Large Louis XVI style chandelier, "Marie-Antoinette" model, circa 1870

A "Marie-Antoinette" chandelier from the Napoleon III period, in cut crystal and gilt bronze.
Sixteen outer ring lights and four central lights, for a total of twenty lights.

Parisian work
Circa 1870

Dimensions
Height: 145 cm
Diameter: 85 cm

The central frame of this superb Marie-Antoinette chandelier is adorned with sixteen outer ring lights, shaped like candles.

Four additional lights inside illuminate the heart of the chandelier, making the crystal radiate from within and creating a particularly warm atmosphere.

The entire piece is richly decorated with cut crystal drops, pendants, drops, and rosettes, suspended in garlands and vertical cascades. These elements, characteristic of the great Parisian workshops of the 19th century, multiply the reflections and create a refined sparkle. The long terminal drops and chains of crystal beads emphasize the verticality of the piece and enhance its spectacular character.

Inspired by the Marie Antoinette style, this chandelier embodies the imperial taste for sumptuous and luminous interiors. Its elegance, imposing height, and exceptional quality of materials make it a major decorative piece, ideal for enhancing a hall, living room, or any space seeking the prestige of period lighting.