Pair of Large Neoclassical Torch Sconces

A pair of 19th century neoclassical porcelain vases with bronze doré mounts converted to lamps, decorated with hand-painted classical motifs in the manner of Sevres porcelain. France...

A pair of very large heavily cast urns in patinated bronze in the Egyptian Revival taste with deep carvings.

Set of two-light fixtures of molded glass globes to resemble faceted diamonds. Rewired.

Gilt metal torch-pierced table lamp with four candle lamp lights to sides and socket on top. There is a riveted on "Made in Italy" label on the side.

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...

Pair of large French moderne style, circa 1960's gilt bronze single light torch sconces with art glass insets. Measurements: Height: 16" Width: 6" Depth: 8"

This regal and ornate Pair of Neoclassical Torch Sconces in Frosted Glass and antique brass originates from France during the latter half of...

Pair oflarge circa 1920's French cast bronze sconces with original patina. Measurements: Height: 33.5" Width: 13.75" Depth: 7.5"