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A Large French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Crystal Bell Jar Lantern Chandelier

$26,000
£19,596.69
€22,650.25
CA$36,737.86
A$40,155.81
CHF 21,149.09
MX$493,754.35
NOK 264,305.40
SEK 248,659.21
DKK 169,098.12

About the Item

A grand and exquisitely detailed large Antique French neoclassical gilt bronze and crystal 9 light bell jar lantern chandelier. This impressive fixture harmoniously blends classical refinement with the innovations of the early electric era. At its heart, a bell-shaped crystal reservoir is suspended by four gracefully twisted gilt bronze supports, which rise to meet a domed corona richly adorned with scrolling motifs and loop finials, evoking architectural symmetry and formal elegance. The gilded bronze arms are further enhanced by delicate white-painted bands encircling both the rim and base of the crystal bell jar, offering a subtle yet refined contrast to the warm gilt finish. Within, a central column supports multiple electric sockets, thoughtfully designed to illuminate both the interior and exterior of the bell jar—an inventive adaptation of traditional 18th-century lantern forms for modern interiors. Six scrolling gilt bronze arms extend gracefully from the jar’s perimeter. Faceted crystal drops and beaded swags cascade in graduated tiers from each arm and across the central frame, creating a shimmering interplay of light and movement. Additional vertical cut crystal prisms encircle the rim of the bell jar, while a faceted crystal pendant suspended at the base completes the elegant downward flow of the composition. The bell jar’s horizontally ribbed surface introduces a subtle optical texture that beautifully contrasts with the vertical prisms and delicate crystal swags. The overall design pays homage to 18th-century vestibule and corridor lanterns, reinterpreted here with lavish ornamentation. This chandelier exemplifies the sophisticated craftsmanship French lighting ateliers, where classical forms were reimagined with electric illumination, gilt bronze mounts, and meticulously hand-cut crystal components—resulting in a radiant centerpiece of neoclassical elegance and technical innovation.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Diameter: 32 in (81.28 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Hardwired
  • Lampshade:
    Not Included
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BB-1371stDibs: LU1066645818942

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