If you want your chandeliers to stand out and be noticed then I would suggest black. It will contrast nicely with the ceiling and beams. If the chandeliers are not meant for decorative purposes, or you don't necessarily want them to stand out I would...
Would the chandelier be over the stairs? If so, you need to take that into account. The problem usually with chandeliers in a two story foyer is that they are too small (especially diameter wise). I have not heard of any rule as to what the height sh...
i've bought two chandeliers from pottery barn in the past few months, and they haven't caused any problems yet. so i say go for it. if anything happens to it, just return it.