Lustreweibshen

Object: Chandelier
Country of Origin: Germany 

Description: A Hanging Chandelier in the form of a painted wooden female torso, fitted with antlers on which are fastened six metal holders. An armorial shield is located below. Possibly a figurehead for a ship and of sixteenth century origin. 

Acc. No: 55
Item No: 281
Subject Type: Chandelier
Object Type: Furniture
Location: Main Guard
Nationality: German
Mediums / Material: Wood./Oak
Measurements Metric: 77cm H x 90cm L
Measurements Imperial: 30" H x 36" L