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Chandelier

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Large chandelier with frosted glass shades, metal framework. The framework has a central rod with a spiral design. There are three lights on either side of the chandelier. The base of the chandelier features hanging crystal-like decorations. Above the lights, a metal figure of a woman. Further up, another decorative metal element with a floral design. At the very top, a funnel-shaped glass shade. The background is a plain wall. The artist is not visible in the image. The title is "Chandelier".

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1853
Medium
Gilt bronze, glass
Dimensions
373 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
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