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Large 2nd Empire Bronze 4-Light Melusina Sconces, Pair

$9,100
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£6,918.51
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€7,984.22
€12,546.6336% Off
CA$12,737.56
CA$20,016.1636% Off
A$14,262.67
A$22,412.7636% Off
CHF 7,441.55
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MX$173,780.11
MX$273,083.0336% Off
NOK 94,427.92
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SEK 89,775.81
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DKK 59,596.94
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About the Item

Second Empire Bronze sconces depicting The Melusina of European Folklore. The Mermaid with Angel Wings. A female spirit of fresh water. Detailed castings of the four winds, scaled tail, a tassel necklace, and swooping leaves. Richly patinated, highly unusual, large-scale wall sconces in very good antique condition. Circa 1870. Each sconce weighs a little more than 25lbs. Four lights each, newly wired with E12 sockets.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32 in (81.28 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Rewired: Newly wired to UL standards E12 sockets. UL listing available upon request. Wear consistent with age and use. Finish has been cleaned and waxed.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 45121stDibs: LU902830273262

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