Chandelier, anonymous, c. 1750 - c. 1770

Chandelier, anonymous, c. 1750 - c. 1770

gild, h 99.0cm × d 114.0cm More details

The woodcarver who made this chandelier gave free rein to his penchant for fanciful shapes. The form of the canopy and the ornamentation bring to mind rocks, waves, water, plants and other natural phenomena. This asymmetrical, seemingly weightless object is a textbook example of the Rococo style.

Color code: #E8E7DD Color code: #7D6E44 Color code: #614E1D Color code: #AFA585 Color code: #AC964D Color code: #D8CFB0
Download image

Collections with this work

Rococo

Rijksmuseum

Make your own creations with this work
Make a print of your favourite detail
Download this work and make your own creation
Order a ready-made poster of this work