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Early 20th Century Ceiling Mounted French Tapered Bead Chandelier 11"
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Early 20th Century Ceiling Mounted French Tapered Bead Chandelier 11"

1900 - 1920
Sold 11 January 2025 · Rupert Landen Antiques
This “Early 20th Century Ceiling Mounted French Tapered Bead Chandelier 11"” found a buyer.

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Really nice quality flush mounted French tapered bead chandelier. This piece has a brass ring which attaches to the ceiling. The tapered bead section of the chandelier is held to this with three thumbscrews for bulb access. It is finished at the bottom with a large crystal. This piece comes with a large bayonet bulb holder B 22.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Declaration

Rupert Landen Antiques has dated this French Bead Ceiling Light to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1100227
Dealers Internal Reference
3651
Dealers Notes

Based in the South Oxfordshire countryside,

Rupert Landen Antiques is a family-run antiques business. Specialising in hand-picked chandeliers, mid-century lighting and period furniture.

We source and lovingly restore unique one-off pieces, using traditional hand finishing techniques.

In our specialist restoration workshop, we put the craftsman at the heart of what we do with care, authenticity and pride.

You can arrange your own transport or collect in person. We ship worldwide and have extensive experience of wrapping carefully so you can shop with confidence! We often deliver for free to mainland UK - please contact us to discuss.

You can also view items at our restoration workshop by appointment only.

Our lighting has all been lovingly restored, tested and earthed but will need to be installed by a qualified electrician. All of our furniture has been through our antique restoration workshop.

All sizes are approximate.

Description
Really nice quality flush mounted French tapered bead chandelier. This piece has a brass ring which attaches to the ceiling. The tapered bead section of the chandelier is held to this with three thumbscrews for bulb access. It is finished at the bottom with a large crystal. This piece comes with a large bayonet bulb holder B 22.

st 3651

Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

Rupert Landen Antiques has dated this French Bead Ceiling Light to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1100227
Dealers Internal Ref
3651
Rupert Landen Antiques
Rupert Landen Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2018

Specialists in antique lighting and chandeliers

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An early 20th-century French ceiling-mounted light fixture featuring a domed arrangement of clear glass beads set within a twisted brass frame and topped with a faceted crystal finial. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An early 20th-century French ceiling-mounted light fixture featuring a domed arrangement of clear glass beads set within a twisted brass frame and topped with a faceted crystal finial. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 20th Century Ceiling Mounted French Tapered Bead Chandelier 11"

Archive II An early 20th-century French ceiling-mounted light fixture featuring a domed arrangement of clear glass beads set within a twisted brass frame and topped with a faceted crystal finial. View II
Archive III An early 20th-century French ceiling-mounted light fixture featuring a domed arrangement of clear glass beads set within a twisted brass frame and topped with a faceted crystal finial. View III
Archive IV An early 20th-century French ceiling-mounted light fixture featuring a domed arrangement of clear glass beads set within a twisted brass frame and topped with a faceted crystal finial. View IV
Archive V An early 20th-century French ceiling-mounted light fixture featuring a domed arrangement of clear glass beads set within a twisted brass frame and topped with a faceted crystal finial. View V
Archive VI An early 20th-century French ceiling-mounted light fixture featuring a domed arrangement of clear glass beads set within a twisted brass frame and topped with a faceted crystal finial. View VI
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Hartslock Bridleway
Whitchurch on Thames
South Oxfordshire
RG8 7QX
United Kingdom
Verified Since Jul 2018
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An early 20th-century French ceiling-mounted light fixture featuring a domed arrangement of clear glass beads set within a twisted brass frame and topped with a faceted crystal finial.
Early 20th century Ceiling mounted French tapered bead chandelier 11"
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An early 20th-century French ceiling-mounted light fixture featuring a domed arrangement of clear glass beads set within a twisted brass frame and topped with a faceted crystal finial.
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  • ObjectCeiling Lights
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Antique
  • MaterialBrass, Glass, Crystal
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsBeaded mesh dome, Twisted brass rim, Central faceted crystal finial
  • SizeH 16 cm (6 in) x W 29 cm (11 in) x D 29 cm (11 in)

French bead chandeliers and flush mounts typically feature intricate arrangements of small glass or crystal beads strung tightly over a wire frame, creating a textured dome or basket shape, often finished with a brass or gilt bronze mount.

Authentic period pieces are generally constructed using brass, bronze, or gilt metal frames combined with hand-cut crystal or glass beads, frequently anchored by a central decorative crystal jewel or finial.

Authentication relies on examining the wiring, the patination of the metal components, the uniformity and hand-cut facets of the glass beads, and traditional joinery methods such as hand-twisted wire rather than modern machine welding.

Such fixtures add textural contrast and subtle glamour when placed in contemporary hallways, bedrooms, or powder rooms, balancing minimalist architecture with period craftsmanship.

Cleaning requires gentle dusting with a soft brush and wiping the beads with a damp cloth using a mild, non-ammonia solution, taking care not to submerge the fixture or damage the original metal wiring and patination.
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