1920’s Caldwell Brown and Gold Three lights Sconces
About the Item
- Creator:Edward F. Caldwell & Co. (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Power Source:Hardwired
- Voltage:110-150v
- Lampshade:Not Included
- Style:American Classical (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1920
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9112235848462
Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Edward F. Caldwell & Co. was among America’s preeminent lighting manufacturers of the late 19th to the mid-20th centuries, illuminating the halls and ceilings of some of the most notable buildings in the United States. In addition to St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City and the White House in Washington, D.C., the company’s masterful light fixtures also adorn the homes of some historically prominent figures, such as J.P. Morgan and Phillip Lehman.
The firm was founded in 1895 by American Edward F. Caldwell and Victor F. von Lossberg, a Latvia native who was raised in Russia. The founders became acquainted while working at Archer & Pancoast Manufacturing Company of New York, which produced gas lighting fixtures.
In 1901 Edward F. Caldwell & Co. opened a foundry, where the owners and the lighting artisans they recruited could explore a range of metalworking techniques and design styles. Caldwell and von Lossberg quickly rose to the top of the electric light manufacturing business with their shared vision, choosing to deliver quality elegant fixtures that frequently drew on historic European designs. The firm produced magnificent lighting pieces, as well as finely crafted decorative objects and mirrors. Their neoclassical designs borrowed heavily from Baroque and Rococo styles — Edward F. Caldwell & Co. also devised Art Deco fixtures during the 1920s — and favored bronze, silver, iron, copper and brass as their primary materials.
With construction on the rise in New York in the early 1900s, not many outfits could take on large-scale lighting contracts. With over 1,000 employees, Edward F. Caldwell & Co. could take on heavy commissions.
After Caldwell died in 1914, von Lossberg carried the company until he died in 1942. Edward F. Caldwell & Co. closed its doors owing to financial troubles in 1959.
Today manufacturer’s work can be seen all across New York City — including at the Bank of Manhattan and the famous Waldorf Astoria hotel — and Edward F. Caldwell & Co. creations are highly sought after by lighting and decor enthusiasts.
On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage Edward F. Caldwell & Co. table lamps, chandeliers and pendants, sconces and floor lamps.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: New York, NY
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 1 day of delivery.
- 1920s Caldwell Large Sunburst Crystal Sconces with Three LightsBy Edward F. Caldwell & Co.Located in New York, NYA pair of circa 1920's Caldwell three lights sconces with sunburst crystal shape backplateCategory
Vintage 1920s American American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsCrystal, Bronze
- 1920's Caldwell Small Double Lights SconcesBy Edward F. Caldwell & Co.Located in New York, NYA pair of circa 1920's Caldwell small gilt bronze double light sconces, original gilding.Category
Vintage 1910s American American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsBronze
- 1920’s Caldwell Silver Plated 3 Lights SconcesBy Edward F. Caldwell & Co.Located in New York, NYA pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated 3 lights sconcesCategory
Vintage 1920s American American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsBronze
- 1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces 2 LightsBy Edward F. Caldwell & Co.Located in New York, NYCirca 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze 2 lights sconcesCategory
Vintage 1920s American American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsBronze
- 1920s Caldwell Bronze Brown SconcesBy Edward F. Caldwell & Co.Located in New York, NYA pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell sconces with brown patina.Category
Vintage 1920s American American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsBronze
- 1920’s Caldwell Brown patina SconcesBy Edward F. Caldwell & Co.Located in New York, NYA pair of circa 1920’s brown patina Caldwell double light sconcesCategory
Vintage 1920s American American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsBronze
- Nickel and Brass Sconces with Neoclassical Scenes by E. F. Caldwell, Circa 1920By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.Located in New York, NYAIS2756 A pair of antique double-light sconces in their original two tone aged nickel and brass finish. The central image of the backplate is a tempietto framing a classically robed ...Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsBrass, Nickel
- Three Pairs of Signed E. F. Caldwell Carved Giltwood and Iron Swan Form SconcesBy Edward F. Caldwell & Co.Located in Pittsburgh, PAThis rare set of six signed sconces (sold by the pair), are hand carved and feature Classical motifs including bellflowers, acanthus leaves, and pinecone finials. Each sconce consists of a carved giltwood swan...Category
Antique Early 19th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsGiltwood
- Silver Two Arm Sconces with Switches, E.F. CaldwellBy Edward F. Caldwell & Co.Located in Canton, MASilver plate sconces, with a squared backplate and scroll arms. Made from cast bronze. Purchased from an estate with E.F. Caldwell pieces, original insulators which would have born m...Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsSilver Plate, Bronze
- Pair of Caldwell Gilt Metal Three-Light SconcesBy Edward F. Caldwell & Co.Located in New York, NYPair of Caldwell gilt metal three-light sconces. Stock Number: L223.Category
Antique 19th Century Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsMetal
- Classical Regency Style Pair of Caldwell Sconces, circa 1920sBy Edward F. Caldwell & Co.Located in Charleston, SCGrand pair of Caldwell scones with elegant crystal sunburst and fine bronze neoclassical frame. This pair of sconces has two candle arms and are in the Robert Adam style.Category
Early 20th Century American Regency Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsCrystal, Bronze
- Pair of Louis XVI Doré Bronze and Wedgwood Three-Light Sconces, E. F. CaldwellBy Edward F. Caldwell & Co.Located in New York, NYA fabulous and unique pair of antique Louis XVI style doré bronze and wedgwood mounted three-light sconces/wall appliques signed by E. F. Caldwell & Co N...Category
Antique 1890s American Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsBronze
