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Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Style: Neoclassical
Italian Bronze Pair Cherub Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian bronze cherub sconces.
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1920s Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Pair of French Brass Sconces in the style of Arbus
Located in Miami, FL
4 pairs of brass ARBUS brass French sconces featuring a hand holding a torch. Opposite hands, circa 1940s. 1 pair in silver opposite hands (last i...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pillaret Drop Sconce by Studio DUNN
Located in Rumford, RI
Our modern wall sconce combines symmetry and candle-like geometry to create a striking silhouette suitable for a variety of environments. A narrow shade and single column of luxuriou...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Pair of Neoclassical Bronze Doré Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
A large 19th century pair of single arm bronze doré single arm sconces from France.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with Alabaster Shade
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated sconces with alabaster shade, two interior lights
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Alabaster, Bronze

1920 Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces 2 Lights
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze 2 lights sconces
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Pair of Maison Jansen Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 pairs available
Located in Miami, FL
Superbe pair of bronze sconces figuring A feminine hand holding a cornucopia, rare model from 1940. Refinished and US rewired, 60 watts max bulb. New opaline globe. Back plate dime...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

1920s Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with two lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Silver Plate, Bronze

Single Vintage Handcrafted Wall-Mounted Brass Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Single wall hanging lantern arch style made of solid brass, quality workmanship, bevelled glass, electrified with 3 40/watt lights, beautiful patina great light exposure. Working and...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

1900 Caldwell Etched Mirror Single Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell etched mirrored sconces with one light. Available 2 pairs
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Set of 3 1940's French Neoclassical style Gilt Bronze Fish/ Dolphon Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Mathed SET of 3. French Neoclassical style Gilt Bronze Dolphin/ Fish/ Sea Creature / Koi Wall Sconces with Original Opaline Glass Shades. I found these in the Montmarte section of Pa...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Two Historistic Wall Lamps, circa 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Two historistic wall lamps, circa 1890s Polished and stove enameled Original cut glasses.
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

1920's Caldwell Double Lights Sconces with Mirror Backplate
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell double light sconces with sunburst shaped etched mirrored back plate
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Wonderful Pair French Neoclassical Bronze Urn Bow Tassel Filigree 2-Arm Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of French neoclassical style bronze urn, bow, tassel and filigree 2-arm sconces Completely rewired with new sockets and wiring.
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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Neo-Classical Carved Grand Tour Style Gilt Tole Wall Sconces By Palladio - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Italian neo-classical style carved giltwood and tole wall sconces by Palladio. They have mail and female facing intaglio inspired busts. Each sconce has a gilded ur...
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

1920’s Caldwell Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s gilt bronze and mirrored backplate Caldwell sconces. Small size.
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Italian Neoclassic Empire Gilt Wood Wall Sconces
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Neo-Classic Empire (1st Quarter 19th Century) gilt wood 3 light wall sconces with centered classical winged female figure with sc...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Giltwood

1940's Silver Plated One Light Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1940's one light silver sconces with mirrored backplate
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

19th C. American Painted Tin Canal Barge Oil Lamp Lantern, S.M. Forte, Troy NY
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th-C. American Painted Tin Canal Barge Oil Lamp Lantern, S.M. Forte, Troy, NY, USA, Mid-19th Century  A rare 19th-century American Painted Tin Cana...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Neoclassical Alabaster Torch Sconces
Located in New York, NY
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...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Alabaster

Pair of Italian Gilt Metal and Crystal Two-Light Sconces in the Style of Bagues
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of sconces, each having a backplate of scrolling gilt metal, adorned with faceted crystal prisms, drops, and pendants; floral rosettes petals pay homage to the styles of Maison ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Metal

1920s Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell simple silver plated sconces with two lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Silver Plate

Pair French Neoclassical Crystal, Silverplated & Engraved Mirror Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of French Neoclassical Crystal, Silverplated, and Engraved Mirror Sconces  France, 1920-1940, Art Deco in period, Neoclassical in design  A stunning pair of French Neoclassical...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Silver Plate

Pair Of Gilt Bronze And Crystal Wall Sconces
Located in Norwood, NJ
Pair of French Louis XV style gilt bronze and crystal two arm wall sconces. High quality with a stylish classical feel.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

1930 Gilt Bronze Sunburst Sconces 2 Lights
Located in New York, NY
pair pf circa 1930's gilt bronze sconces with sunburst shaped backplate
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with Gilt Ditales
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated double light sconces with gilt details
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Maison Jansen Style 2 patina brass and gun metal Wall Sonces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Jansen Style 2 patina brass and gun metal Wall Sonces. Original White opaline glass shades Backplate is 3.5 diameter.
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze, Steel

Pair of French Empire Vintage Wall Applique Lights Objects Sconces, 1920s
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural pair of bronze/brass wall lights sconces. France, 1900s-1930s Lamp sockets: 1.
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Bronze

Andre Arbus Bronze Sconces Black Finish Hand Holding Light, Wall Lamp 1950 Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Andre Arbus style sconces in bronze, black finished Hand holding one light, very heavy and well done. The Pair comes with Custom made Black & Gold Paper Shade. US re...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

2 Historistic wall lamps vienna around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
2 Historistic wall lamps vienna around 1890s Brass polished and stove enameled The glass sticks are replaced ( new )
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces, 19th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of bronze dore' neoclassical style two arm wall sconces with the head of a Roman or Greek bearded god. The beautifully cast and chased head crowned wit...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

1920's Caldwell Etched Mirror Sconces with Brown Patina
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell brown patina bronze sconces with etched mirrors and two lights
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Italian Neoclassical W 1013 Sconces from Palladio
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant wall sconces from the italian manufacturer palladio from the 1960s. the set consists of four neoclassical-style wall sconces. The design imitates classic wall candlesticks. ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Laudarte SLR Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces with Marble Insets, Pair of Tania AP 2L
Located in Miami, FL
Laudarte SLR Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces with Stone Insets, Pair of Tania AP 2L Offered for sale is a pair of Ludarte SLR Tania gilt bronze wall sconces with two lights characterized ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Marble, Bronze

1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces with 2 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with two lights
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

1930 Caldwell Silver Plated One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
pair of 1920 silver plated one light sconces
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

1920's Caldwell Sconces with Etched Mirror Backplate
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with etched mirrored backplate.
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Pair of Italian Tole Pineapple Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Italian vintage tole or painted metal wall sconces having pineapples over four graceful arms with floral bobeches.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

1900’s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Engraved Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900’s Caldwell silver plated bronze sconces with unusual engraving on back plate. From Waldorf Hotel in NYC. Available in bronze and silver plated
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Pair of Vintage Handcrafted Wall-Mounted Brass Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of wall hanging lantern arch style made of solid brass, quality workmanship, bevelled glass, electrified with three 40/watt lights each lantern, beautiful patina great light exp...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair Of Painted Sheet Metal And Brass Wall Lights, 20th Century
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair Of Painted Sheet Metal And Brass Wall Lights, 20th Century
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20th Century European Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

SET of 6 French Neoclassical Bronze "Mr North Wind" Gas Converted Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Set of 6 Antique 19thc French Bronze Gas Converted Wall Sconces. Featuring Mr North Wind blowing beauty. Newly wired and ready to mount. French estate find.
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1850s French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Pair of French Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French dolphins sconces. 80w each. US wired and in working condition.
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Vintage Sconces Pair Wall Lamps Louis XVI Style, France, Mid 20th Century
Located in Bastogne, BE
Pair of vintage French wall sconces. These stunning pieces are crafted from richly gilded bronze, boasting intricate detailing reminiscent of the Louis XVI style, or perhaps the bro...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

1950s Modern Neoclassical Gilt Metal Three Candle Sconces Barcelona
Located in Miami, FL
REDUCED FROM $975....Neoclassical in style, this pair of appliques or sconces feature an antiqued gilt finish and three branch arms with curling leaves, the arms ending in upturned c...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Four E. F. Caldwell Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Sconces with Wedgwood Plaques
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
These beautiful sconces are of the finest quality, and feature Classical motifs including bowknots and acanthus leaves. They are mounted with sage green Wedgwood...
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Late 18th Century American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Fine Pair Vaughan Designs French Empire Neoclassical Bronze Urn Finial Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Vaughan Designs French Empire Neoclassical bronze Urn two Candelabra Sconces with finaial top.
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20th Century Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Three Pairs of Signed E. F. Caldwell Carved Giltwood and Iron Swan Form Sconces
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This rare set of six signed sconces (sold by the pair), are hand carved and feature Classical motifs including bellflowers, acanthus leaves, and pinecone finials. Each sconce consists of a carved giltwood swan...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Giltwood

Pair of Huges French Torchères, 4 Pairs Available
Located in Miami, FL
Rare set of 8 French torchères, 4 pairs, iron and glass flame. Perfect for an impressive decor. Sold by pair From a French Chateau in Lorraine. 1 light, 60 watt max bulb.  
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Iron

1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces with Cut Glass
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell doubler light sconces with molded glass backplate
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair Of Gilt Bronze And Crystal Louis XVI Style Wall Sconces
By Delisle Freres
Located in Norwood, NJ
Fine pair of French gilt bronze and crystal Neoclassical style wall sconces with Louis XVI influence. Crystal and bronze draped garland between three arms.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Bronze

1900 Neoclassical Caldwell Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1900 Caldwell Neoclassic style sconces with medallion atop, two lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 1920's Caldwell Diamond Shape Mirror Small Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920 small Caldwell silver plated diamond shape sconces with mirrored backplate
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Pair of Plaster Hand & Torch Sconces by Sirmos Style of Jean-Michel Frank 1970s
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Plaster Hand & Torch Sconces by Sirmos Style of Jean-Michel Frank 1970s Pair or set of rare faux painted plaster hand and torch sconces, ...
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Plaster

1930's Gilt Bronze Sunburst Sconces with Two Lights - Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair pf circa 1930's gilt bronze sconces with sunburst shaped backplate
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

1920's Caldwell Mirrored Backplate Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with etched mirrors and two lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

1900's Caldwell Etched Mirror 2 Lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell etched mirrored sconces with two silver plated arms for lights. Available 2 pairs
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Vintage Sconces in Gilt Brass Ribbon & Torch Twin Branch Wall Lights, France
Located in Bastogne, BE
Vintage Paired wall sconces in beautiful gilt brass from the French manufacturer, 1950s. These two arm brass candlestick wall sconces feature ornate beaded, foliate designs and ribb...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of Maison Jansen two Patina Retractable Sconces 3 pairs available
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Maison Jansen retractable sconces, US rewired and in working condition Measures: Back plate 2.3/8" diameter Projection max 15", mini 9" 15" W max, 6" W mini. 3 pairs a...
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Bronze

Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and rattan wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.25” H x 14.25” W x 7.5” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 8.75” H x ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical wall lights and sconces for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical wall lights and sconces for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage wall lights and sconces created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, mirrors, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical wall lights and sconces made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall lights and sconces, popular names associated with this style include Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Workstead, Maison Lancel, and Maison Baguès. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for wall lights and sconces differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $279 and tops out at $80,522 while the average work can sell for $3,650.

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