Lamp - Gilt brass
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A monumental two-light wall lamp in solid brass, made in Italy and dating to the late 19th century (circa 1875–1895).
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Monumental wall light in solid brass – Italy, late 19th century
Refined two-light wall sconce in solid brass (cast brass), of Italian manufacture, dating from the late 19th century (circa 1875–1895).
The element presents an elegant neo-Baroque composition in Italian taste, characterized by curved arms with volutes, richly molded, that emanate from a central vertical body with baluster profiles and a decorative finial. The design reveals a clear inspiration from the late-Baroque ornamental tradition, reinterpreted according to the 19th-century decorative language.
The structure, entirely cast in solid brass, is the result of traditional casting, with notable material thickness and a sharp definition of the decorative apparatus, indicating high-quality production intended for representative interiors. The generous proportions and the considerable depth of the arms suggest an origin as a gas lamp, subsequently electrified in the early decades of the 20th century, as was often the case in European historic interiors.
Two flower-shaped diffusers in molded glass (tulips) complete the wall sconce, matching in type and size with the period electrical conversions, which further enhance the overall ensemble.
The surface preserves an authentic antique patina, with oxidation and natural color variations caused by time, particularly appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts of historic lighting. Because it is solid brass, the object can potentially be polished, if desired, without any loss of material.
Conditions
Excellent overall condition for age.
Structurally sound, complete, free of cracks or invasive restorations.
Operational electrical system. Normal signs of wear and use consistent with a late-19th-century artifact.
Measures
Total height: 52 cm.
• Maximum width (glass-to-glass): 56 cm
• Depth from the wall: 23 cm
• Arm length (from the body to the edge of the glass): 27 cm
• Glass height: 13 cm
• Glass opening diameter: 10 cm
• Maximum glass diameter: approx. 14 cm
• Total weight (with glass): 4 kg
Period: Late 19th century (circa 1875–1895)
Origin: Italy
Shipping
The item will be packed with the utmost care and shipped via a tracked and insured courier.
Home delivery or pickup is available, depending on which option is fastest and most convenient.
Monumental wall light in solid brass – Italy, late 19th century
Refined two-light wall sconce in solid brass (cast brass), of Italian manufacture, dating from the late 19th century (circa 1875–1895).
The element presents an elegant neo-Baroque composition in Italian taste, characterized by curved arms with volutes, richly molded, that emanate from a central vertical body with baluster profiles and a decorative finial. The design reveals a clear inspiration from the late-Baroque ornamental tradition, reinterpreted according to the 19th-century decorative language.
The structure, entirely cast in solid brass, is the result of traditional casting, with notable material thickness and a sharp definition of the decorative apparatus, indicating high-quality production intended for representative interiors. The generous proportions and the considerable depth of the arms suggest an origin as a gas lamp, subsequently electrified in the early decades of the 20th century, as was often the case in European historic interiors.
Two flower-shaped diffusers in molded glass (tulips) complete the wall sconce, matching in type and size with the period electrical conversions, which further enhance the overall ensemble.
The surface preserves an authentic antique patina, with oxidation and natural color variations caused by time, particularly appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts of historic lighting. Because it is solid brass, the object can potentially be polished, if desired, without any loss of material.
Conditions
Excellent overall condition for age.
Structurally sound, complete, free of cracks or invasive restorations.
Operational electrical system. Normal signs of wear and use consistent with a late-19th-century artifact.
Measures
Total height: 52 cm.
• Maximum width (glass-to-glass): 56 cm
• Depth from the wall: 23 cm
• Arm length (from the body to the edge of the glass): 27 cm
• Glass height: 13 cm
• Glass opening diameter: 10 cm
• Maximum glass diameter: approx. 14 cm
• Total weight (with glass): 4 kg
Period: Late 19th century (circa 1875–1895)
Origin: Italy
Shipping
The item will be packed with the utmost care and shipped via a tracked and insured courier.
Home delivery or pickup is available, depending on which option is fastest and most convenient.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Baroque style
Brass type
Gilt brass
No. of items
1
Material
Brass
Country of Origin
Italy
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In Working Order
Yes
Height
52 cm
Width
56 cm
Depth
23 cm
Weight
4 kg
Estimated period
1850-1900
