Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
NEOCLASSICAL STYLE
Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.
Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.
The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.
Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.
Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns.
As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.
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Style: Neoclassical
Neoclassical / Art Deco Style Glass Bowl Pendant Light Fixture, circa 1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
Neoclassical / Art Deco style cast glass bowl with solid brass hardware, hanging ceiling light fixture.
Completely rewired and refurbished, ready to install. We can shorten the chai...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Superb Quality Russian Cobalt Blue Crystal Clear Rock Crystal Chandeliers
By Johan Zekh
Located in London, GB
Unique and Antique from Johan Zekh, this pair of beautiful cobalt blue crystal and rock crystal chandeliers hung on a bronze gilt frame are beautiful examples of the Russian Imperia...
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Mid-19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Bronze
Large Monumental 3-Tier 36-Light Italian Neoclassic Chandelier with Gold Leaf
Located in Casteren, NL
An exceptionally large 3-tier mid-century chandelier was made in Italy. This neo-classic chandelier was made from the best materials available. It is mostly gold leaf gilded and deco...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Steel
Brass 4 Light Pan with Etched Shades and Center Bowl
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Lovely detail on this classic fixture. The etched shades feature a geometric floral pattern and each of the arms can be turned off separately from the main bowl. The beautiful organi...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian 1930s Venetian Murano Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Italian 1930s Venetian Murano attributed to Fontana Arte chandelier with round shade etched with neoclassic designs and frosted glass and chrome section and stem (designed by Gio Pon...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Large alabaster pendant with highlights floral swag around edge. Light is suspended by thick woven roping. White ceramic ceiling mount. Height of main light is 10". With rope and cei...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Italian Bronze Hexagon Decorative Tassel Hanging Hall Lantern, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Italian bronze hexagon glass hanging hall lantern with decorative scrolled arms, filigree upper border, four interior light cluster, and terminating with six lower decorative tassels...
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1820s Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Venetian Beaded Crystal and Tole Chandelier
Located in Charleston, SC
An early 20th century Italian Venetian tole chandelier, circa 1930, featuring beaded body with large crystal tear drops and tole bobeche draped with crystal pendants. The chandelier ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Tôle
Pair of Large Neoclassic Bronze Chandeliers, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English neoclassic style cast bronze eight-light chandeliers with Greek key motif, rectangular cast chains, original oversized canopy and rosettes on the bottom of the body. ...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Workstead Orbit Cord Pendant
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
The orbit cord pendant positions a single glowing bulb against a stationary radiant dish, exploring the scale and illumination of an early American candle via the form of a tradition...
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2010s American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Nickel
French Carved Wood Chandelier with a Gold Leaf and Blue Painted Finish
Located in Dallas, TX
French Louis XVI style carved wood six-light chandelier with a gold leaf and blue painted finish. The chandelier dates from the early 20th century and appears to have been gilded and...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood
Large French Regency Louis XV Wood Carved Gold Leaf Baroque Giltwood Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
Large neoclassic wood carved gold leaf Baroque giltwood five-light chandelier.
Measures:
Diameter 36 in/ 90 cm
Height 36 in / 90 cm
Five light bulbs E14/ good working condition
Asse...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Leaf
Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture, Art Deco, Early 20th Century, Spain
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Alabaster pendant light fixture, Art Deco, early 20th century.
Alabaster and bronce ceilling pendant
Alabaster marble pendant. Neoclassical style marble dish pendant with brass ...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Russian Neoclassical Six Light Chandelier, Bronze and Crystal
Located in Stamford, CT
Russian neoclassical six light chandelier. Bronze and crystal decorated ballroom form chandelier having crystal bobeches under and ebony bronze central apron with matching tier on to...
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1940s Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Petite Alabaster Pendant, Sweden, 1920
Located in New York, NY
A simple alabaster bowl, with original Swedish size canopy. Canopy may be exchanged for no additional cost.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Workstead Lodge Cord Pendant Small
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
The lodge cord pendant small is crafted from a hand-turned oak dowel. Suspended from a cloth cord, the wooden dowel is a tactile armature punctuated by a single glowing bulb. Availab...
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2010s American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Oak
Wonderful Set of 4 Gilt Bronze Readed X-Pattern Curved Glass Lantern Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
Perfect for a hallway or a covered porch, is this Classic gilt bronze and curved glass three light lantern. With beautiful scrolls curving at the top and supporting the lights, and b...
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1950s Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
French Neoclassical Style Painted Tôle Four-Light Chandelier with Lyre Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style painted tôle four-light chandelier from the late 19th century, with lyre motif and foliage décor. Born in France during the last decade of the 19th centur...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Tôle
Alabaster Light Fixture with Greek Key, Sweden, 1900
Located in New York, NY
An early example of residential lighting designed specifically for electric light; earlier electric lights substituted bulbs in gas candlebras. A beautifully carved greek key surroun...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Bronze, Ormolu and Glass Chandeliers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A superb and most decorative pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical patinated bronze, ormolu and frosted glass chandeliers. The chandeliers are centered by their original striking...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ormolu
Carved Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture with Brass Hardware, Italian, circa 1910
Located in San Francisco, CA
A unique alabaster drop pendant light fixture. Hand-carved with cherubs and goats below an egg and dart carved rim above a fluted body and ending with a knob finial. Having brass cha...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
Late 19th Century Neoclassical Italian Bronze Crystal Wood Chandelier
Located in Firenze, IT
Late 19th century neoclassical Italian chandelier with 24 lights, hammered bronze, wood and all original clear crystal elements, perfect condition and beautiful vintage patina, measu...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze, Steel
Workstead Signal Solo
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
Signal Solo is our most streamlined addition to the Signal collection, featuring a single hand blown glass globe that floats delicately off the wall or ceiling via a small brass post...
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2010s American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Nickel
Antique White Alabaster Pendant / Chandelier w. Black Veins & Original Rope 1910
Located in Lisse, NL
Great shape and ideal size alabaster pendant with dito canopy.
This remarkable pendant of classical beauty and elegance is one of the most striking and best condition alabaster pend...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
Venetian-Style Six-Sided Lantern
Located in Great Barrington, MA
The details for great styling, tapered shape, mottled glass, blue-metal framing, gilt leaves and berries at top and bottom. Single light electrified for USA use. Can be used in neocl...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Solid Brass 6 Arm Fox Hunting Horn Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Solid brass hunting horn chandelier with 6 french horn arms. Newly rewired .
E-12 sockets, 60 watt max each. Rich brass patina. Classic design.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Wonderful French Dore Bronze Neoclassical Baltic Crystal Bowl Empire Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French dore bronze neoclassical style Baltic cut crystal bowl Empire chandelier with six-light and three internal lights.
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Carved Wood Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine hand carved wooden chandelier. France, circa 1930. 12 lights
Dimensions:
Height 33.5"
Diameter 27"
NI818.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood
Italian Bronze and Porcelain Neoclassical Chandelier
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant neoclassical antique Italian bronze and porcelain chandelier with raised petals in several different
colors give this item a one of a kind look. Wired for USA and has eight ...
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1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
French Neoclassical Style Orange and Red Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful French Neoclassical style pendant light fixture from the 1950s. This adorable pendant light features an orange alabaster shade and ornate central bronze finial. The light s...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine gilt bronze pendant depicting shells and acanthus leaf ornaments.
France, circa 1860. Can be wired for 3 lights.
Dimensions: Height 43" diameter 17
CW4149.
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1860s French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
One of a Kind Large Hanging Copper Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant large vintage hanging lantern made of copper and brass. Beautifully
weathered patina. Six sides with dome shape top. Electrified with four 60/watt
Light and ready to light....
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Copper
Egyptian Alabaster Amphora, Sweden, 1925
Located in New York, NY
Carved from a single piece of desert alabaster, and deeply imbued with sandy mineralization.
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Neoclassical Style Possible Swarovski Twelve-Light Tiered Chandelier
By Swarovski
Located in Stamford, CT
Possible Swarovski tiered chandelier. Located in our Garden City Location is this multiple tiered chandelier having what appears to be Swarovski crystals. The gilt brass connections ...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Sunburst Crown Flush Mount / Pendant in Gilt Metal and Glass
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching neoclassical style sunburst ceiling light fixture from the Mid-Century Modern period, Spain, 1950s.
This ceiling fixture features a gilt metal sunburst crown shaped str...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron
Six-Light Italian Gilt Wood and Metal Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Six-light Italian 22-karat giltwood and metal chandelier with acanthus leaf metal detailing and fluted center column.
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Workstead Bole Sconce in Black Enamel
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
Bole positions a rotund form beneath a fabric shade, presenting a grounded yet buoyant composition for the wall. Available in White or Black Enamel, each version provides the perfect...
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2010s American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Enamel
Neoclassical Art Deco Inverted Pendant Chandelier
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous large milk glass with Gilt iron border and all new wiring sockets etc. Truly a beautiful piece and will make a statement in most settings. New chain and canopy. Four candela...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Iron
Workstead Orbit Chandelier Brushed Nickel
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
The ORBIT chandelier introduces an elevated field of light and reflection to the ORBIT Collection. A constellation of radiant spun-metal discs bends light in four directions, for an ...
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2010s American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Exceptional Large Louis XVI Crystal and Bronze Chandelier
Located in Westwood, NJ
A very fine large Palatial Louis XVI bronze and crystal 36 light (two-tier) chandelier. The extraordinary bronze ormolu frame with beautifully chased and burnished daisies, with palm...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Palatial & Large Antique Russian Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A palatial and large antique Russian neoclassical gilt bronze and cut crystal multi light chandelier of fine detail embellished with figural masks, cut crystal prisms and cut crystal...
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20th Century European Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Workstead House Cord Pendant Small
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
The house cord pendant small is a diminutive take on a Classic shaded pendant form. Perfectly scaled to make a subtle yet impactful statement, the pendant combines a modern drop-cord...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Two-Tier Iron and Crystal Beaded Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Glamorous, 1940s Italian gilt-iron and crystal two-tier chandelier.
The chandelier features a shapely, scrolled wrought iron frame with gilt paint finish and an abundance of crystal...
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Iron
Classical Oval Ring Chandelier Brass and Blackened Metal Ten-Light Fixture
By Coronet
Located in New York, NY
Great quality Classical Revival oval ten socket up light chandelier, marked "Coronet" on the cast brass canopy.
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Workstead Bole Sconce in White Enamel
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
Bole positions a rotund form beneath a fabric shade, presenting a grounded yet buoyant composition for the wall. Available in White or Black Enamel, each version provides the perfect...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Enamel
French 19th Century Empire Neoclassical St. Alabaster and Ormolu Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A magnificent French 19th century Empire neo-classical st. alabaster and ormolu chandelier. This six light chandelier has an oval shape alabaster moulded edge base decorated with a p...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Ormolu
Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Verdigris Chandeliers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and extremely decorative pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu and verdigris chandeliers. Each six arm seven light chandelier is centered by a giltwood inve...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ormolu
An Important Neoclassical Style Eight Light Chandelier
Located in Sheffield, MA
An Important Neoclassical Style Bronze
Cut Glass & Tole Peinte
Eight Light Chandelier
With scrolling candle arms and faceted tole panels
painted with classical motifs.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Six-Light Lead Crystal and Gilt Chandelier, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
A very fine six-light lead crystal and gilt chandelier.
French, circa 1860.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Fountain Cut Crystal Chandelier
Located in Manchester, MA
English eight arm crystal & bronze chandelier in the shape of a fountain. The frame is well built out of solid bronze. The lead cut crystal chains and prisms are of superb quality.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome French 19th century neo-classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu six arm chandelier. The chandelier is centered by a striking inverted foliate acorn bottom finial amidst ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Neoclassical Bronze Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine neoclassical bronze chandelier.
France, circa 1930.
Measures: H 21.5"
D 22"
5 lights
CW3599.
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Stamped 19 Century Six-Arm Cut Crystal Baccarat Chandelier
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A rope-twist crystal six-arm chandelier, on three tiers, the arms and additional decorative elements stem from an interior decorated gilded glass bowl; the bobesches are stamped Bacc...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Wood Beaded Neoclassical Eight-Arm Chandelier
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Neoclassical chandelier with eight arms beautifully constructed from wood beads.
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Beads
Antique Chandelier, Neoclassical
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very fine twelve-light French neoclassical style chandelier. This fixture was featured in the Confiteria Ideal in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and can be seen in the movie Evita in the t...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Pair Antique French Brass & Cut Crystal Chandeliers
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair antique French brass & cut crystal chandeliers embody classical form and visual intrigue! Combining solid brass with cut crystals that have a prismatic effect on the light, it i...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
French Neoclassical Style Brass Lantern
Located in London, GB
French Neoclassical style brass lantern
French, 20th century
Measures: height 58 cm, diameter 23cm
This fine hall lantern is crafted from brass in a classical style. The hexagon...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Chandelier, Karl Friedrich Schinkel, Germany, 1835
Located in Bamberg, DE
Splendid courtly chandelier based on designs by Karl Friedrich Schinkel,
Berlin, around 1835
Cast metal, wood and wood bronze, 12-arm mounted and with the original gilding and crys...
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1830s German Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
