Wall lamp (2) - Pyramidal - Gilt brass

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Two Art Deco pyramidal brass wall sconces from France, in good condition with minor signs of wear, in working order, with a golden-bronze patina and dimensions of 14 cm depth, 16 cm width, and 54 cm height.

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These two Art Deco-style wall sconces, with their pyramidal silhouette and sturdy presence, naturally fit into that glamorous imagination we associate with Hollywood’s Golden Age: geometric lines, warm gleams, and an elegance that doesn’t need to be exaggerated to command attention. The body of each sconce, crafted in metal with a golden-bronze patina that has aged with dignity, combines faceted planes with softer volumes, creating a play of light and shadow highly characteristic of mid-20th-century design.

The circular, ribbed, and solid base acts as a visual anchor that balances the verticality of the pyramidal form. The lower finial, with its rounded volume and the small decorative ring, introduces an almost jewel-like detail, an ornamental wink that softens the dominant geometry. At the top, the socket and the pull add that functional touch that doesn’t break the aesthetics, but completes it naturally.

They are pieces that convey character and sophistication, capable of transforming a wall into a small illuminated stage. Their Art Deco style, reinterpreted from mid-century sensibilities, makes them perfect sconces for interiors seeking a cinematic, elegant, and timeless air, with that discreet shine that evokes red carpets, film studios, andDrawing rooms where light always flatters.

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These two Art Deco-style wall sconces, with their pyramidal silhouette and sturdy presence, naturally fit into that glamorous imagination we associate with Hollywood’s Golden Age: geometric lines, warm gleams, and an elegance that doesn’t need to be exaggerated to command attention. The body of each sconce, crafted in metal with a golden-bronze patina that has aged with dignity, combines faceted planes with softer volumes, creating a play of light and shadow highly characteristic of mid-20th-century design.

The circular, ribbed, and solid base acts as a visual anchor that balances the verticality of the pyramidal form. The lower finial, with its rounded volume and the small decorative ring, introduces an almost jewel-like detail, an ornamental wink that softens the dominant geometry. At the top, the socket and the pull add that functional touch that doesn’t break the aesthetics, but completes it naturally.

They are pieces that convey character and sophistication, capable of transforming a wall into a small illuminated stage. Their Art Deco style, reinterpreted from mid-century sensibilities, makes them perfect sconces for interiors seeking a cinematic, elegant, and timeless air, with that discreet shine that evokes red carpets, film studios, andDrawing rooms where light always flatters.

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Details

Era
1900-2000
Brass type
Gilt brass
Number of objects
2
Material
Brass
Model
Pyramidal
Country of origin
France
Style
Art Deco
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
54 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
14 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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Objects sold
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