German Tendril Ribbon Chandelier in Crystal Glass & Gilt-Brass from Palwa, 1960s

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Elegant chandelier with tendril twisted glass and gold-plated brass ribbons designed in the manner of gaetano sciolari.

the sparkling and … Read more Elegant chandelier with tendril twisted glass and gold-plated brass ribbons designed in the manner of gaetano sciolari.

the sparkling and glittering palwa chandeliers are hanging in the residence of the empress marie-therese of austria, in the sultan of brunei’s palaces, in the palaces of the kings of saudi arabia and of the sheikhs of the gulf states but also in the white house in washington and in the bellevue castle in berlin, in first-class hotels and embassies.

manufactured by palwa (palme & walter), germany in the 1960s.

measures: diameter 15" in., height 19.7" in., height includes suspension 49" in.
lighting: takes seven small edison e14 base screw bulbs.
wattage: we recommend up to 40w per bulb. Works on 220v as well as 110v.
condition: very good vintage condition. No imperfections to the crystals.

wiring: the lamp has been tested with us american light bulbs under 120v and works flawlessly, no tools or rewiring required. All our goods are originally wired for 220v. Delivery without bulbs. this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



issues arising from misattribution,
up to 250v (europe/uk standard).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less