Early 20th Century French Painted Chestnut Six-Light Chandelier From Brittany

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Add warmth and whimsical French country character to a breakfast room, wine cellar, or beach house with this interesting antique … Read more Add warmth and whimsical French country character to a breakfast room, wine cellar, or beach house with this interesting antique Breton chandelier. Crafted in Brittany, France circa 1920, the unusual six-light fixture is hand-carved from chestnut and features a circular frame centered by a turned baluster shaft, all highlighted with the region’s traditional polychrome decoration in deep cobalt blue and rich brick red.
The chandelier is adorned with six finely carved Breton fishermen, each dressed in traditional regional attire with broad-brimmed hats and positioned around the circular frame. Every figure extends one arm while holding an individual lantern, creating a total of six lantern-form lights. The charming carved figures, decorative iron chains, hand-painted details, and lantern shades celebrate the maritime heritage and folk traditions of Brittany, giving the fixture a wonderfully sculptural presence from every angle.
The chandelier has been professionally rewired and is ready for installation. It remains in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, retaining its rich walnut patina, vibrant original painted finish, and light surface wear consistent with its age. Both a functional light fixture and a remarkable work of Breton folk art, this rare chandelier is sure to become a conversation piece in any interior.
Dimensions:
Diameter: 35.5”
Height: 27.5 See less