Description Rare Cornelius & Baker Brass, Bronze and Glass Solar Chandelier
ca. 1851-1861, Philadelphia, retaining a rich damascene surface, the spiral-reeded standard set with brass fittings with Moorish decoration and flowerheads, the solar tanks signed "Cornelius & Baker, Patent April 1st 1845, Philadelphia", supported on gilt-lacquered scrolled, pierced arms, and hung with leaf-molded chains alternating with rings, set with cut and frosted glass ball shades.
h. 24", dia. 45-1/2"