Hanging lamp - Alloy
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Description from the seller
19th Century Italian Cast Brass Chapel Oil Lamp, Later Electrified
Rare suspended oil lamp in cast brass, originally conceived for the private chapel of Villa Il Colombaio, Chianti Senese (Italy).
Provenance: From the private chapel of Villa Il Colombaio, formerly the private residence of Countess Isabella Bonucci Ugurgieri della Berardenga and her family. Acquired directly from the owner’s son in 2025. Provenance supported by a signed letter of attestation.
Dating to the 19th century, the lamp features a solid baluster-form body with three scrolling arms arranged in a triangular configuration.
Cast brass with original aged patina, preserved without restoration. Recently professionally rewired and fully functional.
Dimensions: Height 125 cm (49.2 in); Maximum diameter 45 cm (17.7 in).
Fitted with a 4-meter adjustable gold-colored cable. Recommended maximum voltage: 220 V.
A rare and authentic piece of Tuscan noble and devotional history, suitable for historic interiors or refined contemporary settings.
Power Source
Hardwired
Fitted with a 4-meter (approx. 13 ft) electrical cable, allowing flexible installation and adjustable hanging height.
Electrical Specifications
Recommended maximum voltage: 220 V
Cord Details
The fixture is currently fitted with a visible cord for aesthetic purposes, intentionally left exposed to enhance the visual balance of the piece.
Cord color: gold, with tiny darker gold dots (only noticeable at close visual distance i.e. 50 cm).
The total drop and intertwining with the chain can be adjusted as desired during installation.
19th Century Italian Cast Brass Chapel Oil Lamp, Later Electrified
Rare suspended oil lamp in cast brass, originally conceived for the private chapel of Villa Il Colombaio, Chianti Senese (Italy).
Provenance: From the private chapel of Villa Il Colombaio, formerly the private residence of Countess Isabella Bonucci Ugurgieri della Berardenga and her family. Acquired directly from the owner’s son in 2025. Provenance supported by a signed letter of attestation.
Dating to the 19th century, the lamp features a solid baluster-form body with three scrolling arms arranged in a triangular configuration.
Cast brass with original aged patina, preserved without restoration. Recently professionally rewired and fully functional.
Dimensions: Height 125 cm (49.2 in); Maximum diameter 45 cm (17.7 in).
Fitted with a 4-meter adjustable gold-colored cable. Recommended maximum voltage: 220 V.
A rare and authentic piece of Tuscan noble and devotional history, suitable for historic interiors or refined contemporary settings.
Power Source
Hardwired
Fitted with a 4-meter (approx. 13 ft) electrical cable, allowing flexible installation and adjustable hanging height.
Electrical Specifications
Recommended maximum voltage: 220 V
Cord Details
The fixture is currently fitted with a visible cord for aesthetic purposes, intentionally left exposed to enhance the visual balance of the piece.
Cord color: gold, with tiny darker gold dots (only noticeable at close visual distance i.e. 50 cm).
The total drop and intertwining with the chain can be adjusted as desired during installation.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Specific region of origin
Tuscany
Material
Alloy
Country of Origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In Working Order
Yes
Height
125 cm
Width
45 cm
Depth
45 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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