It is rare to find a pair of unwired (never wired) mirrored back Victorian single candle sconces. The measure 11 1/2" in diameter, and the candle arm extends 7 1/2" from the frame. The detailed brass frame and arm are typical of the 1870's era of wall lighting in finer homes, when mirrors were used to best advantage to reflect and magnify the effect of candles. Superb condition. I have them hanging from a wire, but actually they are designed to hang from a fixed hook on a wall whic ...click for details
Each in a mahogany, gilt-edged frame measuring 6 1/4" x 6 1/4", are two carefully carved, tiny (approx. 2") ivory carvings beautifully mounted on black (felt, I think). The first is a hunter stalking his prey, while the second is a man on a burro, reminiscent of Sancho Panza. Each frame is backed with red paper and a hook for hanging. Likely English, c. 1900. Excellent condition all around.
