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Russian or Swedish Empire Crystal, Turquoise Glass and Gilt Bronze Chandelier

$16,000
£12,019.65
€13,860.61
CA$22,202.09
A$24,671.42
CHF 12,928.08
MX$302,550.95
NOK 164,890.18
SEK 155,122.63
DKK 103,449.69
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About the Item

A rare late 18th century Russian or possible Prussian neo-classical chandelier, having twelve arms around a central gilded bronze corona pierced with round cut crystals; the corona suspended from three gilded chains pierced with crystals; the lower section comprises a ‘webbed’ basket of graduated crystals terminating in a gilded disk and pineapple finial; the central decorative stem featuring a baluster shaped hand blown turquoise glass vase topped with gilded bronze ‘waterfall’ sprays; a second smaller turquoise glass ‘vase’ is hung from the top inside a second small gilt bronze band again hung with crystal sprays. The arms of the chandelier are presently not wired, although both the central and top coronna have an added circular band of internal electrified uplights.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 56 in (142.24 cm)Diameter: 28 in (71.12 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Hardwired
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4631214794551

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