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French 19th C Gilded Bronze Cherub Antique Chandelier
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French 19th C Gilded Bronze Cherub Antique Chandelier

19th century
Sold 7 October 2026 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A quality French gilded bronze and crystal 12 light cherub antique chandelier, the acanthus leaf clad scrolling arms with circular leaf bobeche drip pans and bulbous candle sconces, issuing from an foliated leaf interior with ornate bronze cherubs and porcelain flowers, with an elaborate leaf canopy, decorated overall with crystal faceted pendants and having the original chain and ceiling rose, excellent original patination, quality casting and great proportions. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 40"/102cm W:31"/79cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Late 19th Century

Product Ref: OKA00168

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this Gilt Bronze Cherub Chandelier to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Reference Numbers
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SA809322
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA00168
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.

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A quality French gilded bronze and crystal 12 light cherub antique chandelier, the acanthus leaf clad scrolling arms with circular leaf bobeche drip pans and bulbous candle sconces, issuing from an foliated leaf interior with ornate bronze cherubs and porcelain flowers, with an elaborate leaf canopy, decorated overall with crystal faceted pendants and having the original chain and ceiling rose, excellent original patination, quality casting and great proportions. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 40"/102cm W:31"/79cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Late 19th Century

Product Ref: OKA00168

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this Gilt Bronze Cherub Chandelier to the 19th Century.

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA809322
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA00168
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
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A 19th-century French gilt bronze chandelier featuring sculpted cherubs, porcelain flowers, and suspended cut crystal droplets.
French 19th C Gilded Bronze Cherub Antique Chandelier
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A 19th-century French gilt bronze chandelier featuring sculpted cherubs, porcelain flowers, and suspended cut crystal droplets.
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  • ObjectChandeliers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Chateau
  • MaterialGilt Bronze, Crystal, Glass, Porcelain
  • ColourWarm Gold
  • MotifsCherub figures, Cut crystal droplets, Porcelain flowers, Candle sleeves
  • SizeH 102 cm (40 in) x W 79 cm (31 in) x D 79 cm (31 in)

This French chateau style chandelier dates from the 19th century and brings traditional grandeur to a dining room, hallway or formal living space. The piece is constructed from gilt bronze, crystal, glass and porcelain, presenting a warm gold finish across its metal surfaces. Sculpted cherub figures and delicate porcelain flowers adorn the central stem, while acanthus leaf clad scrolling arms terminate in circular leaf bobeche drip pans and bulbous candle sconces holding candle sleeves. An elaborate leaf canopy sits above, and numerous cut crystal pendants and droplets are suspended throughout the frame. The fixture incorporates quality casting with an original chain and ceiling rose, showing excellent original patination. Measuring 102 cm high, 79 cm wide and 79 cm deep, the chandelier provides substantial illumination from twelve lights.

FAQs

French 19th-century chandeliers are characterized by ornate gilt bronze or ormolu mounts, multi-arm configurations, and decorative glass or lead crystal pendants. Styles from this era often draw upon Rococo, Louis XV, and Neoclassical revival designs, incorporating figural elements such as cherubs, scrolling acanthus leaves, and floral accents.

These chandeliers were crafted using cast bronze treated with mercury gilding (ormolu) or lacquer to achieve a gold finish. They were adorned with hand-cut glass or lead crystal droplets, porcelain flower embellishments, and turned metal central columns.

Authentic period pieces feature heavy cast metal construction with precise hand-chased surface details rather than smooth modern machine finishes. Look for natural patination or rubbing on high points of the gilding, hand-cut glass prisms with slight irregularities, and evidence of historic conversion from gas or candles to electricity.

A gilt bronze chandelier serves as a central focal point when hung above a dining table, in a formal entryway, or over a sitting area. It complements traditional period decor as well as contemporary minimalist schemes, where the detailed metalwork provides texture and historical contrast.

Dust the metalwork and crystal droplets regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or ostrich feather duster. Avoid liquid chemical cleaners on gilded bronze to protect the historic patina; individual glass pendants can be wiped with a damp cloth moistened with diluted isopropyl alcohol.
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