Empire Ceiling Lamp by Josef Danhauser, 1820s

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Fantastic chandelier in museum quality from the time of biedermeier - original around 1820; subsequently electrified.
all parts made of … Read more Fantastic chandelier in museum quality from the time of biedermeier - original around 1820; subsequently electrified.
all parts made of massive bronze, fire -gilded.
very difficult and massive execution.
painted some parts with green enamel paint (the painting partially rubbed; the gold -plated gilding comes to light underneath).
in the museum of applied arts in vienna (mak), an original draft for this model can be found under the inventory number ki 8971-1676 - this is the version with 6 lighting low. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
designer records,
or other literature sources and take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising
from
misattribution,
up to 250v (europe/uk standard).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less