The Contessa takes a transitional approach to a classic traditional style. The collection of lights feature frames of rectangular tubing finished in our Natural Aged Brass. The Satin White cylindrical shades provide a soft diffused light while adding a contemporary flair to the design. Maxim Lighting was founded in 1970 when aeronautical engineering student Jacob Sperling began to design and build his own light fixtures, which he first sold out of the back of a station wagon! The company has grown exponentially since and today it features a wide variety of lighting that spans different styles and is suitable for any space. Maxim Lighting's sister company is ET2, another Lights Online brand, which focuses on contemporary lighting designs.