Antique Italian Maria Theresa Style Crystal Chandelier, 1950s

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A 1950s maria teresa crystal living room chandelier, richly decorated with crystal pendants, features twelve curved arms ending in e14 … Read more A 1950s maria teresa crystal living room chandelier, richly decorated with crystal pendants, features twelve curved arms ending in e14 bulbs in addition to the usual e27 central bulb, for a total of 13 lights. The bulb at the top of the structure emphasizes the magical effect of light refraction and the sparkle of the clear, faceted crystals from within. It is in excellent condition, completely overhauled and re-electricized, and ready to hang. It weighs 16 kg.

the maria teresa chandelier features a metal frame embellished with an ornamental glass stem and twelve protruding arms decorated with teardrop-shaped crystal elements. The entire metal structure, which has been re-gilded, is lined with crystals, and is decorated with a multitude of crystal drops of various shapes and sizes, including fan-shaped, cut, almond-shaped, prism-shaped, and octagonal.

the maria theresa-style crystal chandelier refers to the empress of austria, who reigned from 1740 to 1780, who inspired a chandelier that has become a timeless lighting classic and owes its name to her. Designed in the first half of the 18th century in honor of the empress, this chandelier quickly became the centerpiece of europe's most sumptuous halls.

this thirteen-light chandelier was created in the 1950s and features an iron frame completely covered in crystals and embellished with drops, rosettes, and pendants.

the versatility of this mid-20th-century maria theresa chandelier, harmonious and dramatic, makes it ideal for illuminating any space, from the most classic to the most contemporary.
up to 250v (europe/uk standard).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less