Bronze crystal chandelier in Empire style - obelisks and gilded angels

Brass chandelier, gilded in Empire style, with obelisks and gilded angels, featuring 23 lights—15 mounted on curved arms and 8 internal lamps that enhance the decorative effect of the crystal refraction. Originating from the second half of the 20th century, it is in good condition and fully functional.

Elegant balloon-shaped structure made of gilded brass, adorned with festoons and rows of crystal pearls connecting from the upper crown to the larger-diameter crown in the middle of the chandelier. 

The upper crown is topped with curved crystal leaves and decorated with botanical and floral elements made of brass, along with a garland of flowers and leaves gilded in a fusion to increase the value and sophistication of the chandelier, whose gilding shows no noticeable wear. 

The central gold crown is also made of a round embossed frame with botanical motifs, set within an octagonal shape of transparent, faceted crystal, which, thanks to its transparency and the inclusion of only internal lights, emphasizes a magical reflected light effect. 

On this central crown are five groups of gilded brass arms, each consisting of three branches decorated with botanical motifs and beads, topped with a large crystal obelisk. The lights are intertwined with figures of seated and absorbed brown putti. 

The Empire-style chandelier comes from a private Milanese residence; it is an Italian creation from around 1960, in good condition, fully restored electrically, with E14 candle sockets and a maximum power of 900 watts. 

Ideal placement would be in a living room or dining room; thanks to its extreme classicism and romantic lines, it is extremely versatile and easy to incorporate into any interior setting.

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