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
1920's English Silver Plated Cherub Sconces with 2 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's English silver plated bronze cherub shape sconces
Category
1920s English Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Two Arm Brass E. F. Caldwell Sconces with a Fruit and Foliate Motif, Circa 1910s
Located in New York, NY
AIS2699
A pair of double light sconces in their original aged brass finish, having openwork backplates detailed with fruit and foliate motifs arounds a central gadrooned cartouche. A...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century, Wall Lights / Sconces Blue Glass Drops
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A set of four electrified wall lights. With Murano style glass drops and strings of glass beads. The fixture is made of brass. Each lamp has one fitting for an E14 lightbulb. Made in...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Antique Italian Neoclassic Painted Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking pair of Italian wall sconces crafted in wood in classic form decorated with gilt floral designs over an alluring red background with three metal arms having gilt acanthus le...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
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
1900’s Caldwell Silver Plated 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
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$8,800 / set
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!
Category
1890s French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$2,580 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1920s Neoclassic Style Caldwell Mirrored Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell neoclassic style sconces with edged mirrored back plate
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$3,800 / item
Pair of Neoclassical Bronze and Crystal Sconces
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine pair of early 19th century patinated and gilt bronze and crystal wall lights, having flower head finial over a series of branches with drops and two tiers of swag draped arms, h...
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
$4,500 / set
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
$9,800 / set
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double light sconces
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$5,800 / set
1920s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with double arms
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$4,400 / set
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
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 Large Antique Giltwood Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of large antique giltwood sconces.
Stunning pair of giltwood and gilt iron two-light candle sconces, circa 1920. These gorgeous Continen...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
$2,650 / set
Laudarte S.r.l. Gilt Bronze Marble, Malachite Wall Sconces, Pair Unused
By Laudarte Srl
Located in Miami, FL
Laudarte S.r.l. Gilt Bronze, Black Marble and Malachite Two-Arm Wall Sconces, PR
Offered for sale is a pair of Italian gilt bronze, black marble and malachite two-arm wall sconces d...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Malachite, Marble, Bronze
$2,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1920s Silver Plated Sconces with cherubs
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Silver Plated Sconces with cherubs design and two lights
Category
1920s Unknown Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
$4,200 / set
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
Pair of Jacques Adnet Style French Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French Brass sconces in the Style of Jacques Adnet .
US rewired and in working condition.
2 lights, 60 watts max bulb.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$2,950 / set
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 Italian Neoclassic Gilt Wood Cornucopia Wall Sconces
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Neo-Classic-Style (19th Century) gilt wood 2 arm wall sconces carved with a cornucopia and floral motif. (PRICED AS Pair)
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of Large Italian Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Two-Light Wall Sconces
Located in New York, NY
This pair of very large wall sconces was made in Italy in the mid-20th century in the neoclassical style, using carved wood with a gilt finish. The design is based on 18th-century mo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian 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
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
$1,650 / set
1900's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Engraved Sconces with 2 lights
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1900's Caldwell gilt bronze engraved sconces with 2 lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique 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.
Category
1890s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
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
Large French Bronze 2 Lights Sconce, circa 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Large French bronze 2 lights sconce, circa 1950s
40 watts max bulb,
Nice warm bronze patina.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, 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
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Caldwell Sconces With Rams Heads
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with Rams Heads and two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$3,800 / set
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double light sconces
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$3,800 / set
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 Large Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with thee lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s large Caldwell silver plated sconces with 3 lights unusual size
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Pair of Louis the 16th Style Bronze Wall Lights with Ribbons, French, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of Louis the 16th style wall sconces is made of bronze. These wall lights are very decorative, they have a large noddle on top with twisted ribbons going from top to bottom...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$1,289 Sale Price / set
30% Off
1920's Large Caldwell 5 Lights Sconces with Acanthus Leaves
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's large Caldwell 5 lights bronze sconces with acanthus leaves
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
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
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
Pair of Maison Sabino and Cristallerie de Sevres Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional French pair of sconces designed by Maison Sabino and original "Cristallerie de Sevres" frozen glass shades in perfect condition.
3 arms, 3 bulbs/ shades.
Measures: Back...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
Pair of French Victorian Bronze Filigree Wall Sconces
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Victorian (19th Cent) bronze 4 light wall lights with heads and scroll arms with filigree design.
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
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
1920s Neoclassical Four Light Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1920’s neoclassic style gilt bronze four lights sconces with rock crystals and crystals hangings
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, 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
$7,800 / set
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
$5,800 / set
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
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell double light sconces with scrolled arms
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$4,400 / set
1920's Caldwell Sconces with Scrolled Arms
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell double light gilt bronze sconces with scrolled arms design
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$4,800 / set
1920s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
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
1920's Caldwell Neoclassic Silver Plated Sconces with Grapes
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell neoclassic style silver plated engraved sconces with two lights. Grapes on shield design
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1900s Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1900 silver plated Caldwell sconces with two lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
$4,800 / set
1920's Gilt Bronze Sconces with Acanthus Leaves
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1920's gilt bronze two lights sconces with acanthus leaves design
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
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
1920's Caldwell Engraved Silver Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with neoclassical design
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
$4,400 / set
1920's Caldwell Neoclassic Silver Plated Sconces with 3 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated three lights sconces with cherubs atop.
Category
1910s American Vintage 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
$5,800 / set
1920s Caldwell Large Sunburst Crystal Sconces with Three Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell three lights sconces with sunburst crystal shape backplate
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
1920s Silver Plated Small Sconces With Cherubs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell small sconces with cherubs on backplate and two arms
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silvered plated sconces
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$4,400 / 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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