18 Th Century Lighting
Very rare late 18 th century coach lights ( sconces )
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and very rare late 18 Th century coach light, they were converted into sconces, they
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
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18 th century , Italian ( genoa ) gilded wood , iron and crystals chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
18th century , italian ( Genoa ) gilded wood iron arms and crystals Chandelier
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
18 th Century Bronze Lantern
Located in New Orleans, LA
Large hanging bronze lantern with 4 round glass panels one of which opens for bulb change. The Lantern has been rewired for US use and has 4 poly wax sleeves. There is a decorative...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
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