Chandelier Cleaning
Professional cleaning of antique chandeliers and period lighting, carried out carefully on site or at our workshop depending on the size, condition and complexity of the fitting.
Chandelier Cleaning
Established 1954
Antique Lighting Services for Interior Designers & Architects
Specialist chandelier cleaning, restoration, repair and electrification, alongside a carefully selected collection of antique lighting for sale.
Discuss a ProjectG & P Cohn is a third-generation family business specialising in antique chandeliers and period lighting.
We work with interior designers, architects, property professionals and private clients, providing specialist support for antique and period lighting within residential, historic and other significant interiors.
From the careful cleaning of an existing chandelier to restoration, repair, rewiring or the sourcing of antique lighting for a new scheme, every piece is assessed individually and treated with respect for its original materials, construction and character.
We can work on site where appropriate or undertake more involved work at our workshop.
Project Support
Specialist Antique Lighting Support
Antique lighting often requires specialist knowledge of historic construction, materials and fittings. We can assist design professionals at different stages of a project, from assessing an existing fitting through to restoration, electrification and final installation.
Restoration & Repair
Careful restoration and repair of antique chandeliers and period lighting, including structural repairs, replacement of missing components where appropriate and conservation of original elements.
Restoration & Repair
Electrification & Rewiring
Sympathetic electrification and rewiring of antique chandeliers and period lighting for use with modern electrical systems while preserving the appearance and character of the fitting.
Electrification & Rewiring
Removal & Installation
Specialist assistance with the removal, dismantling, packing, transportation preparation and reinstallation of chandeliers where required as part of a project.
Antique Lighting for Sale
A carefully selected collection of antique chandeliers, wall lights, lanterns and candelabra available for interior projects.
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Working Alongside Your Project Team
We understand that work within an interior design or architectural project often needs to coordinate with other trades and a wider programme of works.
G & P Cohn can provide specialist input specifically relating to antique chandeliers and period lighting. Existing fittings can be assessed individually and appropriate work discussed before proceeding.
Where restoration is required, components can be carefully dismantled and catalogued before work is undertaken. Our approach is sympathetic rather than unnecessarily replacing or refinishing original material.
For particularly large, fragile or complicated fittings, we can advise on the most appropriate approach following photographs, dimensions and information about the property.
Assessment of existing chandeliers and period lighting
Specialist cleaning, restoration, repair and rewiring
Careful dismantling, cataloguing and reassembly where required
Advice for large, fragile or complicated fittings
Heritage
Specialist Knowledge Since 1954
G & P Cohn was established in 1954 and is now a third-generation family business.
Over more than 70 years we have worked on chandeliers and period lighting for private residences, historic houses, churches and institutions.
Our experience encompasses antique glass chandeliers, crystal chandeliers, brass and gilt fittings, lanterns, wall lights, candelabra and other forms of period lighting.
Project Archive
Recent Work
Our Recent Work archive provides examples of the type of chandelier cleaning, restoration, electrification, removal and installation projects undertaken by G & P Cohn.
CleaningNotting Hill, London
Antique Chandelier & Lantern Cleaning in Notting Hill, London
Careful on-site cleaning of a collection of antique and period lighting in Notting Hill, including three bell lanterns hanging approximately 15 feet high and a beautiful old Swedish lozenge chandelier cleaned entirely in situ.
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Removals & ReinstallsThe Bishops Avenue, London
Taking Down & Packing Chandeliers on The Bishops Avenue, London
A two-day project carefully taking down and packing approximately 15 chandeliers and 10 wall lights from a private residence on The Bishops Avenue, including a substantial 40-light glass chandelier.
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ElectrificationMarylebone, London
Re-electrification of a Pair of Italian Chandeliers
A pair of large Italian glass chandeliers removed to the workshop for full re-electrification and cleaning before reinstallation in Marylebone.
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RestorationG&P Cohn Workshop, Hoddesdon
Restoration of a Turkish Chandelier
Workshop restoration and re-electrification of a decorative Turkish chandelier, returned to safe and full working order.
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CleaningNotting Hill, London
Antique Chandelier & Lantern Cleaning in Notting Hill, London
Careful on-site cleaning of a collection of antique and period lighting in Notting Hill, including three bell lanterns hanging approximately 15 feet high and a beautiful old Swedish lozenge chandelier cleaned entirely in situ.
View ProjectRemovals & ReinstallsThe Bishops Avenue, London
Taking Down & Packing Chandeliers on The Bishops Avenue, London
A two-day project carefully taking down and packing approximately 15 chandeliers and 10 wall lights from a private residence on The Bishops Avenue, including a substantial 40-light glass chandelier.
View ProjectElectrificationMarylebone, London
Re-electrification of a Pair of Italian Chandeliers
A pair of large Italian glass chandeliers removed to the workshop for full re-electrification and cleaning before reinstallation in Marylebone.
View ProjectRestorationG&P Cohn Workshop, Hoddesdon
Restoration of a Turkish Chandelier
Workshop restoration and re-electrification of a decorative Turkish chandelier, returned to safe and full working order.
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Antique Lighting for Sale
Alongside our specialist services, we offer a changing selection of antique and period lighting.
Our collection includes antique chandeliers, wall lights, lanterns and candelabra, with pieces from different periods, makers and materials.
Designers are welcome to contact us regarding individual pieces or particular project requirements.
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
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
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
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 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
EnquirePair 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
Enquire12-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
Enquire12-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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Discuss an Interior Project
If you are working on a project involving an existing antique chandelier or period light fitting, or are looking to source antique lighting for an interior, we would be pleased to discuss the requirements with you.
Photographs are particularly helpful. Where possible, please include approximate dimensions, the location of the property, ceiling height and a brief description of the work required.
There is no obligation and we are always happy to offer initial advice.