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Antique Set of 6 Neo-classical Ormolu & Glass Griffin Wall Lights Circa 1900
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Antique Set of 6 Neo-classical Ormolu & Glass Griffin Wall Lights Circa 1900

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Regent Antiques
Description

This is a superb set of six antique Edwardian Neo-classical 'Griffin' ormolu & cut glass wall lights, circa 1900 in date.

They are beautifully cast with oval wall plates and scrolled arms with winged griffins suspending bell-shaped, clear-cut glass shades.

 

Add an elegant touch to a wall in your home with this fantastic set of Griffin wall lights.

 

Purchased at great expense from the Antique Lighting Company Ltd, Suffolk.

 

Condition:

In excellent condition, having been cleaned, fully rewired and tested.

Please see the photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 27 cm x Width 11.5 cm x Depth 25 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 11 inches x Width 4 inches x Depth 10 inches

A griffin

(or gryphon) is a legendary creature with the body of a lion and the head, wings, and talons of an eagle, combining the "king of beasts" and "king of birds". Originating in ancient Middle Eastern and Mediterranean art, they symbolize power, vigilance, and royalty, often serving as guardians of treasure or sacred sites.

Our reference: A5205

Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated these Ormolu Griffin Wall Sconces to the 1900s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09472373
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques Date1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 110-135 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1900s:
Natural oxidisation and darkening across the tubular brass arms: long exposure to air.
Cast brass griffin mounts with crisp chased feathering: turn-of-the-century metalwork.
Aged brass bayonet bulb holders with threaded rings: early domestic electric fittings.
Bell-shaped shades with cut stars and diamonds: period glass cutting.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1210339
Dealers Internal Reference
A5205
Description
This is a superb set of six antique Edwardian Neo-classical 'Griffin' ormolu & cut glass wall lights, circa 1900 in date.
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They are beautifully cast with oval wall plates and scrolled arms with winged griffins suspending bell-shaped, clear-cut glass shades.
Regent Antiques
fig 1. A set of six Neo-Classical brass wall sconces featuring sculpted griffin mounts, curved arms, and flared cut-glass bell shades.
fig 1. Antique Set of 6 Neo-classical Ormolu & Glass Griffin Wall Lights Circa 1900

 

Add an elegant touch to a wall in your home with this fantastic set of Griffin wall lights.

 

Purchased at great expense from the Antique Lighting Company Ltd, Suffolk.

 

Condition:

In excellent condition, having been cleaned, fully rewired and tested.

fig 2. A set of six Neo-Classical brass wall sconces featuring sculpted griffin mounts, curved arms, and flared cut-glass bell shades.
fig 2. Antique Set of 6 Neo-classical Ormolu & Glass Griffin Wall Lights Circa 1900

Please see the photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 27 cm x Width 11.5 cm x Depth 25 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 11 inches x Width 4 inches x Depth 10 inches

A griffin

(or gryphon) is a legendary creature with the body of a lion and the head, wings, and talons of an eagle, combining the "king of beasts" and "king of birds". Originating in ancient Middle Eastern and Mediterranean art, they symbolize power, vigilance, and royalty, often serving as guardians of treasure or sacred sites.

Our reference: A5205

Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated these Ormolu Griffin Wall Sconces to the 1900s.

Independent Date Report ID 09472373
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques dating1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 110-135 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1900s:
Natural oxidisation and darkening across the tubular brass arms: long exposure to air.
Cast brass griffin mounts with crisp chased feathering: turn-of-the-century metalwork.
Aged brass bayonet bulb holders with threaded rings: early domestic electric fittings.
Bell-shaped shades with cut stars and diamonds: period glass cutting.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1210339
Dealers Internal Ref
A5205
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We specialise in english and continental furniture, silver, porcelain and decorative items.

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Archive I A set of six Neo-Classical brass wall sconces featuring sculpted griffin mounts, curved arms, and flared cut-glass bell shades.

Antique Set of 6 Neo-classical Ormolu & Glass Griffin Wall Lights Circa 1900

Archive II A set of six Neo-Classical brass wall sconces featuring sculpted griffin mounts, curved arms, and flared cut-glass bell shades. View II
Archive III A set of six Neo-Classical brass wall sconces featuring sculpted griffin mounts, curved arms, and flared cut-glass bell shades. View III
Archive IV A set of six Neo-Classical brass wall sconces featuring sculpted griffin mounts, curved arms, and flared cut-glass bell shades. View IV
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Archive VI A set of six Neo-Classical brass wall sconces featuring sculpted griffin mounts, curved arms, and flared cut-glass bell shades. View VI
Archive VII A set of six Neo-Classical brass wall sconces featuring sculpted griffin mounts, curved arms, and flared cut-glass bell shades. View VII
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A set of six Neo-Classical brass wall sconces featuring sculpted griffin mounts, curved arms, and flared cut-glass bell shades.
Antique Set of 6 Neo-Classical Ormolu & Glass Griffin Wall Lights Circa 1900
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A set of six Neo-Classical brass wall sconces featuring sculpted griffin mounts, curved arms, and flared cut-glass bell shades.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Lights
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleNeo-Classical
  • MaterialOrmolu, Brass, Cut Glass
  • ColourGold, Clear
  • MotifsGriffin mounts, Curved arms, Cut glass shades, Acanthus leaf backplates
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 11.5 cm (5 in) x D 25 cm (10 in)

This set of six Edwardian Neo-Classical wall lights dates from circa 1900. Each fixture combines bright gold-coloured ormolu and brass metalwork with clear cut-glass bell shades, featuring oval backplates with acanthus leaf motifs, curved scrolled arms, and sculpted winged griffin mounts. The metal components show polished surfaces with detailed cast feather and claw textures on the mythical creature figures, while the glass shades exhibit faceted diamond patterns. Measuring 27 cm high, 11.5 cm wide, and 25 cm deep, these wall-mounted sconces project outwards from vertical surfaces. They are suited for placement along narrow wall spaces in hallways, beside bedroom mirrors, or flanking a dining room sideboard to provide ambient illumination in a home.

FAQs

Neo-Classical lighting draws inspiration from classical antiquity, incorporating symmetrical forms, classical motifs such as griffins, urns, and acanthus leaves, and refined metallic finishes like gilt bronze or brass.

These sconces typically feature cast brass or bronze mounts finished with gilt or lacquer, combined with hand-cut or etched clear glass shades.

Authentic period pieces exhibit heavy cast metal construction, detailed hand-chasing on relief elements, subtle natural oxidisation, and hand-cut glass shades with minor variations consistent with period production.

Position sconces symmetrically on either side of a large mirror, artwork, or fireplace, or install them along hallways and staircases to provide focused accent illumination and texture.

Dust the metal fittings gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth without harsh chemical polishes, and wash glass shades separately in lukewarm water using mild detergent.
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