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This chandelier has been gently cleaned while respecting the vintage patina. It is newly rewired & earthed with 2 metres of gold silk cable & 8 new E14 lamp holders. It is fully working, PAT tested by an electrician and ready to install. Eight new black silk gold lined lampshades & lightbulbs are included in this price. This chandelier can work with a dimmer. It is possible to use this light in other countries although it may be necessary to purchase different light bulbs suitable to local electricity.

This elegant vintage chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari is a reinterpretation of the traditional Neoclassical chandelier.   In this case the traditional canopy shaped chandelier is given a Modern twist with the use of geometric forms. Key design features such as the swag & scroll form are kept simple for a Modern clean look. It has Italian craftsmanship and attention to detail, emphasized with the use of polished & satin gilt finishes. The metal frame is quality cast and has a good weight. This design would suit a range of interiors such as Antique, Traditional, Hollywood Regency, Post Modern, or Contemporary.

This light has the original maker`s label `SCIOLARI ROMA` still attached inside the original vintage brass ceiling cup, as photographed. 

From this centre piece spreads out 8 scrolling arms in polished finish. These rise slightly upwards, each holding a bobeche in a satin finish with a polished beaded trim. On the bobeche there is the lamp holder with a removable cover in a satin reeded finish and two horizontal bands. Under the bobeche there is a long decorative finial with a twisted rope design also in a satin finish. Between the arms runs two `string of beads`. The contrast between the satin & polished finishes creates different reflections and depth.

Each lamp holder carries 1 standard small screw light bulbs (E14) up to 40 Watts. At present fitted & photographed with Candle Clear shaped light bulbs of 28 Watts. These are included in the price. It is possible to use other E14 bulbs.

Each light is finished with a new clip-on black silk lampshade, these have a black fabric trim and metallic gold lining. These are included in the price.

The chandelier could be installed without the shades for a more traditional look (as photographed).

From the ring at the top of the frame there is a brass chain leading to the brass ceiling cup. The chain attaches to a short brass rod. This rod has a ring with a screw to slide along and adjust the ceiling cup at different heights along the rod. Inside the cup the rod has another ring with a removable ‘S’ hook to hang the chandelier to the ceiling. The chain can be easily shortened or lengthened if needed. The chain fitted at present is 1 metre long.

This chandelier is in very good vintage condition. The metal frames are sound with no damages. The gilt finishes are in very good condition with a light patina & tiny marks in line with age & wear. The 8 lampshades are new and in very good condition.

GAETANO SCIOLARI BIOGRAPHY