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18th Century Gilt Bronze and Blue Glass Russian Chandelier

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A beautiful Russian chandelier from the Louis XVI period c. 1790 in gilt bronze and with cut-glass crystals. The center with baluster shaped blue glass. The lower main drapery shaped gilt bronze ring with six linked gilt bronze candle arms with a total of 12 leaf-shaped candleholders. The candleholders with drip pans of blue glass. Adorned with differently cut prisms in chains and drop formations. Crowning plume. Russian chandeliers from this period are rare and this one is . in a nice ready to hang condition and we can have it electrified if needed.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 47.25 in (120 cm)Diameter: 31.5 in (80 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1790-1799
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1790
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. This chandelier is in hanging ready condition. It has been restored and cleaned. We can have it wired for electricity if needed.
  • Seller Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1006831838782

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