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Pair of French Gilt Toleware Twin Arm Wall Lights
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Pair of French Gilt Toleware Twin Arm Wall Lights

1900 - 1920
Sold 16 February 2026 · Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors
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Description

A decorative pair of early 20th century French gilt toleware antique wall lights with leaf design backplates and twin arms, finished with leaf bobeche trays and two tiers of crystal glass icicle droplets.

The lights have been rewired and are in working order.

There is a matching chandelier to go with the wall lights which can be purchased separately.

Height - 51 cm (20 inches)

Width - 33 cm (13 inches)

Depth - 15 cm (6 inches)

Circa - 1900

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Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

This item will be dispatched within a couple of working days of purchase. Delivery is usually next day and items will be provided with a tracking number. They are packaged to a high standard, double boxed, bubble wrapped and bedded in foam. Our preferred courier is Parcelforce, however we may send with a different courier occasionally.

All of our items can be collected.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated these French Gilt Wall Lights to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1156838
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ABOUT - Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has been established in Macclesfield, Cheshire for 35 years. We sell high quality antique furniture, clocks, lighting and decorative items ready for your home, to the general public and interior designers around the world from our showroom. Our stock inventory consists of decorative Continental, English and Oriental items ranging from the 18th century through to the 20th century.

PAYMENT - We accept BACS payment but we also accept debit and credit card and PayPal through our own website. All items come with an invoice with description and age.

Description
A decorative pair of early 20th century French gilt toleware antique wall lights with leaf design backplates and twin arms, finished with leaf bobeche trays and two tiers of crystal glass icicle droplets.
fig 1. A pair of antique French gilt toleware twin-arm wall lights adorned with hanging crystal prisms mounted on a white wall.
fig 1. Pair of French Gilt Toleware Twin Arm Wall Lights

The lights have been rewired and are in working order.

There is a matching chandelier to go with the wall lights which can be purchased separately.

Height - 51 cm (20 inches)

Width - 33 cm (13 inches)

Depth - 15 cm (6 inches)

fig 2. A pair of antique French gilt toleware twin-arm wall lights adorned with hanging crystal prisms mounted on a white wall.
fig 2. Pair of French Gilt Toleware Twin Arm Wall Lights

Circa - 1900

Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK.

“
If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote.
Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors

If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

fig 3. A pair of antique French gilt toleware twin-arm wall lights adorned with hanging crystal prisms mounted on a white wall.
fig 3. Pair of French Gilt Toleware Twin Arm Wall Lights

This item will be dispatched within a couple of working days of purchase. Delivery is usually next day and items will be provided with a tracking number. They are packaged to a high standard, double boxed, bubble wrapped and bedded in foam. Our preferred courier is Parcelforce, however we may send with a different courier occasionally.

All of our items can be collected.

View more items on our website www.arrowsmithantiques.com

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated these French Gilt Wall Lights to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1156838
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Unit 7 - 8 Waterside Mill
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Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK11 7HG
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A pair of antique French gilt toleware twin-arm wall lights adorned with hanging crystal prisms mounted on a white wall.
Pair of French Gilt Toleware Twin Arm Wall Lights
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWall Sconces
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialToleware, Metal, Crystal
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsTwin arms, Hanging crystal drops, Gilt finish, Scrollwork
  • SizeH 51 cm (20 in) x W 33 cm (13 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

French wall lights, particularly those crafted from gilt toleware and metal, gained prominence during the 18th and 19th centuries, reflecting the ornate aesthetic of periods such as the Rococo and Louis XV eras.

Authentic period sconces are typically constructed from painted or gilded metal, often referred to as toleware, paired with hand-cut crystal prisms, brass components, and forged or stamped metal arms designed to hold candles or electrical fittings.

Authentication involves examining the patination of the gilt finish, the method of metal joining, the presence of hand-cut crystal drops rather than modern machine-cut glass, and signs of age-related wear on the reverse of the fixtures.

These fixtures serve as focal points when mounted symmetrically on either side of a fireplace, mirror, or doorway, adding a layer of classic character and warm ambient illumination to contemporary living spaces.

Maintenance requires gentle dusting with a soft, dry cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that can strip the delicate gilt finish, and periodically checking the electrical wiring for safety compliance.
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