French 19th-C Bronze Chandelier with Marble Body, Wedgwood Plaque & Glass Shades

An exceptional 19th-century French gilt bronze chandelier , richly detailed and distinguished by its marble central body and finely mounted Wedgwood medallions . This rare combination of luxurious materials—gilt bronze, carved marble, Wedgwood porcelain, and hand-formed glass—places this chandelier among the most refined examples of French decorative lighting of the period. The chandelier is elegantly suspended from a sculptural crown with scrolling supports and cascading foliate garlands. Its arms extend outward in graceful arcs, each terminating in a frosted glass shade meticulously shaped like a blooming flower , adding softness and diffusion to the light. The central standard is crafted from polished marble , lending the piece visual weight and classical gravitas. Mounted at its center is blue-and-white Wedgwood plaques , featuring a classical scene emblematic of neoclassical taste. The surrounding gilt bronze ornamentation—ribbons, acanthus leaves, and decorative mounts—exhibits masterful casting and detailing. Dimensions: Height: 39 in. Diameter: 29 in.