c. 1840 · England
8-Arm Early-Victorian Crystal Chandelier, CA 1840
An early-Victorian tent-and-tier chandelier of English manufacture, with eight metal arms carrying cut-glass nozzles and pans. The tent section is dressed with…
Antique Lighting Specialists Since 1954
Cleaning, restoration and electrification of antique chandeliers and period lighting alongside a carefully selected range of chandeliers, wall lights, lanterns and candelabra for sale.
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With over 70 years of experience, we specialise in the careful cleaning, restoration,
and electrification of antique chandeliers and period lighting.
Chandelier Cleaning
Using established cleaning techniques, we will restore clarity and brilliance while protecting original materials and finishes.
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Repair & Restoration
We can repair and restore almost any chandelier with care and diligence, paying special attention to maintaining its original properties.
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Electrification
We electrify antique chandeliers, candelabra, lanterns, wall lights and lamps, adapting historic items for safe modern use while preserving their appearance.
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A carefully selected range of antique chandeliers and period lighting available for sale, including both current stock and representative items. Enquiries are always welcome.
Antique Chandeliers For Sale
A carefully selected range of antique chandeliers, from early eighteenth-century examples to later classical and Maria Theresa styles.
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Antique Wall Lights For Sale
A selection of antique wall lights, including examples in gilt brass, bronze, ormolu and ceramic, spanning a variety of periods and styles.
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Antique Lanterns For Sale
A considered selection of antique lanterns, from early functional designs to more decorative examples, suitable for both interior and exterior settings.
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Antique Candelabra & Lamps for Sale
A carefully chosen range of antique candelabra, candlesticks, table lamps and floor lamps, reflecting a variety of periods, materials and traditional forms.
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A selection of antique chandeliers and period lighting recently acquired, restored and made available for sale.
c. 1930 · Continental
Pair of Empire-Style Chandeliers, c. 1930
A modest pair of chandeliers in the Empire manner, each with three internal lamp holders set within a central ivory-coloured bowl. Three rigid brass chains susp…
c. 1860 · France
12-Arm French Cage Chandelier, c. 1860
A large French cage chandelier of the mid-19th century, dressed in the typical French manner with plaque drops, half-moon drops, coloured bubbles and fruit drop…
c. 1820 · Continental
12-Arm Rule Drop Chandelier, c. 1820
A glass rule drop chandelier of the early 19th century. From the canopy descend three cascading rule drop tiers to the circular frame. Below, four concentric ci…
c. 1830 · Continental
8-Arm Rule Drop Chandelier, c. 1830
An early 19th-century rule drop chandelier. From the canopy hang two rule drop circles, the smaller set inside the larger. Rule drop drapes descend along the st…
c. 1820 · England
8-Arm English Regency Chandelier, c. 1820
An original Regency tent and waterfall chandelier of the early 19th century, of English manufacture. Eight arms with cut-glass nozzles and pans; the tent sectio…
Recent Work
A selection of recent cleaning, restoration and electrification projects, illustrating our approach to the care of antique chandeliers and period lighting.
What Clients Say
Restoration of a Large Georgian English brass chandelier
"On behalf of St Mary's Church Wollaston in Northamptonshire, may I say how delighted we are with the service offered by G & P Cohn who have refurbished our Georgian chandelier and electrified it for us as a part of our Nave reordering project."
Jean Rose
Parochial Church Council Secretary — Northamptonshire
Cleaning — Large Tent and Tier Victorian Chandelier
"I can't recommend this company enough. Charming, utterly trustworthy people with a deep knowledge of and affection for their subject. I've dealt with other Chandelier companies before and I can only say I wish I had found Peter and Ben first."
Louise Keane
Chiswick, London
Repair & Restoration
"I took it back in pieces, the chandelier also in pieces, and both of us received first-class trauma therapy from Ben Higgins at G&P Cohn's chandelier hospital. A magic wand was waved, and within very few days the chandelier was looking back to its pre-smash condition."
Charles Allen
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Restoration of a Large Georgian English brass chandelier
"On behalf of St Mary's Church Wollaston in Northamptonshire, may I say how delighted we are with the service offered by G & P Cohn who have refurbished our Georgian chandelier and electrified it for us as a part of our Nave reordering project."
Jean Rose
Parochial Church Council Secretary — Northamptonshire
Cleaning — Large Tent and Tier Victorian Chandelier
"I can't recommend this company enough. Charming, utterly trustworthy people with a deep knowledge of and affection for their subject. I've dealt with other Chandelier companies before and I can only say I wish I had found Peter and Ben first."
Louise Keane
Chiswick, London
Repair & Restoration
"I took it back in pieces, the chandelier also in pieces, and both of us received first-class trauma therapy from Ben Higgins at G&P Cohn's chandelier hospital. A magic wand was waved, and within very few days the chandelier was looking back to its pre-smash condition."
Charles Allen
Google Review
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Whether you require specialist chandelier cleaning, restoration or electrification, or are looking to acquire a piece of antique lighting, we would be pleased to discuss your requirements.
Established in 1954, G & P Cohn provides specialist services to private clients, historic houses and institutions throughout the UK.