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French Gilded Bronze 8 Light Antique Chandelier
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French Gilded Bronze 8 Light Antique Chandelier

1900 - 1920
Description

A French gilded bronze 8 light chandelier, the leaf clad square gauge scrolling arms with ornate circular millgrain bobeche drip pans and candle sconces, issuing from a pierced central urn baluster stem with four cherubs and set below with decorative female mask heads with reeded leaf base with inverted berried terminal. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 27"/69cm W: 32"/82cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05834

Physical Dimensions
Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
82cm (32.28")
Declaration

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Gilt Bronze Chandelier to the 1920s.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA1236133
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05834
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 bronze 8 light chandelier, the leaf clad square gauge scrolling arms with ornate circular millgrain bobeche drip pans and candle sconces, issuing from a pierced central urn baluster stem with four cherubs and set below with decorative female mask heads with reeded leaf base with inverted berried terminal. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 27"/69cm W: 32"/82cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05834

Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
82cm (32.28")
Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Gilt Bronze Chandelier to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236133
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05834
O'Keeffe Antiques
O'Keeffe Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Specialists in retail of antique lighting.

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O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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O'Keeffe Antiques
Telephone 01244 311 279 or 07974 277 980
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2 Christleton Road
Boughton
Chester
CH3 5UG
United Kingdom
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An eight-arm French gilt bronze chandelier featuring an urn-shaped central stem, cast classical busts, and candle-style bulb holders.
French Gilded Bronze 8 Light Antique Chandelier
Ref: SA1236133
An eight-arm French gilt bronze chandelier featuring an urn-shaped central stem, cast classical busts, and candle-style bulb holders.
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  • ObjectChandeliers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Neoclassical
  • MaterialGilt Bronze, Ormolu, Brass
  • ColourWarm Gold
  • MotifsUrn central stem, Classical bust castings, Scrolled arms, Candle sleeves
  • SizeH 69 cm (27 in) x W 82 cm (32 in) x D 82 cm (32 in)

This French gilded bronze chandelier, dating from the early 20th century, embodies French Neoclassical style with an eight-light configuration. Constructed from gilt bronze, ormolu, and brass, the fixture displays a warm gold colour and incorporates an urn-shaped central stem, classical bust castings, scroll-shaped arms, and candle sleeves. Notable details include leaf-clad square gauge scrolling arms, circular millgrain bobeche drip pans, candle sconces, four cherubs, decorative female mask heads, a reeded leaf base, and an inverted berried terminal, suspended from an ornate chain with a matching ceiling rose. Measuring 69 cm high, 82 cm wide, and 82 cm deep excluding the chain and rose, this piece is suited for installation in a traditional or formal interior space such as a dining room or drawing room to provide overhead illumination.

FAQs

French gilt bronze chandeliers, often termed ormolu light fittings, originated in the eighteenth century and feature fire-gilded or electroplated cast bronze components, classical forms, and detailed relief carvings.

These ceiling fittings are constructed using heavy cast bronze or brass elements, assembled around a central threaded rod stem with individual cast scrolling arms and decorative candle sleeves.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-chased metalwork, distinct physical weight, threaded assembly construction, and subtle oxidisation within the recessed areas of the casting.

A period gilt bronze ceiling fitting provides a structural focal point when suspended above modern dining tables or positioned within high-ceilinged entrance halls to contrast contemporary architecture.

Dust the surface regularly using a soft dry brush or microfibre cloth, avoiding chemical polish, liquid cleaners, or water, which can deteriorate the original gilded finish.
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