Design for a Chandelier 19th century

This 19th-century anonymous design for a chandelier, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, features an elaborate, ornate design. The drawing showcases a chandelier with a central, circular base adorned with intricate detailing, reminiscent of a crown. From this base, delicate chains of interconnected loops cascade downwards, culminating in a decorative tip. The chandelier is depicted in meticulous detail, highlighting the intricate craftsmanship that would have been required to realize this design. Chandeliers have a long history in decorative art and this design speaks to the popular taste of its time, featuring exuberant ornament and elaborate details characteristic of the 19th-century.