How do I hang a heavy antique sconce?

Wall sconces require secure fixing into solid masonry or direct attachment to wall studs using appropriate screws and rawlplugs. Due to the weight of cast bronze and carved giltwood, plasterboard alone cannot support them safely. Consult a professional electrician or installer if the sconce has been adapted for electricity or requires secure load-bearing support on older lath and plaster walls.

Are these sconces wired for electricity?

Many antique wall lights retain their original configuration or have undergone conversion for electrical wiring at various points in their history. Examine each individual listing to determine whether the piece holds candles or accommodates electrical fittings. Buyers should have a qualified electrician inspect any vintage wiring before connecting it to a domestic mains supply to ensure safety and compliance.

How do I distinguish Louis XV Revival from Neoclassical styles?

Louis XV Revival pieces feature asymmetrical scrolls, flowing organic lines, and exuberant Rococo ornamentation. They emphasise curves and natural asymmetry derived from eighteenth-century French design. Neoclassical pieces rely on symmetry, straight lines, urn motifs, and classical architectural details inspired by ancient Greece and Rome.