Grand twelve-light chandelier “with arabesque curved edges” by Werner & Mieth, crafted from fire-gilt bronze and richly adorned with crystal glass prisms. The lower section is defined by arched elements fitted with long glass prisms, connected by female caryatid busts. These support fan-shaped palm fronds, suspended cupolas, and the candle nozzles.
Above the tapering central stem rises a circular ring with additional glass prisms, culminating in a small canopy with scrolled ends and further prism decoration. A distinguished example of Prussian court lighting from around 1810.
For comparable examples, see an offer drawing by Werner & Mieth, wash and ink drawing, Berlin 1811, as well as the chandelier in the Audience Chamber of Caroline of Baden, Queen of Bavaria, at Nymphenburg Palace.
Dimensions:
Height: 140.0 cm | 55.12 in.
Diameter: 110.0 cm | 43.31 in.
