Gilt Metal Wheat Sheaf Chandelier, in the Style of Coco Channel

Gilt metal wheat sheaf chandelier in the style of Coco Channel, French work, circa 1970. Dimensions: 49 × 49 × 50 cm.

PRODUCT DETAILS

Période 1970–1980
Dimensions en CM 49.0 x 49.0 x 49.9 cm
Dimensions en INCH 19.29 x 19.29 x 19.65 inch
Style Mid-Century Modern
Matériaux Gilded Metal

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Executed in the distinctive aesthetic associated with Coco Channel, this gilt metal wheat sheaf chandelier is an emblematic piece of French decorative style from the 1970s. The wheat sheaf motif — a symbol of fertility and abundance — was widely popularised by this aesthetic and its celebrated taste for stylised natural ornament, with wheat ears forming a recurring and instantly recognisable element throughout its ornamental vocabulary.

The structure of this chandelier forms an almost perfect sphere of approximately 50 centimetres in diameter, composed of a profusion of gilt wheat ears radiating in all directions. This interplay of stems and ears creates an effect of dense, luminous texture that diffuses light in a warm and enveloping manner, lending an atmosphere of festive elegance to any interior it inhabits. The warm, amber tones of the gilt metal patina further enhance the celebratory character of the piece.

A spectacular and highly decorative object, this chandelier demands attention as a true conversation piece. It is perfectly suited to an entrance hall, a distinguished drawing room, or any space calling for an exceptional lighting fixture. Its compact format — approximately 50 cm across in all directions — allows it to be hung successfully in rooms with a wide variety of ceiling heights.

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