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Chandelier

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photo of a crystal chandelier titled "Chandelier" by an unidentified artist. The chandelier hangs from a white ceiling and has a round white base. It has a metal frame with multiple tiers of crystals hanging from it. There are four white candle-shaped lights attached to the frame. The crystals are long and thin, and they refract light. In the background, there is a white wall with two windows on either side. The windows have curtains with a gathered design at the top. There is a picture frame on the wall between the windows. The room has a decorative molding on the ceiling and walls.

Artwork details

Date:
1810–20
Medium:
Glass, brass
Culture:
British or Irish
Dimensions:
496 × 625 px
Museum record:
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