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French Pair of Gilded Bronze Antique Wall Lights
O'Keeffe Antiques
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French Pair of Gilded Bronze Antique Wall Lights

19th century
Description

A nice French pair of gilded bronze twin arm antique wall lights, the leaf scrolling arms with circular bobeche drip pans, issuing from an ornate leaf backplate with pierced finial. Lovely original patination. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our wall lights come with aged brass screws for fixing and spare bulbs.

Dimensions: H: 9"/23cm W: 12"/31cm D: 9"/23cm

Circa: Late 19th Century

Product Ref: OKA05608

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated these Gilded Bronze Wall Lights to the 19th Century.

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SA1182669
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OKA05608
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 nice French pair of gilded bronze twin arm antique wall lights, the leaf scrolling arms with circular bobeche drip pans, issuing from an ornate leaf backplate with pierced finial. Lovely original patination. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our wall lights come with aged brass screws for fixing and spare bulbs.

Dimensions: H: 9"/23cm W: 12"/31cm D: 9"/23cm

Circa: Late 19th Century

Product Ref: OKA05608

Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated these Gilded Bronze Wall Lights to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1182669
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05608
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

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O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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O'Keeffe Antiques
Telephone 01244 311 279 or 07974 277 980
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2 Christleton Road
Boughton
Chester
CH3 5UG
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A pair of French gilded bronze two-arm wall sconces featuring urn motif central backplates and scrolled candle arms.
French Pair Of Gilded Bronze Antique Wall Lights
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French gilded bronze wall sconces, traditionally known as appliques, are decorative wall-mounted light fixtures crafted from cast bronze and finished with a layer of gold leaf or mercury gilding. Popularised during the 17th and 18th centuries in France, they were designed to amplify candlelight against interior walls.

Traditional French wall sconces were constructed using heavy cast bronze or brass, which was detailed by hand-chasing. The surfaces were subsequently finished through fire-gilding (ormolu) or gold lacquer, creating a durable metallic finish designed to catch and reflect light.

Authentic pieces feature heavy cast bronze construction, hand-chased crisp details on leaves and scrollwork, and subtle variations from manual casting. Look for original mounting hardware, casting seams inside the backplates, and natural surface wear to the gilt finish.

Pairing gilded wall sconces alongside minimalist modern artwork or positioning them on either side of a contemporary bathroom mirror creates a balanced contrast. They function effectively when flanking a central mantelpiece or defining a narrow hallway space.

Dust regularly using a soft, dry bristle brush or microfibre cloth to prevent buildup in carved details. Avoid chemical metal polishes, solvent cleaners, or abrasive materials, as these can permanently strip or scratch the delicate gilding.
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