Wall sconce (2) - Gilt bronze

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Paula Martin-Calero Toro
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A pair of antique gilt bronze wall sconces in Louis XVI style, dating to 1850–1900 from Paris, with elaborately chased classical motifs, 38 cm wide, 32 cm high, 25 cm deep, two fittings, restored electrical components and mounting pins, in good used condition and requiring light bulbs.

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A pair of antique gilded bronze wall sconces, they are Louis XVI style appliques.
An elaborate and finely crafted fusion, handmade to highlight the very extensive decorative details.
Features classical ornamental motifs such as garlands, leaves, bows, a central medallion, and symmetrical flowers.
They could be worked over a fire.
Similar specimens date back to the 4th quarter of the 19th century and are considered valuable for antiquity.
Equipped with electricity, restored, and replaced fastening pins such as nuts.
Wonderful.
They need light bulb invitations.

Seller's Story

I sell antiques and valuable historical objects.
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A pair of antique gilded bronze wall sconces, they are Louis XVI style appliques.
An elaborate and finely crafted fusion, handmade to highlight the very extensive decorative details.
Features classical ornamental motifs such as garlands, leaves, bows, a central medallion, and symmetrical flowers.
They could be worked over a fire.
Similar specimens date back to the 4th quarter of the 19th century and are considered valuable for antiquity.
Equipped with electricity, restored, and replaced fastening pins such as nuts.
Wonderful.
They need light bulb invitations.

Seller's Story

I sell antiques and valuable historical objects.
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Era
1400-1900
Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Specific region of origin
Paris
No. of items
2
Material
Bronze
Country of Origin
France
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
32 cm
Width
38 cm
Depth
25 cm
Colour
Gold
Number Of Fittings
2
Estimated period
1850-1900
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Objects sold
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