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Pair of Antique French Empire Egyptian Revival Gilt Wood Candle Sconces

$6,500per set
£4,913.19per set
€5,646.13per set
CA$9,051.21per set
A$10,069.10per set
CHF 5,278.35per set
MX$123,041.95per set
NOK 67,213.18per set
SEK 63,271.91per set
DKK 42,146.25per set
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About the Item

A most impressive pair of French Napoleon III Second Empire Period Egyptian Revival style gessoed, gilded and polychrome painted wood and gilt metal foliate scroll arm nine light candle sconces. Hand-crafted in France, most likely Parisian work, circa 1870s, exceptionally executed sculptural form, very high quality, extremely impressive statement pieces Dimensions: (approx) 36" High, 22" Wide, 10.5" Deep (each) Provenance/Acquisition: Acquired from reputable auction house, Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas. Furniture & Decorative Arts Signature Auction catalog Condition Report: Beautifully aged distressed patina, both examples are in good condition, with typical rubbing, wear and oxidation to the gilt surfaces, and some losses and wear to the gesso.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)Depth: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Egyptian Revival (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully aged distressed patina, both examples are in good condition, with typical rubbing, wear and oxidation to the gilt surfaces, and some losses and wear to the gesso.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977232507802

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