Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
NEOCLASSICAL STYLE
Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.
Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.
The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.
Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.
Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.
As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.
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Style: Neoclassical
Pair of Maison Sabino & Cristallerie De Sevres Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional French pair of sconces designed by Maison Sabino and original "Cristallerie de Sevres" frozen glass shades in perfect condition.
Three arms, three bulbs/ shades.
Measures...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
Pair of Late 19th Century Gilded Neoclassical Cast Bronze Sconces, Circa 1890
Located in New York, NY
AIS1009
A pair of finely chased and strongly proportioned three-light sconces in bronze with faint traces of the original gilding, circa 1890.
Dimensions:
Overall: 25" h. x 17" w. ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical Arrow Sconces
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of Hollywood Regency painted metal three light sconces in the form of a quiver holding arrows with gold ends. Most likely French, 1940s or 1950s.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Wonderful French Gilt Bronze Set of Four Bow Top Neoclassical Two-Arm Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful set of four bow top neoclassical two-arm sconces
Very Fine work on bronze with bow tops and filigree details
Can be electrified.
Sold by the pair.
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Jacques Adnet Sconces.2 pairs available. Priced by pair
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Jacques Adnet sconces. Two patinas gun metal and brass.
80w/ each bulb.
Price for one pair.
Projection to the wall 6"; without the shade, 7"; with the shade.
12'; W without...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Neoclassical Style Bronze Three Arm Wall Sconce Lights, circa 1900
Located in Banner Elk, NC
A pair of Neoclassical style bronze three arm wall sconce lights having central flamed finials flanked by rooster heads, French, circa 1910.
Dimensions: Ht: 26" Wd: 10.5" Dpth: 6.5"
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1910s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Decorative Neoclassical Brass & Crystal Wall Lights, French, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This beautiful pair of decorative wall lights is made of brass and crystal. They represent a nice vase made of brass with brass and crystal flowers. This is a French work, circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Polychrome Enameled Bronze and Porcelain Flower Lyre Form Sconces
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
These neoclassical lyre back sconces are in the Louis XVI style, and feature hand painted porcelain flowers. They are made of enameled bronze with gilt highlights, and are hung with ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Pair of Midcentury Brass and Crystal Neoclassical Girandoles or Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of midcentury brass and crystal neoclassical girandoles or sconces features timeless styling, and intricate detail with solid brass quality enhanced by faceted crystals that pla...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Wonderful Regency Neoclassical Pair Urn Form Bronze Empire E.F. Caldwell Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful Regency neoclassical pair of urn form and gilt bronze Empire style E.F. Caldwell two light wall sconces. Rewired with new sockets and ready to enjoy.
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Bronze Two-Light Neoclassical Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
A pair of bronze two-light neoclassical wall sconces.
available an other pair with red decoration.
Measurements: cm 48 x 22.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Wonderful French Empire Neoclassical Silvered Bronze Ormolu Caldwell 3 Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French Empire / neoclassical silvered bronze set of 3 sconces in the manner of Caldwell set on black velvet Backplate with silvered bronze ormolu mounts.
Rewired and rea...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Pair of Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Gilt Figural Six-Light Sconces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An exquisite pair of giltwood six-light wall sconces. The light is supported by the figure of a winged seraphim whose draped lower half melds into a molded bracket and acanthus penda...
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1810s Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood
Neoclassical French Spear Double Sconces, 1950
Located in Paris, FR
Unique beautiful pair of Neoclassical Spear style two arm sconces from the mid-1950s in bronze, brass and matte black lacquered metal, with the symbols of the French nobility with t...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Metal
Exceptional Pair of Sconces Designed by Maison Sabino & Cristallerie de Sevres
Located in Miami, FL
Rare French pair of sconces designed by Maison Petitot and original "Cristallerie de Sevres" frozen glass shades in perfect condition.
Five bulbs or shades.
back plate :4" W, 7" H
Wi...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
Pair of Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Gilt Figural 6-Light Sconces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An exquisite pair of giltwood 6-light wall sconces. The light is supported by the figure of a winged seraphim whose draped lower half melds into a moulded bracket and acanthus pendan...
Category
1810s Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood
Wonderful Pair French Neoclassical Bronze Urn Bow Tassel Filigree 2-Arm Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of French neoclassical style bronze urn, bow, tassel and filigree 2-arm sconces
Completely rewired with new sockets and wiring.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pr. French 19th Century Empire Neoclassical Style Parcel-Gilt Bronze Wall Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine Pair of French, 19th Century Empire-Neoclassical style parcel-gilt and patinated bronze five-light wall lights (Sconces). The elongated dark patinated two-tone frames, ea...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Two Large Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in London, GB
These two large and exquisite gilt bronze sconces were crafted in the early 20th Century in France in a grand, Neoclassical style.
The lights feature long stems which take the for...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
Beautiful Neoclassical Set Six French Bronze Crystal Caldwell Starburst Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful neoclassical French bronze and crystal set of Six sconces in the manner of Caldwell with two arms that are adjustable and a center starburst with crystal spears.
Rewired...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Pair of 18th Century Italian Polychrome Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 18th century Italian polychrome sconces.
Tall pair of antique Italian Neoclassical style carved wood polychrome sconces from Tuscany. These ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
French Wall Sconces Polished Brass & Glass Jules Leleu Style - Pair 4 available
By Jules Leleu
Located in Miami, FL
French Neoclassical Polished Brass and Faceted Glass pair of Sconces, Wall lights in Jules Leleu style.
Priced by pair. We have 4 Pair available.
Pair with three arms available Stock...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Silvered Bronze Nickel Caldwell Baguès Neoclassical Urn Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of silvered / polished nickel bronze sconces with a Baguès Paris label in the back in the neoclassical design with urns and ram's head back plate and three candelabr...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Silver Plate
Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Putto Wall Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and charming pair of French 19th century neoclassical style figural gilt-bronze five-light wall sconces. Each wall light depicting a putto with his torso leaning forward ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Neoclassic Style Two-Light Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of sconces in the neoclassic style with two gilt bronze candleholders backed by an oval
white marble framed with black marble.
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair of Carved Giltwood Wall Lights
Located in Essex, MA
Torch form with two arms. Newly wired with backplate.
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
Two Big Gilted Historistic Sconces, circa 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Two big gilted historistic sconces, circa 1890s
Very beautiful original condition
Original glass sleeves.
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Bronze Neoclassical Style Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of French bronze three arm neoclassical style wall sconces.
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 19th Century Neoclassical Ormolu Wall Lights
Located in Brighton, Sussex
An impressive pair of 19th century gilded ormolu three branch wall sconces, each with flaming urns, ribbon and swag decoration over tapering f...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ormolu
Pair of Russian Neoclassic Style Two-Arm Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Two pairs of Russian neoclassic style ormolu and patinated bronze two-arm sconces of swan form, 20th century. Priced per pair.
Category
20th Century Russian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Wonderful Neoclassical Patinated Bronze Large Urn 3-Light Caldwell Sconces, Pair
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful neoclassical pair of patinated bronze large urn form top and oval back 3 light sconces rewired and ready to enjoy, very fine cast and detail.
We have had this model scon...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Mid-Century Neoclassic Plaster Capital Sconces (manner of Serge Roche)
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Neoclassic-style (1940s) white plaster capital wall sconces with back light and scroll form (possibly SERGE ROCHE)
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
French Empire-Style Mirrored Sconce, circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
French Empire style sconce with convex mirror, two arrows, and gold stars, circa 1940. Rewired for USA with two sockets, 25W bulbs included.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of French Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal Wall Lights or Sconces Neoclassical
Located in Rome, IT
Magnificent pair of French gilded bronze seven branch wall lights with rock crystal drops.
Seven scrolled finely chiseled arms on two levels.
Available three pairs.
Provenance fro...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Rock Crystal, Bronze
John Linnell Attributed Wall Sconces Neoclassical Style
By John Linnell
Located in New Haven, CT
This magnificent pair of neoclassical wall sconces is attributed to John Linnell, circa 1770.
Inspired by the excavations of the time, circa 1760 Robert Adam introduced high Neoclass...
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1770s English Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood, Blown Glass
Large Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Giltwood Sconces
Located in Cypress, CA
Pair of large Italian neoclassical style 22-karat gold leafed carved wood two-light sconces with flamed urn finials and large curved silk shades.
Overall ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of Italian Neo-Classic '19th-20th Century' Wall Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian Neo-classic (19th-20th century) beige and peach painted & carved wood barometer-shaped wall sconces with 3 patinated brass arms a...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Nickel-plated.
Same model is still available in brass.
Max wattage: 75w each bulb.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Pair of E.F. Caldwell Polished Silver Two-Arm Neoclassical Bow-Top Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
Elegant pair of E.F. Caldwell marked silvered nickel bronze sconces with embellished bow top and framed with filigree draping. With a softly aged gilt bronze patina, the sconces are ...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Wonderful Set of Three French Neoclassical Empire Patina Bronze Filigree Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Set of (3) Three French Neoclassical Empire Patinated & Gilt Bronze Filigree Center Two Arm Sconces Completely Rewired With New Candel...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
Set of Four American Classical Brass and Halophane Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
These wonderful set of four sconces feature a reverse domed ribbed halothane glass shade with a polished brass arm with classical detailing. They have been newly rewired and are in e...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large Bronze Sconces circa 1940, Parchment Lampshade
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of large bronze sconces with two patinas, circa 1940.
Parchment shades in poor condition.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Italian Neoclassic Style Steel Crossed Arrow Wall Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian Neoclassic-style (19th Century) steel and gilt trimmed wall sconces with five lights and cross arrow designs. (PRICED AS Pair)
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
Pair of French, 19th Century Giltwood Mirrored Back Wall Sconces
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of 19th century giltwood mirrored back wall sconces. A finely gilt pair of two-arm carved gilt wall sconces. These very decorative pair o...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Wonderful Pair French Bronze Neoclassical Caldwell Regency Urn Filigree Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of French bronze neoclassical / Regency urn top and filigree sconces in the manner of Caldwell, stamped made in France on the backs.
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Lyre Shaped Silver Sconces
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Neoclassical Lyre shaped silver painted over brass two light sconces. Recently re-wired. American, Early 20th. Century.
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Pair of Brushed Silvered Bronze Filigree Neoclassical Caldwell Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of large Caldwell brushed silvered bronze neoclassical oval filigree three-light sconces completely rewired with new candelabra sockets.
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Elegant Pair of Silver Plated Adam Style Sconces
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant pair of English silver plated two-arm Adam style sconces.
Category
1910s English Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair Of 19th C. Giltwood Mirrored Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of giltwood sconces, in classical form, each surmounted by carved fluted flower-filled urn draped with swags, shield shaped mirror plate, two candlearms; not electrified.
Stock...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Very Large Wall Lamp with Swan Figure Very Beautiful
Located in Wien, AT
Very large and heavy wall lamp with swan figure,
excellent original condition very beautiful and nice patina,
very fine work.
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1880s French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Large Antique Giltwood Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of large antique giltwood sconces.
Stunning pair of giltwood and gilt iron two-light candle sconces, circa 1920. These gorgeous Continen...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Elegant Pair of Regency Neoclassical French Empire Gilt Doré Bronze Lion Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
An elegant pair of Regency / neoclassical French Empire, gilt doré bronze sconces with lion heads and topped off with a twisted crown finial.
Measure: ...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Neoclassical Brass Sconces, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of neoclassical brass sconces, circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1940s Italian Neoclassical Wrought Iron Applique 3 Light Wall Sconce
Located in Miami, FL
Wrought iron three-light applique, wall sconce from Italy.
Wired for the U.S. prior shipping and uses each a max. 40 watts light bulb.
In good used condition with normal signs of wea...
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Neoclassical Style Painted Tole, Wood and Mirror Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A Fine and important pair of 19th century Italian neoclassical style six-arm wall sconces. Composed of a decorative cascading top, over worn, well patinated gilded metal acanthus lea...
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1890s Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Mirror
Fine Pair French Dore Bronze Neoclassical Rams Head Linke Filigree Swag Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Large pair of beautifully etched doré bronze two-arm sconces with filigree draping and swags with fluting detail and decor around the bobeches and a ram's head center med...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Neoclassical Style 19th Century Six-Light Figural Wall Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine and rare pair of French neoclassical style 19th century figural parcel gilt and silver carved wood and Gesso six-light wall sconces, each centered with giltwood carved seashel...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Giltwood Sconces with Roman Soldier Bust
Located in Charleston, SC
A pair of early 19th century Italian Neoclassical carved giltwood and tole sconces of busts of Roman soldiers, circa 1820, each with three candle...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Tin
Neoclassical wall lights and sconces for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical wall lights and sconces for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage wall lights and sconces created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, mirrors, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical wall lights and sconces made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall lights and sconces, popular names associated with this style include Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Workstead, Maison Lancel, and Maison Baguès. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for wall lights and sconces differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $279 and tops out at $80,522 while the average work can sell for $3,650.
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