Rare Early Chandelier, 1836

Origin

United States, Connecticut

Period

19th Century

Materials

Cast and formed metal.

Dimensions

H.	22 in;	Diam.	22 in;
H.	55.88 cm;	Diam.	55.88 cm;

Condition

Excellent. Original polychrome paint decoration. Replaced glass shade.

Creation Date

1836

Description

Complete with copy of patent issued to Alonzo Platt of Middletown, Connecticut, on October 8, 1836.

Alonzo Platt called this a "Union Lamp" in that it produced "a clear and vivid light by the union of three separate and distinct lamps or reservoirs, so combined as to burn under one glass."

This true survivor of American Industrial Arts is the most complete and original extant.

Styles / Movements

Americana, Folk Art

Incollect Reference Number

95531