Schonbek® Launches New Product Family, Showcases 2012 Collection At June Dallas International Lighting Market

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y., June 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Schonbek®, the world's leading crystal chandelier brand, will excite the retail lighting industry at the Dallas International Lighting Market, June 21 - 24, Swarovski Lighting showroom (Ste. 4926), with the launch of a new product family. In addition, Schonbek will present a radiant display of its entire 2012 collection.

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Amytis
'Amytis', a basket-style chandelier, is alive with floral motifs and jewel-like details, and is available in five seasonal crystal and finish combinations. Also new for 2012 are decorative chain covers in matching finishes for 'Amytis', among other products.

Emperio and Estella
From Schonbek's crafted iron product assortment is 'Emperio' and 'Estella'. 'Emperio' pays tribute to the charms of the Southern European countryside with its clean lines, soft organic shapes and robust trim work. 'Estella', a contemporary yet timeless product family, stretches the boundaries in crystal lighting with its elongated, shallow design ideal for less formal spaces with low ceilings.

Palio and Poeta
Honoring the classicism of the artistic cast is 'Palio' and 'Poeta'. 'Palio' is a full-cast chandelier composed entirely of Italian castings with special cast arms only available to Schonbek. 'Poeta', a mixed-cast chandelier, boasts glass sculptures and bobeches from the finest glass manufacturing region in Europe. Both 'Palio' and 'Poeta' offer new colored crystal offerings by SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS: Bronze Shade and Silver Night.

Ekaterina
Rounding out the 2012 Schonbek product collection is the expansion of the 'Ekaterina' family, a Schonbek icon.

In true Schonbek form, the new product family and the complete 2012 collection demonstrate the brand's commitment to superior design, craftsmanship and quality, shining bright as a luxury brand in a class all of its own.

Schonbek® is revered as the world's leading crystal chandelier brand, specializing in the design and production of handcrafted chandeliers and exclusive tailor-made and custom crystal lighting. Its heritage of premium quality and timeless style dates back to 1870. Schonbek pieces adorn Hollywood movie sets and prestigious venues, as well as palaces, theaters, luxury casinos, fine restaurants and other notable locations around the world.

Originally a Bohemian company, Schonbek is now based in Plattsburgh (New York, USA), and has been a member of the Swarovski Company since 2007.

SOURCE Swarovski Lighting