Lot 410
  • 410

A gilt-bronze mounted glass lantern, probably Austrian, circa 1800

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
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Description

  • gilt-bronze, glass
  • Haut. 120 cm., diam. 48 cm. ; Height 47¼in., diameter 19in.
surmounted by a crown of laurel leaves, with three scrolled candlearms, the glass vase with female sphinxes and medallion masks and three shaped handles; (fitted for electricity)

Literature

Related references:
L. de Groër, Les arts décoratifs de 1790 à 1850, Fribourg/Paris, 1985, p. 267, fig. 506.

Condition

The illustration of the catalogue is accurate despite being too orange. Good overall condition. Two leaves elements have been re-soldered. The central glass element is in good condition. As stated in the catalogue, the chandelier is fitted for electricity, please note that we do not guarantee that the electrical system is in working order, it has to be checked by a professional electrician. Nice quality of chasing. Rare shape and design.
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