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1920s Carved Alabaster Plafonnier Light
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1920s Carved Alabaster Plafonnier Light

1900 - 1920
Sold 1 July 2025 · William Rand Antiques
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Description

A rare Art Deco period carved alabaster hanging light plafonnier, with the three gilt brass flower heads to receive chains. We have supplied with choice of two chains.

Very pleasant marbling and patination; to the inside, there looks to be some sort of scorch marks, possibly from heat from a bulb or repair. There is no sign of this on the outside. Please see photographs.

Supplied with lighting kit, braided flex and ceiling plate.

Date of Manufacture

William Rand Antiques has dated this Alabaster Bowl Pendant to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA1151369
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Description
A rare Art Deco period carved alabaster hanging light plafonnier, with the three gilt brass flower heads to receive chains. We have supplied with choice of two chains.
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Very pleasant marbling and patination; to the inside, there looks to be some sort of scorch marks, possibly from heat from a bulb or repair.
William Rand Antiques

There is no sign of this on the outside. Please see photographs.

Supplied with lighting kit, braided flex and ceiling plate.

Date of Manufacture

William Rand Antiques has dated this Alabaster Bowl Pendant to the 1920s.

Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA1151369
William Rand Antiques
William Rand Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2013

The isle of man's premier antique shop

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Archive I A suspended carved alabaster bowl pendant light hangs from three metal chains against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

1920s Carved Alabaster Plafonnier Light

Archive II A suspended carved alabaster bowl pendant light hangs from three metal chains against a neutral background. View II
Archive III A suspended carved alabaster bowl pendant light hangs from three metal chains against a neutral background. View III
Archive IV A suspended carved alabaster bowl pendant light hangs from three metal chains against a neutral background. View IV
Archive V A suspended carved alabaster bowl pendant light hangs from three metal chains against a neutral background. View V
Archive VI A suspended carved alabaster bowl pendant light hangs from three metal chains against a neutral background. View VI
Archive VII A suspended carved alabaster bowl pendant light hangs from three metal chains against a neutral background. View VII
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William Rand Antiques

William Rand Antiques
Telephone 07624 207 843
Location
The Courtyard
3 Water Street
Ramsey
Isle of Man
IM8 1JP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/osbourne
Verified Since Dec 2013
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Items Sold 3,781
William Rand Antiques
William Rand Antiques
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Location: The Courtyard, 3 Water Street, Ramsey, Isle of Man, IM8 1JP, United Kingdom
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A suspended carved alabaster bowl pendant light hangs from three metal chains against a neutral background.
1920s Carved Alabaster Plafonnier Light
Ref: SA1151369
A suspended carved alabaster bowl pendant light hangs from three metal chains against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCeiling Lights
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialAlabaster, Brass
  • ColourCream
  • MotifsCarved fluting, Beaded trim, Suspension chains, Rosette fixings
  • SizeH 1 cm (0 in) x W 1 cm (0 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

A plafonnier is a ceiling-mounted or tightly suspended bowl light that gained immense popularity during the Art Deco period of the 1920s and 1930s, offering diffused illumination suited for modern interiors of the era.

These fixtures typically feature hand-carved natural stone, most commonly alabaster or marble, suspended by metal chains made of brass, bronze, or iron with matching decorative mounts.

Authentic period pieces exhibit natural mineral veining in the stone, heavy cast metal hardware with period-appropriate patina, and traditional wiring or mounting components characteristic of early twentieth-century manufacturing.

This piece works well as a central focal point in hallways, dining rooms, or living spaces, pairing effectively with neutral palettes, metallic accents, and minimalist or transitional furnishings.

Alabaster is a soft, porous stone that should be cleaned only with a dry or very slightly damp microfiber cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, acids, or excessive moisture which can damage the surface.
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