Be the first to Write a Review The qualities that made Abelard a favorite of billiard halls, dining rooms and commercial spaces at the turn of the 20th century make it equally versatile today. With lights at either end of the crossbar, it easily spans a kitchen island, dining table or, indeed, a gaming table and sheds ample light for working or socializing. Meticulously crafted from solid brass, it not only retains the function of the original, but the details as well: ball and half-ball motifs, a curved flange and cone shades in classic white glass.