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Early 20th Century Pair of Brass Wall Lights with Cherubs
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Early 20th Century Pair of Brass Wall Lights with Cherubs

1920 - 1940
Description

This pair of brass two arm wall lights, have flowers and berries to the top with a cherub in the centre. The arms are reeded and have leaf and ball decoration, the main body is decorated with sea scrolls. The lights have been cleaned and highlighted, keeping the original patternation. They can either have clip shades attached to the bulbs or shades can be clamped to a ring on the bulb holder. You can add a candle sleeve to the bulb holder, or they can be just left. This piece has large bayonet bulb holders B 22 C1920-C1940

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Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

Rupert Landen Antiques has dated these Cherub Brass Wall Sconces to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA853440
Dealers Internal Reference
3171
Dealers Notes

Based in the South Oxfordshire countryside,

Rupert Landen Antiques is a family-run antiques business. Specialising in hand-picked chandeliers, mid-century lighting and period furniture.

We source and lovingly restore unique one-off pieces, using traditional hand finishing techniques.

In our specialist restoration workshop, we put the craftsman at the heart of what we do with care, authenticity and pride.

You can arrange your own transport or collect in person. We ship worldwide and have extensive experience of wrapping carefully so you can shop with confidence! We often deliver for free to mainland UK - please contact us to discuss.

You can also view items at our restoration workshop by appointment only.

Our lighting has all been lovingly restored, tested and earthed but will need to be installed by a qualified electrician. All of our furniture has been through our antique restoration workshop.

All sizes are approximate.

Description
This pair of brass two arm wall lights, have flowers and berries to the top with a cherub in the centre. The arms are reeded and have leaf and ball decoration, the main body is decorated with sea scrolls. The lights have been cleaned and highlighted, keeping the original patternation.
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They can either have clip shades attached to the bulbs or shades can be clamped to a ring on the bulb holder.
Rupert Landen Antiques

You can add a candle sleeve to the bulb holder, or they can be just left. This piece has large bayonet bulb holders B 22 C1920-C1940

st 3171

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

Rupert Landen Antiques has dated these Cherub Brass Wall Sconces to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA853440
Dealers Internal Ref
3171
Rupert Landen Antiques
Rupert Landen Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2018

Specialists in antique lighting and chandeliers

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A pair of early 20th-century cast brass twin-arm wall lights featuring a cherub face motif and detailed foliate scrollwork.
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Archive I A pair of early 20th-century cast brass twin-arm wall lights featuring a cherub face motif and detailed foliate scrollwork.

Early 20th Century Pair of Brass Wall Lights with Cherubs

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Rupert Landen Antiques

Rupert Landen Antiques
Telephone 07974 732472
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Hartslock Bridleway
Whitchurch on Thames
South Oxfordshire
RG8 7QX
United Kingdom
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A pair of early 20th-century cast brass twin-arm wall lights featuring a cherub face motif and detailed foliate scrollwork.
Early 20th century pair of brass wall lights with cherubs
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A pair of early 20th-century cast brass twin-arm wall lights featuring a cherub face motif and detailed foliate scrollwork.
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  • ObjectWall Lights
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleFrench Neo-Classical
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsCherub mask, Acanthus leaf moulding, Twin scrolled arms, Beaded detailing
  • SizeH 36 cm (14 in) x W 27 cm (11 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

This pair of early 20th century French neo-classical wall lights is fashioned from brass with a gold finish and features twin scrolled arms. Each piece displays a central cherub mask set within acanthus leaf moulding, flowers and berries at the top, and reeded arms with leaf and ball decoration alongside sea scrolls on the main body. The design includes beaded detailing and large bayonet bulb holders, with surfaces that have been cleaned and highlighted while retaining original patination. Measuring 36 cm high, 27 cm wide and 11 cm deep, these fixtures are suited for placement above a sideboard in a living room, dining room or hallway.

FAQs

Wall sconces evolved from early torch and candle holders into sophisticated decorative fixtures during the 17th and 18th centuries in France. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Neoclassical and Rococo revival styles made heavy use of cast brass, incorporating classical figures, cherubs, and foliate motifs to frame mirrors and doorways.

Period wall lights are typically constructed from cast brass or gilt bronze (ormolu), often featuring chased detailing on the backplates and arms. Internal wiring or candle sockets were designed to integrate seamlessly into the metal armature.

Authentic pieces generally display signs of hand-finishing, seam lines from two-part casting molds, and natural oxidisation in recessed areas. Older fixtures may also feature original bayonet or Edison screw bulb holders made from brass and ceramic rather than modern plastics.

Brass wall sconces can be placed alongside artwork, positioned on either side of a chimneypiece, or mounted in hallway alcoves to add architectural structure and warm accent illumination to modern spaces.

Dust wall lights regularly using a soft, dry cloth or gentle brush to prevent buildup in detailed relief areas. Avoid harsh chemical polishes or abrasive cleaners, which can strip away original patination and gilt finishes.
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