How do I mount twin branch sconces?

Most twin branch sconces attach to walls via a central screw hole or mounting bracket integrated into the rear backplate. Professional installation is recommended if the fixtures are wired for electricity. Heavier cast bronze or carved giltwood examples require wall anchors suited to plaster or masonry to support their weight safely.

Are these sconces electrified?

The pieces listed across this page include both original candle-holding sconces and examples converted for electricity over their lifespan. Buyers should examine individual listings to confirm whether wiring is present. Unconverted pieces retain their original drip pans and socket cups intended strictly for wax candles.

What is the difference between a sconce and a girandole?

A standard wall sconce mounts to the wall to support candles or light bulbs without necessarily featuring reflective surfaces. A girandole specifically incorporates glass, crystal drops, or a mirrored backplate designed to bounce light into the room. Both terms occasionally overlap in nineteenth-century terminology.