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What is tole style?
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Tole style refers to a method of creating decorative metalware that originated near Florence, Italy, during the early 19th century. It involves applying paint to sheet metal by hand. You can find a collection of tole decorative objects on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Tole Chandeliers on 1stDibs
Painted Tole Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French painted and gilt tole chandelier.
Measurements:
Drop: 25"
Diameter: 16".
Category
Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$7,200
French Neoclassical Tole Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French neoclassical tole chandelier.
Category
20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Tôle
French Neoclassical Tole Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French neoclassical tole chandelier.
Category
20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Tôle
Vintage Italian Tole Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's Italian painted tole chandelier with 4 lights.
Measurements:
Current drop: 40
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Vintage Painted Tole Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Italian painted tole chandelier with 8 lights.
Measurements:
Present drop: 36.5
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
A Painted Tole Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An Italian circa 1920's painted tole chandelier with 16 lights and porcelain flowers.
Measurements
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$12,000