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
1900's Caldwell Etched Mirror 2 Lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell etched mirrored sconces with two silver plated arms for lights. Available 2 pairs
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1900 Caldwell Etched Mirror Single Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell etched mirrored sconces with one light. Available 2 pairs
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and rattan wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.25” H x 14.25” W x 7.5” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 8.75” H x ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Large Italian Giltwood Sconce - circa 1880
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Foliate capped branches with turned nozzles emanating from an urn and harp supported by a foliate cresting
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Large Solid Brass Architectural Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant Pair of vintage wall lantern, beveled glass ,made of solid brass beautiful patina, three 40/watt lights each lantern, suitable for wet location,
Decorative pair.
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20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1920’s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces with Hazelnuts
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with hazelnuts and acorns design
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Large Neoclassical Style Bronze Double Arm Wall Sconce
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large Neoclassical Style Bronze Double Arm Wall Sconce, France, ca. 1970s
One of five large French Neoclassical style bronze candelabra-form wall sconces with elegant urn finials and...
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Maison Lancel Sconces Brass Hand Holding Torch
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Lancel neoclassical hand sconces, wall lights holding a torch.
Made in France in the 1960.
US rewired and in working condition
40 watts max bulb.
Priced by pair
B...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
19thc Large French Neoclassical Bronze & Porcelain Wall Sconce
Located in Opa Locka, FL
19thc Large French Neoclassical style Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Wall Sconce. Painted porcelain insert. Bronze lattice work, fruit basket detail.
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pr. Neo Classical Silver-Plate Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair silver plate sconces of neo classic form, each having two candle arm sockets. Possibly Caldwell, or Sterling on Bronze , unsigned. Both are in good, original, clean and worki...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Ralph Lauren Nickel Retractable Sconces
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Miami, FL
Pair Ralph Lauren 'Sargent' swing arm wall lamps, c., 2-light wall articulated wall sconce, in "Butler's silver" finish, marked "Ralph Lauren" on wal...
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1990s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Nickel
1920’s Caldwell Bronze Sconces with Scrolled Arms
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell double light sconces with scrolled arms
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1920s North American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920’s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces with Shield design
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell gilt bronze double light sconces with unusual design
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1910s North American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Set of 4 FOUR 19thc. French Neoclassical style Bronze Ribbon Swag Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Matched Set of 4 French Neoclassical style Bronze Wall Sconces Mid 19th. c. Bronze draped ribbon swag form with great detail with tassel detail. Original unelectrified state. Can eas...
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1860s Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 1900's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with Cherubs
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with cherubs and two lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces with Lions Shield
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double light sconces with lions
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair 1950's Neoclassical Gilt Metal Detailed Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Stunning French Neoclassical style Gil Metal Highly Detailed Wall Sconces. Very nice quality of this pair of French Wall Sconces.
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair Beaded Sconces
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very elegant pair of beaded and crystal pendant Maria Theresa wall sconces that date to the mid-20th century. These sconces are elegant and in very good original condition-...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
19th Century Dutch Brass Candleholder Wall Sconce
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Dutch brass octagonal wall sconce with candle holder. Flat brass backplate has pressed floral and stem motif surround. Re...
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19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Albano Poli Pair of Mazzega Murano Deco Style Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of Murano glass Art Deco style sconces in rare bicolor peach and frost glass by Albano Poli for Mazzega Murano. Italy ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of French Neoclassical Style Bronze Twin Arm Sconces, ca 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Pair of French Neoclassical or Louis XVI style bronze twin arm sconces from ca. 1920.
This pair of antique bronze sconces has a beautiful round bronze base that has delicate acanthus...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical Style Greek Key & Urn Cast Metal Wall Candle Sconces Signed Empire
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a great looking pair of neoclassical style sconces with a streamlined urn shape in the center and Greek Key designs where the arms meet the urn. The sconces were once electri...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
c1914 Pair E.F. Caldwell Neoclassical Bronze & Crystal "Northwind " Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1914 E.F. Caldwell Neoclassical style Bronze Figural "Northwing Blowing Beauty" Wall Sconces. Cut Crystal detailed. Very hight quality as only E.F. Caldwell can offer.
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1900's Caldwell Large Bronze 3 Lights Sconces with Crystal Leaves and Urn
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's large Caldwell sconces with 3 lights, glass leaves and crystal urn body on top
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Pair 19thc Neoclassic Bronzw/Eglomise Cherubs Cavorting Wall Sconces by Caldwell
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair c1890 Neoclassical style Bronze Wall Sconces Featuring Carved Back Eglomise Mirrored Wall Sconces. Signed by E.F. Caldwell. The cherubs are so sweetly rendered. One facing to th...
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1890s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Stunning Set of 3 Midcentury Made, Large Size Hand Carved Alabaster Wall Sconces
Located in Lisse, NL
Best ever quality AND larger than normal alabaster wall lights.
Over the past 5 years we have seen our midcentury made and our antique alabaster fixtures become ever more popular bo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Aluminum
Set of Four Bronze and Bead Crystal Presidential Wall Sconce
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A set of four neoclassical beaded presidential wall sconces. This bronze light fixture features decorative crystal accents.
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Pair 19thc French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces attrib. Maison Bagues
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 19thc French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces attibuted to Maison Bagues. Highly detailed. Original unelectrified state. Gorgeous lighting!
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
18th Century Delft Wall Sconces Candelabra Chinoiserie Kangxi Style a pair
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
A pair Dutch Delftware Royal Delft bronze mounted wall sconces candelabra wall plates
Decorative Delft plates mounted in gilt bronze with on top a ribbon and
a faun mask with 2 candl...
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18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of sconces in steel and bronze
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
A pair of forged scones in steel and bronze. Italy, circa 1970.
They are electrified but can also used with candles.
They can be moved from left to right. No lampshades.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Pair c1790 Russian Imperial Silverplate Silver Plated w/ Crystal Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Very Rare Pair of c1790-1800 Russian Imperial Silver Plated Bronze Wall Sconces. Crystal adorned [original] Imperial eagles. There is a small part missing on one sconce. Not detracta...
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1790s Russian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair c1900 French Neoclassical style Bronze Trophy/ Vase Form Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair c1900 French Neoclassical style Bronze Trophy/ Vase Form Wall Sconces. Beautiful French estate find.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Large Solid Copper Architectural Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant Pair of vintage wall lantern, seeded texture glass, made of solid copper beautiful patina, one 60/watt light each lantern, suitable for wet location,
Decorative pair.
Backp...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Set of 3 1940's French Neoclassical style Gilt Bronze Fish/ Dolphon Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Mathed SET of 3. French Neoclassical style Gilt Bronze Dolphin/ Fish/ Sea Creature / Koi Wall Sconces with Original Opaline Glass Shades. I found these in the Montmarte section of Pa...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair c1913 E.F. Caldwell Neoclassic Bronze & Silverplate Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair of Documented c1913 Bronze/ Silverplate Neoclassical Wall Sconces by E.F. Caldwell. Please look closely at the pictures the detail is amazing! I purchased these directly from an...
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1910s North American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
White-gold Murano glass sconces - a pair
By Venini
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Neoclassical style Murano glass wall sconces, attributed to Venini, Italy 1970s.
The Mid Century sconces are made of hand blown Murano glass.
They have a milk white bottom va...
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1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Gold Plate
Early 20th Century Double Silver Sconces - a Pair
Located in Canton, MA
Early 20th century double arm silver sconces. Neoclassical style. Oval backplate with delicate arms that reach up to two lights. Urn shaped ornament on arms, White Candlecovers. Rest...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair Large c1810 Russian Baltic 24K with Cut Crystal Wall Sconces Original Cond.
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Quite a Rare Pair of Early 19thc c1810 Russian Baltic 24K Gold with Cut Crystal Wall Sconces. In their original unelectrified state. I purchased these while I was in Ireland. They ar...
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1810s Baltic Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Antique Italian Neoclassic Painted Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking pair of Italian wall sconces crafted in wood in classic form decorated with gilt floral designs over an alluring red background with three metal arms having gilt acanthus le...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
Pair of Vintage Monumental 6 arm Brass Sconces from David Adler Residence
Located in New York, NY
A pair of vintage, monumental-sized polished brass sconces, each having 6 curlicue-shaped arms with faux candlesticks and stylized gathered arrowhead base.
USA, dating to 1920-194...
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Early American Style , Shield back Bronze Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A great design of American or possibly English Sconces . All quality work and finished in a dark patina finish . Two arms with candelabra sockets and 3" ht socket covers . This pair ...
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1990s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Thew Brushed Brass Wall Light with Ochre Glass Shade by Artig
Located in New York City, NY
This brass wall lamp is part of the Thew family - strong, sturdy, modern yet classically trained in the ethos of early 20th-century design. Made of hand-brushed brass with an ochre glass shade that gives off a warm translucent glow. Thew can live perfectly in your built-ins, hallway, or over your bedside table.
-Brass E26 socket. 4.5W dimmable LED bulb included.
-Choose wiring: hardwire or plugin
-Choose cord color: off white, dark green, brown or custom color
-Choose wire side: Left-side (facing), Right-side (facing)
All Artig Lighting...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Set of Four brass Neoclasical Sconces Attributed to André Arbus 1940s France
By André Arbus
Located in London, GB
The 1940s set of four wall lights attributed to André Arbus (1903-1969) in gilded brass and mahogany.
Mahogany support with fluted brass base, from which three arms of light rise, en...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1920's Large Caldwell 5 Lights Sconces with Acanthus Leaves
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's large Caldwell 5 lights bronze sconces with acanthus leaves
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920’s Caldwell Silver Plated 3 Lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated 3 lights sconces
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical Style Midcentury Iron Table Lamps on Lucite Bases, a Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Neoclassical style iron vase table lamps from the mid 20th century with swag and gadroon motifs, mounted on custom lucite bases. Behold this stunning pair of mid-20th-centu...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
1920’s Small Silver Plated and Etched Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated and etched mirror backplate sconces with two lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920's Caldwell Neoclassic Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze neoclassic style sconces with two lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Venetian Bronze & Decorative Etched Mirrored Wall Sconces, C. 1800
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of Venetian two-arm bronze mirrored wall sconces with etched decorative floral, bird, and butterfly motif. Sconces retain the origina...
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Early 1800s Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
A Pair of MURANO GLASS WALL APPLIQUES, by FLAVIO POLI & VERONESE, Italy 1960
By Flavio Poli
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional pair of 3 "flambeau" wall lights, Forme-Libre, in translucent and turquoise blown Murano glass of rare finesse, unique pieces by Flavio Poli, Veronese edition, Murano,...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
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Murano Glass
1920's Caldwell Double Light Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell double light sconces
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Neo-Classical Style Carved Wood Sconces W/ Urns & Draping Laurel Garland -Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a large scale neo-classical style carved wood sconces attributed to Hendrix Allardyce. The wiring and candle covers are new and in working order. Note the lovely gilt urns wi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
1920's Caldwell Porcelain Backplate Blue Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell bronze and blue porcelain backplate sconces, with hand-painted 19th century man and woman on plate.
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair Italian Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Two-Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of antique Italian carved giltwood wall lights in the neoclassicals style.
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
English Brass-Plated Sconces
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Original brass-plated sconces sourced from London, England by Martyn Lawrene Bullard
Fitted with original candle holders, and wall mounts.
Accompanied by brass key ring, suspended u...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double light sconces
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with double arms
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated one light sconces
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
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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