We all know that the chandelier scene is amongst the greatest moments in TV comedy.
But how about having your very own Touch of Glass moment with the chandlier?
You can now “brace yourselves” up a ladder and enjoy your own comedy scene.
The Only Fools and Horses Appreciation Society brings you our latest attraction.
The Chandelier Scene From David Jason’s Perspective
Sir David Jason gave a radio interview recently and spent some time chatting to Richard Hatch about some classic episodes from Only Fools & Horses including the story behind the classic chandelier episode. John Sullivan’s father was the inspiration for the smashed chandelier storyline. Working as a plumber in the 1930s, he was part of a group of men who were fitting a new heating system into a stately home, and had to move some chandeliers. As with the Trotters, there was a mix up and the wrong one was undone and smashed. Sullivan found the story hilarious, although his father – who was sacked as a result of the incident – did not see the funny side. After watching the episode, however, he telephoned his son and agreed that it was funny after all. David Jason and Ray Butt agreed that the storyline ought to be used, meaning Sullivan had to write the script backwards, starting with just the end point and then working out how the Trotters would come to be in a mansion
The actual chandelier scene
Brace yourself Rodney! With Rodney and Del up ladders, and an old sheet the only thing between the cut-glass chandelier and the floor, it is only natural that Grandad detaches the chandelier from the room behind them.
There was one of these at the ideal home show but it was really small.