Mid 20th Century Russian Renaissance Revival Style Six-Light Bronze Chandelier

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This is an impressive Russian Renaissance Revival bronze chandelier, richly cast and displaying the bold architectural styling and exceptional craftsmanship … Read more This is an impressive Russian Renaissance Revival bronze chandelier, richly cast and displaying the bold architectural styling and exceptional craftsmanship associated with late 19th-century Russian decorative arts. The fixture features an elaborate openwork crown surmounted by stylized acanthus leaves, with decorative pierced suspension straps descending to a circular body adorned with finely cast foliate, shell, and classical ornament.

Six gracefully scrolling arms radiate from the central bowl, each supporting a candle-style socket with fluted bobeche, creating a harmonious balance of light and ornamentation. The deep central bowl is embellished with applied floral and foliate decoration and terminates in an elegant pendant finial.

The warm, naturally aged bronze patina enhances the crisp detail of the castings and highlights the chandelier’s richly sculptural quality. Reflecting both Russian craftsmanship and Western European Renaissance influences, this exceptional fixture has been professionally electrified for modern use while preserving its historic character.

Features

* Russian, Renaissance Revival Style
* Heavy cast bronze construction with rich antique patina.
* Openwork crown with stylized acanthus ornament.
* Decorative pierced suspension straps and chains.
* Six scrolling candle arms with fluted drip pans.
* Deep cast bronze center bowl with foliate and shell decoration.
* Electrified for modern use.
* A rare and sophisticated statement chandelier, ideal for a formal dining room, library, grand foyer, or period interior. See less