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Crystal Chandelier
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Crystal Chandelier

18th century
Description

A magnificent George III hand cut crystal chandelier. Unusually it has 3 beautiful candle holders on the outside and one electric light in the centre. One of the candle holders has a chip in it, which can be seen in photograph.

This chandelier was formerly the property of a titled Lady.

Physical Dimensions
Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Declaration

Carlton House Antiques has dated this Brass Crystal Pendant Light to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA414087
Dealers Internal Reference
027
Description
A magnificent George III hand cut crystal chandelier. Unusually it has 3 beautiful candle holders on the outside and one electric light in the centre. One of the candle holders has a chip in it, which can be seen in photograph.

This chandelier was formerly the property of a titled Lady.

Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Date of Manufacture

Carlton House Antiques has dated this Brass Crystal Pendant Light to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA414087
Dealers Internal Ref
027
Carlton House Antiques
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A French Empire style hanging brass chandelier adorned with cascading strands of clear faceted crystal beads, a palmette leaf brass rim, and hanging crystal prism drops.
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Archive I A French Empire style hanging brass chandelier adorned with cascading strands of clear faceted crystal beads, a palmette leaf brass rim, and hanging crystal prism drops.

Crystal Chandelier

Archive II A French Empire style hanging brass chandelier adorned with cascading strands of clear faceted crystal beads, a palmette leaf brass rim, and hanging crystal prism drops. View II
Archive III A French Empire style hanging brass chandelier adorned with cascading strands of clear faceted crystal beads, a palmette leaf brass rim, and hanging crystal prism drops. View III
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A French Empire style hanging brass chandelier adorned with cascading strands of clear faceted crystal beads, a palmette leaf brass rim, and hanging crystal prism drops.
Crystal Chandelier
Ref: SA414087
A French Empire style hanging brass chandelier adorned with cascading strands of clear faceted crystal beads, a palmette leaf brass rim, and hanging crystal prism drops.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChandeliers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleFrench Empire
  • MaterialBrass, Crystal Glass
  • ColourBrass and Clear
  • MotifsPalmette cresting, Crystal glass prisms, Faceted octagonal beads, Cast brass ring
  • SizeH 66 cm (26 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 31 cm (12 in)

An eighteenth century French Empire style crystal chandelier constructed from brass and clear glass hangs suspended by a central rod. A circular cast brass ring decorated with palmette leaf cresting holds three exterior glass candle holders alongside vertical strands of faceted octagonal crystal beads that cascade upwards, complemented by dangling crystal prism drops below. The metal frame displays a warm brass tone contrasting against the transparent glass components, while natural signs of age appear as a visible chip on one of the candle holders. Measuring 66 cm high, 31 cm wide and 31 cm deep, this chandelier functions as a statement ceiling light fixture suited for placement in a dining room, hallway or drawing room.

Classical French crystal chandeliers typically feature cast brass or bronze frames ornamented with foliate motifs, supporting cascading strands of faceted crystal glass beads and hanging prism drops designed to refract light.

Traditional chandeliers utilize hand-cut or moulded crystal glass, cast brass or gilt metal structural rings, and pinned wire link connections to assemble the strands and drops.

Authentic antique pieces often exhibit hand-pinned lead crystal components with subtle irregularities, hand-cut glass facets, heavy cast brass metalwork, and natural surface patination or oxidisation.

Hang the fixture as a focal point above a dining room table or in a hallway to create contrast against minimalist walls, sleek furniture, and neutral colour palettes.

Dust regularly with a feather duster, and clean individual crystal drops using a soft microfibre cloth dampened with a mild alcohol-and-water solution, ensuring metal wire connections remain dry to prevent corrosion.
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