French Crystal Wall Sconces 1900 - 1920

Name: French Pair Triple Arm & Crystal Antique Wall Lights
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1184031
Price: 795 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectWall Lights
Period1900 - 1920
StyleFrench Rococo Revival
MaterialBrass, Crystal, Glass, Gilt Metal
ColourGold and Clear
MotifsTriple candle arms, Crystal droplets, Cut glass drip pans, Scrollwork backplate
SizeH 43 cm (17 in) x W 33 cm (13 in) x D 24 cm (9 in)

This pair of French Rococo Revival wall lights dates from the early 20th century, specifically circa 1920. Each fixture comprises a gilded bronze and gilt metal cartouche-shaped foliated backplate supporting square gauge reeded scrolling arms. These arms issue glass bobeche drip pans and bulbous leaf candle sconces, hosting three white candle bulbs each. The construction incorporates clear crystal faceted pendants, glass drops, and cascading crystal droplets suspended from the tiered settings. The pieces display a gold and clear colour palette with a good original gilded patination. Each light measures 43 cm high, 33 cm wide, and 24 cm deep. These wall lights find an ideal home placement in a fireplace alcove or drawing room setting to provide ambient lighting. The electrical wiring is fully renewed and PAT tested for modern use. The units attach securely to a wall surface via the supplied aged brass fixing screws. The traditional French chateau aesthetic complements period interiors, formal living spaces, dining rooms, or hallways. The reflective qualities of the cut glass and clear droplets interact with the illumination from the triple candle arms, casting ambient patterns across surrounding surfaces while maintaining a classic antique appearance.

FAQs

French wall sconces, or appliques, originated as wall-mounted fixtures designed to maximize illumination in period interiors by combining candelabras with light-refracting elements such as cut glass droplets and polished metallic backplates.

Classic French sconces were typically constructed from cast brass, bronze, or gilded metal, incorporating hand-cut glass or lead crystal pendants and sculpted drip pans mounted onto supportive metal branches.

Authentic period examples feature hand-cast metal components with original surface patination or remnant gilding, alongside irregular, hand-cut glass drops suspended by wire attachments rather than modern uniform clips.

They can be positioned within wall alcoves, installed in pairs alongside decorative mirrors, or hung against textured, dark-painted walls to introduce structural contrast within contemporary architectural settings.

Dust crystal pendants regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and clean glass components using a diluted, non-abrasive liquid mixture; avoid applying harsh metal polish directly onto patinated brass arms to safeguard historical finishes.

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