Chandelier - Bronze, Alabaster, Glass - Napoléon III style
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French bronze, alabaster and glass chandelier dating to the late 19th century in Napoléon III style, with a central alabaster bowl about 40 cm in diameter, three glass tulip arms, and overall dimensions of 85 cm high, 63 cm wide and 60 cm deep, electrified for contemporary use and in good condition with a discreet crack at the top of the shaft.
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Chandelier and alabaster bowl – 19th century
France, second half of the 19th century
Elegant and spectacular Napoleonic III-style French chandelier, crafted in richly ornamented and gilded bronze, presenting a substantial circular alabaster bowl with beautiful natural nuances.
The structure of the chandelier is particularly decorative and richly worked. It features many ornaments characteristic of the Second Empire taste: scrollwork, acanthus leaves, garlands, volutes and foliate elements.
The central part consists of a beautiful alabaster bowl of about 40 cm in diameter. The natural translucency of this stone allows for a particularly warm illumination. An independent light source is placed inside to illuminate the bowl and bring out the natural nuances of the alabaster.
The chandelier also has three light arms ending in glass tulips. Each tulip is held by three brass screws gripping the edge of the glass, a fixing system characteristic of this type of antique lighting fixture.
The whole assembly presents a substantial decorative upper portion as well as a suspension chain.
The electrification has been redone, allowing the chandelier to be used in a contemporary interior.
There is a discreet crack at the top of the shaft, invisible when suspended and not compromising the structure, the whole being fixed by an internal threaded rod.
a dedicated crate for secure shipment with packing supports
Chandelier and alabaster bowl – 19th century
France, second half of the 19th century
Elegant and spectacular Napoleonic III-style French chandelier, crafted in richly ornamented and gilded bronze, presenting a substantial circular alabaster bowl with beautiful natural nuances.
The structure of the chandelier is particularly decorative and richly worked. It features many ornaments characteristic of the Second Empire taste: scrollwork, acanthus leaves, garlands, volutes and foliate elements.
The central part consists of a beautiful alabaster bowl of about 40 cm in diameter. The natural translucency of this stone allows for a particularly warm illumination. An independent light source is placed inside to illuminate the bowl and bring out the natural nuances of the alabaster.
The chandelier also has three light arms ending in glass tulips. Each tulip is held by three brass screws gripping the edge of the glass, a fixing system characteristic of this type of antique lighting fixture.
The whole assembly presents a substantial decorative upper portion as well as a suspension chain.
The electrification has been redone, allowing the chandelier to be used in a contemporary interior.
There is a discreet crack at the top of the shaft, invisible when suspended and not compromising the structure, the whole being fixed by an internal threaded rod.
a dedicated crate for secure shipment with packing supports
Details
Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Title additional information
Napoléon III style
Material
Alabaster, Bronze, Glass
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
85 cm
Width
63 cm
Depth
60 cm
Estimated period
late 19th century
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