artwork.
Two Light Wall Sconces — Dual-light configurations providing broader wall coverage with balanced illumination.
Three Light Wall Sconces — Multi-light Metropolitan wall fixtures for dramatic accent applications.
Four/Five/Six Light Wall Sconces — Extended Metropolitan wall fixtures for grand halls and formal spaces.
Metropolitan Ceiling Fixtures
Flush Mount — Low-profile Metropolitan ceiling lights for bedrooms, hallways, and spaces with standard 8-foot ceilings. Crystal and glass accents maintain elegance in compact profiles.
Semi-Flush — Metropolitan semi-flush fixtures dropping 4-8 inches from ceilings, adding visual depth while maintaining clearance for 9-foot ceiling spaces.
Foyer and Hallway — Entry and transitional space lighting connecting rooms with coordinated Metropolitan elegance.
Metropolitan Bath Lighting
Metropolitan bath fixtures combine glamorous aesthetics with practical vanity illumination.
Bath Bars — Linear Metropolitan vanity lighting for bathroom mirrors. Crystal accents and polished finishes bring elegance to daily grooming.
Three Light Bath Fixtures — Mid-width vanity lighting for standard single-sink bathrooms.
Four Light and Up Bath Fixtures — Extended Metropolitan bath bars for double vanities and wide bathroom mirrors.
Popular Metropolitan Collections
Harbor House Collection
Coastal-inspired designs featuring natural textures and relaxed elegance for beach homes and casual interiors.
Traditional Collections
Crystal chandeliers, candelabra fixtures, and gilded frames honoring European design heritage.
Transitional Collections
Clean lines with refined details bridging classic elegance and contemporary simplicity.
Materials and Finishes
Signature Materials
Hand-Cut Crystal: Precision-faceted elements refracting light for maximum sparkle
Art Glass: Hand-blown and molded glass in clear, frosted, and tinted varieties
Wrought Iron: Substantial frames with hand-applied finishes
Cast Metal: Detailed components with gilded and antique patinas
Metropolitan Finishes
French Gold
Antique Bronze
Polished Nickel
Chrome
Aged Silver
Painted Finishes
Gilded and Gold Leaf
Design Styles
Traditional Elegance
Crystal chandeliers, ornate metalwork, and refined silhouettes suit formal dining rooms, living rooms, and grand entries.
Transitional Sophistication
Clean forms with elegant details bridge traditional warmth and contemporary simplicity for updated classic interiors.
Glamorous Modern
Polished metals, crystal accents, and sculptural forms deliver Hollywood-inspired sophistication for statement-making spaces.
Metropolitan and the Minka Group
Metropolitan Lighting Fixture Company operates as part of the Minka Group, alongside Minka Lavery and George Kovacs. This partnership ensures quality standards, manufacturing expertise, and design resources supporting Metropolitan's commitment to elegant, sophisticated lighting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Metropolitan Lighting from?
Metropolitan Lighting Fixture Company was founded in New York over 75 years ago, bringing European design sensibilities to American interiors. Today, Metropolitan operates as part of the Minka Group.
What is Metropolitan Lighting known for?
Metropolitan specializes in sophisticated, elegant, and glamorous lighting—particularly crystal chandeliers, refined pendants, and decorative wall sconces for formal and transitional interiors.
Is Metropolitan Lighting the same as Minka Lavery?
Metropolitan Lighting and Minka Lavery are sister brands under the Minka Group. Metropolitan focuses on traditional elegance and glamorous European-inspired designs, while Minka Lavery offers broader contemporary and transitional styles.
What styles do Metropolitan chandeliers come in?
Metropolitan chandeliers span traditional crystal designs, transitional styles with clean lines, and glamorous modern fixtures. Sizes range from miniature chandeliers for powder rooms to grand custom pieces for hospitality applications.
