Black-Patinated Wrought Iron Chandelier in the Medieval Style with Three Torchere Arms, Circa 1950

This chandelier is organized around a central body in cut iron tole with fleur-de-lys motifs, from which extend three horizontal arms treated as torcheres: each, ringed with a forged band, ends in a tapered point pointing downward and carries a circular cup surmounted by a white faux drip candle. The suspension is ensured by three twisted rods with horn hooks connected to an important chain of large oval links.

This deliberately archaizing aesthetic, pointed irons, twists, massive chain, heraldic cut-outs, belongs to the Medieval or "Gothic" style brought back into fashion by French ironworkers of the 1950s, for rustic interiors evoking fortified residences and guard rooms.

Condition report: Good overall condition. Deep and even black patina, slight traces of use on the faux candles. Wiring to be checked before use. Perfect above a farmhouse table or in the entrance of a house of character.