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Pair of Antique Candle Sconces, French, Wall Lighting, Art Nouveau, Victorian
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Pair of Antique Candle Sconces, French, Wall Lighting, Art Nouveau, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a pair of antique candle sconces. A French, silver plated wall light in Art Nouveau taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Wonderful turn of the century home lighting, with Francophile interest

Displaying a desirable aged patina, gently time worn throughout

Crafted in silver plate with a lightly weathered appearance

Twin branch form presenting a pair of canted candle nozzles

French iconography adorns each nozzle with timeless Fleur-de-lys motif

Fascinating branches ascend on serpentine arms, with finial adornments

Each nozzle accommodating candles up to three-quarter inch in diameter

Channels to the nozzle form aids wax collection, for a cleaner lighting solution

This is a charming pair of antique candle sconces, with appealing Art Nouveau taste and French iconography. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 19cm (7.5'')

Max Depth: 16cm (6.25'')

Max Height: 20.5cm (8'')

Nozzle Width: 21mm (0.75'')

Nozzle Depth: 21mm (0.75'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
20.5cm (8.07")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique French Candle Sconces to the Victorian era.

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SA1209965
Dealers Internal Reference
25450
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Description
This is a pair of antique candle sconces.
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A French, silver plated wall light in Art Nouveau taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
London Fine Antiques

Wonderful turn of the century home lighting, with Francophile interest

fig 1. A pair of antique French silvered metal twin-branch candle sconces with fleur-de-lis detailing and square sockets.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Candle Sconces, French, Wall Lighting, Art Nouveau, Victorian

Displaying a desirable aged patina, gently time worn throughout

Crafted in silver plate with a lightly weathered appearance

Twin branch form presenting a pair of canted candle nozzles

French iconography adorns each nozzle with timeless Fleur-de-lys motif

fig 2. A pair of antique French silvered metal twin-branch candle sconces with fleur-de-lis detailing and square sockets.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Candle Sconces, French, Wall Lighting, Art Nouveau, Victorian

Fascinating branches ascend on serpentine arms, with finial adornments

Each nozzle accommodating candles up to three-quarter inch in diameter

Channels to the nozzle form aids wax collection, for a cleaner lighting solution

fig 3. A pair of antique French silvered metal twin-branch candle sconces with fleur-de-lis detailing and square sockets.
fig 3. Pair of Antique Candle Sconces, French, Wall Lighting, Art Nouveau, Victorian

This is a charming pair of antique candle sconces, with appealing Art Nouveau taste and French iconography. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 19cm (7.5'')

Max Depth: 16cm (6.25'')

Max Height: 20.5cm (8'')

Nozzle Width: 21mm (0.75'')

Nozzle Depth: 21mm (0.75'')

Height
20.5cm (8.07")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique French Candle Sconces to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1209965
Dealers Internal Ref
25450
London Fine Antiques
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A pair of antique French silvered metal twin-branch candle sconces with fleur-de-lis detailing and square sockets.
Pair of Antique Candle Sconces, French, Wall Lighting, Art Nouveau, Victorian
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  • ObjectWall Sconces
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Chateau
  • MaterialSilver-Plated Brass, Metal
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFleur-de-lis detailing, Twin curved branches, Square candle sockets, Finial toppers
  • SizeH 20.5 cm (8 in) x W 19 cm (7 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

This pair of antique French wall sconces originates from the late Victorian period, dating to circa 1900 in an Art Nouveau style. The silver-plated metal construction exhibits a weathered appearance with an aged silver colour, displaying an aged patina, channels to the nozzle form for wax collection, and finial toppers. Each twin-branch light features serpentine arms, square candle sockets adorned with fleur-de-lis motifs, and a pointed finial at the top. The sconces measure 20.5 cm high, 19 cm wide, and 16 cm deep. Suitable for period interior schemes, these wall lights mount in living rooms, dining rooms, or hallways to provide atmospheric candle illumination. They work particularly well installed on either side of a fireplace alcove or flanking a mirror or mantelpiece.

FAQs

French wall sconces from this era typically feature symmetrical twin branches, cast metal construction, classical motifs such as fleur-de-lis, and silvered or gilded surface finishes.

Antique candle sconces were primarily cast in brass, bronze, or iron, often finished with silver plating, gilt ormolu, or protective lacquer.

Authentic pieces display historical casting marks, hand-chased decorative motifs, natural surface oxidation or patina, and traditional threaded mounting assemblies.

Position candle sconces in pairs flanking a central feature, such as a fireplace alcove, artwork, or wall mirror, to create balanced architectural interest.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and avoid abrasive polishes or chemical cleansers that can remove delicate historical silver plating.
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