A RUSSIAN GILT-BRASS AND CUT-GLASS CHANDELIER, CIRCA 1825, IN THE MANNER OF JOHANN ZECH |

with four upscrolled candlearms connected by drop festooned drapes, issuing from a cranberry glass compound baluster stem, with pineapple corbel and palmette corona

In overall good condition. Four glass medallions tilting, however securely placed. Gilt-bronze and glass with very minor old marks and scratches consistent with age and use. One branch leaning to left side. Formerly fitted for electricity.
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COMPARATIVE LITERATURE

Sychev, I. The Russian Chandeliers: 1760-1830, P.V.B.R., 2003, p.34, fig.106, p.65, fig.319. See note on lot 66.