Baroque
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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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Italian 19th Century Silver Gilt Mirror
$2,100.0023.88"H x 19.63"W x 1.50"D
Dimensions: 23 ⅞” H x 19 ⅝” W x 1 ½” D
A lovely and unique Italian giltwood carved mirror made in the 19th Century. This silver gilded rectangular mirror is eye-catching with richly carved scrolls decorating the frame. The surround is beautifully colored by age, showing the remaining silver gilt over wood with the color of terra cotta bole and gesso coming through with spots of red ochre. The surface is attractively distressed but this mirror is structurally stable. The overall shape is rectangular and the old mirror plate is in great condition with just a bit of foxing that adds an alluring air of mystery. This exquisite hand-carved Italian antique mirror made circa 1830 would look lovely in a living room, bedroom or entryway. Be sure to view all the images for a closer look at the details.
