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How can I spot a vintage chandelier?

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How can I spot a vintage chandelier?
One way to spot an authentic vintage chandelier is to check the materials used, which will be either brass, bronze or copper. The drops also were usually faceted on both sides as opposed to modern day chandeliers that have one faceted side and one smooth side. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic vintage chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Shop for Polychrome Chandelier on 1stDibs
Italian Carved Polychrome Chandelier
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Beautifully carved, electrified eight-light Italian polychrome chandelier. Tole arms, bobeches and
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1990s Italian Renaissance Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

One of Two Italian Tole Flowers Polychrome Chandeliers
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two Italian tole flower polychrome chandeliers.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Tôle, Metal

Cast Iron Polychrome Chandelier
Located in Canton, MA
Six light polychrome cast iron chandelier. Restored original finish. Completely rewired and ready
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20th Century American Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Italian Tole with Porcelain Flowers Polychrome Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
A vintage tole five-light chandelier with yellow, green and orange flowers and leaf
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Italian Tole with Porcelain Flowers Polychrome Chandelier, circa 1870
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 3 lights. Original color tole with gold bulb holders, top and canopy. Big and small handmade porcelain flowers. Extremely rare, these were never exported to the USA. Adding 8...
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Antique 19th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Tôle

Huge Italian Tole Porcelain Flowers Polychrome Chandelier, circa 1870 Rare
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 4 lights, 3 encircling and one in center. Will be newly rewired with certified UL US sockets for the United States and appropriate sockets for all other countries and ready t...
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Antique 19th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Tôle

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