Antique crystal chandelier in a London interior — G&P Cohn, specialists since 1954
    Since 1954

    Antique Chandeliers For Sale

    A carefully selected range of antique chandeliers, chosen for their quality, character and craftsmanship. Our stock spans the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries.

    You are welcome to enquire about any chandelier shown here, or to discuss a particular requirement. We are always happy to help.

    About the Collection

    About the Chandelier Collection

    Our chandelier collection brings together examples from the principal periods of European chandelier-making — from early Georgian and Regency cut-glass pieces to Victorian tent-and-tier designs, Maria Theresa and Bohemian crystal items, and gilt-bronze ormolu work of the French 19th century.

    Each item is selected for the integrity of its frame, the quality of its cutting, and the consistency of its dressing. We pay particular attention to the survival of original arms, canopies and pans, and to the character of the antique glass — qualities that distinguish a genuine period piece from later reproductions.

    Before they are offered for sale, chandeliers are inspected in our workshop, sympathetically cleaned, re-pinned where required, and rewired to current standards. The aim is always to preserve the original character of the piece while ensuring it is safe and ready for installation.

    Antique Chandelier Specialists Since 1954

    Workshop Prepared

    Before a chandelier is offered for sale it is inspected in our workshop, sympathetically cleaned and re-pinned or re-strung where required, so that its original character is preserved.

    Specialist Electrification

    Where appropriate, historic fittings are sympathetically rewired to current UK standards, with wiring routed discreetly so the appearance of the piece is not altered.

    Specialist Advice

    You are welcome to speak with us about the suitability, dimensions and condition of a chandelier, and the practical requirements of hanging it in your room.

    Available Pieces

    Currently in the Collection

    Our stock changes as pieces are acquired, restored and sold. All items shown are available to view by appointment at our workshop.

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    8-Arm Early-Victorian Crystal Chandelier, CA 1840

    8-Arm Early-Victorian Crystal Chandelier, CA 1840

    An early-Victorian tent-and-tier chandelier of English manufacture, with eight metal arms carrying cut-glass nozzles and pans. The tent section is dressed with rectangular connection plates and octagonal buttons; the lower tier with triangular drops and pears. It has antique glass throughout, retaining its original form.

    £8,400

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    Pair of Empire-Style Chandeliers, c. 1930

    Pair of Empire-Style Chandeliers, c. 1930

    A modest pair of chandeliers in the Empire manner, each with three internal lamp holders set within a central ivory-coloured bowl. Three rigid brass chains suspend the bowl from the crown, with ornamental brasswork throughout. Well suited to halls, landings and stairwells where a compact fitting is required.

    £520

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    12-Arm French Cage Chandelier, c. 1860

    12-Arm French Cage Chandelier, c. 1860

    A large French cage chandelier of the mid-19th century, dressed in the typical French manner with plaque drops, half-moon drops, coloured bubbles and fruit drops. The cage form carries generous spikes to the arms, matched to the length of the French candles for which it was originally intended.

    £14,400

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    12-Arm Rule Drop Chandelier, c. 1820

    12-Arm Rule Drop Chandelier, c. 1820

    A glass rule drop chandelier of the early 19th century. From the canopy descend three cascading rule drop tiers to the circular frame. Below, four concentric circles of rule drops fall to the lower terminal, which is finished with a large cut-glass bubble.

    £18,000

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    8-Arm Rule Drop Chandelier, c. 1830

    8-Arm Rule Drop Chandelier, c. 1830

    An early 19th-century rule drop chandelier. From the canopy hang two rule drop circles, the smaller set inside the larger. Rule drop drapes descend along the stem, with square-button connection pieces at each junction.

    £12,000

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    8-Arm English Regency Chandelier, c. 1820

    8-Arm English Regency Chandelier, c. 1820

    An original Regency tent and waterfall chandelier of the early 19th century, of English manufacture. Eight arms with cut-glass nozzles and pans; the tent section dressed with strings of antique octagonal heavily cut, flat-back buttons; the four-tier waterfall section dressed with triangular icicles.

    £12,000

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    12-Arm Gilt & Crystal Chandelier, c. 1900

    12-Arm Gilt & Crystal Chandelier, c. 1900

    A copy of an early 19th-century Baltic chandelier. The upper section carries a spider adorned with buttons and icicles, opening to a larger shower with oval buttons on the drapes. The 12 solid ribbed-glass arms are arranged over two tiers.

    £8,400

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    12-Light Ormolu & Crystal Chandelier, c. 1910

    12-Light Ormolu & Crystal Chandelier, c. 1910

    A 12-light ormolu and crystal glass chandelier of the early 20th century, restored in the workshop and in good order throughout.

    £3,600

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    24-Arm Maria Theresa Chandelier, c. 1950

    24-Arm Maria Theresa Chandelier, c. 1950

    A large 24-arm Maria Theresa chandelier of the mid-20th century, restored in our workshop. The arms are arranged over two tiers — eight on the upper level and sixteen on the lower — giving the piece its full spread. The frame is dressed from top to bottom with Czech glass pear drops, buttons and rosettes. A cut-glass bubble hangs within the frame at its centre, with a larger cut-glass bubble at the lower terminal. The 24 metal arms are glass-clad and the pans carry a thumbprint design.

    £3,000

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    12-Arm Dutch Brass Chandelier, c. 1890

    12-Arm Dutch Brass Chandelier, c. 1890

    A small Dutch-style brass chandelier. Detailed trumpet crooks descend from the upper section to the first tier, each arm ending in a cast pan and nozzle. The second tier repeats and enlarges the pattern below, and the piece terminates in the typical Dutch ball.

    £1,140

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    3-Arm Coffee-Coloured Venetian Glass Chandelier, c. 1950

    3-Arm Coffee-Coloured Venetian Glass Chandelier, c. 1950

    An attractive and medium-sized 3-arm Venetian chandelier that dates from the mid-20th century, made from hand-blown Murano glass of a delightful coffee colour with gold tinges throughout.

    £550

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    7-Arm Early-Victorian Tent & Tier Crystal Chandelier, c. 1840

    7-Arm Early-Victorian Tent & Tier Crystal Chandelier, c. 1840

    This is an extremely fine and elegant early-Victorian tent and tier chandelier, dating from the early 19th century.

    £8,400

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    6-Arm Maria Theresa Chandelier, c. 1950

    6-Arm Maria Theresa Chandelier, c. 1950

    This is an eye-catching 6-arm Maria Theresa chandelier, with 3 additional light sources centrally located within the circular frame and bag-light section. It dates from the mid-20th century and we have restored it to its former glory in our workshop.

    £750

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    6-Arm Burt, Escaré & Denelle Glass Chandelier, c. 1930

    6-Arm Burt, Escaré & Denelle Glass Chandelier, c. 1930

    This is a pretty 6-arm original Burt, Escaré & Denelle glass chandelier dating from between the wars. It has been rewired, PAT-tested and fully restored in our workshop, and is ready for hanging. (please note one of the glass arms was broken off at the base but has been successfully glass bonded.)

    £630

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    6-Arm French Ceramic Bowl Chandelier, c. 1900

    6-Arm French Ceramic Bowl Chandelier, c. 1900

    This is a striking 6-arm French chandelier with a ceramic bowl that hangs on 3 chains, dating from the early 20th century.

    £520

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    6-Arm Czech Chandelier, c. 1930

    6-Arm Czech Chandelier, c. 1930

    A sophisticated Czech chandelier featuring exquisite strands of glass octagonal buttons, pear drops, plaques, and a central bubble. It is sure to bring a touch of class to your home with its radiant charm.

    £650

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    6-Arm French Chandelier With Coloured Glass

    6-Arm French Chandelier With Coloured Glass

    This is a beautiful French-style chandelier with a blend of coloured and clear glass plaque drops all adorned with a pretty rosette and interspersed with pear drops.

    £850

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    3-Arm French Empire Chandelier, c. 1920

    3-Arm French Empire Chandelier, c. 1920

    This is an enchanting 3-arm chandelier in the French Empire style, dating from the early part of the 20th century. Its centrepiece is a gilded bronze and dark green enamelled bowl with three detailed branches.

    £600

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    Small Tent & Bag Bead Chandelier, c. 1920

    Small Tent & Bag Bead Chandelier, c. 1920

    This chandelier is distinctive and eye-catching, featuring a tent-like structure adorned with strands of beads and accompanied by a bead bag. When illuminated, it is sure to cast a warm and inviting glow, creating a cosy and intimate atmosphere. The interplay of light and beads adds an ethereal quality to the space, making it a focal point of any room.

    £1,400

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    5-Arm Silver-Plated Chandelier, c. 1930

    5-Arm Silver-Plated Chandelier, c. 1930

    This is a very pretty classic-looking chandelier that would look stunning in either a modern or traditional lounge or dining room. It is made from brass but has been silver plated and lacquered and ready for hanging.

    £360

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    6-Arm French Chandelier, c. 1930

    6-Arm French Chandelier, c. 1930

    This is a wonderful example of French Plaque Chandelier made around 1930.

    £1,140

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    5-Arm Brass Chandelier With Downshades, c. 1930

    5-Arm Brass Chandelier With Downshades, c. 1930

    This is a 5-arm brass Chandelier which dates back to the 1930s. This particular Chandelier has pink downshade lighting on door knocker arms which is a unique lighting difference from most other Chandeliers. This style would make an ideal light source where it can hang at a low level, showing off the intricate glass shades.

    £264

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    3-Arm Decorative Gilt Chandelier, c. 1900

    3-Arm Decorative Gilt Chandelier, c. 1900

    This is an example of an extremely detailed gilt chandelier that has been recently restored to its former glory.

    £1,320

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    6-Arm & 12-Light Dutch-Style Chandelier, c. 1880

    6-Arm & 12-Light Dutch-Style Chandelier, c. 1880

    This is a large Dutch-style brass chandelier dating from the late 19th century.

    £960

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    Strass Tent & Bag Chandelier, c. 1980

    Strass Tent & Bag Chandelier, c. 1980

    This is a large modern and very impressive tent and bag chandelier, with strings consisting of connection pieces and square buttons, and completed with a solid cut-glass bubble hanging from the bottom.

    £3,000

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    6-Arm Venetian Chandelier, c. 1930

    6-Arm Venetian Chandelier, c. 1930

    A pretty and substantial olive-green 6-arm Venetian chandelier that dates from the early 20th century.

    £840

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    6-Arm French Chandelier, c. 1910

    6-Arm French Chandelier, c. 1910

    A very attractive and medium-sized classic French chandelier made in the early 20th century.

    £840

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    4-Arm French Empire Chandelier, c. 1930

    4-Arm French Empire Chandelier, c. 1930

    This is a fine 4-arm chandelier in the French Empire style, dating from the early part of the 20th century.

    £600

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    6-Arm French Brass Chandelier, c. 1920

    6-Arm French Brass Chandelier, c. 1920

    This is a lovely classic, medium-sized French chandelier dating from the early part of the 20th century.

    £840

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    8-Arm Bronzed French Chandelier, c. 1920

    8-Arm Bronzed French Chandelier, c. 1920

    This is a pretty and classic French chandelier of medium size, that dates from the early part of the 20th century.

    £940

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    6-Arm Hexagonal Brass Chandelier, c. 1930

    6-Arm Hexagonal Brass Chandelier, c. 1930

    This is an elegant and unique 6-arm brass chandelier dating from between the wars and what could be described as in the "Biedermeier" style. Its chunky and solid metalwork has a delightful antique bronze patina.

    £1,400

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    7-Arm Cast Brass Chandelier, c. 1920

    7-Arm Cast Brass Chandelier, c. 1920

    This is a fine quality brass chandelier that dates from the early part of the 20th century.

    £480

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    Previously Sold Chandeliers

    A selection of antique chandeliers previously handled by G&P Cohn. Explore our Sold Archive to see further examples of pieces that have passed through our collection.

    Excellent experience with this company. After visiting the workshop to view our chandelier, Ben delivered it and helped to install it. We are thrilled with it, and I have no hesitation in recommending this business.

    Jeff Brown — Antique Lighting Sales & Installation
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