Chandelier 1725 - 1730

This ornate, eight-armed chandelier, likely made in the 18th century, is crafted from carved and gilded wood. Its intricate design features a central stem with a series of bulbous forms, surmounted by a decorative finial. The arms of the chandelier gracefully extend outward, terminating in candle holders. This grand example of Rococo style, with its emphasis on asymmetry and natural forms, would have been a statement piece in a wealthy home of the period. The Minneapolis Institute of Art houses this impressive example of decorative arts.