Lot 36

Empire Gilt Bronze Swan Figural 12 Light Chandelier

Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
French, early 19th century, with leaf and floral crown, over faceted drops and streamers, central ring supporting four candle cups with column and scroll supports, and four wreath appliques, and set with eight swan figural candle arms, over a basket of faceted crystals and gilt bronze artichoke drop, 48 x 38 in.; Provenance: Arne Schlesch and Jose Juarez Garza Antiquaires, New York, purchased March 1969 for $4,200 (accompanied by annotated business card); The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr., Newnan, Georgia

Condition

formerly fitted for electricity (small holes in candle cups), some minor gilding wear, some crystals possibly associated, upper brass ring for basket likely later in date, some minor losses to crystals