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French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Lyre Chandelier
Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors
for sale €3,978     $4,318
£3,400
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French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Lyre Chandelier

19th century
Description

A superb French Neoclassical style gilt bronze antique chandelier beautifully cast with lyre shaped central body, entwined by floral leaf branches. There are four reeded curved arms which each terminate to acanthus leaf design gallery, holding frosted glass flame shades.

The lyre is supported by fluted out swept socle and fluted circular pedestal, with swag ornamentation and tapering torch body, entwined by laurel leaves.

The light hangs on an adjustable 40 cm chain and comes with 10cm wide ceiling rose. The gilt bronze has been cleaned and lacquered, the chandelier has been rewired and is in working order.

??Height - 70 cm (27 ½ inches)

Width - 61 cm (24 inches)

Depth - 61 cm (24 inches)

The overall height including the chain and ceiling rose is 115cm, which can be reduced.

Circa - 1890

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Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

This item will be dispatched within a couple of working days of purchase. Delivery is usually next day and items will be provided with a tracking number. They are packaged to a high standard, double boxed, bubble wrapped and bedded in foam. Our preferred courier is Parcelforce, however we may send with a different courier occasionally.

All of our items can be collected.

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View more items on our website www.arrowsmithantiques.com

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Physical Dimensions
Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this Gilt Bronze Lyre Chandelier to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1163354
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ABOUT - Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has been established in Macclesfield, Cheshire for 35 years. We sell high quality antique furniture, clocks, lighting and decorative items ready for your home, to the general public and interior designers around the world from our showroom. Our stock inventory consists of decorative Continental, English and Oriental items ranging from the 18th century through to the 20th century.

PAYMENT - We accept BACS payment but we also accept debit and credit card and PayPal through our own website. All items come with an invoice with description and age.

Description
A superb French Neoclassical style gilt bronze antique chandelier beautifully cast with lyre shaped central body, entwined by floral leaf branches.
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There are four reeded curved arms which each terminate to acanthus leaf design gallery, holding frosted glass flame shades.
Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors
fig 1. A French Neoclassical gilt bronze three-arm chandelier featuring a central lyre motif, acanthus leaf embellishments, and frosted glass shades.
fig 1. French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Lyre Chandelier

The lyre is supported by fluted out swept socle and fluted circular pedestal, with swag ornamentation and tapering torch body, entwined by laurel leaves.

The light hangs on an adjustable 40 cm chain and comes with 10cm wide ceiling rose. The gilt bronze has been cleaned and lacquered, the chandelier has been rewired and is in working order.

fig 2. A French Neoclassical gilt bronze three-arm chandelier featuring a central lyre motif, acanthus leaf embellishments, and frosted glass shades.
fig 2. French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Lyre Chandelier

??Height - 70 cm (27 ½ inches)

Width - 61 cm (24 inches)

Depth - 61 cm (24 inches)

The overall height including the chain and ceiling rose is 115cm, which can be reduced.

Circa - 1890

Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

fig 3. A French Neoclassical gilt bronze three-arm chandelier featuring a central lyre motif, acanthus leaf embellishments, and frosted glass shades.
fig 3. French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Lyre Chandelier

This item will be dispatched within a couple of working days of purchase. Delivery is usually next day and items will be provided with a tracking number. They are packaged to a high standard, double boxed, bubble wrapped and bedded in foam. Our preferred courier is Parcelforce, however we may send with a different courier occasionally.

All of our items can be collected.

View more items on our website www.arrowsmithantiques.com

Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this Gilt Bronze Lyre Chandelier to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1163354
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

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A French Neoclassical gilt bronze three-arm chandelier featuring a central lyre motif, acanthus leaf embellishments, and frosted glass shades.
French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Lyre Chandelier
Ref: SA1163354
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French Neoclassical lighting draws direct inspiration from classical antiquity, specifically ancient Greek and Roman art. Key design elements include symmetrical proportions, straight lines, classical foliage such as acanthus leaves, and symbolic motifs like lyres, urns, and laurel wreaths.

High-end Neoclassical chandeliers were primarily constructed using heavy cast bronze or brass, which was often fire-gilded (ormolu) or patinated to create depth. Shade components generally comprised frosted, cut, or acid-etched glass to soften illumination.

Authentic gilt bronze pieces exhibit substantial weight, finely chased hand-tooling on casting edges, and natural wear patterns or tarnish in crevice areas. Look for threaded iron internal rods, hand-cut screws, and quality lost-wax casting details rather than seam-moulded modern reproductions.

A Neoclassical chandelier functions well as a focal statement piece in formal dining rooms, foyers, or modern traditional drawing rooms. Contrast its elaborate gilt metalwork against neutral, plaster-toned walls or pair it with refined contemporary furniture to balance classical and modern aesthetics.

Dust gilt bronze regularly with a soft, dry camel-hair brush to prevent dirt buildup in detailed castings, avoiding chemical polishes that can strip fragile gilding. Glass shades should be removed and gently washed in warm water with mild washing-up liquid before thoroughly drying.
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