Turquoise and gold Lucca chandelier 19th century made of original central cup of turquoise glass decorated with crowns

Turquoise-gold chandelier Lucca from the 19th century, made from an original central cup of turquoise glass decorated with crowns and ends made of embossed and gilded metal, topped in the middle with a glass element in the shape of a reflective golden egg.

The exceptional construction of this antique glass chandelier is supported by three chains connecting it at the top to embossed and gilded metal crowns. Six curved arms extend from the central gold crown, ending with gilt wooden bobeiges.

It finishes with a teardrop-shaped detail made of transparent blown glass.

The chandelier originates from Lucca and dates back to the late 19th century; it was originally designed to illuminate with candles. It comes from a private residence and has been electrified for six E14 bulbs. An additional internal light illuminates the turquoise bowl. It is now in perfect condition, ready to hang.

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