Description:
Large Murano chandelier in transparent blown glass with twelve flames, a product of late XVIII century Venetian art. The entire apparatus is centrally supported by a smooth column shaft reproducing a twisted motif, fitted with a metal core. Decorated with a double order of alternating leaves and flowers, similarly present in the upper segment of the column, and pendants. A larger pendant serves as the terminal of the lower section. The upper finial has been replaced and a plate has been restored. Small chips on the surface.
CODE: ANILLA0246121
Dimensions (HxØ): 160 x 130 cm
Historical Stylistic Analysis:
The chandelier belongs to the so-called ‘column-shaped’ type, due to the similar shape of the central shaft here. This type represents a later evolutionary phase in the history of the chandelier than the architectural ‘pagoda’ type, known in some examples from the mid-18th century. The column model can however be attributed to the same century, being found in 18th century examples. This large salon chandelier represents a fine example of the historical and renowned art of glassmaking that flourished in the Venetian lagoon.
Bibliography:
Mariacher G., Lampade e lampadari in Italia, Dal Quattrocento all’Ottocento, Milano, Garzanti Editore s.p.a., 1981, p. 117.
- Column-Shaped Murano Chandelier. Venice late XVIII Century.
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