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THE VINTAGE COLLECTION

The Vintage Collection is the ultimate group of fine reproduction chandeliers. Although the collection especially embraces the elegant French periods, it is a collection representing all of the important past periods  of lighting.

The period represented in the collection are:

Renaissance AD1450-1600
Regency 1800-1830
Louis XIV early 18th Century
Louis XV mid 18th Century
Louis XVI late 18th Century
Empire early 19th Century
Art Deco 1920's

When fine reproductions are sought, these are the periods most appreciated.

Items in the Vintage Collection are made without compromise. The components used to make each chandelier are selected for authenticity and quality. Several selections in the collection are made from limited quantities of antique parts. When the original supply of antique parts is depleted, the item may no longer be available. Or, we may choose to reproduce the original parts as closely as possible to ensure the continued availability of the item.

Even the techniques we use to make the collection are kept as close as possible to the original techniques of the old world artisans. Bronze is hand cast into sand molds. After casting, parts are often hand chased to ensure the maximum fidelity to detail. Each piece is carefully hand fited together. Finally, a hand rubbed finish and patina is applied to the chandelier. If the chandelier has glass, it is hand blown by skilled craftsmen. The glass may be further worked with hand cutting and polishing.

Each fixture in this collection can be considered an investment in a future heirloom.



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