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.
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Style: Neoclassical
1900's Caldwell Mirrored Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Antique a pair of circa 1910's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with mirrored backplate
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1900's Caldwell Silver Plated One light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Caldwell silver plated one light sconces
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1900's Caldwell Bronze Cherub and Dolphins Single Sconce with 4 lights
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900’s Caldwell gilt bronze single sconce with cherub on a dolphin holding 3 lights on shells and one light on top shell. Large size and impressive details.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1940's English Neoclassic Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1940's English neoclassic style gilt bronze sconces.
Category
1940s English Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Large Gilt Bronze and Polychrome Wall Sconces by Sterling Bronze Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
An impressive pair of Large Three Arm Gilt Bronze Sconces with Crystal Bobeches. Backplate features a gilt bronze basket with a variety of polychrome fruit. Scones were originally di...
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920’s Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell sconces silver plated finish
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1900's Caldwell Neoclassic Gilt Bronze and Mirror Sconces 3 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large 1900's neoclassic style gilt bronze Caldwell sconces with beveled mirror backplate, 3 lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Leaves Design Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Unusual back plate Caldwell silver plated sconces, perfect condition
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 1940's Gilt Bronze Engraved Sconces with 3 lights
Located in New York, NY
Pair 1940’s gilt bronze 3 lights sconces
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920s Caldwell Neoclassic Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1920’s neoclassic style Caldwell sconces with rams head design
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920s Caldwell Silver Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1900's Caldwell Silver Plated Cherub Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900s Caldwell Neoclassical silver plated sconces with cherub atop, two lights. Available matching chandelier
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920s Caldwell Silver Plated Ornament Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with ornament on body
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Cherubs Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated sconces with cherubs and unusual scrolled arms
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920s Caldwell Bronze Brown Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell sconces with brown patina.
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1900's Neoclassical Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair 1900's Caldwell bronze sconces with four lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1900s Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces with three lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900 Caldwell silver plated sconces with 3 arms
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1900s Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with two lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920’s Caldwell silver plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920s Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Magnificent E. F. Caldwell & Co Gilt Bronze Two Arm 6-Light Wall Sconce
Located in Atlanta, GA
Magnificent E. F. Caldwell & Co Gilt Bronze Two Arm 6-Light Wall Sconce.
E. F. Caldwell & Co. was a prominent American lighting and metalwork company that operated during the late 1...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920's Etched Mirror Sconces with 2 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's gilt bronze sconces with etched mirrored backplate
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920s Neoclassical Silver Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s neoclassic style silver plated sconces with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Silver Plate
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces neoclassical style with three lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, 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
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920's Gilt and Brown Patinated Bronze Sconces with 3 Lights
Located in New York, NY
a pair of circa 1920's Caldwell double light sconces with cherubs atop.
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920's Caldwell Mirror With Etched Flowers Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's mirrored sconces with flowers design and two arms for lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1900s Large Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell large sconces with 2 lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Workstead Helios ADA Sconce in Hewn Brass
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
A fixed, wall-mounted version of our classic Helios table lamp, this ADA compliant fixture is a sculptural object d’art. This sconce celebrates the celestial while maintaining a mini...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel, Bronze, Brass
Workstead Orbit ADA Sconce in Hand Finished Bronze
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
A fixed version of our classic Orbit Sconce, this ADA compliant fixture is perfectly proportioned for any space where a minimal profile is desired. A mo...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel, Bronze, Brass
Workstead Orbit ADA Sconce in Hewn Brass
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
A fixed version of our classic Orbit Sconce, this ADA compliant fixture is perfectly proportioned for any space where a minimal profile is desired. A modern take on an early American...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel, Bronze, Brass
1900's Caldwell Lion Head Three lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Circa a 1900's Caldwell bronze sconces with lion head and three lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Four Antique Gilt Bronze Fifteen-Light Wall Sconces
Located in London, GB
These gilt bronze (ormolu) wall sconces are magnificent pieces, each holding fifteen lights. The sconces will look beautiful either mounted onto the wall in a line, or paired and pla...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Pair Of Chapman Lighting Brass Neoclassical Style Wall-Mounted Lights
Located in Toronto, ON
This impressive and important pair of solid brass wall lights can be wired for direct installation to the lighting box. Other examples include a long brass stem designed to hide the ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair Vintage Italian Neoclassical Giltwood Gilt Metal Girandole Mirrored Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair vintage Italian neoclassical giltwood and gilt metal girandole wall lights with oval mirrors and two lights.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood, Boxwood
A pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu, Wedgwood sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu, Wedgwood porcelain and crystal sconces. Each three arm sconce displays a bottom reserve with draped foliate garlands ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Ormolu
Fine Pair Vaughan Designs French Empire Neoclassical Bronze Urn Finial Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
Fine Pair Of Vaughan Designs French Empire Neoclassical Bronze Finial Single Candelabra Light Sconces
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Large Architectural Brass Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of wall lantern or wall sconces, made of solid brass , beautiful patina, beveled glass , four 60/watt lights each lantern,
Suitable for wet ...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Copper
Pair of Double Arm Gilt Bronze Vintage Neoclassical Sconces
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage pair of double arm gilt bronze neoclassical wall sconces. The center stem is tapered with a ball finial at top and bottom and a textured finish to the center. The arms are ...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1970s Neo-Classical Style Solid Brass Wall Sconces by Chapman, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are striking! It is a pair of solid brass Neo-classical style wall sconces by Chapman. They are in very good condition and in working order. They do have an interior switch and...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
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.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Workstead Orbit Sconce in Hand Finished Bronze
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
The Orbit sconce is a modern interpretation of an early American candle form with a reflective spun brass disc rotating 320 degrees, the sconce can act ...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel, Bronze, Brass
19th Century Giltwood and Painted Candle Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian poly-chrome and giltwood scones. Not electrified, but could be easily. Back plate is slightly curved.
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood, Paint
Pair of Italian Cold Painted Tin & Iron Figurative Monkey Wall Sconces, 20th C
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of Italian cold painted tin and iron figurative dancing monkey wall sconces with flanking decorative palm trees, two scrolled foliage candle a...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron, Tin
Pair of Brass & Alabaster Wall Sconces in the Neoclassical Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of cast brass and alabaster wall sconces.
The sconces have a wonderful shape, they are very unique and well made.
Manufactured on 2002.
Category
Early 2000s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
Hieroglyph Pendant XII
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
HIEROGLYPH PENDANT XII expands into a thicket of wooden canisters casting light in all directions. The physicality of both the density and luminosit...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
Mid-20th Cent. Neoclassical Cut Brass & Crystal Wedding Cake Wall Lights 'Pair'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of neoclassical, handmade, 3-tiered, wedding cake style wall sconces with a cut and hammered brass structure and dangling octagon and icicle-drop crystals. They cast brilliant...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of French 1960s 2 Patina Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 Pairs Available
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional suite of 6 French bronze 2 patina wall Sconces in the style of Maison Jansen, circa 1960.
Priced by pair.
US rewired, one socket, 60 watts max or LED .
Backplate dimen...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
19th Century French Neoclassical Style Pair of Ormolu Gilt D'appliques, C.1870
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century French pair of ormolu wall mounted bronze d'appliques figural wall lights. This pair of lights applied with a beautifully model...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Large Three Arm Neoclassical Cast Brass or Bronze Wall Sconce, circa 1920/1930s
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular cast brass, or bronze, three arm wall appliqué, probably from a bank, public building, or other commercial building. The sconce is in exception...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large Brass and Copper Architectural Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of wall lantern or wall sconces, made of solid copper and brass ,beautiful patina , decorative top and bottom , one 60/watt lights each lantern,
Suitable for wet locations, UL ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Copper
19th Century French Egyptian Revival Part Ormolu D'appliques Wall Lights, c 1830
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century French neoclassical pair of ormolu bronze d'appliques wall lights in an Egyptian revival style. These have been part gilt to enhance the detailed figures, each w...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Italian Bronze Pair Cherub Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian bronze cherub sconces.
Category
1920s Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Maison Charles Pineapple Bronze Sconces Wall Lamps Neoclassical France, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Signed Maison Charles pineapple bronze sconces, US rewired an in working condition 2 bulb 60 watts Max.
Measures: Back-plate: 5 inches H, 4 inches W (...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
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...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1900s French Silvered Bronze Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully detailed silvered bronze sconces with nice lion's head detail.
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver, Bronze
Workstead Pendolo Sconce Large
By Workstead
Located in Hudson, NY
The Pendolo Sconce is composed of a directional fabric cone, radiating a subtle cast of light into a space - and a focused beam of light - in a myriad o...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel, Brass, Bronze
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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