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Palatial French 19th Century Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze "Versailles" Lantern

About the Item

A Large and Palatial French 19th century Louis XIV style gilt bronze and panelled bevelled glass "Versailles" style single grand hall hanging lantern. The elongated and wide body surmounted with a royal crown with fleur-de-lis, scrolled acanthus, wreaths, leaves, seashells and figures of Poseidon with their arms raised over their head. The inside with a suspended candelabrum, now electrified. The bottom cap with a floral design surmounted with lion masks, all ending with a leaf-wrapped finial, Paris, circa 1890-1900. Measures: Height 44 inches (111.8 cm) width 24 inches (61 cm).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Diameter: 24 in (60.96 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Hardwired
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Style:
    Louis XIV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Glass,Beveled,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890-1900
  • Condition:
    Rewired: Wired for electricity, however the wiring should be inspected by a qualified electrician prior to installation. Additions or alterations made to the original: Some of the bronze finials on the edge of each glass panel have been replaced by later brass "X" banded decorative mounts. Please view all images. Replacements made: Some brass X bands on corners are not original. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. A truly beautiful, large and impressive Versailles style lantern. Great for a grand staircase, grand hall or exterior porch. Condition is good with age wear and minor losses to the glass panels (Minor edge glass chipping and old scratches).
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A1421 - Lot 102371stDibs: LU179628654373

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