French 19th Century Baccarat Napoleon III Chandelier, Bronze d’Ore, Ram Heads

This French Napoleon III chandelier dates back to the 19th century and is made of beautiful bronze d’ore. The piece is draped with Baccarat crystal, one of the most well known and one fo the finest manufacturers of crystal in France. Large faceted teardrops, plaquettes, and ropes of octagon cut crystal flow through the piece and hang from the arms and crown. The bronze d’ore work is immaculate and features most notably gorgeous rams’ heads holding even more crystal from their mouths. Further details can be seen in the acanthus leaves in the center, the finials throughout, and the cups and bobeches.