What is a mantel lustre?

A mantel lustre is a decorative glass or crystal vase fitted with a ring of hanging glass pendants designed to sit upon a fireplace mantel. These pieces were purely ornamental or used to enhance ambient candlelight in Victorian and Edwardian parlours.

How do I identify a French candelabra?

French examples often feature gilt bronze, ormolu, or finely cast brass mounts combined with elaborate crystal drops and rococo or neoclassical styling. They frequently employ multiple branches and intricate figural or floral bases distinct from simpler English designs.

Were these lamps originally electric?

Most older pieces started as oil burners, paraffin lamps, or candle holders before being converted to electricity later in the twentieth century. Original wiring is rarely present, and conversions usually preserve the antique glass and metal body while updating the internal fittings.

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These antique crystal table lighting pieces bring a brilliant sparkle to a room, ranging from grand French candelabras to heavy lead crystal table lamps.

19th century

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Candelabra

From Carlton House Antiques

£350

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Pair Table Chandeliers Tête-à-tête Brass and Crystal

1900 - 1920

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Pair Table Chandeliers Tête-à-tête Brass and Crystal

From Antiques Affair

£480

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Pair Napoleon III Style Converted Table Chanddeliers Bronze and Crystal

19th century

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Pair Napoleon III Style Converted Table Chanddeliers Bronze and Crystal

From Antiques Affair

£660

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Interesting Empire Desk Reading Lamp Bronze, Crystal and Brass

19th century

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Interesting Empire Desk Reading Lamp Bronze, Crystal and Brass

From Antiques Affair

£380

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Pair Table Chandeliers Tête-à-tête Brass and Crystal

Pair Napoleon III Style Converted Table Chanddeliers Bronze and Crystal

Interesting Empire Desk Reading Lamp Bronze, Crystal and Brass

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