This fantastic small Louis XVI chandelier features finely chiseled bronze and gorgeous jasper ware medallions. The French antique piece dates back to the 19th century, sporting a woven fabric stem which cascades from a classic Louis XVI style ribbon at top. Detailed bronze cups and bobeches rest on herms facing downward which sit next to three oval jasperware medallions, in the manner of "Wedgwood", framed in bronze. Interspersed with these jasperware medallions, rest three oval frosted cut crystal medallions, also framed in bronze and embellished with laurel wreaths. Finally, the antique fixture is finished with a detailed acorn finial.
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French 19th Century Empire Bronze & Crystal Chandelier with Detailed Eagles
Item Number: 2141
This French Empire chandelier features beautiful bronze accompanied by a plethora of crystals, and dates to the 19th century. Note the oval cut crystals graduating in size from the top to the center ring, the pointed crystals draped at center, below which lies more graduating crystals flowing to the bottom of the basket. Finally, at bottom, pointed crystals act as a delicate finial at. The bronze is detailed with beaded drippers, candle cups, and bobeches resting on top of eagles which extend from the center ring. Lastly, palmettes rest above fleurettes in between each eagle, culminating the long list of details on this beautiful fixture.
Price: $45,000