Antique French 12-Light Crystal Chandelier with Hand-Cut Lead Crystal, Circa 1925–1940
An exceptional antique French crystal chandelier dating from approximately 1925–1940, handcrafted from bronze-finished brass and adorned with magnificent hand-cut lead crystal.
The chandelier features twelve lights arranged on eight elegant outer arms and four inner lights surrounding a beautifully cut crystal center column. Numerous extra-long faceted crystal prisms, sparkling crystal octagons, and a large faceted crystal sphere create extraordinary brilliance and impressive light reflections.
Its elegant proportions and refined craftsmanship perfectly represent the transition from the late Art Nouveau period to the refined elegance of French Art Deco lighting.
An outstanding original French lighting fixture combining exceptional crystal quality, timeless elegance, and remarkable craftsmanship.
Details
- Origin: France
- Period: circa 1925–1940
- Style: French Art Deco
- Material: Bronze-finished brass
- Crystal: Original hand-cut lead crystal
- Lights: 12 (8 outer arms + 4 inner lights)
- Diameter: 65 cm (25.6")
- Body height: 85 cm (33.5")
- Total height including chain & canopy: 101 cm (39.8")
- Sockets: 12 × E14
- Suitable for: Europe, USA, Canada, UK, Australia and most international electrical systems
