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Neoclassical English Regency Bronze Chandelier

Offered by: Acroterion

Description
Elegant and rare circa 1825 English Regency George IV period solid patinated bronze chandelier in neoclassical 'Grecian' style having molded ceiling canopy issuing twist-stem standard joining gadrooned lambs tongue 'collar' connecting chains to stop-fluted circular dish-form body with bearded deity heads and top rams head 'chalice'; the three arms with molded deity faces below three bellflower socket cups. Originally an Argand or colza oil burning fixture, it was electrified in the early 20th-century.

Provenance: Malibu, California estate designed by renowned interior designer Michael S. Smith and pictured in two of his books: 'Michael S. Smith Houses', Rizzoli, New York, 2008; and 'Michael S. Smith: Building Beauty: The Alchemy of Design', Rizzoli, New York, 2013.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Lost wax cast solid bronze
Condition:	Good. Wear commensurate with age and use. Beautiful patina. Old wiring, rewiring available.
Creation Date:	circa 1825
Styles / Movements:	Classical, Regency, Neoclassical
Incollect Reference #:	330154

Dimensions

H.	44 in;	Diam.	27 in;
H.	111.76 cm;	Diam.	68.58 cm;

Message from Seller:

Acroterion, the company, founded in late 2012, is by appointment in the historic Hudson Valley of upstate New York specializing in exceptional fine and decorative art from eastern to western, ancient to current; with a focus on the unique and timeless. The curated inventory is ever-changing and discriminately chosen by the founder and owner Randal Dawkins. Having a passion for fine objects and design from an early age, Mr. Dawkins graduated in 2004 from Sotheby’s Institute of Art, London.

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