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French Gilded Crystal 7 Light Birdcage Antique Chandelier
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French Gilded Crystal 7 Light Birdcage Antique Chandelier

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 February 2025 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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Description

A French gilded brass and crystal 7 light birdcage form antique chandelier, the six leaf scrolling arms with crystal bobeche drip pans, issuing from an ornate leaf cage centre with single inverted light fitting and prismatic spike with scrolling canopy, decorated overall in crystal faceted crystal pendants and having the original chain and ceiling rose. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with ceiling fixings and spare bulbs.

Dimensions: H: 24"/61cm W: 23"/58cm Excluding Chain & Rose.

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05225

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Crystal Birdcage Chandelier to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1094487
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05225
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 gilded brass and crystal 7 light birdcage form antique chandelier, the six leaf scrolling arms with crystal bobeche drip pans, issuing from an ornate leaf cage centre with single inverted light fitting and prismatic spike with scrolling canopy, decorated overall in crystal faceted crystal pendants and having the original chain and ceiling rose. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with ceiling fixings and spare bulbs.

Dimensions: H: 24"/61cm W: 23"/58cm Excluding Chain & Rose.

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05225

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Crystal Birdcage Chandelier to the 1920s.

Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1094487
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05225
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

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O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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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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Items Sold 5,702
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A close-up shot of an antique French gilt metal and crystal birdcage chandelier featuring seven light fixtures and cascading glass droplets against a dark background.
French Gilded Crystal 7 Light Birdcage Antique Chandelier
Ref: SA1094487
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChandeliers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Traditional
  • MaterialGilt metal, Crystal
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsBirdcage frame, Crysatal droplets, Scroll arms
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in) x W 58 cm (23 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

A birdcage chandelier is a traditional lighting fixture characterised by a curved metal framework that resembles the silhouette of a birdcage, typically adorned with cascading crystal drops and multiple candle-style arms.

These fixtures are typically constructed from cast or forged bronze, brass, or iron with a gilt finish, and fitted with hand-cut lead crystal or glass prisms, beads, and pendants.

Authentic pieces often feature hand-cut crystals with minor imperfections, pinned connections using wire rather than modern machine connectors, and patinated metal frames consistent with age.

Integrating an ornate antique light fixture into a modern space creates a striking focal point, often contrasted with minimalist furnishings or used to add classic elegance to high ceilings.

Careful maintenance involves hand-cleaning individual crystals with a specialized mild solution and a soft cloth, supporting each prism from beneath to avoid straining the aged metal fixings.
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