A French Gilt Brass Six-Sided Hall Lantern by Petitot, c. 1927
£950.00
Description
A refined and architecturally sophisticated French hexagonal hall lantern from the renowned Parisian workshop of Petitot. This piece exemplifies the transition between late 19th-century classicism and the cleaner, more geometric lines of the early 20th-century French aesthetic.
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A French Gilt Brass Six-Sided Hall Lantern by Petitot, c. 1927
A refined and architecturally sophisticated French hexagonal hall lantern from the renowned Parisian workshop of Petitot. This piece exemplifies the transition between late 19th-century classicism and the cleaner, more geometric lines of the early 20th-century French aesthetic.
The lantern features:
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Maker’s Attribution: Clearly stamped with the PETITOT maker’s mark, a signature of high-tier Parisian lighting manufacture known for superior brasswork.
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Hexagonal Form: A balanced six-sided frame crafted in heavy gilt brass, featuring crisp corner uprights and subtle molded detailing to the canopy and base.
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Bevelled Glazing: Each of the six panels is fitted with original, thick bevelled glass. These chamfered edges act as prisms, catching and diffusing the light to create a soft, welcoming glow.
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Superior Finish: The gilt brass retains a mellowed, authentic patina that highlights the quality of the original casting without the over-bright appearance of modern reproductions.
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Ready for Installation: Professionally restored, rewired to modern British standards, and PAT-tested, complete with its original matching chain and ceiling rose.
Dealer’s Comments
“This is a well-proportioned and elegant French hall lantern. The quality of the brasswork and the bevelled glass are immediately apparent, and the presence of the Petitot stamp adds genuine authenticity and desirability. A timeless and versatile piece.”
Condition Report
The lantern has been fully rewired and PAT-tested using high-quality British-made components, and is ready for immediate installation.
The glass is entirely original, retaining excellent clarity
Measurement
Height: 30 cm / 11.8 inch
Width: 23 cm / 9.1 inch
Depth: 23 cm / 9.1 inch
Weight: 3.3 k.g. / 7.3 lbs
Max Drop: 65 cm
Min Drop: 30 cm
Cleaning, Polishing & Restoration
All our collections have been through our workshop and where possible, we always try to maintain the original finish preserving the patina and colour, some items are sympathetically restored and this is done by our own skilled craftsmen using only traditional methods
