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French Pair of Gilded Empire Antique Wall Lights
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French Pair of Gilded Empire Antique Wall Lights

1920 - 1940
Sold 13 September 2024 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A French pair of gilded brass twin arm antique wall lights, the leaf clad scrolling arms with leaf reeded trumpet millgrain bobeche drip pans, issuing from a tapering reeded arrow sheath backplate with feather finial. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our wall lights come with aged brass screws or brackets for fixing and spare bulbs.

Dimensions: H: 13"/33cm W: 10"/25cm D: 4.5"/11cm

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05155

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated these Gilded Empire Wall Lights to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1069770
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05155
Dealers Notes

We specialise in selling antique chandeliers, antique lighting, French mirrors, antique gilt furniture and unusual decorative items. The business was founded in 1999 by David & Jean O'Keeffe. The shop is based in Chester but supplies clients throughout the UK and abroad.

We deliver our products to the UK, Europe and worldwide using our own professional door-to-door courier service and also a large trusted international courier company. Please call us on 01244 311279 or contact us and we will provide you with delivery information and an individual delivery quote if necessary.

Description
A French pair of gilded brass twin arm antique wall lights, the leaf clad scrolling arms with leaf reeded trumpet millgrain bobeche drip pans, issuing from a tapering reeded arrow sheath backplate with feather finial. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our wall lights come with aged brass screws or brackets for fixing and spare bulbs.

Dimensions: H: 13"/33cm W: 10"/25cm D: 4.5"/11cm

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05155

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated these Gilded Empire Wall Lights to the 1930s.

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1069770
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05155
O'Keeffe Antiques
O'Keeffe Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Specialists in retail of antique lighting.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the O'Keeffe Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A pair of matching French Empire style wall sconces featuring dual candle-style lamps and ornate gilded metalwork. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of matching French Empire style wall sconces featuring dual candle-style lamps and ornate gilded metalwork. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Pair of Gilded Empire Antique Wall Lights

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O'Keeffe Antiques

O'Keeffe Antiques
Telephone 01244 311 279 or 07974 277 980
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2 Christleton Road
Boughton
Chester
CH3 5UG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/okeeffe
Verified Since Jan 2010
Items For Sale 314
Items Sold 5,702
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A pair of matching French Empire style wall sconces featuring dual candle-style lamps and ornate gilded metalwork.
French Pair Of Gilded Empire Antique Wall Lights
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A pair of matching French Empire style wall sconces featuring dual candle-style lamps and ornate gilded metalwork.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWall Sconces
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleEmpire
  • MaterialGilded Brass, Bronze
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsAcanthus leaf details, Scythe arms, Beaded drip pans
  • SizeH 33 cm (13 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

FAQs

The Empire style originated in France during the early 19th century under Napoleon, drawing heavy aesthetic inspiration from classical Roman, Greek, and Egyptian motifs to project power and grandeur.

Period wall sconces were typically crafted from cast bronze, brass, or wrought iron, frequently finished with gold leaf gilding or ormolu to achieve a luxurious metallic sheen.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-chased detailing, traditional casting flaws, period-appropriate wiring methods or converted candle sockets, and natural patina consistent with age.

They can be mounted symmetrically flanking a mirror, fireplace, or headboard to add architectural interest, tactile warmth, and layered ambient lighting to contemporary spaces.

Gilded surfaces should be dusted gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding chemical polishes, abrasive cleaners, or excess moisture which can strip the delicate gold leaf layer.
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