Maison Bagues Rock Crystal Chandelier

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This large scale, stylish and chic rock crystal chandelier was created by the iconic firm of Maison Baguès and is … Read more This large scale, stylish and chic rock crystal chandelier was created by the iconic firm of Maison Baguès and is in the Louis XV style with its 12 candle lights (Candelabra bulbs, not included with this listing) and the interior crystal cage has a single bulb. (also Candelabra bulb) The steel frame is silver leafed and encrusted with a mixture of hand-cut rock crystal, amethyst and clear crystal prisms. This piece was fabricated in early 20th century, acquired in a rare notable Palm Beach venue, now from the Palm Beach estate and will make the perfect subtle and dramatic statement piece for your own home.

FYI: The origins of Baguès.
Baguès was born in Auvergne circa 1840 and became famous internationally as a creator of art lighting. In the beginning it specialized in liturgical bronze and the company quickly developed by the end of the 19th century thanks to bronze lighting brought about by the generalization of electricity.

During the 1920s, Victor and Robert Baguès enlarged the bronze lighting collection of their father and created their own iron models: the range Baguès is composed of parrots and foliage chandeliers and wall sconces. See less