AN EMPIRE STYLE PARCEL GILT PRISM HUNG TWENTY-FOUR LIGHT CHANDELIER, POSSIBLY AMERICAN, NEW YORK, EARLY 20TH CENTURY, in the manner of Edward F. Caldwell & Co., gilt bronze, brass, and other mixed metals with hand-cut glass prisms, a swirling acanthus canopy issuing monaei lappet chain relief arms centering heraldic beribboned wreaths over a deep green ground collar with applied garland ormolu interspersed by protruding pomegranate fruit finials above a dense cascade of graduating faceted octagonal glass prisms to palm frond and acanthus leaf scroll with pineapple finials issuing double foliate and flower scrolled arms to leafy candle cups interspersed by four imposing spread-winged eagles bearing single lights, all hung from a green ground band mounted with palm and wreath ormolu centering twelve interior lights over a prism hung bowl ending in a cabochon band and suspended pinecone finial. Height: 63" Diameter: 42"

Patina and age are apparent throughout, some glass prisms with cracks, chips, and losses, prisms likely replaced in some areas and not all are original, drill holes and older wiring. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."