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Italian Ebonised & Giltwood 6 Light Chandelier
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Italian Ebonised & Giltwood 6 Light Chandelier

1920 - 1940
Sold 30 January 2026 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A decorative Italian ebonised, giltwood and toleware 6 light chandelier, the metal toleware arrow headed scrolling arms with wooden foliated bobeche drip pans and leaf candle sconces, issuing from an ebonised reeded tapering central sheath column with arrow head finial, nice original patination and well carved and gilded. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with bulbs and ceiling fixings. We have three chandeliers available.

Dimensions: H: 21"/53cm W: 26"/66cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Product Ref: OKA05484

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this Italian Ebonised Chandelier to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1161330
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05484
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 decorative Italian ebonised, giltwood and toleware 6 light chandelier, the metal toleware arrow headed scrolling arms with wooden foliated bobeche drip pans and leaf candle sconces, issuing from an ebonised reeded tapering central sheath column with arrow head finial, nice original patination and well carved and gilded. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with bulbs and ceiling fixings. We have three chandeliers available.

Dimensions: H: 21"/53cm W: 26"/66cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Product Ref: OKA05484

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this Italian Ebonised Chandelier to the 1930s.

Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161330
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05484
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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Archive I An Italian ebonised and giltwood chandelier featuring six light fittings, scrolling arms, and carved gold leaf detailing against a dark background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Italian Ebonised & Giltwood 6 Light Chandelier

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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 Italian ebonised and giltwood chandelier featuring six light fittings, scrolling arms, and carved gold leaf detailing against a dark background.
Italian Ebonised & Giltwood 6 Light Chandelier
Ref: SA1161330
An Italian ebonised and giltwood chandelier featuring six light fittings, scrolling arms, and carved gold leaf detailing against a dark background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChandeliers
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleItalian Classical
  • MaterialWood, Giltwood, Metal
  • ColourBlack and Gold
  • MotifsScrolling arms, Carved acanthus leaves, Fluted column shaft, Gilded highlights
  • SizeH 53 cm (21 in) x W 66 cm (26 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

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Ebonised and giltwood finishes became popular in European furniture and decorative arts during the 17th and 18th centuries, often used to mimic expensive ebony wood while adding reflective golden highlights for dramatic contrast.

These pieces are typically constructed from carved wood, such as beech or lime, treated with a dark ebonising stain or black paint, and accented with applied gold leaf or gilding on carved details.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-carved details, traditional joinery methods, natural wear to the gilding, and period-appropriate wiring or metal fittings upon closer inspection.

Pairing a dramatic, dark-finished chandelier with contemporary minimalist decor creates a striking focal point, balancing historical craftsmanship with clean, modern architectural lines.

Dust the fixture gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, abrasive materials, or excessive moisture that can damage delicate gold leaf and ebonised finishes.
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