French c.1875

The delicate bamboo tracery of this period gasolier elegantly transforms the functional form of the two-arm fixture into an exotic chinois ornament. Few aesthetic gas fixtures are as obviously oriental in their inspiration, and this gilt example is particularly fine.

DESCRIPTION: 

Cast brass in imitation of bamboo, with evidence of original fire gilding. Period etched glass shades.

SIZE: approximately 86” h x 46” w

PRICE: On request.

CALL NUMBER: 336-II-LF