Signed by Victor Raulin (1867-1925), Louis XV style chandelier with Cupids circa 1880 in chiseled and gilded bronze
A magnificent and elegant chandelier in finely chiseled bronze in its period gilding work signed by Victor Raulin. The chandelier illuminates with eighteen winding light arms on two levels. Our chandelier is decorated with a magnificent decoration in finely chiseled and gilded bronze, such as three fauns on the central shaft, three Cupids in the branches and three women's faces in the lower part of the chandelier. It receives decorative elements in cut crystal from the Cristalleries de Baccarat, such as plaques, stars and ends with a magnificent crystal ball.
Very beautiful French work in the Louis XV style signed by Victor Raulin, manufactured around 1870-1880 in collaboration with Cristalleries de Baccarat.
Dimensions: Height 115 cm - Diameter 85 cm.
In very good condition. The chandelier has been cleaned and retains its period gilding. Electrification to European standards, possibility of upgrading to American standard on request.
Victor Raulin (1867-1925):
Cabinetmaker and artistic bronze worker.
He worked with his father at 93 rue de Turenne and together they took part in the 1867 Exhibition.
From 1878 to 1925, he settled at 110 rue Vieille du Temple, then at 209 Boulevard Saint-Germain. He participated in the Universal Exhibitions of Paris in 1878 and 1889 where he won silver medals.
Baccarat:
In 1764, King Louis XV granted Louis-Joseph de Montmorency-Laval, Bishop of Metz, permission to establish a glassworks in the village of Baccarat in Lorraine.
In 1824, Ismaël Robinet, a glassworker at Baccarat, invented a piston-driven air pump that facilitated glass blowing. The following year, Baccarat developed the press-moulded technique.
In 1855, Baccarat took part in the first Parisian Universal Exhibition, notably with two candelabras and a chandelier of monumental dimensions.
In 1860, on October 29, Baccarat registered its trademark at the Paris Commercial Court: a carafe, a stemmed glass and a goblet inscribed in a circle. First printed on a paper label, the stamp was then directly engraved on the piece.
Baccarat is a crystal of excellent quality, it contains no less than 31,7% lead, without any defect, a high level of requirement, this is what characterizes the manufacture. The Baccarat Crystal Factory crosses generations while remaining a symbol of the French art of living.
Signed by Victor Raulin (1867-1925), Louis XV style chiseled and gilded bronze candlestick Aux Amours circa 1880
A magnificent elegant chandelier in finely chiseled bronze with original gilding, signed by Victor Raulin. The chandelier is illuminated by eighteen scrolled arms lights on two levels. Our chandelier is adorned with magnificent ornamentation in finely chiseled and gilded bronze, including three fauns on the central shaft, three Amours in the branches, and three women's faces in the lower part of the chandelier. It is decorated with cut crystal elements from the Cristalleries de Baccarat, such as plaques and stars, and ends with a magnificent crystal ball.
Very fine French work in the Louis XV style signed by Victor Raulin, manufactured around 1870-1880 in collaboration with the Cristalleries de Baccarat.
Sizes: H 45.27 Inches. – Diameter 33.46 Inches.
In very good original condition. The chandelier has been cleaned and is still in its original gilding. Electrification to European standards, and American standards is available on request.
Victor Raulin (1867-1925):
Cabinetmaker and bronze-maker.
He worked with his father at 93 rue de Turenne and took part together in the Paris World's Fair of 1867.
From 1878 to 1925, he set up shop at 110 rue Vieille du Temple, then at 209 Boulevard Saint-Germain. He took part in the Paris World Fairs of 1878 and 1889, winning silver medals.
Baccarat:
In 1764, French King Louis XV granted Louis-Joseph de Montmorency-Laval, Bishop of Metz, permission to establish a glassworks in the Lorraine village of Baccarat.
In 1824, Ismaël Robinet, a Baccarat glassmaker, invented an air-piston pump that facilitated glassblowing. The following year, Baccarat developed the press-molded technique.
In 1855, Baccarat took part in the first Paris Universal Exhibition, exhibiting two monumental candelabras and a chandelier.
In 1860, on October 29, Baccarat registered its trademark with the Paris Commercial Court: a carafe, a stemmed glass, and a beaker inscribed in a circle. Initially printed on a paper label, the stamp was later engraved directly onto the piece.
Baccarat crystal is of the highest quality, containing no less than 31.7% lead, with no defaults and the highest standards. Cristallerie de Baccarat has been passed down through the generations and remains a symbol of French art de vivre.