Louis XV style ormolu, glass, and rock crystal chandelier

This superb chandelier is crafted from cut glass, rock crystal, and ormolu—also known as gilt bronze—in the distinctive Louis XV style. The present chandelier is a wonderful example of a 19^th Century interpretation of the Rococo style that flourished under Louis XV, a style that emphasises flowing lines, gracious curves, and pure decadence.

The chandelier features an ormolu frame defined by six scrolling bracket forms. These brackets are moulded with acanthus leaf detailing and support the springing of twelve light branches below. The ormolu frame is profusely adorned with both cut glass and rock crystal pendants and droplets, many of which are charmingly modelled as individual fruits.