Chandelier

1810–20

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 725

Chandeliers were rarely found in early-nineteenth-century houses, but this example was a centerpiece of Mrs. Benkard’s parlor at her home on Long Island and retained its prominence when her collection was installed at the Museum 1n 1947.

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Provenance

Title: Chandelier
Date: 1810–20
Geography: Made in England
Culture: British or Irish
Medium: Glass, brass
Dimensions: H. 36 in. (91.4 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of the Members of the Committee of the Bertha King Benkard Memorial Fund, 1946
Object Number: 46.67.144
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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