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Chandelier

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black-and-white photo of a chandelier by Sia. The chandelier has a central metal frame with ornate details. It has three tiers of crystals hanging from it. The bottom tier has crystals hanging down in a fringe-like pattern. There are six glass lampshades around the middle section, each with a candle inside. The background is a plain gray wall.

Artwork details

Date:
1810–20
Medium:
Cut glass, gilt bronze
Culture:
British or Irish
Dimensions:
428 × 625 px
Museum record:
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