Rare and important gilded bronze chandelier with shells and roses.

Rare and important antique chandelier in gilded bronze, adorned with shells and flowers in opaline glass, from the Art Nouveau period. The body is richly decorated with sculpted vegetal motifs, equipped with opaline glass tulips shaped like roses. The branches are filled with moulded glass in the shape of shells. The whole presents an elegance typical of the late 19th – early 20th century, in the spirit of Art Nouveau / Belle Époque. The quality of the casting, the refined floral decoration, and the patina of the bronze testify to a beautiful ancient craftsmanship. The glassware diffuses a soft and warm light, ideal for a living room, dining room, or a characterful entrance. Characteristics: Material: gilded bronze, opaline glass. Style: Art Nouveau / floral and shell decoration. Period: late 19th century. Number of light points: nine lights in total. Electricity to be checked according to current standards. In good overall condition for this masterpiece of Art Nouveau, with impeccable old patina. Dimensions: h100 X 59cm. An exceptional piece in the spirit of the work of Lerolle Frères. A piece to be cleaned to regain all its former splendour.