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Classical French 19th Century Chandelier
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for sale €6,786     $7,366
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Classical French 19th Century Chandelier

19th century
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A good quality late 19th century gilded ormolu and bronze chandelier, having a knotted drape with a bronze cherub, six foliate leaf decorated branches with sconces. Measures: 95cm high (37.5").

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Height
95cm (37.40")
Declaration

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Gilt Bronze Putto Chandelier to the 19th Century.

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SA933202
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Batch 39b 56640 LEAKE
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Description
A good quality late 19th century gilded ormolu and bronze chandelier, having a knotted drape with a bronze cherub, six foliate leaf decorated branches with sconces. Measures: 95cm high (37.5").
Height
95cm (37.40")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Gilt Bronze Putto Chandelier to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA933202
Dealers Internal Ref
Batch 39b 56640 LEAKE
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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A 19th-century French chandelier featuring a central patinated bronze cherub suspended from a gilt ribbon, surrounded by branching gilt foliage and candle sockets.
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Archive I A 19th-century French chandelier featuring a central patinated bronze cherub suspended from a gilt ribbon, surrounded by branching gilt foliage and candle sockets.

Classical French 19th Century Chandelier

Archive II A 19th-century French chandelier featuring a central patinated bronze cherub suspended from a gilt ribbon, surrounded by branching gilt foliage and candle sockets. View II
Archive III A 19th-century French chandelier featuring a central patinated bronze cherub suspended from a gilt ribbon, surrounded by branching gilt foliage and candle sockets. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century French chandelier featuring a central patinated bronze cherub suspended from a gilt ribbon, surrounded by branching gilt foliage and candle sockets. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century French chandelier featuring a central patinated bronze cherub suspended from a gilt ribbon, surrounded by branching gilt foliage and candle sockets. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century French chandelier featuring a central patinated bronze cherub suspended from a gilt ribbon, surrounded by branching gilt foliage and candle sockets. View VI
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques

Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Telephone 077 1010 7505
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76 Church Street
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 1RL
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century French chandelier featuring a central patinated bronze cherub suspended from a gilt ribbon, surrounded by branching gilt foliage and candle sockets.
Classical French 19th Century Chandelier
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A 19th-century French chandelier featuring a central patinated bronze cherub suspended from a gilt ribbon, surrounded by branching gilt foliage and candle sockets.
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  • ObjectChandeliers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Neoclassical
  • MaterialGilt Bronze, Patinated Bronze
  • ColourGold and Dark Brown
  • MotifsPutto figure, Acanthus foliage, Ribbon suspension, Foliate candle nozzles
  • SizeH 95 cm (37 in)

This French Neoclassical chandelier from the 19th century demonstrates fine late 19th-century metalwork, rendered in a striking combination of gold and dark brown. The design centres on a patinated dark bronze putto figure suspended from a gilded ribbon knot, flanked by six branching ormolu arms decorated with intricate acanthus foliage and foliate candle nozzles. The piece stands at 95 cm high. Suitable for hanging in a grand dining room or hallway, the fixture brings a distinct French chateau aesthetic to contemporary interiors. The contrasting gilt bronze and dark patinated bronze elements create visual depth, while the detailed sculptural quality of the central cherub and leaf sconces enhances its decorative impact. It operates as an overhead lighting source, combining classic motifs with functional candle holders to complement traditional and period residential spaces.

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A 19th-century French gilt bronze chandelier, often referred to as an ormolu lighting fixture, typically incorporates Neoclassical design motifs such as cherubs, acanthus foliage, and classical drapery. These pieces were manufactured to illuminate formal reception rooms, combining sculpted figures with multi-arm candelabra configurations.

Traditional French chandeliers of this period were primarily constructed from cast bronze, which was either fire-gilded to achieve a golden finish or dark patinated to create contrast. Components were created using lost-wax or sand casting techniques, followed by hand-chasing to refine surface details.

Authentic 19th-century examples feature heavy, hand-cast bronze elements with hand-chased surface work and crisp detail in the metalwork. Inspection of the construction reveals original threadings, hand-cut brass or iron nuts, and natural wear to the gilding or patination along handling areas.

A French neoclassical chandelier serves as an architectural focal point above a dining table, in an entrance hallway, or within a formal living area. Juxtaposing the detailed metalwork against neutral plaster walls or clean-lined contemporary furnishings highlights its sculpted form.

Dust the fixture regularly using a soft, dry camel-hair brush or microfibre cloth to prevent dirt accumulation in detailed recesses. Avoid abrasive chemical cleaners, metal polishes, or moisture, as these can strip original fire gilding and historic bronze patina.
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