Wall lamp - Modernists - Iron - Forgings

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He accumulated 18 years' experience, worked as junior specialist at Sotheby’s and managed Kunsthandel Jacques Fijnaut.

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This pair of French Art Nouveau wall sconces is made of wrought iron and dates from the first half of the 20th century.

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Pair of wall-mounted sconces in a modernist style, crafted in wrought iron during the first half of the twentieth century, pieces of marked artisanal personality that evoke the organic and decorative aesthetics characteristic of the Modernist movement. Their design combines architectural lines inspired by Gothic with delicate curved details, yielding a balanced composition between structural solidity and ornamental lightness.

Each sconce features a cut-profile backing crowned by a succession of lobed shapes that provide visual rhythm and an elegant verticality. The central portion adopts a configuration similar to a small stylized ogival window, while the lower arms extend through hand-forged scrolls that reveal the Modernist taste for sinuous lines inspired by nature and the artisanal tradition of wrought iron.

Originally conceived to hold candles, these sconces also allow electrical adaptation, a common feature in many historic luminaires that survived the transition from combustion to electric lighting. Its construction in iron, with an attractive dark patina acquired over decades, enhances its authenticity and highlights the quality of the forge work.

The simplicity of their forms, combined with the expressive strength of the cut profiles and the curvilinear elements, makes them especially versatile pieces for interiors inspired by Modernist, rustic, Neo-Gothic, or Mediterranean aesthetics. Installed as a pair, they provide symmetry, warmth, and an unmistakable historic atmosphere, constituting an attractive example of early 20th-century decorative lighting craftsmanship.

Shipped with tracking and careful packaging.

Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Pair of wall-mounted sconces in a modernist style, crafted in wrought iron during the first half of the twentieth century, pieces of marked artisanal personality that evoke the organic and decorative aesthetics characteristic of the Modernist movement. Their design combines architectural lines inspired by Gothic with delicate curved details, yielding a balanced composition between structural solidity and ornamental lightness.

Each sconce features a cut-profile backing crowned by a succession of lobed shapes that provide visual rhythm and an elegant verticality. The central portion adopts a configuration similar to a small stylized ogival window, while the lower arms extend through hand-forged scrolls that reveal the Modernist taste for sinuous lines inspired by nature and the artisanal tradition of wrought iron.

Originally conceived to hold candles, these sconces also allow electrical adaptation, a common feature in many historic luminaires that survived the transition from combustion to electric lighting. Its construction in iron, with an attractive dark patina acquired over decades, enhances its authenticity and highlights the quality of the forge work.

The simplicity of their forms, combined with the expressive strength of the cut profiles and the curvilinear elements, makes them especially versatile pieces for interiors inspired by Modernist, rustic, Neo-Gothic, or Mediterranean aesthetics. Installed as a pair, they provide symmetry, warmth, and an unmistakable historic atmosphere, constituting an attractive example of early 20th-century decorative lighting craftsmanship.

Shipped with tracking and careful packaging.

Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Forgings
Material
Iron
Model
Modernists
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
No
Height
57 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
6 cm
Spain (Mainland)Verified
3940
Objects sold
93.68%
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