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
Pair Italian Iron and Gilt Wall Lights 18th C 5800.00
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Italian (18th Century) Iron and Gilt Wall Lights (PRICED AS PAIR)
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Pair of French Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Sconces Having Classical Masks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of French Neoclassical style gilt bronze sconces having classical masks. 19th C.
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Italian Neoclassic Style Bronze Dore Filigree Wall Sconces
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Italian Neoclassic-style (19/20th Century) bronze and dore wall sconces with two arms, filigree edges, and oval relief center panels. (PRICED AS PAIR)
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 1920's Caldwell Small Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell small gilt bronze double light sconces. Original finish
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920’s Small Silver Plated and Etched Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated and etched mirror backplate sconces with two lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical Arrow Sconces
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of Hollywood Regency painted metal three light sconces in the form of a quiver holding arrows with gold ends. Most likely French, 1940s or 1950s.
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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
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
1920’s Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell sconces silver plated finish
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1900's Caldwell Mirrored Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Antique a pair of circa 1910's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with mirrored backplate
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 1920's Caldwell Silver Plated 3 Lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell 3 lights sconces with grapes and acorns desing on backplate
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Bronze Two-Arm Sconce
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Stunning pair of early 20th century Neoclassical bronze two-arm sconces showcasing a Greek goddess centerpiece.
From the Savoy-Plaza Hotel, 1927-1965, NYC.
Priced per piece.
Avai...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1920’s Caldwell Brown patina Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s brown patina Caldwell double light sconces
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair Italian Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Two-Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of antique Italian carved giltwood wall lights in the neoclassicals style.
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
Pair of Exceptional Ram's Head Maison Charles Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of sconces. Featuring a ram's head on a disk. Two patinas gun metal and bronze, circa 1950s.
3 sconces available, priced for one pair.
Two bulbs, 80 W or each.
US wired and i...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
1900s Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1900 silver plated Caldwell sconces with two lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Wonderful Pair E.F. Caldwell Silvered Bronze Neoclassical 2-Light Wall Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of stamped E.F. Caldwell silvered bronze neoclassical 2-light sconces
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20th Century Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair E.F. Caldwell Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Three-Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of neoclassical gilt bronze three-light sconces from Edward F. Caldwell, circa 1900s, featuring female caryatids with headdress of fruit in the Greek style.
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1890s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair 19thc French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces attrib. Maison Bagues
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 19thc French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces attibuted to Maison Bagues. Highly detailed. Original unelectrified state. Gorgeous lighting!
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Bronze Wall Lamps, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Elegant mid-century bronze wall lamps with frosted glass.
The lamps emit a soft light.
Tested and ready for use with a regular e14 lamp.
1960...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Gilt Bronze Two-Light Sconces with Scallop Shell Motif
Located in New York, NY
Pair of gilt bronze wall lights in the Louis XV style with scallop shell form and two candelabra-size sockets. Ready for use.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Rare Set 4 Caldwell Neoclassical Silvered Bronze Three-Arm Bow Nickel Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
Rare To Have A Set Of 4 Caldwell silvered bronze three-arm sconces, with new wiring and sockets.
Measure: 16" H x 6 1/2" D x 12 1/2" W
Available at $2650. Per pair
2 Pairs Available
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of italian brass and opaline wall lamps, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Very charming pair of brass, crystal and opaline wall sconces made in Italy.
Good condition
Work with regular E14 light bulbs.
1960s - Italy
Dimension:
Height: 48cm/18.89"
Width...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Plaster Hand & Torch Sconces by Sirmos Style of Jean-Michel Frank 1970s
By Sirmos
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
Materials
Plaster
Pair of French Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal Wall Lights or Sconces Neoclassical
Located in Rome, IT
Magnificent pair of French gilded bronze seven branch wall lights with rock crystal drops.
Seven scrolled finely chiseled arms on two levels.
Available three pairs.
Provenance fro...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Rock Crystal, Bronze
Italian Neoclassic Gilt Wall Sconces
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian neoclassic 18th century gilt wall sconces with 10 (3-tier) scroll form arms with acanthus leaf carving emanating from a carved wall bracket.
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
Pair of Maison Lancel Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of brass 2-tone Maison Lancel sconce.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Large Pair of French Giltwood Wall Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
A large pair of French neoclassical style five arm giltwood sconces - wall lights. These large impressive sconces are currently wired and the height is to the top of the candles.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of Early 19th Century Continental Neoclassical Giltwood Sconce Mirrors
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of early 19th century continental sconce mirrors with original early glass and original gilding. Two arm sconces for candles. Great size and wo...
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Early 19th Century Danish Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Mirror, Beech, Giltwood
Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Putto Wall Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and charming pair of French 19th century neoclassical style figural gilt-bronze five-light wall sconces. Each wall light depicting a putto with his torso leaning forward ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Neoclassical Style Painted Tole, Wood and Mirror Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A Fine and important pair of 19th century Italian neoclassical style six-arm wall sconces. Composed of a decorative cascading top, over worn, well patinated gilded metal acanthus lea...
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1890s Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Mirror
Wonderful Pair E. F. Caldwell Neoclassical Bronze Urn Touchier Two-Arm Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of E. F. Caldwell style neoclassical bronze urn flame touchier ram's head two-arm sconces
Rewired and comes with mounting hardware, ready for installation.
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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Fine Pair French Doré Bronze Neoclassical Rams Head Linke Filigree Swag Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large pair of beautifully etched doré bronze two-arm sconces with filigree draping and swags with fluting detail and decor around the bobeches and a ram's head center med...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Wonderful French Petite Bronze Single Light Torchiere Filigree Oval Back Sconce
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French style, antique patina bronze single candelabra light torchiere form with filigree and oval back plate neoclassical single sconce. UL certified wired and ready to i...
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20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Crystal Medallion Back Sconces
Located in Charleston, SC
A pair of 19th century Italian neoclassical bronze doré and crystal sconces, circa 1830, each featuring three candle arms and beaded crystal medallion back. The pair have recently be...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Neoclassical Gilt Bronze 2-Arm Spiral Sconces 'Pair'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A gorgeously proportioned pair of neoclassical, gilded bronze 2-arm sconces; with acanthus leaf, acorn, swirl, and rosette detailing. Late Belle Époque style, France. Early 1900s. Me...
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Early 1900s European Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Wonderful Pair of Caldwell Bronze Patinated Regency Neoclassical Empire Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful pair of Caldwell bronze patinated two-tone classical French style Regency, neoclassical, Empire two-light sconces completely rewired with new candelabra sockets.
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Set of Six French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Three-Arm Ormolu Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning high quality complete set of six French 19th century Neo-Classical st. three arm ormolu sconces. Each sconce in centered by a striking pierced palmette backplate from wher...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ormolu
Fine Pair French Dore Bronze Neoclassical Rams Head Linke Filigree Swag Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Large pair of beautifully etched doré bronze two-arm sconces with filigree draping and swags with fluting detail and decor around the bobeches and a ram's head center med...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Florentine Italian Sconces Carved Giltwood Neoclassical
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Florentine five-light elaborate sconces. Original Handcrafted in wood and covered in Gold Leaf finish.
In working condition, European Wiring and each take 5 E14 candelabra li...
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Late 18th Century Set of Four Italian Baroque Silvered Giltwood and Tole Sconces
Located in Charleston, SC
A Set of four late 18th century Italian Baroque sconces, circa 1790, with silvered giltwood cartouche bases and three patinated brass and tole candle arms. The Baroque tole arms where made to left off the sconces to be carried to other rooms. The sconces have recently been cleaned and rewired with new porcelain sockets. The Italian silver gilt has some gold gilt tones through out the finish.
Additionally, there are four matching sconces...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Leaf, Tôle, Brass
Wonderful Pair Caldwell Two-Arm Brass Bronze Wreath Neoclassical Regency Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Handsome Pair Of Stamped E.F. Caldwell Two-Arm Brass / Bronze Wreath Urn Top Neoclassical, Regency Wall Sconces, Rewired With Up To 60 Watt Edison Bulb...
Category
1940s Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Wonderful Pair French Neoclassical Empire Patina Gilt Bronze Filigree Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of French Neoclassical Empire Patinated & Gilt Bronze Filigree Center Two Arm Sconces Completely Rewired With New Candelabra Sock...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Beautiful Neoclassical Set Six French Bronze Crystal Caldwell Starburst Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful neoclassical French bronze and crystal set of Six sconces in the manner of Caldwell with two arms that are adjustable and a center starburst with crystal spears.
Rewired...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Pair of Midcentury Brass and Crystal Neoclassical Girandoles or Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of midcentury brass and crystal neoclassical girandoles or sconces features timeless styling, and intricate detail with solid brass quality enhanced by faceted crystals that pla...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of French 4-Light Lyre Brass Sconces with Amber Crystals, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of 19th century French 4-light lyre brass scones with amber and clear crystals.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Bronze Two-Light Neoclassical Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
A pair of bronze two-light neoclassical wall sconces.
available an other pair with red decoration.
Measurements: cm 48 x 22.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
19/7050 Pair of Wall Lights with Parakeet Placed on a Sheath, Maison Bagués
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of golden iron sconces decorated with crystal or glass with parakeet decor placed on a sheath
Circa 1950/70
used condition
Measures; width: 31 cm
Height without bulb: 63 cm
...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Pair of Italian Giltwood Sconces
Located in Pembroke, MA
Pair of large Italian giltwood sconces in neoclassical style, with crossed flags, bows and arrows, animals and laurel leaves among other detail...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of French, 19th Century Giltwood Mirrored Back Wall Sconces
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of 19th century giltwood mirrored back wall sconces. A finely gilt pair of two-arm carved gilt wall sconces. These very decorative pair o...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Pair Neoclassical Style Wall Sconces Bronze Three Arm Light with Fairy Figures
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of neoclassical style bronze girandole wall sconces, the fine bronze frame with mirror back and three arms decorated with figurine woman.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920s Silver Plate Sconces With Etched Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s silver plated Caldwell sconces with edged mirrored backplate.
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1900's Neoclassical Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair 1900's Caldwell bronze sconces with four lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
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
Materials
Metal
1910 American Federal style sconces
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1910's American style bronze one light sconces with arrows and stars in design. Unusual arm shape
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Neo- Classical Style Cast Brass Magnifying Glass Sconces, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of mid-century cast brass magnifying glass sconces. They are not electrified and are unmarked. They are in very good condition.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of 19th Century French Dore Bronze Sconces
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Pair of 19th Century French Dore Bronze Sconces. Wonderful Filigree work. Beautiful pair purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Magnificent Pair of Italian Neoclassical Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Italy, 1930s
A magnificent pair of two-branch neoclassical bronze sconces.
Rewired for use in the U.S.
Dimensions: 34 H x 21 W x 14 projection.
Priced and sold as a pair
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Two Louis XVI Style Carved Giltwood Wall Sconces
Located in London, GB
These beautiful giltwood wall lights are designed in the style of decorative art produced in the Louis XVI period (1774-1793). This period saw the emergence of the neoclassical style...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood
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.