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Antique Set of 4 French Silver Plated Wall Lights Appliques Circa 1900
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Antique Set of 4 French Silver Plated Wall Lights Appliques Circa 1900

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Regent Antiques
Description

This is a fine antique set of four  French Baroque revival silver-plated wall lights circa 1900.

They feature shaped shield backs decorated with acanthus leaves, 'S' scrolls lattice centre panels, issuing three scrolling candle arms with campana urn nozzles, and late fitted for electricity.

Add an elegant touch to your home with this decorative pair of ormolu candle wall lights.

Provenance

Private collection, Aberdeenshire

Condition:

In excellent working condition, having been cleaned and rewired.

Please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 45 cm x Width 43 cm x Depth 35 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 1 foot, 6 inches x Width 1 foot, 5 inches x Depth 1 foot, 2 inches

Ormolu

(from French 'or moulu', signifying ground or pounded gold) is an 18th-century English term for applying finely ground, high-carat gold in a mercury amalgam to an object of bronze. The mercury is driven off in a kiln, leaving behind a gold-coloured veneer known as 'gilt bronze'.

The manufacture of true ormolu employs a process known as mercury-gilding or fire-gilding, in which a solution of nitrate of mercury is applied to a piece of copper, brass, or bronze, followed by the application of an amalgam of gold and mercury. The item was then exposed to extreme heat until the mercury burned off and the gold remained, adhered to the metal object.

Our reference: A5267

Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated these French Silver Wall Appliques to the 1900s.

Independent Date Check ID 09511622
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques Date1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 105-140 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1900s:
Crisp relief casting with matted backgrounds: late nineteenth-century French foundry casting.
Electroplated silver over cast metal: finish introduced during the Victorian period.
Three-arm branches bolted into central bosses: standard turn-of-the-century assembly.
Campana nozzles and foliate drip pans: classical revival detailing from the 1900s.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1215946
Dealers Internal Reference
A5267
Description
This is a fine antique set of four  French Baroque revival silver-plated wall lights circa 1900.
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They feature shaped shield backs decorated with acanthus leaves, 'S' scrolls lattice centre panels, issuing three scrolling candle arms with campana urn nozzles, and late fitted for electricity.
Regent Antiques
fig 1. A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders.
fig 1. Antique Set of 4 French Silver Plated Wall Lights Appliques Circa 1900

Add an elegant touch to your home with this decorative pair of ormolu candle wall lights.

Provenance

Private collection, Aberdeenshire

Condition:

In excellent working condition, having been cleaned and rewired.

fig 2. A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders.
fig 2. Antique Set of 4 French Silver Plated Wall Lights Appliques Circa 1900

Please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 45 cm x Width 43 cm x Depth 35 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 1 foot, 6 inches x Width 1 foot, 5 inches x Depth 1 foot, 2 inches

Ormolu

(from French 'or moulu', signifying ground or pounded gold) is an 18th-century English term for applying finely ground, high-carat gold in a mercury amalgam to an object of bronze. The mercury is driven off in a kiln, leaving behind a gold-coloured veneer known as 'gilt bronze'.

fig 3. A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders.
fig 3. Antique Set of 4 French Silver Plated Wall Lights Appliques Circa 1900

The manufacture of true ormolu employs a process known as mercury-gilding or fire-gilding, in which a solution of nitrate of mercury is applied to a piece of copper, brass, or bronze, followed by the application of an amalgam of gold and mercury. The item was then exposed to extreme heat until the mercury burned off and the gold remained, adhered to the metal object.

Our reference: A5267

Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated these French Silver Wall Appliques to the 1900s.

Independent Date Report ID 09511622
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques dating1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 105-140 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1900s:
Crisp relief casting with matted backgrounds: late nineteenth-century French foundry casting.
Electroplated silver over cast metal: finish introduced during the Victorian period.
Three-arm branches bolted into central bosses: standard turn-of-the-century assembly.
Campana nozzles and foliate drip pans: classical revival detailing from the 1900s.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1215946
Dealers Internal Ref
A5267
Regent Antiques
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We specialise in english and continental furniture, silver, porcelain and decorative items.

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A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders.
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Archive I A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders.

Antique Set of 4 French Silver Plated Wall Lights Appliques Circa 1900

Archive II A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders. View II
Archive III A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders. View III
Archive IV A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders. View IV
Archive V A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders. View V
Archive VI A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders. View VI
Archive VII A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders. View VII
Archive VIII A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders. View VIII
Archive IX A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders. View IX
Archive X A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders. View X
Archive XI A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders. View XI
Archive XII A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders. View XII
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A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders.
Antique Set of 4 French Silver Plated Wall Lights Appliques Circa 1900
Ref: SA1215946
A matching set of four silver-plated three-arm French Rococo style wall appliques featuring ornate foliage scrollwork and candle-shaped bulb holders.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Lights
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Rococo
  • MaterialSilver Plate, Metal
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsAcanthus leaf scrollwork, Three-arm branches, Candle sleeves, Ornate cast backplate
  • SizeH 45 cm (18 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 35 cm (14 in)

This set of four French Baroque revival wall lights dates from circa 1900 and exhibits a silver-plated finish in silver. Each piece incorporates a shaped shield back decorated with acanthus leaves, 'S' scrolls, and lattice centre panels, issuing three scrolling candle arms with campana urn nozzles, candle-shaped bulb holders, and pointed finials. The metal shows a polished reflective surface across the ornate cast backplate and scrolling branches. The set measures 45 cm high, 43 cm wide, and 35 cm deep. Position these wall appliques in a living room, hallway, or dining room to illuminate narrow wall spaces with period character. They provide functional wall-mounted lighting while adding decorative symmetry to an interior scheme through their detailed floral and leaf motifs.

FAQs

French Rococo wall appliques, originating in the 18th century and revived during the late 19th century, feature asymmetrical curves, flowing acanthus leaf motifs, and ornate cast detail designed to reflect candlelight across grand interiors.

During the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, quality wall lights were typically cast in solid brass or bronze before being finished with silver plating, gilding, or patination to complement period interior decor.

Authentic period sconces often exhibit hand-chased surface details, visible casting seams on the reverse, threaded assembly components, and natural wear or tarnish to the silver-plated finish near joints and high points.

Silver-plated sconces provide striking architectural contrast when mounted against dark or textured walls, flanking a central artwork or mirror in dining rooms, hallways, and formal living areas.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth. Avoid harsh chemical polishes that can strip delicate silver plating; instead, use a specialised silver cloth or mild soapy water applied sparingly with a soft sponge, drying immediately.
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