A wonderful Marie Therese chandelier from the 20th century

Magnificent Italian Marie Therese chandelier with nineteen lightweight crystals and a shaped central stem, topped with beautifully designed, twisted arms. This charming two-tier chandelier is in good condition and comes from a private palace in Milan Downtown.

It features eighteen lights arranged in two horizontal rows, with 18 E14 bulbs and an additional E27 bulb in the upper central part of the structure. Fully decorated with crystal strips, rosettes, and completely adorned with crystal chains and drops. The entire fixture is embellished with ornaments made of crystal pendants, prisms, and rosettes. In the central, pyramidal element made of cut glass, there is an additional light fitting.

In working condition according to European wiring standards. This two-tier version of the Marie Therese chandelier is decorated with various hand-cut glass pieces that catch and reflect the light of 18 candle-shaped bulbs resting on flower-shaped bobèches. It dates back to the 1950s.
Timeless elegance of this Italian crystal chandelier will surely create a unique atmosphere in any home.

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