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Pair of French Glass and Brass Wall Sconces
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Pair of French Glass and Brass Wall Sconces

1900 - 1920
Description

Pair of French glass and brass wall sconces. This pair of wall sconces are in good condition.

They will need rewiring for British standard

Date of Manufacture

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques has dated these French Crystal Wall Sconces to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA1108747
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We are based in North Dorset, England and have been trading in antiques and decorative art for over 30 years. We exhibit at all the major antique and decorative fairs across the UK , specialising in 19th and 20th Century European sculpture, including the Art Nouveau and Art Deco period, English and French mirrors , decorative French furniture and lighting.

We pride ourselves on offering an excellent customer service and use a specialist transport company for all our deliveries to ensure an efficient and safe delivery of all purchases. If you need any help or advice on any of our items please feel free to contact us by telephone or email.

Description
Pair of French glass and brass wall sconces. This pair of wall sconces are in good condition.

They will need rewiring for British standard

Date of Manufacture

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques has dated these French Crystal Wall Sconces to the 1920s.

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1108747
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialising in art deco and art nouveau sculpture, french and english mirrors and french decorative furniture

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A pair of French gilded brass two-arm wall sconces decorated with cut crystal glass drops and candle-effect sleeves.
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Archive I A pair of French gilded brass two-arm wall sconces decorated with cut crystal glass drops and candle-effect sleeves.

Pair of French Glass and Brass Wall Sconces

Archive II A pair of French gilded brass two-arm wall sconces decorated with cut crystal glass drops and candle-effect sleeves. View II
Archive III A pair of French gilded brass two-arm wall sconces decorated with cut crystal glass drops and candle-effect sleeves. View III
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Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Telephone 07770 752 762
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Dorset
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/burgettlangfield
Verified Since Nov 2012
Items For Sale 89
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Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
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A pair of French gilded brass two-arm wall sconces decorated with cut crystal glass drops and candle-effect sleeves.
Pair Of French Glass And Brass Wall Sconces
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A pair of French gilded brass two-arm wall sconces decorated with cut crystal glass drops and candle-effect sleeves.
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  • ObjectWall Sconces
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Chateau
  • MaterialBrass, Cut Glass
  • ColourGold, Clear
  • MotifsScrolled twin arms, Diaper pattern backplate, Faceted glass drops, Rosette accents
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 27 cm (11 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

This pair of French Chateau wall sconces dates from 1920 and takes the form of gilded brass twin-arm fixtures fitted with candle-effect sleeves. Each sconce displays a shaped backplate featuring a stamped diaper pattern, supporting scrolled twin arms adorned with rosette accents at the drip pans. Suspended from the framework are numerous faceted cut glass drops in various shapes, catching the light against the gold-coloured metal surfaces. Measuring 27 cm high, 27 cm wide and 10 cm deep, the pair works well in a traditional hallway or beside a mirror in a dining room to provide ambient illumination. Each sconce is ready for installation on a narrow wall space after rewiring to meet current British standards.

FAQs

French wall sconces, traditionally known as appliques, gained prominence during the Louis XV and Louis XVI periods as key decorative fixtures designed to reflect candlelight across grand interiors using cut glass and cast brass.

These fixtures typically feature cast or stamped brass backplates and scrolling arms, adorned with clear cut glass or lead crystal pendeloques and drop prisms, alongside candle-style sleeves.

Authentic period examples display signs of hand-chased brass detail, natural patination or oxidisation on metal surfaces, minor hand-cut irregularities in the glass drops, and historical wiring or original candle nozzles.

Pairing French wall sconces alongside modern artwork, flanking a mirror above a fireplace, or positioning them in a hallway creates textural contrast between traditional brass craftsmanship and contemporary wall finishes.

Glass drops should be carefully wiped with a microfibre cloth dampened with a mild water solution, while the brass components require soft dry dusting to preserve the natural aged patina without removing protective surface finishes.
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