French Gilt Palm 5-Bulb Chandelier attributed to Maison Jansen, 1970s

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The Maison Jansen Palm chandelier is an iconic lighting creation from the celebrated Parisian design firm Maison Jansen, renowned for … Read more The Maison Jansen Palm chandelier is an iconic lighting creation from the celebrated Parisian design firm Maison Jansen, renowned for its luxurious and eclectic interiors blending classical craftsmanship with modern glamour. and Characteristics The Palm chandelier typically takes the form of a palm tree or palm leaf motif, executed in gilded or patinated brass. Models from the 1970s, often associated with the Hollywood Regency movement, reflect a mix of French sophistication and dramatic tropical inspiration, emblematic of Jansen’s later creative era.

These chandeliers generally feature: • Stems or branches flaring out into stylized palm fronds • Six or more lights emerging from among the leaves • Finishes in gold leaf, brass, or silver gilt, depending on the edition

Most authentic Palm chandeliers date from around the 1970s, when Maison Jansen’s designers explored naturalistic and exotic motifs inspired by colonial and Art Deco influences. Maison Jansen’s craftsmanship continued under these stylistic experiments until the atelier’s closure in 1989.
European Plug (up to 250V).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less