French Gilt-Bronze Chandelier in the Rococo Taste
first quarter 20th century, the four-light chandelier with an unusual standard with a leaf-molded center rod decorated with pierced, swirling bronze lotus plants and set with four bold, scrolled candle arms decorated with scrollwork and lotus, and terminating in leaf-molded candle cups, the pendant finial with rocaille molding, hung with a variety of cut glass drops and mounted with shades.
h. 52-1/2", dia. 33"
Provenance: Estate of Mahin Forrest, Houston, Texas.

In very good condition. No signs of damage. Electrified. New Orleans Auction Galleries is pleased to issue an opinion
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