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Early 20th Century Carved and Gilded Wall Light Sconce by Thorvald Strom

$280
£212.67
€245.70
CA$392.43
A$439.20
CHF 229.23
MX$5,356.01
NOK 2,933.84
SEK 2,777.25
DKK 1,833.63
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Presenting a gorgeous early 20th century carved and gilded wall light sconce by Thorvald Strom. Hand carved by Thorvald Strom. Thorvald Strom was a Danish artist, sculptor and furniture maker originally from Denmark but who emigrated to Harrison Hot Springs in British Columbia at the turn of the 20th Century. He had a studio in Harrison Hot Springs and continued to produce unique and one of a kind pieces up until the 1950s. We have framed photos of both he and his family outside the Studio in the 1940s-1950s. He became very prominent and his pieces are very highly regarded and treasured in B.C. and Montana. This double Wall light sconce is made of hand carved wood and gesso, gilded and painted with acanthus shaped ends. Made in or circa 1920s. Highly collectible and decorative piece ….. Unique!!
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use. Couple of minor repairs, but otherwise very good original condition.f.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3978119282882

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