{"product_id":"exceptional-f-c-osler-satin-cut-crystal-plafonnier-with-faraday-son-reeded-brass-gallery","title":"Exceptional F. \u0026 C. Osler Satin Cut Crystal Plafonnier with Faraday \u0026 Son Reeded Brass Gallery","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.375rem] font-bold\"\u003eExceptional F. \u0026amp; C. Osler Satin Cut Crystal Plafonnier with Faraday \u0026amp; Son Reeded Brass Gallery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIG221816\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eA rare and beautifully composed plafonnier by \u003cstrong\u003eFaraday \u0026amp; Osler\u003c\/strong\u003e — the merged entity formed when Faraday \u0026amp; Son and F. \u0026amp; C. Osler combined their considerable manufacturing expertise in the early twentieth century. The fitting exemplifies precisely what that merger produced at its best: a \u003cstrong\u003edeeply cut fully satin crystal bowl\u003c\/strong\u003e of Osler quality set within a \u003cstrong\u003ereeded cast brass gallery\u003c\/strong\u003e of distinctly Faraday character. A fitting of genuine rarity and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eThe Glass\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe bowl is executed in thick hand-cut crystal with a \u003cstrong\u003efully satin finish to both interior and exterior surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e — an unusual treatment that sets this piece apart from the more typical gloss exterior \/ satin interior combination seen in earlier Osler production. The exterior is worked with a bold \u003cstrong\u003eoverlapping petal relief\u003c\/strong\u003e, each lobe generously scaled with a heart-form profile, deeply defined and cleanly resolved — a design of greater sculptural softness than the fan-cut and scallop patterns seen in earlier Osler output. The fully satin surface diffuses light with exceptional evenness from every angle, the relief reading in soft shadow relief across the bowl face when illuminated. When lit, the petal forms glow individually at their centres, the warm light pushing through the satin glass with a quality that is immediately distinguishable from pressed or moulded production. This is hand-cut crystal to a standard that no longer exists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eThe Frame\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe gallery is unmistakably \u003cstrong\u003eFaraday \u0026amp; Son metalwork\u003c\/strong\u003e — the construction and decorative vocabulary a direct match for the metalwork produced by Faraday in the Edwardian period and into the merger era. The ring is built from \u003cstrong\u003ereeded flat brass bar\u003c\/strong\u003e — multiple parallel reeded sections running horizontally around the ring — joined at intervals by \u003cstrong\u003eX-crossing bar details\u003c\/strong\u003e where the suspension arms meet the ring face. At the four suspension points sit \u003cstrong\u003epilaster-form column mounts\u003c\/strong\u003e, each with a stepped capital and base, providing the structural bracket through which the suspension chains attach. At the midpoints between the pilasters, \u003cstrong\u003ecast floral rosette medallions\u003c\/strong\u003e are applied to the ring face. The suspension chains are \u003cstrong\u003eflat link with ball connector details\u003c\/strong\u003e at intervals, rising to a \u003cstrong\u003edomed brass ceiling plate\u003c\/strong\u003e with a reeded outer band, the whole terminating in a cast brass suspension ring. The brasswork carries a deep naturally aged patina throughout — dark and warm with areas of colour typical of long-aged brass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe combination of F. \u0026amp; C. Osler satin cut crystal with Faraday metalwork is characteristic of production from the \u003cstrong\u003eFaraday \u0026amp; Osler merged entity\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the glass expertise of Osler's Birmingham operation was combined with Faraday's established metalwork and electrical fitting manufacture. Fittings of this type — with identifiable Osler glass in Faraday frames — represent some of the most refined output of the merger period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePrincipal reception rooms and drawing rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eEntrance halls and stairwells in period properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCountry house and significant townhouse interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBoutique hotels and heritage hospitality venues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLuxury residential projects requiring a fitting of genuine provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eTechnical Specification\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFaraday \u0026amp; Osler — Faraday \u0026amp; Son frame with F. \u0026amp; C. Osler satin cut crystal bowl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEngland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEdwardian \/ early merger period, circa 1910–1920\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock No.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo be confirmed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlass Bowl Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e406mm (16.0\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e457mm (18.0\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Drop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e800mm (31.5\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 6kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulb Holder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSingle E27 Edison screw (LED compatible)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFully satin hand-cut crystal bowl · Reeded cast brass ring gallery · Pilaster column mounts with cast floral rosettes · Flat link suspension chains with ball connectors · Domed brass ceiling plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNaturally aged brass with deep warm patina · Fully satin crystal bowl in excellent order\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery good antique condition. Bowl free from chips or cracks. Gallery, suspension hardware and ceiling plate all original and intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWiring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eProfessionally rewired and ready for installation. We supply worldwide and wire to local standards on request:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK\u003c\/strong\u003e — B22 or E27, wired to BS 7671\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEurope\u003c\/strong\u003e — E27 configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSA \u0026amp; Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e — E26 using UL-listed components where applicable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralia \u0026amp; New Zealand\u003c\/strong\u003e — local standard configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003ePlease advise destination country at point of order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eFree UK mainland shipping. Worldwide shipping available — please enquire for a quote. All items are professionally packed and dispatched via DHL or specialist courier. All shipments are fully insured through \u003cstrong\u003eSecursus\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Faraday \u0026 Son","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56315939619195,"sku":"IG221816","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/5161\/4544\/files\/UR05062026-3.jpg?v=1782685631","url":"https:\/\/industrialglow.co.uk\/products\/exceptional-f-c-osler-satin-cut-crystal-plafonnier-with-faraday-son-reeded-brass-gallery","provider":"Industrial Glow Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}