An Italian neoclassical polychrome-painted and parcel-gilt tôle and cast-iron sixteen-light chandelier Naples, 19th century

Craquelure to the paint, particularly to the reservoir consistent with age. Decoration of the cast-iron figures and candle-arms refreshed. Gilding of the gallery, candlearms and figures refreshed. The reservoir-cover slightly off center. Minor tarnish marks to the chains, some rubbing to the decoration and gilding, particularly to the cone and acanthus decoration at the base of the dish. Minor tarnishing to the reservoir dish. In otherwise sound condition.
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