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Gilded Bronze Candle Sconces - French, Early 19th Century
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Gilded Bronze Candle Sconces - French, Early 19th Century

19th century
Sold 30 December 2024 · Vicky Thomas Antiques
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Description

Here is a wonderful heavy pair of early 19th Century French Candle Sconces cast in bronze and gilded.

Each one consists of a highly decorated square back with Fleur-de-Lys, classical dolphins and a tangle of knotwork foliage with the heads of four green men peering out - breathing out flower tendrils as the spirit of the woods. The light of the candles reflects beautifully off this tangle of gold, and casts wonderful shadows and patterns amidst the gilded relief. At the base of each is a two branch candelabra.

Each one stands 28cm high, 24cm across and 10cm deep.

They are in good antique condition, with the surface wear to be expected of pieces of this age, but as I hope the photographs show, they both display beautifully.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if I can provide any further information or photographs.

I offer free delivery to mainland UK, and am very happy to help with quotes for shipping abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Vicky Thomas Antiques has dated these Gilded Bronze Wall Sconces to the 19th Century.

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SA1098592
Description
Here is a wonderful heavy pair of early 19th Century French Candle Sconces cast in bronze and gilded.

Each one consists of a highly decorated square back with Fleur-de-Lys, classical dolphins and a tangle of knotwork foliage with the heads of four green men peering out - breathing out flower tendrils as the spirit of the woods.

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The light of the candles reflects beautifully off this tangle of gold, and casts wonderful shadows and patterns amidst the gilded relief.
Vicky Thomas Antiques

At the base of each is a two branch candelabra.

fig 1. A pair of ornate French early 19th-century gilded bronze wall sconces featuring intricate cast scrollwork and dual candle arms.
fig 1. Gilded Bronze Candle Sconces - French, Early 19th Century

Each one stands 28cm high, 24cm across and 10cm deep.

They are in good antique condition, with the surface wear to be expected of pieces of this age, but as I hope the photographs show, they both display beautifully.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if I can provide any further information or photographs.

I offer free delivery to mainland UK, and am very happy to help with quotes for shipping abroad.

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Vicky Thomas Antiques has dated these Gilded Bronze Wall Sconces to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1098592
Vicky Thomas Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022
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A pair of ornate French early 19th-century gilded bronze wall sconces featuring intricate cast scrollwork and dual candle arms.
GILDED BRONZE CANDLE SCONCES - FRENCH, EARLY 19TH CENTURY
Ref: SA1098592
A pair of ornate French early 19th-century gilded bronze wall sconces featuring intricate cast scrollwork and dual candle arms.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Sconces
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Neoclassical
  • MaterialGilded Bronze, Ormolu
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsScrollwork, Acanthus leaves, Dual candle arms
  • SizeH 28 cm (11 in) x W 24 cm (9 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Early 19th-century French lighting, particularly from the Empire and Restoration periods, frequently incorporates classical motifs, symmetrical compositions, and high-quality cast bronze with fire-gilded finishes.

Traditional high-end sconces from this era were primarily crafted using cast bronze or brass, frequently enhanced with mercury gilding, known as ormolu, to create a durable, luminous golden surface.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-chased surface details, patination consistent with age, traditional joining methods such as threaded pins or brazed joints, and weight indicative of solid cast bronze rather than lightweight modern alloys.

These decorative fixtures can be mounted directly onto prominent walls to provide ambient accent lighting, serving as focal points that introduce historical texture and metallic warmth into minimalist or traditional spaces.

Preservation requires gentle dusting with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, strictly avoiding abrasive cleaners, chemical solvents, or polishes that can strip the delicate historical gilding.
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