Vintage French Empire Chandelier, 1920s

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Antique Empire-style chandelier, crafted from bronze and cut crystal, France, early 1900s. The cone-shaped structure, inspired by early 19th-century neoclassicism, … Read more Antique Empire-style chandelier, crafted from bronze and cut crystal, France, early 1900s. The cone-shaped structure, inspired by early 19th-century neoclassicism, is decorated with a cascade of hanging prisms.
The upper band is enriched with cut glass medallions and bronze festoons, a clear reference to the triumphal Roman symbolism typical of the Empire style.
At the top, ornamental details with acanthus leaves and scrolls complete the frame, giving it a dramatic and decorative appearance.

Up to 250V (Europe/UK Standard).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less