Recessed wall light - Gold plated - hand-forged unique





Add to your favourites to get an alert when the auction starts.

Holds bachelor's degrees in Law and Art History with an Ecole du Louvre auctioneer diploma.
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 125857 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Description from the seller
Vintage wall sconce, Mid Century wall lamp, Hollywood Regency lighting, wheat wall light, sheaf of wheat lamp, gilded metal wall light, vintage brass wall sconce, decorative wall lamp, collectible lighting, rare vintage lamp, 1950s wall light, 1960s wall sconce, classic wall lighting, European vintage lighting
Rare vintage wall lamp in an ear of wheat motif – gilded in gold leaf – Mid-Century / Hollywood Regency – circa 1950–1970
This exceptional wall lamp captivates with its artful ears-of-wheat motif, a symbol of abundance, light, and elegance. The design is typical of high-quality Mid-Century to Hollywood Regency styles and evokes decorative fixtures from the mid-20th century, as commonly found in upscale European interiors.
The fixture is made of formed metal, fully gold-patinated. Several three-dimensionally worked ears of grain rise upward in a fan-like arrangement, complemented by curved leaf elements that give the object depth and movement. The craftsmanship shows fine details and a harmonious balance between decorative opulence and classical elegance.
In the center is a candle-shaped fixture with a decorative teardrop bulb that perfectly emphasizes the historic appearance. The small drip plate and the imitation wax candle reinforce the authentic vintage character.
This exceptionally rare vintage wall light is a high-quality decorative lighting piece from the mid-20th century and impresses with its iconic sheaf of wheat motif, which traditionally stands for prosperity, abundance, and elegance. Lamps in this design were usually produced in small quantities and were originally intended for representative living rooms, salons, or upscale interiors.
The object is entirely made of solid metal and finished with gold-tone gilding/patina, giving the piece a warm, luxurious appearance. The three-dimensionally shaped ears rise in a fan shape and are artfully combined with curved foliate elements. This three-dimensional design is a clear mark of quality and clearly sets the lamp apart from later, industrially produced reproductions. In the center there is a candle-shaped socket with a decorative teardrop lamp, complemented by an authentic wax candle look and a finely crafted drip plate. This detail underscores the high-quality classical character and makes the lamp especially attractive to collectors of original Mid-Century and Hollywood Regency lighting."}
Rarity & Collector's Value
Wall sconces with this elaborate sheaf-of-wheat design are nowadays rarely found on the market. Similar pieces were often sold in pairs, but over the decades they have frequently been separated or damaged. Individual pieces in this superbly preserved condition fetch stable to rising prices on the international collector market, especially at auctions with a curated buyer base such as Catawiki.
Material: metal, gold-colored, gilded and patinated
electric candle holder
Style & Era: Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Classical / Neoclassical
Excellent authentic vintage condition. Patina that enhances the character and originality of the object.
Application & Effectiveness
This wall lamp is ideally suited as:
an elegant focal point in living or dining areas
Accent lighting in hallways or stairwells
A rare, decorative original with a strong aesthetic impact and sustainable collector potential.
Accent lighting in the living room or hallway
decorative highlight in classical or eclectic interiors.
exclusive collector's item for lovers of vintage lighting
Stylish piece for boutique hotels, galleries, or upscale business spaces.
A timeless, decorative design object that radiates warmth, history, and elegance.
Vintage wall sconce, Mid Century wall lamp, Hollywood Regency lighting, wheat wall light, sheaf of wheat lamp, gilded metal wall light, vintage brass wall sconce, decorative wall lamp, collectible lighting, rare vintage lamp, 1950s wall light, 1960s wall sconce, classic wall lighting, European vintage lighting
Rare vintage wall lamp in an ear of wheat motif – gilded in gold leaf – Mid-Century / Hollywood Regency – circa 1950–1970
This exceptional wall lamp captivates with its artful ears-of-wheat motif, a symbol of abundance, light, and elegance. The design is typical of high-quality Mid-Century to Hollywood Regency styles and evokes decorative fixtures from the mid-20th century, as commonly found in upscale European interiors.
The fixture is made of formed metal, fully gold-patinated. Several three-dimensionally worked ears of grain rise upward in a fan-like arrangement, complemented by curved leaf elements that give the object depth and movement. The craftsmanship shows fine details and a harmonious balance between decorative opulence and classical elegance.
In the center is a candle-shaped fixture with a decorative teardrop bulb that perfectly emphasizes the historic appearance. The small drip plate and the imitation wax candle reinforce the authentic vintage character.
This exceptionally rare vintage wall light is a high-quality decorative lighting piece from the mid-20th century and impresses with its iconic sheaf of wheat motif, which traditionally stands for prosperity, abundance, and elegance. Lamps in this design were usually produced in small quantities and were originally intended for representative living rooms, salons, or upscale interiors.
The object is entirely made of solid metal and finished with gold-tone gilding/patina, giving the piece a warm, luxurious appearance. The three-dimensionally shaped ears rise in a fan shape and are artfully combined with curved foliate elements. This three-dimensional design is a clear mark of quality and clearly sets the lamp apart from later, industrially produced reproductions. In the center there is a candle-shaped socket with a decorative teardrop lamp, complemented by an authentic wax candle look and a finely crafted drip plate. This detail underscores the high-quality classical character and makes the lamp especially attractive to collectors of original Mid-Century and Hollywood Regency lighting."}
Rarity & Collector's Value
Wall sconces with this elaborate sheaf-of-wheat design are nowadays rarely found on the market. Similar pieces were often sold in pairs, but over the decades they have frequently been separated or damaged. Individual pieces in this superbly preserved condition fetch stable to rising prices on the international collector market, especially at auctions with a curated buyer base such as Catawiki.
Material: metal, gold-colored, gilded and patinated
electric candle holder
Style & Era: Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Classical / Neoclassical
Excellent authentic vintage condition. Patina that enhances the character and originality of the object.
Application & Effectiveness
This wall lamp is ideally suited as:
an elegant focal point in living or dining areas
Accent lighting in hallways or stairwells
A rare, decorative original with a strong aesthetic impact and sustainable collector potential.
Accent lighting in the living room or hallway
decorative highlight in classical or eclectic interiors.
exclusive collector's item for lovers of vintage lighting
Stylish piece for boutique hotels, galleries, or upscale business spaces.
A timeless, decorative design object that radiates warmth, history, and elegance.
