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Pair of Late 19th Century E.F. Caldwell & Co. Gilt-Bronze & Baccarat Crystal Six-Arm Girandole Lamps
Height: 30 in.
Width: …
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Pair of Late 19th Century E.F. Caldwell & Co. Gilt-Bronze & Baccarat Crystal Six-Arm Girandole Lamps
Height: 30 in.
Width: 16 in.
Base: 9 in.
An exceptional and highly decorative pair of late 19th-century six-arm girandole table lamps attributed to E.F. Caldwell & Co., New York, incorporating superb Baccarat crystal elements of remarkable clarity and brilliance.
These striking lamps embody the opulence of the American Gilded Age, drawing inspiration from 18th-century French Rococo and Louis XV models while reflecting the refined craftsmanship for which Caldwell was renowned. Each example is executed in finely cast gilt-bronze (ormolu), featuring elegantly scrolling candle arms adorned with acanthus leaf ornamentation, foliate detailing, and richly modeled decorative motifs throughout. The sculptural bases provide both visual gravitas and structural stability.
Each arm is hung with hand-cut Baccarat crystal pendants and icicle drops, exhibiting exceptional faceting and light refraction characteristic of the firm’s 19th-century production. When illuminated, the prisms create a brilliant interplay of light, enhancing the sculptural gilt framework.
Originally conceived in the tradition of 18th-century French girandoles, these late 19th-century examples represent the evolution from candlelight to early electrified decorative lighting. Caldwell supplied prestigious residences, institutions, and landmark interiors across America, often incorporating the finest imported French crystal.
Details
Signed by E.F. Caldwell & Co., New York
Late 19th Century
Six scrolling arms per lamp
Gilt-bronze (ormolu) construction
Baccarat crystal prisms and drops
Electrified with candle-form sockets
Sold as a matched pair
Condition
Very good antique condition consistent with age.
Beautiful original patina to gilt surfaces.
Crystal elements intact and sparkling.
Professionally wired and fully functional.
Minor age-appropriate wear.
Styling Notes
Ideal for flanking a mirror, anchoring a grand mantel, or accenting a formal console. Their scale and brilliance make them especially suited for classical, neoclassical, Beaux-Arts, or Hollywood Regency interiors.
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- Dimensions
- 16ʺW × 16ʺD × 30ʺL
- Lamp Shade
- Not Included
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Crystal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Power Sources
- Up to 120V (US Standard)
- Corded
- Type A
- Condition Notes
Very good antique condition consistent with age. Beautiful original patina to gilt surfaces. Crystal elements intact and sparkling. Professionally wired …
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Very good antique condition consistent with age. Beautiful original patina to gilt surfaces. Crystal elements intact and sparkling. Professionally wired and fully functional. Minor age-appropriate wear.
The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order. less
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