Set of Four Verdigris Copper Pendant Lights
Description
An exceptional and highly decorative set of four early 20th-century pendant lights, featuring heavy-gauge copper bowls with a remarkable, naturally aged verdigris patina. Originally conceived as industrial or domestic vessels, these discs have been masterfully repurposed into a cohesive lighting installation.
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Set of Four Verdigris Copper Pendant Lights
An exceptional and highly decorative set of four early 20th-century pendant lights, featuring heavy-gauge copper bowls with a remarkable, naturally aged verdigris patina. Originally conceived as industrial or domestic vessels, these discs have been masterfully repurposed into a cohesive lighting installation.
Each pendant retains its original hand-wrought character, featuring a series of perimeter ventilation apertures that allow subtle points of light to escape laterally. The underside reveals the deep, recessed warmth of the copper, housing a single bulb that provides a focused yet atmospheric downward glow. The set is suspended from aged brass link chains with period-correct twisted silk-flex cabling.
These vessels date to the Edwardian era (circa 1900–1910). During this period, heavy copper was the standard for high-quality domestic and industrial heat-exchange components. The distinctive "donut" or toroid shape suggests they may have functioned as part of a specialised steam-heating system or as "hot water discs" used in grand country house linens or carriages.
The verdigris finish, a carbonate of copper, is entirely authentic, formed by decades of exposure to moisture and air. Unlike modern chemical patinas, this "crust" shows a complex variegated palette of sea-foam green, malachite, and raw chocolate copper tones, signaling true antiquity.
Dealer’s Comments
"It is increasingly rare to find a matched set of four in such uniform condition. What makes these pieces so compelling is the 'UFO-esque' profile; they bridge the gap between Victorian industrial utility and Mid-Century sculptural modernism. In a contemporary interior, they offer a grit and texture that newly manufactured 'industrial' lighting simply cannot replicate. They are, effectively, functional sculptures for the ceiling."
Condition Report
Excellent antique condition. The verdigris is stabilised. Re-wired for the UK market with antique-style gold braided flex and E27 lamp holders.
Measurement
Height:Â Â Â Â Â Â 6 cm /Â Â Â 2.4 inch
Max Drop:Â Â Â 62 cm /Â Â 24.4 inch
Min Drop:Â Â Â Â 20 cm /Â Â 7.9 inch
Width:Â Â Â Â Â Â 18 cm /Â Â Â 7.1 inch
Depth:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 18 cm /Â Â Â 7.1 inch
Weight:Â Â Â Â Â Â 2.4 k.g. /Â Â 1.3 lbs
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
