Twisted Rococo Elegance
The expert craftsmen at Restoration Lighting Gallery restore unique one-of-a-kind treasures every day. We like to say every light has a story and every story is unique. This mantra is our motivation for every piece that we apply our craft to. However; every once in while a very special piece comes along and we revel in its unique beauty.
This unique Rococo Influenced Griffin Head Chandelier Circa 1945 is one of those pieces. It has been carefully restored, and brought back to light. Its stunning warm antique brass finish glows with European grandeur.
It features detailed Griffin Heads cast in brass. The Griffin is a legendary creature that has the body of lion and the head and wings of an eagle. The Griffin was thought to be especially powerful and majestic creature—a perfect representation of this grand chandelier.
Rococo, meaning shell or pebble work, is from an 18th century artistic movement that originated in Paris, France. Rococo style was a reaction against the Baroque Art, which was symmetrical and rigid. Rococo artists created soft, graceful art that had gold and curved designs with foliate and floral motifs. The Rococo influences are evident in this chandelier with its curved details and twisted cast arms engulfed in the warm gold-like brass finish. The arms have up and down lights with torch style frosted shades that are held in place with floral bobesche cups.
This newly added piece quickly became a favorite in our showroom. With the right home, it will add elegance, style and history.
Learn more about this piece and visit our showroom to see it in its full glory.