Antique Italian brass and crystal chandelier from the 19th century

Chandelier made of brass and crystal from 1800, a stunning Italian chandelier crafted from gilded brass and crystal from the mid-19th century, featuring six entirely handcrafted lights designed for candle illumination; the structure has a central shaft covered with crystal vases, from which six curved arms extend, ending in decorated crystal bobèches; the arms are made of shaped brass, all numbered according to their connection points.

The arms are richly decorated with numerous rosettes, drops, and fan-shaped pendants made of faceted crystal.
This chandelier is not currently connected to electricity but is in excellent condition and dates from the second half of the 19th century.

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