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PAIR of 19th C French Ormolu & Rock Crystal Wall Sconces, antique, gold toned

19th C

$2,102
£1,600.90
€1,845.27
CA$2,940.68
A$3,305.13
CHF 1,721.23
MX$40,198.61
NOK 22,025.20
SEK 20,886.38
DKK 13,771.90
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About the Item

This matched pair of wall sconces consist of one upright candle cup above three graceful flowing arms each fitted with three candle cups above shaped and molded bobeches. Each of the candle arms are hung with rock crystal and bead chains. Circa 19th century. Good condition, gilding (gold tone) rubs/losses and drop crystal threading delicacy commensurate with age. No crystals missing. Delicate. Provenance: Private collection, Richmond, VA. Purchased at Matthews and Shank in Shepardstown, WV.
  • Creation Year:
    19th C
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Good condition, gilding rubs (losses) and drop crystal threading delicacy commensurate with age. No crystals missing. Delicate.
  • Gallery Location:
    Bryn Mawr, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1416216225792

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