Antique Wall Sconces
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French Vintage Pair of Brass & Glass Sconces
$2,995.0010"H x 15"W x 10"D
Dimensions: 10” H x 15” W x 10” D
A pair of vintage mid-20th century French wall sconces in brass and glass with expressive loops that give them character and flair. Each sconce features a pair of arms with faux candle covers for candelabra-base lightbulbs, rising from clear glass squares sandwiched between the brass tube for the suggestion of a glittering crystal–in a very modern interpretation. The brass arms are mounted to new brass backplates added to securely mount the fixtures to the wall. Cleaned and professionally rewired to US electrical standards using UL-listed parts, ready to install in your interior. Note the cords shown are for display purposes and not intended to be permanent. Please view the detailed images to see more. Sold as a pair.
Backplate: 5” square
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Vintage Set of Four Glass Wall Sconces
$2,400.009"H x 4.75"W x 3.75"D
Dimensions: 9” H x 4 ¾” W x 3 ¾” D
Fabulous set of four wall sconces in the manner of Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg (Germany) circa 1970 or late 1960s. Each fixture uses an amber glass diffuser formed into a brick-shape, obscured by bubbles on the surface that have an abstract scallop shell pattern to give texture to the light. Black metal backplates are fitted with sockets for standard-base light bulbs. Found in France, the fixtures have been professionally cleaned and rewired for US electrical using UL-listed parts. Note a couple glass diffusers are chipped at the corners, please view the detailed images. Sold a set of four.
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French Pair of Period Louis XV Wall Sconces
$2,695.0019.50"H x 10.50"W x 4.50"D
Dimensions: 19 ½” H x 10 ½” W x 4 ½” D
An exceptional pair of Louis XV period wall sconces, made of gilt bronze that has been sculpted into the most elegant acanthus forms. Designed to mirror each other, each light uses two candle arms set at different heights, illuminated by candelabra base bulbs. The unfurling leaves create dynamic, implied movement in their gentle curls (not a right-angle to be found) that come alive by shadow & light. Professionally cleaned and rewired for US electrical using UL-listed parts, ready to be installed. Please view the detailed images to see more. Sold as a pair.
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French Early 20th Century Iron Wall Sconce
$1,200.0024.13"H x 12.88"W x 7"D
Dimensions: 24 ⅛” H x 12 ⅞” W x 7” D
French, early 20th century (circa 1930) black iron wall sconce of foliate theme with scrolling branches like a trained “espalier” tree, blooming small roses or gardenia. This unique fixture contrasts the romantic symbolism of the flora against the sharp, Brutalist aesthetic of the metal to achieve a sculptural work of art that also happens to illuminate a wall using five (new) faux candles for chandelier-base light bulbs. Professionally cleaned and rewired to US electrical standards using UL-listed parts, ready to be installed in your interior or mounted to the wall using the in-line switch to operate. Please view the detailed images to see more.
Backplate: 5 ⅝” H x 5 ⅝” W
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French Pair of Vintage Brass and Crystal Wall Sconces
$2,600.009.38"H x 13"W x 9.75"D
Dimensions: 9 ⅜” H x 13” W x 9 ¾” D
A pair of vintage mid-20th century French “Maria Theresa” style wall sconces in a dazzling array of glass blowing techniques, set off with brass hardware. Each sconce features a pair of arms with faux candle covers for candelabra-base lightbulbs, rising from clear glass bobeche dripping with sharply faceted crystals. The brass arms are enclosed by flat strips of pressed glass pieces that are held in place by tiny rosettes, true to the “Maria Theresa” style. A clear glass dome covers the new brass backplates added to securely mount the fixtures to the wall. Cleaned and professionally rewired to US electrical standards using UL-listed parts, ready to install in your interior. The reflectivity of these striking fixtures will delight in a bathroom or hallway. Please view the detailed images to see more. Sold as a pair.
Backplate: 5 ¼” diameter
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French Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Sconces
$5,200.0017.50"H x 14"W x 6.50"D
Dimensions: 17 ½” H x 14” W x 6 ½” D
A substantial pair of heavy gilt bronze wall sconces, Louis XVI style, hand-crafted in France in the 19th century. Each of these lustrous sconces feature Neoclassical symbols of the French Empire: urns at the top of the columns, fluted and foliate motifs, and festooned elements decorating the entire surface. Both of these heavy fixtures are fitted with two candle arms for medium-base bulbs, they have been professionally rewired for US electrical with UL listed parts and are ready to be installed in your interior. An indecipherable hallmark is visible on the back of one sconce, for the foundry or the designer. Be sure to view all the images to see the incredible details of these impressive sconces. Sold as a pair.
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Italian 20th Century Pair of Glass & Mirror Sconces
$1,100.005.50"H x 9.13"W x 6.50"D
Dimensions: 5 ½” H x 9 ⅛” W x 6 ½” D
A petite pair of Italian wall sconces from circa 1930 in clear glass, mirror glass, and brass. Each sconce features a pair of arms with faux candle covers for candelabra-base lightbulbs, rising from pressed glass bobeche supported by elegantly curled and fluted arms. The backplates are octagonal plates of mirror glass with Venetian-style cuts along the edge and crescent-shaped brass mounts where the arms connect. The reflectivity of these striking fixtures will delight in a bathroom or hallway. Cleaned and professionally rewired to US electrical standards using UL-listed parts, ready to install in your interior. Please view the detailed images. Sold as a pair.
Backplates: 4 ⅞” H x 4 ⅞” W
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French Pair of Art Deco Alabaster Sconces
$3,400.006.75"H x 9.13"W x 13.25"D
Dimensions: 6 ¾” H x 9 ⅛” W x 13 ¼” D
Exceptional pair of French Art Deco wall sconces with carved alabaster bowl diffusers hanging from brass frames. The back plates project from the wall as two scrolls around the square post, implying a lyre design. The Neoclassical influence continues in the fluted brass ring that secures the alabaster hemispheres, crowned at the top with stylized scallop ornaments. Swirls of pink in the stone result in a warm and flattering light put out by candelabra-base bulbs inside the fixture. Professionally cleaned and rewired to US electrical standards using UL-listed parts, ready to install in your interior. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition as there are a number of scratches due to the soft nature of the alabaster. Sold as a pair.
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French Pair of Midcentury Petite Brass Sconces
$1,100.0012.50"H x 4"W x 5.75"D
Dimensions: 12 ½” H x 4” W x 5 ¾” D
This petite pair of midcentury French brass sconces (in the manner of designer Jean Perzel) have a classic torchiere profile that will softly illuminate any space, from powder rooms to hallways. Each fixture mounts to the wall by an elongated diamond backplate, from which the torch extends, swelling at the top as a frosted glass globe. Light from just a single candelabra-base bulb inside casts a warm and inviting glow on the polished brass, radiating to the surrounding wallspace. Professionally cleaned and rewired for US electrical standards with UL-listed parts, ready to install in your interior. Please view the detailed images. Sold as a pair.
Backplate dimensions: 6 ¾” H x 2 ½” W x ½” D
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French Pair of Vintage Brass Wheat Sconces
$1,500.0018.75"H x 16.75"W x 7.25"D
Dimensions: 18 ¾” H x 16 ¾” W x 7 ¼” D
This pair of vintage (circa 1970) French Hollywood Regency style gilt sconces use the symbolism of wheat to glamorize the agrarian, promoting abundance and prosperity in any room they are hung in. The design was likely inspired by a wheat-sheaf side table belonging to the famous Coco Chanel. For the modern interior these sconces delight us with organic references of pastoral naturalism, worked in gilded metal to illuminate the room in a flattering ambience. Each single-arm fixture projects outward from a loose arrangement of elegantly bowed stalks, lit by one candelabra-base bulb in faux candle cover mounted in a floral bobeche. Professionally cleaned and rewired for US electrical using UL-listed parts. Please view the detailed images. Sold as a pair.
Backplate: 5 ¾” diameter
Backplate: 5 ¾” diameter
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Set of Four Vintage French Brass Lyre Sconces
$5,995.0017.75"H x 10"W x 6.75"D
Dimensions: 17 ¾” H x 10” W x 6 ¾” D
This set of four, vintage 20th century French sconces are full of historic details referencing Directoire and Neoclassical themes. Cast in heavy, high-quality brass they are a beautiful scale and material, adding instant panache to any room, or multiple rooms! Each sconce has three arms with faux candle covers (for candelabra-base bulbs) that project from the lyre-shaped backs which lay flat on the wall. Cleaned and wired for US electrical using UL listed parts, these sconces are ready to be installed in your interior. Please view the detailed images. Sold as a set of four.
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Pair of French Vintage Sconces
$1,200.0010.13"H x 5"W x 6.75"D
Dimensions: 10-⅛”H x 5”W x 6-¾”D
Vintage pair of French sconces with transitional appeal. New brushed brass back plates give dimension to the original, clear glass crystals on the sconce arms that are wonderfully textured to catch the light from a chandelier-base bulb. Professionally rewired for the US using UL listed parts and ready to hang in your interior. Please view the detailed images. Sold as a pair.
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Pair of French Mid-Century Sconces & Table Lamp
$6,800.0023"H x 8.50"W x 8.50"D
Dimensions: 23” H x 8 ½” W x 8 ½” D
An impressive ensemble of a pair of sconces with matching table lamp, dating to mid-century France. The bulbous, etched glass globes are blown with faint alternating bands of clear and white that cast an almost tactile glow on the wall or table. Elongated brass backplates mounted to the wall support the ebonized spears from which the globes rise. The fixtures each have a round brass plate at the top of the glass diffuser that is removable for changing a single light bulb. All three pieces have been professionally rewired for the US using UL listed parts. Note that the table lamp has an in-line switch to control the light of an intermediate bulb and each sconce takes a candelabra-base bulb. Sold as a set only. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition of this extraordinary collection of lighting.
Table lamp dimensions: 13 ¾” H x 9” W x 9” D -
Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Single Sconce
$885.0021.50"H x 10.50"W x 4.25"D
Dimensions: 21 ½” H x 10 ½” W x 4 ¼” D
A French Louis XVI style two-bulb single sconce. This Neoclassical-inspired bronze sconce features a dainty ribbon tied in a bow, twisting around two fluted torches ending with an acanthus leaf and artichoke finial. Professionally rewired for the US using UL listed parts and ready to be hung in your interior. Be sure to view the detailed images for the current condition. Note: The original glass diffusers have been replaced to use standard base globe (G) lightbulbs as shown.
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French Pair of Brass & Crystal Sconces
$2,100.0011.50"H x 9.50"W x 7"D
Dimensions: 11 ½” H x 9 ½” W x 7” D
An elegant pair of petite brass and crystal French wall sconces with expressive scrollwork and Neoclassical detail. Each foliate-themed sconce has two brass arms of acanthus decoration with faux candle covers and cut crystal drops as rosettes, pendalogues, and tear drops to scatter the light from candelabra-base bulbs. The pair have been cleaned and wired for US electrical using UL certified parts. Be sure to look at the detailed images to see the current condition of this pair of sconces. The new backplate is 5” diameter.
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Pair of French Silver Gilt Wall Sconces
$2,500.0017.75"H x 15.63"W x 8.88"D
Dimensions: 17 ¾” H x 15 ⅝” W x 8 ⅞” D
An elegant pair of silver gilt wall sconces hand-crafted in France in the 20th century. Each of these lustrous sconces features beautiful hand-carved shell motifs at the pediment, scrolling motifs, acanthus leaves embellishment, and bellflowers festooned on wonderful center heart shaped shields. Both fixtures have two shaped arms with large and small egg and dart pattern carved bobeches. These Baroque style wall sconces are in excellent condition and display a rich patinated silver gilt finish. Perfect for a bedroom or entryway. Recently rewired by a professional for the US with UL listed parts. Be sure to view all the images to see the incredible details of these stylish sconces. Sold as a set only.
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French 19th Century Brass Empire Sconce
$625.0010.88"H x 2.75"W x 5.50"D
Dimensions: 10-⅞”H x 2-¾”W x 5-½”D
A single petite Empire sconce of classic French design. Perfect for that small space that needs a little extra light. Cleaned and US wired using UL listed parts.
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French 19th Century Double Arm Empire Brass Sconce
$895.0010.50"H x 8.50"W x 4.75"D
Dimensions: 10-½”H x 8-½”W x 4-¾”D
A single petite Empire sconce of classic French design. Perfect for that small space that needs a little extra light. Cleaned and US wired using UL listed parts.
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French Pair of 19th Century Altar Torches
$2,995.0079.75"H x 8.75"W x 6.13"D
Dimensions: 79-¾”H x 8-¾”W x 6-⅛”D
This towering pair of French 19th century altar torches are made from carved wood and metal. Raised gilt brass ornamentation of cherubs and the initials IHS, a Christogram to symbolize the name of Jesus, grace the top of the polished brass diffusers. At one time these would have been lit by fire, now they have been cleaned and rewired to US electrical standards with UL listed parts to function as wall sconces. The torches are essentially two distinct halves: reeded brass columns of the upper body attach to the wooden post of the lower half just above a metal bracket fixing the torches to a wall for stability. The wooden post has a mahogany tone that complements the metal beautifully. Make sure to view the detailed images for a closer look. Each light uses one standard-base bulb.
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French 20th Century Candle Sconce
$2,200.0027.13"H x 41.5"W x 6.25"D
Dimensions: 27-⅛”H x 41-½”W x 6-¼”D
This beautiful French 20th Century sconce features a brass scroll design with crystal accents. The sconce has floral and foliate details with each leaf and flower having crystal embellishments. There are seven candle holders. Reproduction.
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Reproduction Articulating Brass Wall Light with Linen Shade
$730.0022.5"H x 5.5"W x 5.5"D
Dimensions: 22 1/2″ H x 5 1/2″ W x 5 1/2 – 30 1/2″ D
This fashionable brass wall fixture is a new product that we currently have in stock. The design makes it adjustable in multiple places, so you are able to position the light right where it is needed. The brass used to make the lamp has a hand-rubbed finish that gives the metal less of a metallic shine, and a warmer, more patinated appearance. A turned mahogany handle assists in adjusting the tilt of the lamp. A brass tube conceals the insulated cord. ONE IN STOCK. Currently available for reorder, please inquire for pricing and lead times.
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Pair of French 19th Century Iron and Crystal Fruitage Sconces
$7,995.0027.25"H x 21"W x 11.75"D
Dimensions: 27 1/4″ H x 21″ W x 11 3/4″ D
This whimsical pair of newly-electrified iron and crystal candle sconces were made in France, late 19th century. The large, multi-tiered fixtures have five lights each using chandelier-base bulbs in ivory colored candle covers, extending from bronze bobeches festooned with cut crystal drops. Apples, grapes, pears and lemons-most with leaves-are intermixed in colors of amber, emerald and amethyst, making these sconces a cornucopia of beautifully-colored fruit and dazzling crystals. Originally made to burn candles, we have had the pair inspected, cleaned and wired for electricity in accordance with US electrical standards using UL-listed components. Whether you are a connoisseur of fine foods or a lover of finery in general, these fun and eccentric fixtures are sure to please! View the detailed images to see more.
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Double Swing-Arm Brass Sconce
$530.0020.25"H x 5"W x 18"D
Dimensions: 20-1/4″H x 5″W x 18″D
A stylish double swing-arm sconce in soft brass, with cylindrical cream linen shade. Cord cover included, 24-1/2″L. Only 1 sconce available. Not available for re-order.
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Reproduction Louis XVI-Style Giltwood Two-Arm Sconce
$1,495.0036"H x 13"W x 10.5"D
Dimensions: 36″H x 13″W x 10-1/2″D
This lovely reproduction sconce will add just the right amount of light and French elegance to any room. Illuminated by two candelabra-base bulbs the fixture is topped with a Louis XVI-style ribbon bow, and a triumphant eagle clutching arrows (perhaps more in the Empire taste). The two, upturned rope-twist arms of carved giltwood are each accented with scrolled metal vines ending in a rosette. The elongated mount ends in carved tassels. Professionally rewired for the US. Please view the detailed images.
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Pair of Early 19th Century Dutch Brass Wall Sconces
$3,795.0017.25"H x 29"W x 105"D
Dimensions: 17-1/4″H x 29″W x 10-1/2″D
A stunning pair of large, brass candle sconces from the earliest part of the 19th century, made in the Netherlands. These immense Dutch fixtures have extraordinary scroll form arms that have been adorned with hammered brass acanthus leaves that grow like vines on the burly brass scrolls. The sconces allow for large candles, which will look breathtaking once they have melted down, with dripping wax collected in brass bobeches. One bobeche has been slightly damaged. The brass has an aged patina that is has acquired in its 200+ year lifetime. c.1800.
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Antique wall sconces lend a unique spark to any room. They are perfect for providing lighting in areas with limited floor or table space, but they are even better known for the flair they add.
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