5-Arm Gilt Brass Empire-Style Chandelier, c. 1920
Sold — ArchiveThis is a splendid 5-arm gilt-brass chandelier in the French Empire style, dating from the early part of the 20th century. All the brasswork is gilt, including the arms, pans and tulip-shaped nozzles. The central stem has an urn embellished with a beautiful mythological scene of cupids in a vineyard. A pineapple finial completes the chandelier at the very bottom. We have professionally restored this chandelier in our workshop and it is rewired, fully tested and ready to be hung.
At a Glance
- Period
- c. 1920
- Origin
- France
- Materials
- Gilt Brass
- Lights
- 5
- Suitability
- Dining Room, Drawing Room
Catalogue Notes
- Gilt-brass throughout — arms, pans and tulip nozzles all retained in their original finish.
- Central urn cast with a mythological scene of cupids in a vineyard.
- Pineapple finial to the base — a classical motif frequently found on Empire-style pieces.
Restoration by G&P Cohn
Professionally restored in our workshop. Gilt brasswork checked throughout — arms, pans and tulip-shaped nozzles retained in their original finish.
Electrification —Rewired, fully tested and PAT tested to current UK standards prior to sale.
Condition
Rewired and tested; no further recommendations noted at time of sale.
This Piece Has Now Been Sold
This antique light has found a new home. G&P Cohn regularly acquires and restores similar antique chandeliers, lanterns, wall lights and candelabra.
For over 70 years we have sourced exceptional antique lighting. If you are looking for something similar, we would be delighted to help.
Preserved in our archive as a record of pieces handled by G&P Cohn since 1954.
From the Workshop
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