A unique ten-light chandelier with a very original, vintage composition

Chandelier made of wrought iron and ostrich egg, a distinctive ten-arm chandelier with a very original composition, truly a unique piece, featuring interesting craftsmanship, also thanks to the use of exceptional materials.

This extraordinary model has a tall central iron stem topped with a floral bud, constructed from iron petals that enclose the ostrich egg inside.

From the top of the iron bulb, ten curved arms cascade downward, with double scrolls, featuring lights arranged in two tiers; each arm is decorated with iron spirals and metal balls lacquered in ivory and lapis lazuli colors. The final element is made of lacquered wood in blue — an non-original lacquer.

The chandelier dates from the early 20th century, is in perfect condition, restored and re-electrified, making it an ideal piece for rustic interiors.

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Empire-style furniture and accessories date from the late 18th to early 19th century. Everything was influenced by Napoleon’s reign, which imposed a strong resemblance to Roman and Greek ornamentation.

Neoclassical furniture, associated with Louis XVI, also draws heavily from ancient architecture. Antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles are also interesting and worth noting. Baroque, whose name derives from the Portuguese 'barocco' — meaning irregularly developed pearl — was characterized by very ornate furniture designed to dazzle with splendor and play a significant role in luxury. Unique materials were selectively used to emphasize the grandeur of these pieces.

Today, we can observe how much the Baroque style influenced modern classical furniture, which is often designed with a strong resemblance to the historical period. The Renaissance style is also significant, flourishing in the 15th and 16th centuries and leaving a major mark on furniture design. Renaissance furniture was quite heavy and robust, using brown stains, moldings, sturdy bases, and bas-reliefs. These products were quite distinctive but also opened new possibilities, such as the construction of cupboards and broadly speaking, chest furniture. They also drew inspiration from mythology and antiquity, with supports and legs often taking animal forms.

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