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French Tolewear Gilt and Ceramic Flower 5 Bulb Chandelier
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French Tolewear Gilt and Ceramic Flower 5 Bulb Chandelier

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Elmgarden
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French Tolewear Gilt and Ceramic Flower 5 Bulb Chandelier

This French Hand made Gilt and Ceramic Chandelier is lit by 5 bulbs, it is a lovely old and very attractive piece, the open toleware frame has a rose gilded finish, which is hung with ceramic pastel and coloured flowers, there is no apparent chipping to the old porcelain

A wonderful piece all in working and attractive condition

The chandelier is 16” in diameter and 25” high

PM121

To get an accurate delivery quote please send the item number with your location to Elmgarden Antiques.

Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this French Tole Floral Chandelier to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Reference Numbers
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SA1229198
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PM121
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Description
French Tolewear Gilt and Ceramic Flower 5 Bulb Chandelier

This French Hand made Gilt and Ceramic Chandelier is lit by 5 bulbs, it is a lovely old and very attractive piece, the open toleware frame has a rose gilded finish, which is hung with ceramic pastel and coloured flowers, there is no apparent chipping to the old porcelain

fig 1. A five-bulb French toleware chandelier featuring a gilded metal frame styled with trailing leaves and multicoloured ceramic flower blooms.
fig 1. French Tolewear Gilt and Ceramic Flower 5 Bulb Chandelier

A wonderful piece all in working and attractive condition

The chandelier is 16” in diameter and 25” high

PM121

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To get an accurate delivery quote please send the item number with your location to Elmgarden Antiques.
Elmgarden
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this French Tole Floral Chandelier to the 1920s.

Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Reference Numbers
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SA1229198
Dealers Internal Ref
PM121
Elmgarden
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Archive I A five-bulb French toleware chandelier featuring a gilded metal frame styled with trailing leaves and multicoloured ceramic flower blooms.

French Tolewear Gilt and Ceramic Flower 5 Bulb Chandelier

Archive II A five-bulb French toleware chandelier featuring a gilded metal frame styled with trailing leaves and multicoloured ceramic flower blooms. View II
Archive III A five-bulb French toleware chandelier featuring a gilded metal frame styled with trailing leaves and multicoloured ceramic flower blooms. View III
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A five-bulb French toleware chandelier featuring a gilded metal frame styled with trailing leaves and multicoloured ceramic flower blooms.
French Tolewear Gilt and Ceramic Flower 5 Bulb Chandelier
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A five-bulb French toleware chandelier featuring a gilded metal frame styled with trailing leaves and multicoloured ceramic flower blooms.
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  • ObjectChandeliers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialGilt Metal, Tole, Ceramic
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsGilt leaves, Ceramic blooms, Cage frame, Candle sleeves
  • SizeH 64 cm (25 in) x W 41 cm (16 in)

This French country chandelier dates to 1920 and follows a French chateau design style. The handcrafted piece is constructed from gilt metal, tole, and ceramic materials, presenting a rose gilded finish across an open toleware cage frame. The framework is decorated with trailing gilt leaves and multicoloured ceramic pastel flower blooms alongside white candle sleeves. Five bulbs illuminate the fixture, housed within a symmetrical arrangement that provides ambient lighting. The ceramic porcelain flowers show no apparent chipping on their delicate surfaces, and the internal wiring remains in working condition. The chandelier measures 64 cm high and 41 cm wide. Homeowners can suspend this decorative lighting fixture in living spaces, dining rooms, hallways, or bedrooms to add a romantic, nature-inspired decorative accent to interior schemes.

FAQs

A French toleware chandelier is a ceiling light fixture crafted from painted, lacquered, or gilded sheet metal, popularised in France during the 18th and 19th centuries. These fixtures frequently feature elaborate floral motifs, scrollwork, and delicate hand-painted or ceramic adornments.

Traditional floral chandeliers from this style are constructed using gilded or lacquered tole (sheet iron or steel), brass wirework, and delicate ceramic or porcelain flower heads. The central frame houses wiring concealed within metal tubing, supporting candle sleeves topped with electrical sockets.

Authentic vintage pieces typically show subtle hand-crafted details, such as hand-moulded ceramic petals, soldered wire leaves, and natural surface patination or light wear to the gilt finish. Older wiring, solid metal components, and slight irregularities in the floral elements further distinguish original period items from modern reproductions.

A French floral chandelier serves as an ideal statement focal point in a dining room, bedroom, or dressing area, pairing seamlessly with muted pastel walls, panelling, or minimalist modern furniture to create a balanced contrast. It can also enhance period properties when combined with gilt mirrors and botanical prints.

To clean a tole and ceramic light fixture, gently dust the metal leaves and ceramic flowers using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or a clean artists paintbrush. Avoid using harsh chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners on gilded metal surfaces, and ensure the electricity supply is safely switched off before cleaning.
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