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French Gilded 9 Light Crystal Antique Chandelier
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French Gilded 9 Light Crystal Antique Chandelier

1900 - 1920
Sold 8 February 2025 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A French gilded brass and crystal 9 light birdcage form antique chandelier, the 8 reeded scrolling arms with glass bobeche drip pans and candle sconces, issuing from a foliated cage form interior with a single inverted light fitting and wirework centre, with an elaborate wirework canopy and glass baluster column, decorated with crystal faceted pendants and having the original chain and ceiling rose. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 33"/84cm W: 26"/66cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA03663

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA683616
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA03663
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 brass and crystal 9 light birdcage form antique chandelier, the 8 reeded scrolling arms with glass bobeche drip pans and candle sconces, issuing from a foliated cage form interior with a single inverted light fitting and wirework centre, with an elaborate wirework canopy and glass baluster column, decorated with crystal faceted pendants and having the original chain and ceiling rose. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 33"/84cm W: 26"/66cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA03663

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA683616
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA03663
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

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 elaborate French gilded brass chandelier featuring nine light sources and numerous hanging cut crystal prisms against a dark backdrop.
French Gilded 9 Light Crystal Antique Chandelier
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChandeliers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Antique
  • MaterialGilded Brass, Cut Crystal
  • ColourGold and Clear
  • MotifsSwirling brass arms, Cut crystal pear drops, Central glass spire, Candle-style sconces
  • SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 66 cm (26 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

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French crystal chandeliers gained prominence during the 17th and 18th centuries, evolving from simple wooden frames with glass pendants to elaborate gilt-bronze structures adorned with cut crystal prisms, reflecting the opulence of the French royal courts.

These fixtures typically feature a cast brass or bronze frame with a gold gilt finish, hand-wired electrical conversions (or original candle sockets), and numerous lead-crystal drops or prisms attached via wire loops to refract light.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the casting quality of the metal, the presence of hand-cut crystal with high lead content, old pin or wire fixings, and natural patina or wear consistent with age rather than artificial aging.

Placing an ornate historical lighting fixture in a contemporary setting creates a striking focal point, often contrasted with minimalist furnishings, neutral colour palettes, and clean architectural lines.

Cleaning requires a soft cloth and a specialized mild glass cleaner applied carefully to the crystals, avoiding harsh chemicals on the gilded metal surfaces to prevent damage to the historic finish.
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