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A French gilt-bronze six-light chandelier early 20th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- height 41 in.
- 104 cm
with acanthus-cast corona, the fluted baluster body with a flame finial above three seated tritons playing the flute, issuing six scrolled arms. Wired for electricity.
Literature
Related literature: Pierre Verlet, Les Bronzes Dorés Francais du XVIII siecle, Picard, 1987, p. 92
Catalogue Note
The original model was delivered in 1780 to Versailles for Marie-Antoinette's Cabinet D'or. The chandelier still remains in Versailles.