French Louis XV Pair of Ormolu Wall Lights / Sconces after Caffieri

France, circa 1775. The rarity and importance of this magnificently grand and opulent pair od sconces cannot be overstated, they are without question the finest example you will see...

Thank you for your interest in this pair of giltwood wall sconces. Nicholas Wells Antiques is pleased to present a pair of very fine carved giltwood ...

England, circa 1990 Forged iron, copper sheet, frosted glass domes. Dimensions: 28.00cm wide 75.00cm high 15.00cm deep (11.02 inches wide 29.53 inches high 5.91 inches deep) Literature: C.Fiell “Mark Brazier-Jones, London 2012...

A rare set of 8 Palatial 19th century cut glass wall lights, each with five-light in two tiers. Eight pointed stars surmount scrolled coron...

France, circa 1770. ​ A charming pair of late Louis XV period fauteuils, the kidney shaped backs of simple outline supported on neoclassical fluted tapering legs. Each armchair sta...

Highly important and palatial Napoleon III Louis XV Revival Ormolu-Mounted Marquetry Bonheur Du Jour by Charles Guillaume Diehl, Designed by Jean Brandely, The Marquetry by E. Varlot, Paris. The rarity & importance of this magnificent piece cannot be overstated, it is without question one of the finest examples you will see. Originally commissioned for European nobility as a statement of love and marital grandeur. Incorporating the finest & rarest veneers and timbers of the time, including Harewood, Thuya, Purpleheart, palm wood and tulipwood. The beautifully shaped ormolu gallery on the top, gracefully curving outwards inset with fretted heart shapes highlight the incredible attention to detail that flow throughout this majestic piece. The upper section set either side with ormolu mounted fluted pilasters, aside two doors both individually set with masculine & feminine central marquetry panels of the most supreme quality, as you would expect from the master E. Varlot. The colors incorporated in the inlay are outstanding to behold, simply perfection. Opening to reveal the double top & bottom lock, engraved with Diehl's mark and address. Internally veneered in Rosewood of the richest color with one shelf. With two drawers below the doors, both veneered on the inside with Sycamore, one fitted for inkwells. The ormolu edged writing flap again centrally set with both a male & female figure now seated, holding hands with the lady holding a Mandoline, a true sign of happiness & love. The writing flap opening to reveal the original richly tooled velvet leather surface. The stand with one central frieze drawer, again lined inside with rosewood and with a top and bottom lock. On ormolu-mounted fluted legs. This grand Museum Quality masterpiece is in excellent condition for its age. Charles Guillaume Diehl (1811-1885) was of Germanic origins, he is considered among the most important & influential of cabinetmakers of the 19th century. He was born in Steinbach, Germany later moving to France, establishing his atelier in Paris in 1840, at the 3, Rue de Thorigny and then at the 170, Rue Saint...

Each sconce of asymmetrical rocaille design with foliate-cast backplate issuing five foliate S and C- scrolling candle arms mounted throughout with stylized leaf-tip motifs. Drilled ...

Pair of French Ormolu wall lights in the Louis XV style. French, Late 19th century. Measures: height 45cm, width 40cm, depth 15cm. Cast ...

A magnificent pair of French Louis XV transitional period chinoiserie wall sconces. Beautifully modelled with head and bust of two Chinese men. Gre...

Pair of ormolu three-light sconces in the Louis XV style. The sconces are finely carved and chased with acanthus leaves and scrolling foliage. This rich, eventful decoration is typic...

Sumptuous and large pair of 5-light sconces in gilt bronze. This fantastic set was made in the early 20th century in the style of Louis XV in France. This luxurious pair is decora...

An elegant and most decorative pair of French 19th century Louis XV st. ormolu sconces. Each three-arm sconce is centered by a fine bottom acorn-shaped finial below striking richly c...