I May Have Finally Found a Dining Room Light. For Real This Time.
The first time I saw this Jean de Merry light was when I had lunch at BG Restaurant in Bergdorf Goodman in New York several years ago.
They are all flush mounted in the restaurant but it usually hangs from a chain:
I was reminded of it more recently when I saw it in the 2010Â Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles’ Christmas House:
When I saw it, I realized that it is exactly what I’ve been searching for for my dining room without even knowing it.
So I’ve been frantically researching it and I finally found it at a great local showroom called R Hughes. I went to see it yesterday and I liked it even better in person:
R Hughes, by the way, has the most exquisite things housed in a fantastic space at White Provision. If you’re local, I highly recommend a visit. Here’s just one shot of the showroom:
My only hesitation with the light is that I’m afraid I’m going to start seeing it everywhere and then I’ll start hating it. This is definitely an investment piece so I can’t be swapping it out 6 months from now!
Oh, what to do, what to do …..
(Photos: 1-2.Kelley Wearstler 3.Jean de Merry 4-5.Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles 6-7.FTRB)
Go for it! That is one gorgeous light!
I first saw this fixture in a house decorated by Betty Burgess, with architecture by Stan Dixon – it was in AH&L.
Here is a pic: http://www.atlantahomesmag.com/sites/default/files/images/3/gallery_images/100325_EGDINES_Lowe_Burges_06.jpg
It truly defined the house. Betty’s assistant told me that Betty had been wanting a client to use it for a long time, but it was a but edgy for Atlanta. The clients who live in this home loved it.
If you love it, you should get it. It is really a remarkable piece, truly like a sculpture. I love Jean de Merry, and think Ryan’s showroom is a great addition to the Atlanta design scene.
Thanks for the link – I saw that room too and I love how the light can work in so many different style of rooms.
It’s stunning and full of character. About seeing it everywhere, what does it matter? You have the eye to create the right environment for it, and that would be exclusive to you.
It shouldn’t matter but that’s the way I am. If I see too much of something I always get turned off…..
It will look amazing in your space, regardless of how many times its used.
Mr. Goodwill Hunting
Go with your first instinct….it is a gorgeous light…xv
Oh. My. That is one amazing, amazing piece. And I don’t do modern! Wow.
And I have to agree that it would be unique in your environment, definitely.
You are on a roll!
Now that got my attention!!! Wow!
I don’t know Ally, looks like you could put your eye out with that thing, but I’ve heard the eggs are tasty.
HA!
Spectacular! But, really, do we expect any less from a space designed by Kelly?
Me likey! It’s spectacular and a little bit dangerous.
You are giving me serious house envy with all of your posts of late.
Sandy K
Such a statement piece! I’m sure if you get sick of it in the dining room, you can work with it in other rooms in your house! It just seems so up your alley
Buy it. Love it. And just never look at an interior design magazine or blog again.
(kidding)
You are always going to face this unless you find a vintage one of a kind piece. I say go for it… it’s pretty special.
That’s exactly what we were saying yesterday!
It’d be no problem if I stopped reading blogs!
absolutely amazing.
You HAVE to get it- amazingly gorgeous!!
Do it! You have to trust that strong gut reaction when you love something. (And it IS fabulous!)
I LOVE this light, Just curious, what is the price (ballpark)????
It depends on the size and finish ….. but let’s just say it costs more than my first car…..
It’s AMAZING.
And if it’s a real investment, it’s not going to be just anywhere. Unlike the huge Ikea paper snowflake pendant I have in my dining room like so many others. And I even still love that.
Sometimes I think that a frantic hunt can lead to a letdown and second guessing when you find the prize. You’ve been so focused on finding it, you wonder if you really want it. And then that passes. Don’t you think?
I think you’re so right about the price keeping it from being overused. I’m kind of afraid someone will start knocking it off though and that would really get my goat!
I love, love, love this fixture and was just about to write a post about it but you beat me to it! I think it is interesting and unexpected with just enough of a vintage vibe. I say go for it!
Amy
This fixture is amazing! Even if it does pop up a lot I don’t think it’s possible to get sick of it, so unique and makes such a statement!
I say go for it…..especially if you love it!!!! I am the same way though. I have trouble wanting to invest in certain things afraid that I will change my mind later. Go with your gut Aly…that’s the best idea.
It is beautiful! Thanks for the reference to R. Hughes. I will definitely drop in!
Awesome light! I love it!
It’s fantastic! I feel like it’s pretty unique. I don’t see it as “safe” enough that it will be overused elsewhere.
How funny, chandeliers seemed to be a popular blog topic today!
Buy it, get sick of it (like all designers eventuallydo), list it on Ebay, take the money and repeat! By the time you make the next purchase I’m sure you’ll be inspired to purchase/ or repurpose another much loved piece!….Ahhhh the curse of the interior designer…Happens every time ;D
Good luck Ally!
xo-Julie
Haute Khuuture Blog
Well said – it’s a curse – but we wouldn’t want it any other way, would we?
I was in the West Farms mall on Thursday in CT (outside of Hartford) and the Louis Vuitton at the mall had a window display with a fixture that looked a lot like this light. Its was beautiful! I wish I had shot a photo of it. Made me think of your post.
If anyone is near by mall a mall LV it might be worth the look to see if they have similar displays in other states.
Great fixture great post! Buy it! You won’t get tired of it!
Happy Weekend!
Jamie Herzlinger