Vintage Black Wrought-Iron Floral Chandelier

This is a vintage multi-light chandelier crafted from heavy black-painted iron, likely wrought or cast, featuring a prominent Gothic or Art Nouveau-inspired floral motif. The fixture is constructed around a sturdy circular metal hoop supported by three heavy-gauge link chains that meet at a central apical loop. The decorative highlight of the piece is the intricate metalwork depicting open-bloom roses and tapering leaves that are mounted along the circumference of the ring. It features three upward-facing candle-style light sockets with beige-toned candle covers (sleeves) and a central downward-facing socket housing a modern filament-style Edison bulb. The metal surface exhibits a matte black finish with minor signs of age-appropriate patina and slight surface oxidation, particularly visible on the leaf edges and chain links. The construction suggests late 19th-century to mid-20th-century craftsmanship. The quality is indicated by the three-dimensional depth of the metal petals and the substantial weight implied by the chain gauge. While no maker's mark is visible in the image, the style and manual assembly of the floral elements suggest a custom or light-industrial artisanal production. The electrical wiring is visible along one of the chains, suggesting it may have been re-wired or updated for modern use.