Hanging lamp - Cut crystal and bronze - Art Deco

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

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Description from the seller

Stunning Art Deco lamp with carved glass shade
Rosette and details in cast bronze
France in the first half of the 20th century.
Original lampshade Ø14 x 21 high, cm
1 light point E27 socket
Crown in cold-worked bronze
It will be sent properly packaged with insured and guaranteed shipping.

Materials attachment
- Upper rosette and crown: Bronze. Scratch test at 0.5/1 tenths with copper remains, hardness 70/200 HBrinell, file hardness less than 60 HRC (600 HB)

It will be shipped properly packaged with insured and guaranteed shipping. The item in the photos is for sale, and they are an essential part of the description.

This is an Art Deco style ceiling lamp, probably produced between the 1930s and 1940s. The lamp features a bronze finial and an original cut glass lampshade. The item measures approximately 46 cm high with a chain and a 20 x 14 cm lampshade. These bronze and glass lamps were often used to decorate the interiors of homes and iconic buildings during the rise of the Art Deco style and until the mid-20th century.

Main Features
1. Materials and Manufacturing Technique
The ceiling rose is made of bronze, a material widely used in various types of lamps during the early decades of the 20th century. Bronze not only provides a sophisticated and durable appearance, but also facilitates the creation of intricate decorative details such as the floral motifs seen on the piece.
Original cut glass tulip, shape, common in lamps of the 30s and 40s, which reflect light elegantly, creating a brilliant and, in many cases, rainbow effect that was highly sought after in the majestic rooms of the time.

Art Deco style
The Art Deco style emerged in the 1920s and continued to develop as a key influence on decor until the 1940s. It reflected the growing fascination with industrial materials and geometric designs. The lamp pictured resembles this movement, particularly in the symmetrical details present in the bronze that makes up its main structure and in the geometry of the glass pieces, perfectly aligned in circles or squares depending on the design.

3. Historical Context
Art Deco was a symbol of economic power and technological advancement, employing luxurious materials like bronze, which, along with the introduction of electricity, transformed interior design. This type of lamp was often found in luxurious mansions, theaters, and grand foyers. The 1930s were a difficult time worldwide due to the Great Depression, yet this style continued to spread because of what it represented: luxury, modernity, and functionality.

Condition of preservation
The item is in good condition, the patina of the bronze is in good condition and shows a fairly uniform color.

Market Prices
The market for antique and Art Deco lamps remains a highly sought-after collectible category on international platforms. Based on analysis conducted with multiple global sources, the following trends can be observed for lamps with similar characteristics:

Octagonal Art Deco bronze and glass lamps from the same period typically fetch between €100 and €200, depending on the condition and rarity of the ornamentation. Some larger lamps, with more crystals and decorative details in perfect condition, can reach €600–€800.

Stunning Art Deco lamp with carved glass shade
Rosette and details in cast bronze
France in the first half of the 20th century.
Original lampshade Ø14 x 21 high, cm
1 light point E27 socket
Crown in cold-worked bronze
It will be sent properly packaged with insured and guaranteed shipping.

Materials attachment
- Upper rosette and crown: Bronze. Scratch test at 0.5/1 tenths with copper remains, hardness 70/200 HBrinell, file hardness less than 60 HRC (600 HB)

It will be shipped properly packaged with insured and guaranteed shipping. The item in the photos is for sale, and they are an essential part of the description.

This is an Art Deco style ceiling lamp, probably produced between the 1930s and 1940s. The lamp features a bronze finial and an original cut glass lampshade. The item measures approximately 46 cm high with a chain and a 20 x 14 cm lampshade. These bronze and glass lamps were often used to decorate the interiors of homes and iconic buildings during the rise of the Art Deco style and until the mid-20th century.

Main Features
1. Materials and Manufacturing Technique
The ceiling rose is made of bronze, a material widely used in various types of lamps during the early decades of the 20th century. Bronze not only provides a sophisticated and durable appearance, but also facilitates the creation of intricate decorative details such as the floral motifs seen on the piece.
Original cut glass tulip, shape, common in lamps of the 30s and 40s, which reflect light elegantly, creating a brilliant and, in many cases, rainbow effect that was highly sought after in the majestic rooms of the time.

Art Deco style
The Art Deco style emerged in the 1920s and continued to develop as a key influence on decor until the 1940s. It reflected the growing fascination with industrial materials and geometric designs. The lamp pictured resembles this movement, particularly in the symmetrical details present in the bronze that makes up its main structure and in the geometry of the glass pieces, perfectly aligned in circles or squares depending on the design.

3. Historical Context
Art Deco was a symbol of economic power and technological advancement, employing luxurious materials like bronze, which, along with the introduction of electricity, transformed interior design. This type of lamp was often found in luxurious mansions, theaters, and grand foyers. The 1930s were a difficult time worldwide due to the Great Depression, yet this style continued to spread because of what it represented: luxury, modernity, and functionality.

Condition of preservation
The item is in good condition, the patina of the bronze is in good condition and shows a fairly uniform color.

Market Prices
The market for antique and Art Deco lamps remains a highly sought-after collectible category on international platforms. Based on analysis conducted with multiple global sources, the following trends can be observed for lamps with similar characteristics:

Octagonal Art Deco bronze and glass lamps from the same period typically fetch between €100 and €200, depending on the condition and rarity of the ornamentation. Some larger lamps, with more crystals and decorative details in perfect condition, can reach €600–€800.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Art Deco
No. of items
1
Material
Cut crystal and bronze
Country of Origin
France
Style
Art Deco
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In Working Order
Yes
Height
45 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
15 cm
Weight
2 kg
Estimated Period
1930-1940
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