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Michael Faraday Sconces

About the Item

Rare pair of spectacular Victorian wall scones with hanging crystals. Designed with three silver plate arms connected by swags of hanging crystals. Cut-glass center spear topped by a cascading “fountain” of silver and crystal. Named after British scientist Michael Faraday famous for his studies on the interaction between light and magnetism and the chemical history of a candle.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Rewired: These sconces have been electrified. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ALSKL61971stDibs: U1006218438496
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