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
19th Century Neoclassical Style Bronze Lion Sconce
Located in Houston, TX
Large scale 19th century neoclassical style four light wall sconce. This 34" wide solid bronze sconce features a monumental lion's head gripping four a...
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Sconces by Lunel , 4 Pairs available
By Maison Lunel
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of neoclassical Maison Lunel French wall sconces with original white opaline shade, circa 1950s.
Projection to the wall :6"
Maximum wattage : 40 watt per bulb.
US wired and in w...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1900 Caldwell Neoclassic Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Great pair of Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with neoclassic design.Original finish and patina.
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$8,800 / set
1920s Mirror Sconces with Bronze Fittings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1920’s mirrored back plate sconces with bronze fittings with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$4,400 / set
1900 Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1900’s Caldwell neoclassic style silver plated sconces
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$6,800 / set
Pair of Bronze Classical Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of brass sconces, each having backplate with classical motifs, including anthemia, rosettes, urn, centered with mask, three scrolling candlearms. Not electrified.
Stock ID: D6611
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$2,450 / set
Neo-Classical Style Carved Wood Sconces W/ Urns & Draping Laurel Garland -Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a large scale neo-classical style carved wood sconces attributed to Hendrix Allardyce. The wiring and candle covers are new and in working order. Note the lovely gilt urns wi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
1920's Caldwell Bronze Patineted Black Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's dark black patinated bronze sconces with two lights
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$3,800 / set
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...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair Of 19th C. Giltwood Mirrored Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of giltwood sconces, in classical form, each surmounted by carved fluted flower-filled urn draped with swags, shield shaped mirror plate, two candlearms; not electrified.
Stock...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Mirror, Wood
$4,800 / item
Pair c1790 Russian Imperial Silverplate Silver Plated w/ Crystal Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Very Rare Pair of c1790-1800 Russian Imperial Silver Plated Bronze Wall Sconces. Crystal adorned [original] Imperial eagles. There is a small part missing on one sconce. Not detracta...
Category
1790s Russian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
$2,840 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Large Pair of Gilt Bronze E.F. Caldwell Two-Light Ribbon Tassel Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large pair of gilt bronze E.F. Caldwell style two-light ribbon Tassel sconces.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Italian Neo-Classic '19th-20th Century' Wall Sconces
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Neo-classic (19th-20th century) beige and peach painted & carved wood barometer-shaped wall sconces with 3 patinated brass arms a...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1920's Neoclassic Caldwell Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell neoclassic style 2 lights bronze sconces with etched mirror backplate
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$3,800 / set
Pair, Arlus Style Neoclassical Hand Nickel & Round Opaline Glass Sconces France
By Arlus
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French neoclassical polished Nickel wall sconces figuring a hand holding a globe.
Each takes one light bulb with max. 60 watts.
U...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel
Large Neoclassical Gilt Wooden Eagle Sconce
By Palladio
Located in Redding, CT
Large Neoclassical Gilt Wooden Eagle Sconce. This is a two candled wall sconce and is not electrified. Use with candles only. Romantic and charming for any formal room . Small loss on right eagle wing.
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Large E.F. Caldwell Silvered Metal 3-Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of very large and finest quality E.F. Caldwell silvered metal 3-light sconces.
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair c1913 E.F. Caldwell Neoclassic Bronze & Silverplate Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair of Documented c1913 Bronze/ Silverplate Neoclassical Wall Sconces by E.F. Caldwell. Please look closely at the pictures the detail is amazing! I purchased these directly from an...
Category
1910s North American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$2,840 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Extra Large 7-Arm Sconce done in gilt metal, featuring acanthus leaf by Palladio
By Palladio
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a spectacular extra large 7-arm sconce done in gilt metal. This huge Wall Sconce was manufactured by Palladio, and it is featuring acanthus leaf as a ma...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Glamorous Pair of Black and Gold Italian Neoclassical Sconces
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful pair of carved ebonized wood sconces having neoclassical style gilded decoration.
Note: A slightly different set of sconces is also listed to make a set of 4.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated one light sconces.
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$3,200 / set
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Scrolled Arms Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's silver-plated Caldwell double light sconces with scrolled arms. selling as a pair
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Silver Plate
Maison Tisserand Art & Styles Paris Pair of adjustable Bronze Sconces
By Tisserant
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Bronze retractable Sconces made by the famous Maison Tisserand ( signed in the back )
US rewired and in working condition, dimmer on each socket. 100 watts bulb max or LED .
...
Category
1970s French 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...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of French Carved and Painted Wood Sconces in Classical Style, circa 1950
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Beautiful pair of large two light sconces in iron and wood carved with classical motifs such as the ostrich plume finial, gilded and painted in pastel tones.
Made in France, circa ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
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
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Set of Three Metal Sconces in the Neoclassical Style
Located in London, GB
Set of three metal sconces in the neoclassical style
French, 20th Century
Height 52cm, width 23cm, depth 15cm
Each sconce in this set of three is crafted from warmly patinated metal in the Neoclassical style. Each sconce features a shaft-form backplate moulded with fluting, topped with an urn-form finial, and set below with a foliate drop finial. The backplate of each issues two scrolling light...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
1920s Small Gilt Bronze Caldwell Sconces with two lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1920’s small Caldwell engraved sconces with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
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
Pair Of Signed Fine French Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Style Wall Sconces
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Exceptional Pair of fine electrified French Neoclassical style gilt bronze wall sconces with two well cast and ornate arms emitting from a central intricately chased bust with folia...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Neoclassical Style Bronze Three Arm Wall Sconce Lights, circa 1900
Located in Banner Elk, NC
A pair of Neoclassical style bronze three arm wall sconce lights having central flamed finials flanked by rooster heads, French, circa 1910.
Dimensions: Ht: 26" Wd: 10.5" Dpth: 6.5"
Category
1910s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
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
1920's Neoclassic Caldwell Gilt Bronze sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's gilt bronze sconces with neoclassic design and two lights
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$3,800 / set
Pair of 1900s Caldwell Gold Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900’s Caldwell gold plated sconces with cherubs and two lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Gold, Bronze
$9,800 / set
Cast brass two arm sconces with foliate details by E. F. Caldwell Co. Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
AIS2576
A pair of two arm sconces with very finely chased foliate details. Having slender backplates topped with a bouquet of flowers. In their original age-darkened brass finish by ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair 1950's Neoclassical Gilt Metal Detailed Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Stunning French Neoclassical style Gil Metal Highly Detailed Wall Sconces. Very nice quality of this pair of French Wall Sconces.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$1,500 Sale Price
20% Off
1960’s Neoclassical Nickel plated French Sconces, 2 pair available
Located in Miami, FL
1960’s Neoclassical Nickel plated French Sconces, 2 pair available
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Fine Set Four French Dore Bronze Regency Neoclassical Empire Torchiere Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful set of four French dore bronze regency, neoclassical, Empire style torchiere two candelabra light sconces
In The Manner Of Françoi...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$2,850 Sale Price / item
21% Off
Pair of French Maison Bagues Bronze Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of high quality bronze French sconces by maison Bagues.
US rewired and in working condition.
2 lights , 60 watts max bulb.
2 pairs available.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$3,250 / set
Fine French Neoclassical Regency Bronze Empire Two Arm Swag Urn Two Arm Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A fine French neoclassical / Regency bronze Empire two arm swag urn two arm sconces,
We are happy to have the sconces wired for you if required.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
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.
Category
20th Century 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
19th century Caldwell Neoclassic Gilt Bronze Sconces Single Light
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 19th century Caldwell gilt bronze neoclassic design one light sconces with comedy's faces. Unusual and impressive design
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique 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...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920's Caldwell Gild Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair circa 1920's Caldwell gild bronze sconces with double lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$6,800 / item
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
Silver Plate, Bronze
$3,800 / set
1920’s Caldwell Bronze Sconces with Scrolled Arms
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell double light sconces with scrolled arms
Category
1920s North American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1900 Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces 1 Light
Located in New York, NY
pair of Caldwell silver plated one light sconces
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
$3,400 / set
1900's Caldwell Large Bronze 3 Lights Sconces with Crystal Leaves and Urn
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's large Caldwell sconces with 3 lights, glass leaves and crystal urn body on top
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
1920’s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces with Hazelnuts
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with hazelnuts and acorns design
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces with Lions Shield
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double light sconces with lions
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Maison Baguès 2 Arm Bronze Sconces Wall Lights French Neoclassical 1950, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of large Maison Baguès style sconces, wall lights in 2 patina bronze.
2 Lights, 40 watts max bulb per light
In working condition and each Sconce takes 2, 60 watts Cand...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Palatial Set of Four French 19thCentury Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze Wall-Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Palatial Set of Four French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Neoclassical Gilt-Bronze Three-Light Wall Lights (Sconces). The tall elongated ormolu sconces with a back plate in the...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
$28,950 Sale Price / set
34% Off
Pair, French Polished & Scrolled Steel 1 Light Sconces, Wall Lamps Neoclassical
Located in Miami, FL
Polished & Scrolled steel neoclassical sconces, Wall Lamps with 1 Light and come from France.
The sconces are rewired for the US and each takes one-light bulb max. 40 watts.
Projec...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
1920's Caldwell Neoclassic Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze neoclassic style sconces with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$4,800 / set
1920 Caldwell Silver Plated 3 Lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated 3 lights sconces
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$3,800 / set
Pair of Gold Gilt Scroll Arm Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of gilt metal wall sconces rosette back plates with green and clear crystals. Featuring new wiring.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Metal
1920s Large Caldwell Neoclassical Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell neoclassic style large sconces with cherubs and mermaids on design and two arms for 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 simple silver plated sconces with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
$3,800 / set
1900's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with double lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$5,800 / set
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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