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French Set of 4 Gilded Half Wall Lanterns
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French Set of 4 Gilded Half Wall Lanterns

1920 - 1940
Sold 21 May 2025 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A French set of 4 gilded brass twin arm wall lanterns, the two light fittings with octagonal drip pans, issuing from a tapering mirrored backplate, surrounded by a four bevelled tapering glass panels held within a lovely cast brass scalloped framework with decorative pierced canopy, great size and patination. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our wall lights come with aged brass screws for fixing and spare bulbs.

Dimensions: H: 18"/46cm W: 12"/31cm D: 6"/15cm

Product Ref: OKA05401

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated these French Gilded Wall Lanterns to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1143187
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05401
Dealers Notes

We specialise in selling antique chandeliers, antique lighting, French mirrors, antique gilt furniture and unusual decorative items. The business was founded in 1999 by David & Jean O'Keeffe. The shop is based in Chester but supplies clients throughout the UK and abroad.

We deliver our products to the UK, Europe and worldwide using our own professional door-to-door courier service and also a large trusted international courier company. Please call us on 01244 311279 or contact us and we will provide you with delivery information and an individual delivery quote if necessary.

Description
A French set of 4 gilded brass twin arm wall lanterns, the two light fittings with octagonal drip pans, issuing from a tapering mirrored backplate, surrounded by a four bevelled tapering glass panels held within a lovely cast brass scalloped framework with decorative pierced canopy, great size and patination. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our wall lights come with aged brass screws for fixing and spare bulbs.

Dimensions: H: 18"/46cm W: 12"/31cm D: 6"/15cm

Product Ref: OKA05401

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated these French Gilded Wall Lanterns to the 1930s.

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1143187
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05401
O'Keeffe Antiques
O'Keeffe Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Specialists in retail of antique lighting.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the O'Keeffe Antiques Profile Page

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O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A set of four matching French half wall lanterns featuring gilded metal frames and bevelled glass panels. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Set of 4 Gilded Half Wall Lanterns

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O'Keeffe Antiques
Telephone 01244 311 279 or 07974 277 980
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2 Christleton Road
Boughton
Chester
CH3 5UG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/okeeffe
Verified Since Jan 2010
Items For Sale 314
Items Sold 5,702
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A set of four matching French half wall lanterns featuring gilded metal frames and bevelled glass panels.
French Set Of 4 Gilded Half Wall Lanterns
Ref: SA1143187
A set of four matching French half wall lanterns featuring gilded metal frames and bevelled glass panels.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Sconces
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleFrench Antique
  • MaterialBrass, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsBevelled glass panels, Gilded metal frame, Scroll top ring, Multi-bulb candle cluster
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

French wall lanterns evolved from exterior street lighting and interior carriage lamps, later adapted for grand residential interiors during the 18th and 19th centuries to maximise ambient candle and gas light reflection.

Traditional lanterns are typically constructed from cast or pressed brass or bronze frames, featuring hand-soldered joints, gilded surface treatments, and bevelled glass panels secured within metal channels.

Authenticity is identified through patination on the metal, hand-bevelled glass panes, traditional joinery methods such as screws rather than modern welds, and historical wiring standards where applicable.

These pieces can be mounted in hallways, flanking fireplaces, or framing mirrors to introduce vertical symmetry, metallic warmth, and historical contrast to modern minimalist spaces.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive polishes which can strip the delicate gilt finish; use a mild soap solution for glass panels only if necessary.
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