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French Late 19th C Gilded Bronze Antique Light
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French Late 19th C Gilded Bronze Antique Light

19th century
Sold 25 March 2026 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A French gilded bronze and crystal twin light bag antique chandelier, the two inverted light fittings sitting inside a decorative leaf central band and scrolling canopy with ring final, decorated with graduated swaged crystal faceted pendants and having the original chain and ceiling rose, lovely quality light fitting and super small scale. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 18"/46cm W: 12"/31cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Late 19th Century

Product Ref: OKA05681

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1199896
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05681
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 and crystal twin light bag antique chandelier, the two inverted light fittings sitting inside a decorative leaf central band and scrolling canopy with ring final, decorated with graduated swaged crystal faceted pendants and having the original chain and ceiling rose, lovely quality light fitting and super small scale. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 18"/46cm W: 12"/31cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Late 19th Century

Product Ref: OKA05681

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1199896
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05681
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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An antique French chandelier featuring a gilded bronze frame adorned with swags of small clear crystal beads and a hanging finial.
French Late 19th C Gilded Bronze Antique Light
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  • ObjectChandeliers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Historicism
  • MaterialGilded Bronze, Crystal
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsCast bronze frame, Crystal bead swags, Acorn finial
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 31 cm (12 in)

French gilded bronze lighting, often crafted using the ormolu technique, became prominent during the 18th and 19th centuries, reflecting the opulent styles of the periods such as Empire and Belle Epoque.

These fixtures typically combine cast bronze or brass frames with high-lead crystal beads and drops, often finished with a gold-leaf or mercury-gilded surface treatment.

Authenticity is identified by examining the weight of the bronze, the hand-cut nature of the crystal drops, the presence of traditional joinery like threaded screws, and natural ageing or oxidation on the metal surface.

Integrating an ornate antique light fixture into a modern space creates a striking focal point, balancing minimalist architecture with historic craftsmanship and texture.

Dust the fixture regularly with a soft brush and clean the crystals gently with a mild solution of warm water and dish soap, ensuring the electrical components remain dry.
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