Circa 1800 American Federal Sconces

Archives: Furnishings: Lighting: Sconces Pre 1837 VR: item #610399
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Offered here is a stunning pair of early sconces, that have been wired for electricity, however the previous owner used them with candles. They are somewhat delicate, but should last hanging on the wall another hundred years or so. The gilding has been over painted, and the eagles may have been gilt wood and over painted in black. They measure 24" in height and are 12" across. The previous owner was a friend of the legendary designer, Sister Parish, and purchased the sconces from her, but th... Click for details

Antique Venetian Art Glass Wall Sconce Crystal & Gold

Archives: Furnishings: Lighting: Sconces Pre 1920: item #385575
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Early 20th Century Venetian Art Glass Wall Sconce, attributed to Barovier. Temporarily wired with display electrical cord which will be removed before installation. Light is crystal clear art glass with much included gold leaf through all pieces. Two quilted, round bowls with diamond-pointed, tool-worked edges hold the lights, and are attached to hollow, twisted serpentine crystal, gold-included rods which attach to the wood form; gold-painted wood form is completely covered with form-fitting ... Click for details

French Directoire Bronze & Ormolu Three Light Sconce

Archives: Furnishings: Lighting: Sconces Pre 1800: item #331282
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Fine French Directoire single ormolu or gilt bronze and patinated bronze Three light wall sconce. Although very Empire and Neoclassical this item is from the Directiore period from the 18th century the period just before the First French Empire period began. French Circa: 1795-1800. Measuring: 11" wide by 8.25" high. Weight: 8-10 pounds.

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Pair of Crystal Wall Sconces Five Light

Archives: Furnishings: Lighting: Sconces Pre 1920: item #289751

French Charles X Bronze & Ormolu Three Light Sconces

Archives: Furnishings: Lighting: Sconces Pre 1837 VR: item #270574
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A Fine and Exceptional Pair of Charles the X ormolu or gilt bronze and patinated bronze three light wall sconces. This pair although very Empire and Neoclassical fall under the reign of the Charles the X period which followed directly after the Empire period. French, circa: 1815-1825. 9.5" wide by 6" high.

An exceptional pair of Neoclas... Click for details

French Louis XVI Bronze Ormolu Cherub Sconces

Archives: Furnishings: Lighting: Sconces Pre 1900: item #270312
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Wall sconce two light

Archives: Furnishings: Lighting: Sconces Pre 1920: item #269515

This a beautiful wall fixture that has been complete re-wire. With real wax covers and red beaded shades. This fixture circa 1930's metal. With brass and red accents. Email us for more info.

French Empire Ormolu & Bronze Cupid Candlesticks

Archives: Furnishings: Lighting: Sconces Pre 1837 VR: item #258770
T0347

A Fine and Exceptional Pair of Empire gilt bronze or ormolu and patinated figural candlesticks. French, circa: 1810. Measuring: 12" high.

A scarce pair of candlesticks exhibiting the figure cupid or cherubs. Each figure is cast separately and is the mirror image of the other. Each stands upon one foot resting on a sphere with one... Click for details

Large French Empire Bronze Ormolu Flame Sconces

Archives: Furnishings: Lighting: Sconces Pre 1900: item #258764
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A Fine and large pair of 2nd Empire ormolu or gilt bronze three light wall sconces. French, Napoleon III, circa: 1850-1860. Measuring: 18" high by 11" wide.

An exceptional pair of Neoclassical sconces or Wall-Lights after a design by Jean-Louis Prieur, each backplate in the form of a fluted flaming torch supporting three scroll branches... Click for details

Pair of French Dore Sconces

Archives: Furnishings: Lighting: Sconces Pre 1930: item #181326
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These are lovely French sconces that have been converted to accommodate American wiring. Approximately 14" long, single light. Excellent condition.