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French Pair of Giltwood Twin Arm Wall Lights
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French Pair of Giltwood Twin Arm Wall Lights

1920 - 1940
Sold 7 November 2025 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A pretty French pair of carved giltwood and Toleware opposing twin arm wall lights, the stepped toleware leaf scrolling arms with wooden reeded bulbous candle sconces, issuing from an ornate pierced Acanthus leaf opposing wooden backplate, very decorative and nice patination. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with ceiling fixings and spare bulbs.

Dimensions: H: 19"/48cm W: 9"/23cm D: 3.5"/9cm

Product Ref: OKA05094A

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated these French Giltwood Wall Lights to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1074398
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05094A
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 pretty French pair of carved giltwood and Toleware opposing twin arm wall lights, the stepped toleware leaf scrolling arms with wooden reeded bulbous candle sconces, issuing from an ornate pierced Acanthus leaf opposing wooden backplate, very decorative and nice patination. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our chandeliers come with ceiling fixings and spare bulbs.

Dimensions: H: 19"/48cm W: 9"/23cm D: 3.5"/9cm

Product Ref: OKA05094A

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated these French Giltwood Wall Lights to the 1930s.

Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1074398
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05094A
O'Keeffe Antiques
O'Keeffe Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Specialists in retail of antique lighting.

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O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A pair of carved wooden wall sconces featuring ornate scrolling acanthus leaf motifs and two candle-style light bulbs on each fixture. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Pair of Giltwood Twin Arm Wall Lights

Archive II A pair of carved wooden wall sconces featuring ornate scrolling acanthus leaf motifs and two candle-style light bulbs on each fixture. View II
Archive III A pair of carved wooden wall sconces featuring ornate scrolling acanthus leaf motifs and two candle-style light bulbs on each fixture. View III
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Telephone 01244 311 279 or 07974 277 980
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CH3 5UG
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A pair of carved wooden wall sconces featuring ornate scrolling acanthus leaf motifs and two candle-style light bulbs on each fixture.
French Pair Of Giltwood Twin Arm Wall Lights
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A pair of carved wooden wall sconces featuring ornate scrolling acanthus leaf motifs and two candle-style light bulbs on each fixture.
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  • ObjectWall Sconces
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleRococo
  • MaterialWood, Gesso, Gold Leaf
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsAcanthus leaf scrolls, Twin candle arms, Carved wooden backplates
  • SizeH 48 cm (19 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

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French giltwood wall sconces gained prominence during the Baroque and Rococo periods, often utilised in grand chateaux and salons to maximise ambient candlelight reflection using mirrored or carved backplates.

Authentic period pieces are typically carved from softwoods such as pine or lime, then layered with gesso, hand-applied gold leaf or bole, and occasionally burnished to create a luminous metallic finish.

Authenticity is identified through hand-carved detailing, the presence of traditional gesso and bole layers beneath the gold leaf, natural oxidisation of the metals, and historical joinery methods on the reverse.

Pairing ornate gilded sconces with minimalist plaster walls or flanking a modern fireplace creates a sophisticated textural contrast that bridges traditional craftsmanship with modern design.

Giltwood should be dusted gently with a soft, dry ostrich feather duster or microfiber cloth. Avoid all moisture, liquid cleaners, and chemical solvents, as these can permanently damage the delicate gold leaf layer.
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