Antique Ceiling Lamp with Cattle Horns, Austria, circa 1880

About the Item

Antique ceiling lamp with cattle horns, Austria, circa 1880 A rare rustic ceiling lamp made of original bull or cattle horns, wood, brass chains and fittings and velvet fabric. Manufactured in Austria ca. 1880. An extraordinary addition to each rustic cabin setting. The chandelier is in unrestored original condition - wood with old wormholes, fabric needs to be restored, old cabling. Height: 59.06" (150cm) Diameter: 33.46" (85cm) This article contains parts of animal origin, which belong to non-endangered and non-threatened animals and follow the US Fish & Wildlife regulations. They are not listed on CITES Appendix I and II. Our international shipping follows all country laws. Antler furniture have been one of the popular novelties of the great exhibition of the industries of all nations in London in 1851. A new lifestlye trend was born and the ambitious European middle-class generated a fabulous upswing. One of the first designers to be mentioned is the German carver and furniture manufacturer H. F. C. Rampendahl who gained enthusiastic successes on several world exhibitions with his antler furniture. In the aftermath one began to manufacture antler furniture in series. artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing in Black Forest woodcarvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are displayed in a 100 years old barn in southern Germany which we have remodeled ourselves. Antique pieces have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packed and with money back guarantee. This qualifies us as your preferred partner for Black Forest and antique art.

Dimensions:

Height: 59.06 in (150 cm)Diameter: 33.47 in (85 cm)

Style:

Early Victorian (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Antler,Wood

Place of Origin:

Austria

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1880

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Needs restauration, old wormholes, original worn fabric, old cabling. Please contact us if you have specific questions.

Seller Location:

Berghuelen, DE

Reference Number:

Seller: e38671stDibs: LU988724322202

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