chandelier - brass and porcelain or maiolica?
Comes from a home that I about 100 years old - unsure of exact age - 6 arm - pictures available
purchased a heritage home with this chandelier -age of home 100 years - unknown otherwise
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Hi Sara,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
This is probably from the third quarter of the 19th century, so probably 150 years old, give or take. It was probably not new when it was acquired for the house.
It's majolica and in this case appears to be earthenware (majolica refers to the glazing technique and can be applied to porcelain)
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A Continental majolica earthenware and brass six-light chandelier
probably third quarter 19th century (1850-1875)
36 inches tall
$400-600*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
Hi Sara,
The markings aren't makers marks but the slightly larger size does increase the value of this chandelier a bit; I've made the change in the original appraisal, from $300-500 to $400-600.
Thanks for the appraisal. I’ve now taken the chandelier down and have scammed more closely. It’s about 36” tall. There appears to be two markings. I’ve added the pictures. Does this change the value? Thx.