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Antique Pair French Gilt Bronzeormolu Wall Lights Appliques 19th Century
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Antique Pair French Gilt Bronzeormolu Wall Lights Appliques 19th Century

19th century
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Description

This is a fine antique French pair of ormolu wall lights, dating from circa 1880.

They are in the classical Louis XVI manner, having shaped shield backs with red velvet backed pierced lattice centre panels, issuing two scrolling candle arms with campana urn nozzles, and late fitted for electricity.

Add an elegant touch to your home with this decorative pair of ormolu candle wall lights.

Provenance

Private collection, Aberdeenshire

Condition:

In excellent working condition having been cleaned and  rewired.

Please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 29 cm x Width 22 cm x Depth 14 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 11 inches x Width 9 inches x Depth 5 inches

Ormolu

(from French 'or moulu', signifying ground or pounded gold) is an 18th-century English term for applying finely ground, high-carat gold in a mercury amalgam to an object of bronze.The mercury is driven off in a kiln leaving behind a gold-coloured veneer known as 'gilt bronze'.

The manufacture of true ormolu employs a process known as mercury-gilding or fire-gilding, in which a solution of nitrate of mercury is applied to a piece of copper, brass, or bronze, followed by the application of an amalgam of gold and mercury. The item was then exposed to extreme heat until the mercury burned off and the gold remained, adhered to the metal object.

Our reference: A5129

Physical Dimensions
Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Regent Antiques has dated these Gilt Bronze Wall Appliques to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1200654
Dealers Internal Reference
A5129
Description
This is a fine antique French pair of ormolu wall lights, dating from circa 1880.

They are in the classical Louis XVI manner, having shaped shield backs with red velvet backed pierced lattice centre panels, issuing two scrolling candle arms with campana urn nozzles, and late fitted for electricity.

fig 1. A pair of 19th-century French gilt bronze twin-light wall appliques featuring floral cresting, acanthus leaf arms, and faux candle sleeves.
fig 1. Antique Pair French Gilt Bronzeormolu Wall Lights Appliques 19th Century

Add an elegant touch to your home with this decorative pair of ormolu candle wall lights.

Provenance

Private collection, Aberdeenshire

Condition:

In excellent working condition having been cleaned and  rewired.

fig 2. A pair of 19th-century French gilt bronze twin-light wall appliques featuring floral cresting, acanthus leaf arms, and faux candle sleeves.
fig 2. Antique Pair French Gilt Bronzeormolu Wall Lights Appliques 19th Century

Please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 29 cm x Width 22 cm x Depth 14 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 11 inches x Width 9 inches x Depth 5 inches

Ormolu

“
(from French 'or moulu', signifying ground or pounded gold) is an 18th-century English term for applying finely ground, high-carat gold in a mercury amalgam to an object of bronze.
Regent Antiques

The mercury is driven off in a kiln leaving behind a gold-coloured veneer known as 'gilt bronze'.

fig 3. A pair of 19th-century French gilt bronze twin-light wall appliques featuring floral cresting, acanthus leaf arms, and faux candle sleeves.
fig 3. Antique Pair French Gilt Bronzeormolu Wall Lights Appliques 19th Century

The manufacture of true ormolu employs a process known as mercury-gilding or fire-gilding, in which a solution of nitrate of mercury is applied to a piece of copper, brass, or bronze, followed by the application of an amalgam of gold and mercury. The item was then exposed to extreme heat until the mercury burned off and the gold remained, adhered to the metal object.

Our reference: A5129

Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated these Gilt Bronze Wall Appliques to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1200654
Dealers Internal Ref
A5129
Regent Antiques
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We specialise in english and continental furniture, silver, porcelain and decorative items.

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A pair of 19th-century French gilt bronze twin-light wall appliques featuring floral cresting, acanthus leaf arms, and faux candle sleeves.
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FAQs

French ormolu appliques from the 19th century are decorative wall-mounted light fixtures crafted from gilded bronze, frequently incorporating Neoclassical, Louis XV, or Louis XVI design motifs.

These fixtures were cast in bronze using lost-wax or sand-casting techniques, followed by hand-chasing for surface texture before mercury gilding was applied to create the durable gold finish.

Authentic period pieces exhibit dense bronze casting, detailed hand-chased scrollwork, structural weight, and natural age-appropriate patination or oxidation on unpolished reverse surfaces.

Positioning a pair to flank a central architectural element, such as a large mirror, artwork, or fireplace alcove, creates balance and introduces warm metal tones to contemporary spaces.

Dust regularly using a soft dry brush or microfiber cloth, avoiding liquid chemicals, water, or abrasive polishes that can degrade the delicate original gilding layer.
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