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Large French Mid-Century Gilt Iron Crown / Sunburst Pendant or Flush Mount

$5,900
£4,479.18
€5,123.23
CA$8,243.16
A$9,168.19
CHF 4,787.34
MX$111,567.10
NOK 61,141.68
SEK 57,340.11
DKK 38,236.60
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About the Item

A Large French Mid-Century Modern Gilt Iron Crown or Sunburst Pendant / Chandelier / Flush Mount in the spirit of the legendary French ironworker, Gilbert Poillerat, circa 1940. This enchanting piece is composed gilt iron acanthus leaves arranged in a circular format to form an elegant crown or sunburst form. The leaves were gilt but age has allowed them to mellow to a beautiful, natural patina. The fixture is designed for 3 standard Edison sockets which can provide good light. This piece has a large 19.75" diameter which allows it to function as a chandelier, pendant or flush mount fixture. The Height of the fixture alone without any hanging chain or pipe is 7”. The fixture can extend from the ceiling from 10" to 48" using chains or a pipe, depending on aesthetic and functional needs of the project. Gilbert Poillerat was the most important ironworker / designer / metal fabricator in France during the 1940 period. He worked almost entirely by commission creating many unique works and his creations. are sought after by collectors of French decorative arts. Additional References: Jacques Adnet, Jacques Quinet, Marc du Plantier, Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Gio Ponti. This piece will ship from 315 East 91 Street, New York, NY.
  • Similar to:
    Gilbert Poillerat (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Diameter: 19.75 in (50.17 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Hardwired
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wrought Iron,Gilt,Hammered,Hand-Crafted,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. This chandelier is an authentic French 1940 piece, the authentic patina is naturally derived by age. Re-gilding of the piece is possible, if desired.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GP981stDibs: LU793539866242

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