In 1958, Marvin Alexander opened a small showroom specializing in antique lighting fixtures, a passion of his. As his reputation grew, so did his prized collection. In the early 1980's, recognizing the decreasing availability of outstanding antique lighting, Mr. Alexander created the L'Etoile Collection of reproduction lighting. David Reitner joined the firm as an apprentice to Mr. Alexander in 1993. Today, as president of Marvin Alexander, Inc., Mr. Reitner is responsible for all aspects of both the antiques and the reproduction lighting. Mr. Reitner makes several trips internationally each year in search of antique lighting fixtures. Supported by an amazing network of global contacts, he is able to locate and bring to the Marvin Alexander, Inc. showroom the most remarkable selection of chandeliers, sconces, candelabra lamps, candlesticks and decorative accessories to be found anywhere. The L'Etoile collection of reproduction lighting also benefits from Mr. Reitner's extraordinary eye. He literally searches the world for the finest materials and manufacturers for the collection. Each Item in the L'Etoile collection - whether a faithful reproduction of an antique or personally designed by Mr. Reitner "in the style of" - is manufactured to the high standards of quality and design that have made Marvin Alexander, Inc. an industry leader for five decades. If you are seeking the finest in lighting - reproduction or antique - Marvin Alexander, Inc. and the L'Etoile Collection is the perfect source for you.