A vintage French Wheat Light

  • Stock ID: 16078
  • Reference No: MX1386

A mid 20th century French gilt wrought iron and tole-work five light Maison Jansen design 'Wheat' chandelier, decorated (in an allegory for Prosperity) as a bouquet of wheat stalks and foliage. This type of wheat light was originally designed by Salvador Dali as a coffee table base for Coco Chanel's Parisian apartment, and later adapted as ceiling and wall lights. Retaining its original chain and ceiling cup. Area of Paris, circa 1950.

Condition report: Complete and in excellent condition. Rewired to Australian safety standards using gold silk electrical cords.
Dimensions: Diameter 44 cm, height 50 cm plus chain and ceiling cup. Current overall drop is 70 cm. Please advise our shop if you require a specific drop for this light.
Status: Available

  • Price: AU$1,800.00

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