Large Genoese Wooden Chandelier, "mecca" Gilding, Late 18th-early 19th Century

Large Genoese chandelier, in gilded wood with mecca and crystal pendants, in elegantly intertwined garlands, late 18th century,earlt 19th century

The central wooden shaft is "gilded" using the "a mecca" technique, an Italian technique consisting of applying a silver leaf to the wooden support, then covering it with a gold varnish; the 8 light arms are made of iron

Genoese chandeliers are typical of this Italian region, they are found in all the palaces of Genoa: they are also available with colored pendants, Murano pearls, with a more or less complex "lacing" of the crystal chains.
Chic, they fit into both a classic and contemporary interior

Chandelier as is: the pendants are complete, but the gilding is missing (see photos) - Electricity to be reviewed

Height 125 cm
Diameter approx. 94 cm