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French Pair of Maison Baguès Antique Wall Lights
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French Pair of Maison Baguès Antique Wall Lights

1900 - 1920
Sold 1 January 1900 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A French pair of 'Maison Baguès' bronze twin arm antique wall lights, the two scrolling French horns with trumpet bobeche drip pans issuing from a ribbon and tassel backplate with a floral circular boss finial, lovely original patination from a well know French lighting designer. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our wall lights come with aged brass screws for fixing and spare bulbs.

Dimensions: H: 16"/41cm W: 10"/25cm D: 5.5"/14cm

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05171

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated these French Gilt Bronze Sconces to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1206100
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05171
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.

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A French pair of 'Maison Baguès' bronze twin arm antique wall lights, the two scrolling French horns with trumpet bobeche drip pans issuing from a ribbon and tassel backplate with a floral circular boss finial, lovely original patination from a well know French lighting designer. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our wall lights come with aged brass screws for fixing and spare bulbs.

Dimensions: H: 16"/41cm W: 10"/25cm D: 5.5"/14cm

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05171

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated these French Gilt Bronze Sconces to the 1920s.

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1206100
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05171
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 pair of French Neoclassical gilt bronze two-arm wall sconces featuring tassel backplate motifs and horn-shaped branches. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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A pair of French Neoclassical gilt bronze two-arm wall sconces featuring tassel backplate motifs and horn-shaped branches.
French Pair Of Maison Baguès Antique Wall Lights
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  • ObjectWall Lights
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Neoclassical
  • MaterialGilt Bronze, Brass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsTassel backplate, French horn branches, Foliate moulding, Candle drip sleeves
  • SizeH 41 cm (16 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 14 cm (6 in)

This pair of French Neoclassical wall lights from the early 20th century brings classic elegance to an interior. Cast from gilt bronze and brass with a warm gold finish, each sconce displays an elaborate ribbon and tassel backplate adorned with a floral circular boss finial. Two scrolling arms shaped like French horns emerge from the central plate, ending in trumpet bobeche drip pans that hold white candle drip sleeves and clear flame-shaped bulbs. The detailed metalwork includes intricate foliate moulding and original patination showing authentic signs of age across the surface. Measuring 41 cm high, 25 cm wide, and 14 cm deep, these fixtures are suited for placement on a narrow wall space in a living room, hallway, or dining area to provide atmospheric lighting.

FAQs

Neoclassical French wall sconces feature architectural symmetry, refined metal casting, and classical motifs derived from ancient Greek and Roman design, such as tassels, ribbons, foliate wreaths, and urns.

Traditional French wall lights were cast in bronze or heavy brass using the lost-wax or sand-casting method, followed by hand-chasing to refine surface textures and mercury gilded or lacquered brass finishes.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-chased details on the metalwork, heavy weight due to solid bronze or brass casting, signs of historical casting seams, original mounting hardware, and age-consistent surface oxidisation.

Antique wall sconces can be mounted in pairs flanking mirrors, artwork, or architectural features in hallways, dining spaces, and living rooms to introduce metallic warmth and structured symmetry.

Dust metal components gently using a soft, dry lint-free cloth or camel-hair brush, avoiding abrasive chemicals, metal polishes, or water that could strip original gilding or lacquered patinas.
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