Large and majestic Florentine baroque chandelier in wood, gold leaf, hand carved walnut, with 9 lights.
This precious chandelier was from the Della Torre family dining room.
This precious chandelier was from the Della Torre family dining room.
History , curiosity and provenance of this item:
Dining room from the last heir of ancient noble family “Della Torre di Rezzonico”. This branch of the family is originally from the village of Rezzonico on Como Lake. Andrea Erecco Della Torre would be the ancestor that gave origin to the Della Torre Rezzonico family. In 1640 Aurelio Della Torre moved to Venice in order to pursue the trade. Amassed immense fortunes which he bequeathed to his nephews Giovanni Battista and Quintigliano who obtained the Venetian nobility. Giovanni Battista married a lady of Venice and from marriage was born on March 7, 1693 Carlo Rezzonico, who in 1753 became Pope (Clemente XIII). Registered in the Court of Arms of Government Lombardo on November 20, 1769.
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Attributed to:Michele Bonciani (Manufacturer)
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Dimensions:Height: 66.93 in (170 cm)Diameter: 39.38 in (100 cm)
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Style:Baroque Revival(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:WalnutGilt
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Place of Origin:Italy
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Period:Early 20th Century
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Date of Manufacture:1910
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:Vigonza, IT
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Reference Number:Seller: FLA234Seller: LU2495328437762
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