The Cortina Glacial Tiered Chandelier | Natural Selenite & Solid Copper

Atmosphere & Illumination

The Cortina is a study in geological drama, evocative of a frozen waterfall suspended in silence. Composed of hundreds of hand-cleaved Natural Selenite crystals, the fixture transforms harsh electrical light into a soft, ethereal moon glow. The jagged, irregular edges of the stone capture the internal illumination, refracting it through the fibrous layers of the gypsum crystal to create a serene, cleansing atmosphere. It is a monolithic centerpiece designed to anchor grand dining rooms or master suites with the presence of a hanging glacier.

Materiality & Construction

Authenticity is the soul of this fixture. We reject the industry standard of using poured resin or "K9" glass to simulate stone. The Cortina utilizes authentic, mined Selenite (Gypsum Crystal), selected for its pearlescent opacity and unique fracture lines. These heavy mineral shards are anchored to a chassis of Solid Brushed Copper. We chose copper not only for its luxurious warmth—which peeks through the gaps in the stone—but for its superior ductility and resistance to corrosion, ensuring the frame never rusts or discolors the pristine white crystals.

The Casalola Standard

Engineering safety is our primary luxury. Because Selenite is a dense mineral, The Cortina is significantly heavier than a standard glass chandelier. The central copper spine is reinforced with a steel load-bearing core to prevent bowing. Every crystal is pre-drilled and mechanically secured (not glued), allowing for natural thermal expansion. The fixture ships with the crystals detached and individually wrapped in high-density foam to prevent grinding during transit, arriving with a "map" for precise re-installation by your electrician.