Early 20th Century Very Large French Art Deco Two Tier Frosted Art Glass Sabino Chandelier

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Majestic and impressive French Art Deco chandelier by Marius-Ernest Sabino (Paris, 1930s) Two tiers of molded art glass panels in … Read more Majestic and impressive French Art Deco chandelier by Marius-Ernest Sabino (Paris, 1930s) Two tiers of molded art glass panels in a waterfall design typifies this architecturally Modern looking chandelier. It features a striking double stepped design with rows of molded-pressed glass palmette panels arranged in two levels—18 on the lower tier and 14 on the upper, for a total of 32 panels. The panels display a crisp, linear geometric motif and are signed Sabino 8026 France in the mold. The cascading frosted and polished geometric patterned art glass sit side by side creating a frameless and timeless appearance.
The monumental chandelier is finished with a central fluted end cap in nickeled bronze.
Can be used in a dining room, entry foyer, mansion, hotel, lobby, commercial installation, bedroom, staircase, spiral stairwell or anywhere a powerful statement is warranted.
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Sabino DOB : Acireale 1878 - 1961 Paris
Marius-Ernest Sabino was born in Sicily in 1878; he moved to Paris with his family as a child.
Sabino studied at the École Nationale des Beaux-Arts and the École Nationale des Arts Décoratifs, where he developed a fascination with the impact of electricity on glassmaking. After World War I, Sabino established his own workshop in 1913, initially focusing on electric lighting designs. By 1920, he expanded his repertoire to include decorative and everyday objects crafted from pressed glass. His innovative techniques allowed him to create translucent molded glass with intricate relief designs, making glass the centerpiece of his creations rather than a secondary element.
Sabino pioneered techniques in glassmaking. This innovation allowed him to create pieces that played with light in captivating ways, enhancing the luxurious and modern feel central to Art Deco design. His use of frosted and molded glass with intricate geometric patterns epitomized the movement's emphasis on streamlined forms and elegant craftsmanship.
Sabino's clientele included prestigious figures and organizations, such as the Shah of Persia and the shipping company behind the luxury cruise liner Normandie. His work gained international acclaim, and he participated in major exhibitions, including the 1923 Triennale in Milan, the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels in Paris, and the 1937 Paris World's Fair. Sabino's chandeliers and decorative objects often featured monumental designs that complemented contemporary architecture.
After Sabino's death in 1961, his workshop continued operations until 1975.

Art Deco was heavily influenced by Cubism's geometric abstraction, and Sabino's designs reflected this through bold shapes and stylized patterns. Just like the fixture available here, his lighting fixtures and decorative objects often featured symmetrical motifs, such as starbursts or floral designs, which were quintessentially Art Deco. These geometric elements harmonized with the movement's architectural innovations, such as skyscrapers, further embedding his work into the era's visual language. Sabino's contributions to Art Deco design remain celebrated for their artistic innovation and technical mastery.
We have a few chandeliers available if you need a pair. We are liquidating our warehouse and thus the low pricing.
All assembled the chandelier weighs @ 115 lbs . See less