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Fine Pair French Dore Bronze Neoclassical Rams Head Linke Filigree Swag Sconces
Fine Pair French Dore Bronze Neoclassical Rams Head Linke Filigree Swag Sconces

Fine Pair French Dore Bronze Neoclassical Rams Head Linke Filigree Swag Sconces

By François Linke

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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Vintage 1920s French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Elegant Louis XVI Pair Caldwell French Dore Bronze Ribbon Floral Large Sconces
Elegant Louis XVI Pair Caldwell French Dore Bronze Ribbon Floral Large Sconces

Elegant Louis XVI Pair Caldwell French Dore Bronze Ribbon Floral Large Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Roslyn, NY

Incredible detail on the doré bronze pair of Caldwell styule two-arm sconces. The beautiful ribbon top has cascading ribbon entwined with fruit and seeds throughout the sconces. The ...

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20th Century French Belle Époque Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair 19thc French Dore Bronze Louis XIV style Cherub Candle Wall Sconces
Pair 19thc French Dore Bronze Louis XIV style Cherub Candle Wall Sconces

Pair 19thc French Dore Bronze Louis XIV style Cherub Candle Wall Sconces

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Pair 19thc French Louis XVI style Gilt Bronze Cherub 3 Light Wall Sconces. Original unelectrified state. Beautiful detail.

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Antique 1880s French Louis XIV Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Wonderful Pair French Dore Bronze Caldwell Ribbon Tassel Wreath Two-Arm Sconces
Wonderful Pair French Dore Bronze Caldwell Ribbon Tassel Wreath Two-Arm Sconces

Wonderful Pair French Dore Bronze Caldwell Ribbon Tassel Wreath Two-Arm Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful French etched cast detail throughout this pair of two-arm gilt bronze sconces with ribbon detail centre and full bow and wreath in midsection with tassel at the bottom. T...

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20th Century French Belle Époque Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Bronze Doré Three-Arm Sconces
Pair of 19th Century Bronze Doré Three-Arm Sconces

Pair of 19th Century Bronze Doré Three-Arm Sconces

Located in Houston, TX

A massive pair of 19th century bronze doré sconces from France.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pr. French Louis XVI Dore Bronze Patinated 2-Light Sconces, att. Théodore Millet
Pr. French Louis XVI Dore Bronze Patinated 2-Light Sconces, att. Théodore Millet

Pr. French Louis XVI Dore Bronze Patinated 2-Light Sconces, att. Théodore Millet

Located in New York, NY

Pair of French Louis XVI Dore Bronze Patinated 2-Light Sconces, attributed to Théodore Millet Each wall sconce is organized around a vertical, scepter-like shaft finished with a dar...

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Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Monumental Early 1900s Era French Dore' Gilt Bronze Sconces with Figures
Pair of Monumental Early 1900s Era French Dore' Gilt Bronze Sconces with Figures

Pair of Monumental Early 1900s Era French Dore' Gilt Bronze Sconces with Figures

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exceptional pair of monumental French gilt bronze sconces from the early 1900s captures the opulence and grandeur of Belle Époque design.

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Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Louis XV-Style Doré Bronze Wall Sconces
Pair of Louis XV-Style Doré Bronze Wall Sconces

Pair of Louis XV-Style Doré Bronze Wall Sconces

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of Louis XV-style doré bronze sconces, mercury gilded, burnished, foliate form, three lights with a putto at the base of each sconce. 19th century, circa 1880, France. 30" H ...

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Antique 1880s French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Wonderful Pair French Dore Bronze Bow Love Birds Tassel Swag Three-Arm Sconces
Wonderful Pair French Dore Bronze Bow Love Birds Tassel Swag Three-Arm Sconces

Wonderful Pair French Dore Bronze Bow Love Birds Tassel Swag Three-Arm Sconces

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful pair of dore bronze three-arm sconces with beautiful ribbon bow top, three arms and a pair of love birds sitting in the centre. Beautiful filigree detail embellishes the...

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Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Pair of French Directoire Bronze Dore Bird and Arrow Wall Sconces
19th Century Pair of French Directoire Bronze Dore Bird and Arrow Wall Sconces

19th Century Pair of French Directoire Bronze Dore Bird and Arrow Wall Sconces

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of French Directoire-style (19th Century) bronze dore wall scoces with two arms, a double wreath design, and bird head and arrow details. (PRICED AS Pair).  

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Antique 19th Century French Directoire Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair 19thc Antique French Rococo Louis XV Dore Bronze w/ Crystal Corner Sconces
Pair 19thc Antique French Rococo Louis XV Dore Bronze w/ Crystal Corner Sconces

Pair 19thc Antique French Rococo Louis XV Dore Bronze w/ Crystal Corner Sconces

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Very Unique 19thc Pair French Louis XV Rococo style CORNER Sconces. These are hard to find - for the corners of the room. Draped in cut Crystal with Bronze Frame.

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Antique 1890s French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of French 1st Empire Dore Bronze Mtd. 5-Arm Mirrored Sconces, Att. Thomire
Pair of French 1st Empire Dore Bronze Mtd. 5-Arm Mirrored Sconces, Att. Thomire

Pair of French 1st Empire Dore Bronze Mtd. 5-Arm Mirrored Sconces, Att. Thomire

By Pierre-Philippe Thomire

Located in New York, NY

A Magnificent Pair of French 1st Empire Period Dore bronze mounted five-arm sconces/mirrors, Attributed to Pierre-Philippe Thomire.

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Antique 1810s French Empire Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

French Art Deco Style Bronze Dore Wall Sconces 'Manner of Sue et Mare'
French Art Deco Style Bronze Dore Wall Sconces 'Manner of Sue et Mare'

French Art Deco Style Bronze Dore Wall Sconces 'Manner of Sue et Mare'

By Sue et Mare

Located in Queens, NY

5 French Art Deco-style bronze dore wall sconces with two arms, fluted design, and floral trim.

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20th Century Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Rococo Bronze Dore Eight-Light Wall Sconces
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Rococo Bronze Dore Eight-Light Wall Sconces

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Rococo Bronze Dore Eight-Light Wall Sconces

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant pair of antique bronze dore sconces was crafted in the Louis XV Rococo style in France during the late 19th century, circa 1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair Of Fine Baques Dore Bronze Twin Light Sconces
Pair Of Fine Baques Dore Bronze Twin Light Sconces

Pair Of Fine Baques Dore Bronze Twin Light Sconces

By Maison Baguès

Located in Bridgeport, CT

With the label. Exceptional quality from the noted firm. The backs are double fan forms mounted on foliate decorated spheres. The curved lights have bead trimmed sockets mounted on l...

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20th Century French Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze, Other

Wonderful Neoclassical Pair Regency Empire Baltic Dore Bronze Crystal Sconces
Wonderful Neoclassical Pair Regency Empire Baltic Dore Bronze Crystal Sconces

Wonderful Neoclassical Pair Regency Empire Baltic Dore Bronze Crystal Sconces

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful pair of neoclassical, regency, empire, Baltic dore bronze & crystal sconces with crystal center spike leading to a cluster bouquet.  

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20th Century French Baltic Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Pair of Mid-Century French Louis XVI Crystal and Bronze Dore Five-Light Sconces
Pair of Mid-Century French Louis XVI Crystal and Bronze Dore Five-Light Sconces

Pair of Mid-Century French Louis XVI Crystal and Bronze Dore Five-Light Sconces

Located in Dallas, TX

The large traditional light fixtures are in excellent condition and adorn a rich bronze dore finish. These sconces would make a sophisticated addition on each side of a mirror or man...

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Fine Pair of Elegant French Doré Bronze Two-Arm Bow Top Tassel Filigree Sconces
Fine Pair of Elegant French Doré Bronze Two-Arm Bow Top Tassel Filigree Sconces

Fine Pair of Elegant French Doré Bronze Two-Arm Bow Top Tassel Filigree Sconces

Located in Roslyn, NY

An elegant pair of bow top sconces circa early 20th century French bronze with a wonderful aged patina. The bow with the cascading ribbons entwining the beautiful floral filigree and...

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Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Set of 4 Louis XVI French Dore Bronze Wall Appliqués/Sconces, 18th Century Paris
Set of 4 Louis XVI French Dore Bronze Wall Appliqués/Sconces, 18th Century Paris

Set of 4 Louis XVI French Dore Bronze Wall Appliqués/Sconces, 18th Century Paris

Located in New York, NY

A very unusual and quite rare set of four antique French Louis XVI period, three-light wall lights/appliqués, (sconces).

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Elegant French Gilt Doré Bronze Pair of Bow Top Rosette 3-Arm Filigree Sconces
Elegant French Gilt Doré Bronze Pair of Bow Top Rosette 3-Arm Filigree Sconces

Elegant French Gilt Doré Bronze Pair of Bow Top Rosette 3-Arm Filigree Sconces

Located in Roslyn, NY

Elegant pair of gilt bronze three-arm French sconces with bow top and rosette detail. The three arms are decorated with filigree detail. Measures: 21" L x 12" W x 7" D Newly wi...

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Vintage 1940s French Belle Époque Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical Dore Bronze Louis XVI Set Four Bronze Bow Top Fine Filigree Sconces
Neoclassical Dore Bronze Louis XVI Set Four Bronze Bow Top Fine Filigree Sconces

Neoclassical Dore Bronze Louis XVI Set Four Bronze Bow Top Fine Filigree Sconces

Located in Roslyn, NY

A very fine set of four French Louis xvi style ormolu wall sconces with two-branches, each surmounted by a bow on top a. Rewired and come ready to install and enjoy.

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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair Large Antique Wall Mount Light Sconces Gilt Bronze Hunt Trumpet Bronze Dore
Pair Large Antique Wall Mount Light Sconces Gilt Bronze Hunt Trumpet Bronze Dore

Pair Large Antique Wall Mount Light Sconces Gilt Bronze Hunt Trumpet Bronze Dore

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Pair Large Antique Wall mount light Sconces Gilt Bronze Hunt Trumpet Bronze Dore . Hunting Lodge Theme The hunt .

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Wonderful Neoclassical Dore Bronze Patinated Five-Arm Urn Top Regency Sconce
Wonderful Neoclassical Dore Bronze Patinated Five-Arm Urn Top Regency Sconce

Wonderful Neoclassical Dore Bronze Patinated Five-Arm Urn Top Regency Sconce

Located in Roslyn, NY

This wonderful five-arm neoclassical doré bronze sconce has patinated details along the interior, beautiful scroll arms, and detailed bobeches. Measures: 20" H x 12" W x...

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Vintage 1960s French Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Large Pair of French Gilt Dore Bronze Figural Bow Top Four-Light Wall Sconces
Large Pair of French Gilt Dore Bronze Figural Bow Top Four-Light Wall Sconces

Large Pair of French Gilt Dore Bronze Figural Bow Top Four-Light Wall Sconces

Located in Roslyn, NY

A palatial pair of French doré bronze four-light bow top and tassle wall sconces, newly wired.

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Antique 19th Century French Directoire Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ormolu

1820 XL Antique Russian Imperial Dore Bronze Wall Sconce- Angel World Exhibition
1820 XL Antique Russian Imperial Dore Bronze Wall Sconce- Angel World Exhibition

1820 XL Antique Russian Imperial Dore Bronze Wall Sconce- Angel World Exhibition

Located in Opa Locka, FL

This is a very special Sconce. c1820 Russian Imperial World Exhibition Dore Gilt Bronze Louis XVI style "Winged Angel" Wall Lamp/ Sconce. This sconce has travelled the world being sh...

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Antique 1820s French Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pr French Sconces, 3 arm  Gold Dore "finish , Lady Faces
Pr French Sconces, 3 arm  Gold Dore "finish , Lady Faces

Pr French Sconces, 3 arm Gold Dore "finish , Lady Faces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

HI-quality castings in fine details made from the original . All metal finished in a polished Antique Gold Dore" finish . Set up for Candles . Not wired ! There is a bar on the rever...

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1990s American French Provincial Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Pair 1950's MCM Maison Bagues style "Curled Horns" Dore Bronze Wall Sconces
Pair 1950's MCM Maison Bagues style "Curled Horns" Dore Bronze Wall Sconces

Pair 1950's MCM Maison Bagues style "Curled Horns" Dore Bronze Wall Sconces

By Maison Baguès

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Pair 1950's French Dore Bronze "Curled Horns" Wall Sconces Style of Maison Bagues.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Antique Baltic Doré Bronze Crystal Spray 2-Arm Ram's Head Sconces
Pair of Antique Baltic Doré Bronze Crystal Spray 2-Arm Ram's Head Sconces

Pair of Antique Baltic Doré Bronze Crystal Spray 2-Arm Ram's Head Sconces

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful pair of antique Baltic doré bronze and crystal spray 2-arm ram's head medallion sconces with cut crystal spear / spike center shaft and multi tear cascading crystals.

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Antique 19th Century French Baltic Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Fine Antique Pair Palace Size Dore Bronze Loius XVI Style Five Light Sconces
Fine Antique Pair Palace Size Dore Bronze Loius XVI Style Five Light Sconces

Fine Antique Pair Palace Size Dore Bronze Loius XVI Style Five Light Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Magnificent, rare pair of palace size five light 19th century Louis XVI style Dore bronze figural sconces France, circa 1860 This spectacular pair of sconces is of exceptionally fine...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Dore Bronze Sconces Having Horned Bacchus Masks in Louis XVI Style
Pair of Dore Bronze Sconces Having Horned Bacchus Masks in Louis XVI Style

Pair of Dore Bronze Sconces Having Horned Bacchus Masks in Louis XVI Style

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of Dore Bronze Sconces having Horned Bacchus Masks in Louis XVI Style, 19th Century A pair of bronze wall sconces measuring almost three feet in height having Satirical Masks i...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of French Doré Bronze Crystal Girandoles Candelabras Three-Light Lamps
Pair of French Doré Bronze Crystal Girandoles Candelabras Three-Light Lamps

Pair of French Doré Bronze Crystal Girandoles Candelabras Three-Light Lamps

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful pair of French doré bronze and crystal girandoles / candelabras with three lights as lamps.

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Vintage 1930s French Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Pair 1950's Regency Dore Bronze Petite Horse Bust Wall Sconces w/ Opaline Shades
Pair 1950's Regency Dore Bronze Petite Horse Bust Wall Sconces w/ Opaline Shades

Pair 1950's Regency Dore Bronze Petite Horse Bust Wall Sconces w/ Opaline Shades

By Maison Jansen

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Stunning Pair of 1950's Regency Gilt Dore Bronze Horse Bust Wall Sconces. Smaller in size with opaline glass shades. For where you need an ultra high quality pair of Regency Sconces....

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Vintage 1950s French Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Set of Two Exquisite French Bronze Doré Louis XV Style Appliques
Set of Two Exquisite French Bronze Doré Louis XV Style Appliques

Set of Two Exquisite French Bronze Doré Louis XV Style Appliques

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Set of two fine bronze dore´ Louis XV style appliques, each with a superb acanthus cast back-plate with three scrolled candle arms featuring drip pans.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

1930s French Empire Dore Bronze Chandelier w/ Drapery Swag Attrib  Maison Bagues
1930s French Empire Dore Bronze Chandelier w/ Drapery Swag Attrib  Maison Bagues

1930s French Empire Dore Bronze Chandelier w/ Drapery Swag Attrib Maison Bagues

By Maison Baguès

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Spectacular 1930's French Empire Dore Bronze Chandelier. Bronze drapery swag detail. With Neoclassical elements. Attributed to Maison Bagues.

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Vintage 1930s French Empire Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Palace size French Louis XV Style Bronze Dore  and White Alabaster Shades
Palace size French Louis XV Style Bronze Dore  and White Alabaster Shades

Palace size French Louis XV Style Bronze Dore and White Alabaster Shades

Located in Houston, TX

20th century bronze doré wall sconces, decorated with foliate and cornucopia forms with eight lights having alabaster shades. Amazing size, with great detail

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Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair French Gilt Bronze wall sconces, 19 th century
Pair French Gilt Bronze wall sconces, 19 th century

Pair French Gilt Bronze wall sconces, 19 th century

Located in Houston, TX

This pair of fine French bronze dore Sconces is rare and unique due to the unusual design.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Large 20 light bronze dore chandelier in Rococo design
Large 20 light bronze dore chandelier in Rococo design

Large 20 light bronze dore chandelier in Rococo design

Located in Houston, TX

The exceptional cast bronze in the rococo Style is of the highest quality. The arms scroll Gracefully and end in 20 lights. The gilding is Original in a soft but bright patina

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Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Paire d’Appliques en Bronze Doré – Marcel Asselbur, Circa 1950:
Paire d’Appliques en Bronze Doré – Marcel Asselbur, Circa 1950:

Paire d’Appliques en Bronze Doré – Marcel Asselbur, Circa 1950:

By Marcel Asselbur

Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paire d’Appliques en Bronze Doré – Marcel Asselbur, Circa 1950 Élégante paire d’appliques murales en bronze doré, dessinées par Marcel Asselbur (1910-1964).

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of French bronze dore and crystal sconces
Pair of French bronze dore and crystal sconces

Pair of French bronze dore and crystal sconces

Located in Houston, TX

These sconces are large and and the gilt bronze has the Original patina in a lovey hue of gold. They each have five lights And the wiring is new and they have no chipped or missing C...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Vintage Pair of Elaborate French Louis XV Style Wall Sconces
Vintage Pair of Elaborate French Louis XV Style Wall Sconces

Vintage Pair of Elaborate French Louis XV Style Wall Sconces

By G. None

Located in Bronx, NY

This vintage pair of 19th century French doré bronze and crystal wall sconces are in the style of Louis XV.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Pr French 20th C Dore Bronze Mnt Mirrored & Beaded Crystal 9-Arm Sconces
Pr French 20th C Dore Bronze Mnt Mirrored & Beaded Crystal 9-Arm Sconces

Pr French 20th C Dore Bronze Mnt Mirrored & Beaded Crystal 9-Arm Sconces

By Maison Baguès

Located in New York, NY

A monumental pair of antique french 20th century dore bronze mounted mirrored and breaded crystal nine-arm sconces attributed to Baguès.

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Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Wall Mirrors

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

French Louis XV Bronze Doré Wall Sconces
French Louis XV Bronze Doré Wall Sconces

French Louis XV Bronze Doré Wall Sconces

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of French Louis XV (19th century) bronze doré 2 arm wall sconces with oval plaque back with cupids in relief and finial top.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

French Louis XVI Style Bronze Dore Wall Sconces
French Louis XVI Style Bronze Dore Wall Sconces

French Louis XVI Style Bronze Dore Wall Sconces

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of French Louis XVI style 19th-20th century bronze dore 2-tier 3-arm wall sconces with floral design.

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Antique Late 19th Century Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

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French Dore Bronze Sconces For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of French dore bronze sconces is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique French dore bronze sconces was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and stone. French dore bronze sconces have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. French dore bronze sconces are generally popular furniture pieces, but Louis XVI, Neoclassical and Louis XV styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many French dore bronze sconces are appealing in their simplicity, but Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Maison Baguès and Maison Charles et Fils produced popular French dore bronze sconces that are worth a look.

How Much are French Dore Bronze Sconces?

Prices for French dore bronze sconces can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, French dore bronze sconces begin at $470 and can go as high as $48,520, while the average can fetch as much as $3,950.

Finding the Right Sconces-wall-lights for You

From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, there is one major part of home decor that you definitely want to master: lighting. Carefully selected vintage sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood and highlighting your distinctive personality.

We’re a long way from the candelabra-inspired chandeliers of the medieval era. Lighting is no longer merely practical, and lighting designers have been creating and reinventing lighting solutions for eons. Because of the advancements crafted by these venturesome makers, we now have the opportunity to bring unique, customizable lighting solutions into our homes.

It’s never been easier to create dramatic bedrooms, cozy kitchen areas and cheerful bars than it is today. Think of an elegant wall sconce as functional and as a work of art, adding both light and style to your hallways, whimsical kids’ rooms and elsewhere.

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For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs instead of bedside table lamps could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.

Let 1stDibs help you set the mood with the right antique and vintage wall lights and sconces for your home. Our collection includes every kind of fixture, from sculptural works by Austrian craftsman J.T. Kalmar to chic industrial-style wall sconces, from adjustable painted aluminum wall lamps designed by Artemide to a wide variety of minimalist mid-century modern masterpieces.