Maria Theresa crystal chandelier with leaf-shaped pendants, six lights – mid-20th century

Crystal Maria Theresa chandelier with leaf-shaped drops, six lights – mid-20th century

A wide, graceful crystal chandelier in Maria Theresa style with six lights. The six curved arms are clad in glass and decorated with small glass rosettes; above them extra decorative arms scroll upwards. At the centre is a cut baluster stem with a diamond pattern (photo 4) and a scalloped crown with drops. The candle cups have a frosted, scalloped rim.

What makes this chandelier special are the large, flat leaf-shaped drops (also known as ‘French cut’ or ‘pendeloques’), alternating with teardrops and a crystal ball at the bottom of the centre (photo 5). In the light they create a lively play of reflections. The construction – glass sleeves over a metal frame, with rosettes at the joints – is typical of the Maria Theresa chandeliers made in Europe in the mid-20th century.

Why we chose this piece

The Maria Theresa chandelier is a timeless classic that never goes out of fashion. This version is wide and relatively low, so it also hangs beautifully above a dining table or in a room with a normal ceiling height. The large leaf drops give it just a little more sparkle than the standard model.

Style and interior

It suits a classic or romantic interior, a French country or brocante interior, and creates a beautiful contrast in a modern or industrial interior (for example against a rough brick wall).

Dimensions: fitting Ø 64 cm x 52 cm high; total height including suspension approx. 88 cm
Material: cut crystal and glass, metal frame
Style: Maria Theresa
Period: mid-20th century
Origin: Europe
Number of lights: 6
Condition: fair, with signs of use consistent with age. On one of the decorative arms two pieces of the glass cladding are missing, so the metal frame is visible there (photo 6). On a few drops there is a yellowish residue of glue or sealant at the top near the hanging loop (photo 5 and 7). No breaks or missing arms seen. The wiring needs to be checked before the chandelier is hung; the price reflects this.

Price:
€ 245

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