Large antique crystal chandelier from the mid-19th century with eighteen lights in the Louis XVI style

Large antique crystal chandelier from the mid-19th century with eighteen lights in Louis XVI style, from a villa by Lake Como. Impressive bronze structure with a rectangular cross-section and a central truss support made of ribbed Czech crystal. 

The tall construction of this period chandelier, entirely handcrafted for wax candle lighting, features eighteen curved double arms, twelve plus six, arranged in two rows; originally, serving as the main light source, the two-row arrangement ensured even light dispersion. 

The arms are richly decorated with numerous rosettes, drops, and fan-shaped pendants in faceted crystal, as well as elegant obelisks also in crystal. Each arm ends with a multi-petal colacera plate in the shape of flowers and long candles set in E14 holders. 

Each of the eighteen handcrafted arms is stamped and numbered, with the corresponding number engraved. A large faceted ball finishes the lower part of the chandelier. 

It originates from the hallway of a villa by Lake Como and is in excellent condition after conservative restoration, which, through careful cleaning, revealed the structure; it has been rewired for a maximum total power of 1500 watts. The bronze structure has been treated to prevent oxidation and darkening over time. 

This masterpiece of Italian art and lighting, born in the 19th century to illuminate festive rooms, combines the refinement of discreet elegance with the precious and scenographic effect of crystal, and for a fascinating alchemy, it finds a very current place in modern interiors. 

The gallery photos document the chandelier before restoration. The height of 150 cm does not include the chain; it refers only to the chandelier itself.

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