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French Gilded 4 Light Birdcage Chandelier
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French Gilded 4 Light Birdcage Chandelier

1920 - 1940
Sold 15 February 2025 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A French faded gilded brass and crystal 4 light birdcage chandelier, the square gauge scrolling arms with leaf bobeche drip pans and bulbous etched candle sconces, issuing from a cage form interior with wire work centre and wirework scrolling canopy, decorated overall with crystal faceted pendants and having the original chain and ceiling rose. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 23"/58cm W: 15"/38cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Product Ref: OKA04594

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Gilt Chandelier to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1077175
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA04594
Dealers Notes

We specialise in selling antique chandeliers, antique lighting, French mirrors, antique gilt furniture and unusual decorative items. The business was founded in 1999 by David & Jean O'Keeffe. The shop is based in Chester but supplies clients throughout the UK and abroad.

We deliver our products to the UK, Europe and worldwide using our own professional door-to-door courier service and also a large trusted international courier company. Please call us on 01244 311279 or contact us and we will provide you with delivery information and an individual delivery quote if necessary.

Description
A French faded gilded brass and crystal 4 light birdcage chandelier, the square gauge scrolling arms with leaf bobeche drip pans and bulbous etched candle sconces, issuing from a cage form interior with wire work centre and wirework scrolling canopy, decorated overall with crystal faceted pendants and having the original chain and ceiling rose. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 23"/58cm W: 15"/38cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Product Ref: OKA04594

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Gilt Chandelier to the 1930s.

Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1077175
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA04594
O'Keeffe Antiques
O'Keeffe Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Specialists in retail of antique lighting.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the O'Keeffe Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A four-light French gilt birdcage chandelier featuring cascading crystal drops and a metallic gold finish against a dark background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Gilded 4 Light Birdcage Chandelier

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O'Keeffe Antiques

O'Keeffe Antiques
Telephone 01244 311 279 or 07974 277 980
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2 Christleton Road
Boughton
Chester
CH3 5UG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/okeeffe
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A four-light French gilt birdcage chandelier featuring cascading crystal drops and a metallic gold finish against a dark background.
French Gilded 4 Light Birdcage Chandelier
Ref: SA1077175
A four-light French gilt birdcage chandelier featuring cascading crystal drops and a metallic gold finish against a dark background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChandeliers
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialGilt metal, crystal
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsBirdcage frame, Drop crystals, Scrolling arms, Candle tube covers
  • SizeH 58 cm (23 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

FAQs

Birdcage chandeliers originated in France during the 18th century, named for their structural metal frames that resemble decorative avian enclosures.

These fixtures typically incorporate gilded brass or bronze frames adorned with cut crystal pendants, drops, and bead strands.

Authentication involves examining the hand-cut glass or lead crystal drops for imperfections, checking the pin fixings, and assessing the patina on the metal frame.

Hanging an ornate antique fixture in a contemporary setting provides a striking focal point, creating a balanced contrast between old and new design elements.

Cleaning requires dusting with a soft cloth and washing individual crystal drops with a mild solution of warm water and isopropyl alcohol while ensuring the power is disconnected.
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