Influenced by French Empire Austria developed a humble type of bag-and-tent chandeliers. From this derived the typical "Wiener Grüstl", a delicate frame of brass with modest chains of crystal for decoration. Pieces of this type feature a modest elegance through unpretentious use of decorative fittings.
Josephine
Zahn circa 1835
Biedermeier
Brass
dia/w: 90 cm, h: 122 cm
flames: 12
weight: 15 kg
item number: 5085-12