Art Nouveau Sconces

Neoclassical bronze armature support stylized flame shells, each holding one 40-60 watt bulb.

Create a warm and inviting ambiance with our Harvest Moon Alabaster Fixture. Made from a single block of dark and moody alabaster stone, this fixture is suspended by brass rods and i...

These pure white sconces sit upon torch like bases, illuminating the room in the fusion of classical and romantic forms, typical of the neoclassical period. Alabaster lighting was the first used electrical lighting in Europe, prized for its ability to softly diffuse light. As mentioned above, the Neo-Renaissance style was in reality an eclectic blending of past styles, which the architect selected on the whims of his patrons. In the true Renaissance era there was a division of labour between the architect, who designed the exterior highly visible shell, and others—the artisans—who decorated and arranged the interior. The original Italian mannerist house was a place for relaxation and entertaining, convenience and comfort of the interior being a priority; in the later Baroque designs, comfort and interior design were secondary to outward appearance. This was followed by the Neoclassical period, which gave importance to the proportions and dignity of interiors, but still lost the comfort and internal convenience of the mannerist period. It was during the Neo-Renaissance period of the 19th century that the mannerist comforts were re-discovered and taken a step further. Not only did the improved building techniques of the 1850s allow the glazing of formerly open loggias and arches with the newly invented sheets of plate glass, providing the first "picture windows", but also the blending of architectural styles allowed interiors and exteriors to be treated differently. It was at this time that the concept of "furnishing styles" manifested itself, allowing distinctions to be made between interior rooms...

Warm amber tones interplay with a confident ring of carved laurel leaves. Mineralization is featured throughout this alabaster stone fixture, adding depth and warmth to the light as...

2 Amaizing sconces France To take care of your property and the lives of our customers, the new wiring has been done. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau an...

This fabulous pair of sconces, executed during the Art Nouveau period, make a strong statement in any room setting. Sensuously sculpted leaves...

A beautiful and elegant pair of Art Nouveau sconces.

Price listed is for a set of 3. Pair price $2500. From the 1920s comes this brilliant marriage of Art Nouvea and Art Deco. Cast in solid bronze. Wonderful organic Art Nouveau designs rise from the bottom to stylized pedals covering the socket covers. The intricate bronze casting is still crisp and clean, a sign of a very talented designer and manufacturer. The back plate is also highly detailed with a switch on the right side. 4 of the 5 of these amazing sconces...