Wall sconce (2) - Metal, Brass, Aluminium

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Rare pair of circa 1950 brass and perforated metal wall sconces from France, designed by Mathieu Matgot, with a slender brass body, rhodiumed black perforated metal shades, circular brass backplates, one fitting, and not in working order requiring rewiring.

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1950 Rare pair of wall lights in brass and black-and-white perforated metal. Composed of a slim body in gilded brass enriched with a pointed conical finial, they are dressed with rhodium-plated black perforated metal lampshades held by two small balls in gilded brass at the bottom of the shade.
The supports consist of a circular backplate also in polished brass.
These wall lights were made in France, around 1950, by the famous designer Mathieu Matgot.
They integrate perfectly into all interior styles, whether classical, mid-century, or contemporary.
to be rewired (original cable is worn)

1950 Rare pair of wall lights in brass and black-and-white perforated metal. Composed of a slim body in gilded brass enriched with a pointed conical finial, they are dressed with rhodium-plated black perforated metal lampshades held by two small balls in gilded brass at the bottom of the shade.
The supports consist of a circular backplate also in polished brass.
These wall lights were made in France, around 1950, by the famous designer Mathieu Matgot.
They integrate perfectly into all interior styles, whether classical, mid-century, or contemporary.
to be rewired (original cable is worn)

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
2
Material
Aluminium, Brass, Metal
Country of origin
France
Style
Mid-century modern
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
In working order
No
Height
37 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
14 cm
Weight
1800 g
Colour
Gold
Number Of Fittings
1
Estimated period
1950-1960
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