Louis XV style

carved rock crystal and coloured hardstone, faceted and cut glass and gilt metal (some pendants and drops 18th century)

This is a very decorative piece. Some tear drop pendants chipped and with faults. Some of the glass drops and lustres are also chipped and have faults but the piece looks impressive and this wear gives a sense of age. The metal is tarnished with age. Takes both candles and light bulbs but would need re-wiring by a professional. This would look spectacular after a deep clean and even better when professionally re-wired.
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