Edgar Brandt and Daum

Guillaume Janneau, Le Luminaire:  Art Deco Lampen 1925-1937, Paris, 1992, p. 49 (for a version of the chandelier exhibited at the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, Paris, 1925)
Joan Kahr, Edgar Brandt:  Master of Art Deco Ironwork, New York, 1999, p. 140 (for a related model)
Joan Kahr, Edgar Brandt:  Art Deco Ironwork, Atglen, PA, 2010, p. 121 (for a related model) and p. 139 (for a period photograph of the artist's gallery salon illustrating a related model)

Overall very good original condition. The patinated surfaces present with a rich russet brown coloration throughout which serves to heighten the decorative detailing in the metalwork. The wrought iron frame with a few scattered minor surface scratches, areas of rubbing to the patina and surface dirt to the recessed portions of the design. This chandelier appears to retain all of its original hardware. Ceiling cap is shown in its entirety in the catalogue illustration. The glass elements present in overall very good condition. With a few minor inherent particulate inclusions and minor scattered air bubbles which are inherent in the making. Each of the shades presents with detailed gold foil inclusions and acid-etched decoration to the exterior. The coloration and decorative scheme is consistent across all glass elements. Three central shades are in good condition, however the middle shade is very slightly askew along one axis. The six exterior shades with some looseness in the mounts, however each remains stable and appears a result of the design, not an issue of the condition. One of the six outer shades has recently been professionally restored by a leading glass restorer to repair a minor loss to the smaller aperture adjacent to the lighting socket. A wonderfully luminous example of Brandt's collaboration with Daum, displaying dazzling gold foil inclusions which provide radiant highlights to the glass when lit and complement the stylized floral motif of the patinated bronze standard.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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Sotheby's is grateful for the assistance of Joan Kahr in authenticating and cataloguing this lot.