Antique French Empire Bronze 23-Light Chandelier

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This antique French Empire chandelier dates from the early 19th century.  It features a circular frame with lower canopy of faceted crystal chains and eleven candles, and outer ring of twelve candle arms. Measures 56" tall and 42" across. A central stem connects the lower frame with an upper ring decorated with lotus flowers.  Drilled and wired for electricity. Upright candlearms early 1800s. Lacking some glass elements, some others replaced, some with chips and some now disconnected. Ormolu has some rubbing and oxidation. Top section with one out-curling leaf is broken.  Provenance:  Sotheby's.

Item Details

Reference #:
ha-952
Quantity
1
Category
Furniture & Furnishings
SubCategory
Lighting
Department
Antiques (approx100yrs)
Year
19th Century
Dimensions
(Width x Height X Depth)
42.00 x 56.00 x 42.00
Weight
Unknown
Condition
Very Good
Material