This 19th century French chandelier is an immaculate example of Sevres Porcelain in lighting. Sevres, both a city in France and one of the most highly regarded porcelain manufacturers is known for just that, creating immaculate porcelain. The stamp of Sevres is marked by two intercrossing L’s, occasionally with a letter to note either the painter or date. The piece is densely adorned with delicate brushstrokes. Scenes of a couple planting a tree, a gentleman playing music for a woman, and a picnic outing interlace the porcelain with the floral motif. It’s incredibly fine artistry is exemplified in every part of the piece. The bronze sports a magnificent acanthus leaf motif and the chandelier has an impressive 24 lights.
Price: $45,000
Black and Gold Wood and Crystal Chandelier with Iron and Tole elements, Italian Mid-20th Century
Item Number: 4090a
Dating to the mid-20th century, this simple and elegant chandelier is stylistically Louis XVI. Made primarily of wood and draped with crystal, the fixture also has decorative iron and tole elements found at top and on the bases of the arms. The arms support ropes of octagonal crystal, crystal teardrops, and crystal spears.
Price: $2,750