Early 20th Century Modern French Art Glass 6 Panel + Center Nickeled Bronze Chandelier Signed Leleu

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Sleek and modern looking, fine French Art Deco chandelier signed Leleu featuring six frosted art glass panels propelling outward of … Read more Sleek and modern looking, fine French Art Deco chandelier signed Leleu featuring six frosted art glass panels propelling outward of a central coupe.
The panels feature a starburst or floral blossom overall shape, supported by the original shiny nickel plated decorative bronze frame suspension comprising six fluted bars splayed toward their base, and topped with a hexagonal complementary canopy.
The molded, frosted art glass central coup is adorned with a radiating pattern, geometric designs and a ball border, surrounded by six bulbous-shaped frosted art glass panels with geometric detailing, while the motifs of circular, fluted, and chevron patterns are interwoven throughout.
The upper canopy has a fluted and striated design and is detailed with a ball-trim motif, mirroring the surround framing of the coupe and glass design. The bright nickel plated bronze armature and glass of this chandelier is replete with the kind of architectural detailing typical of the beloved Art Deco movement, presenting a sleek and flowing aesthetic overall.
Georges Leleu ( 1883-1961 ), was a famous Parisian designer and company active from 1900 to the late 1930's. He was recognized for the quality of his Art Deco lighting
Leleu & Robillard was established at the turn of the century on rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine in Paris. This partnership persisted until after the First World War, when Robillard departed. The firm then carried on under the name Etablissement Georges Leleu until its closure in the late 1930s.

Overall, this graceful chandelier would be a beautiful and unique addition to any type of room and in any room setting, ex: Modern, Transitional, English, Traditional, French, Biedermeier, Minimalist, Italian design, Industrial English country house, Rococo, Modernist, Hollywood Regency, and can be used as in any space, foyer, entry, hallway, bedroom, dining room, study, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen...
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