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Large Antique French Bronze Wall Sconce Napoleon III
Pyrontique
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Large Antique French Bronze Wall Sconce Napoleon III

19th century
For Sale by Pyrontique
Description

Large Antique French Bronze Wall Sconce Napoleon III

This large decorative wall sconce in bronze features out-swept arms with floral detail. The arms support two decorative candle lights.

To the top is an urn draped in swags with further floral and decorative details below.

To the rear is a central hanging point with a hanging pin and wall plug supplied.

The wall sconce retains its original patina and has been re-wired and tested and is in working order. It is in very good original condition. As with all electrical pieces we advise fitting and testing by an approved electrician.

Shipping will be £50 for delivery to an address in England, France, Germany and Italy.

We can provide quotes to the rest of the UK, Europe and worldwide

Physical Dimensions
Height
39cm (15.35")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
15.5cm (6.10")
Declaration

Pyrontique has dated this French Bronze Wall Sconce to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA939802
Dealers Internal Reference
1490
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Description
Large Antique French Bronze Wall Sconce Napoleon III

This large decorative wall sconce in bronze features out-swept arms with floral detail. The arms support two decorative candle lights.

To the top is an urn draped in swags with further floral and decorative details below.

fig 1. A French Napoleon III style cast bronze wall sconce featuring two curved candle arms, a central urn finial, and a fluted backplate.
fig 1. Large Antique French Bronze Wall Sconce Napoleon III

To the rear is a central hanging point with a hanging pin and wall plug supplied.

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The wall sconce retains its original patina and has been re-wired and tested and is in working order.
Pyrontique

It is in very good original condition. As with all electrical pieces we advise fitting and testing by an approved electrician.

Shipping will be £50 for delivery to an address in England, France, Germany and Italy.

We can provide quotes to the rest of the UK, Europe and worldwide

Height
39cm (15.35")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
15.5cm (6.10")
Date of Manufacture

Pyrontique has dated this French Bronze Wall Sconce to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA939802
Dealers Internal Ref
1490
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Archive I A French Napoleon III style cast bronze wall sconce featuring two curved candle arms, a central urn finial, and a fluted backplate.

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A French Napoleon III style cast bronze wall sconce featuring two curved candle arms, a central urn finial, and a fluted backplate.
Large Antique French Bronze Wall Sconce Napoleon III
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FAQs

Napoleon III wall sconces dating from the French Second Empire period (18521870) frequently feature Neoclassical motifs such as urns, drapery swags, leaves, and fluted columns, executed primarily in cast bronze or brass.

These lighting fixtures were typically cast in heavy bronze or brass, featuring hand-chased surface details and either an ormolu gilded finish or a natural dark patination.

Authentic period sconces display substantial physical weight, hand-finished chasing along casting seams, period-appropriate threading on back fittings, and natural patination within recessed details.

A cast bronze sconce can be installed in pairs flanking a bathroom mirror, positioned along a hallway corridor, or fitted on either side of a fireplace breast to provide accent lighting.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, soft-bristled brush or lint-free cloth. Avoid abrasive metal polishes or chemical cleaners, which can strip away original patination or protective lacquer coats.
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