How were candle style wall sconces used?

These fixtures served to illuminate hallways, drawing rooms, and bedchambers by projecting candlelight away from the wall surface. Mirrored versions were positioned specifically to reflect and maximise the available light from a limited number of tapers.

Are these wall sconces wired for electricity?

Pieces span a transitionary era, meaning some retain their original candle-holding configuration while others have been adapted for electric bulbs. Listings indicate whether a fixture operates as a traditional candle holder or utilises modern electric fittings.

How do I identify Victorian examples?

Victorian pieces frequently employ heavy brass, gilt and gesso, or ornate girandole mirror frames reflecting revivalist tastes. Stylistic cues draw heavily on historical motifs from French Rococo and Adam revivals popular during the nineteenth century.

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Candle style wall sconces bring historic illumination to interiors through brass, giltwood, and bronze forms designed to hold tapers.

Large Imposing Pair Napoleon III Wall Lights Bronze

19th century

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Large Imposing Pair Napoleon III Wall Lights Bronze

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£440

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Early 20th Century Carved Giltwood Mirror

1900 - 1920

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Early 20th Century Carved Giltwood Mirror

From Church Street Antiques & Interiors

£695

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Pair Art Nouveau Twin Arm Wall Lights Bronze

19th century

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Pair Art Nouveau Twin Arm Wall Lights Bronze

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£400

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Large and Impressive Pair of Early C20th French or Italian Carved Giltwood Twin Branch Wall-lights or Appliqués in the Mid C17th Louis XIV Manner.

1900 - 1920

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Large and Impressive Pair of Early C20th French or Italian Carved Giltwood Twin Branch Wall-lights or Appliqués in the Mid C17th Louis XIV Manner.

From M Lees and Sons

£1,250

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Candle Style Wall Sconces

Large Imposing Pair Napoleon III Wall Lights Bronze

Early 20th Century Carved Giltwood Mirror

Pair Art Nouveau Twin Arm Wall Lights Bronze

Large and Impressive Pair of Early C20th French or Italian Carved Giltwood Twin Branch Wall-lights or Appliqués in the Mid C17th Louis XIV Manner.

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