Are these lamps converted from old candles?

Many items in this category began life as actual candleholders or candelabra before receiving electrical wiring during conversion. Other pieces were manufactured directly as electric lamps during the early twentieth century. Both converted and purpose-built examples retain the classic branching form and decorative metalwork characteristic of the period styles they represent.

Where should I place a candelabra lamp?

Table lamps and smaller candelabra work well on sideboards, mantelpieces, or large desks where their multiple branches can provide ambient illumination. Standard lamps and large floor-standing units suit corners of reception rooms or beside seating areas. Because many designs incorporate crystal drops or extensive metal arms, positioning them away from heavy traffic prevents accidental knocks while allowing light to reflect off nearby surfaces.

How do I identify the period of a lamp?

Dating relies on stylistic clues such as the symmetry of French Rococo Revival pieces, the restraint of Neoclassical designs, or the plain utility of Arts and Crafts brassware. Materials like gilt bronze, cast brass, and nickel plating also point to specific decades between the mid-nineteenth century and nineteen-thirty. Construction details, including wiring access points, screw types, and casting marks, help confirm whether a piece dates from the eighteen-eighties or the Edwardian era.

What maintenance do these brass and crystal lamps need?

Dusting metal surfaces with a dry, soft cloth preserves the original gilt or brass finish without stripping away aged patination. Crystal pendants and glass drops can be gently cleaned in place with a mild glass cleaner applied to a cloth. Harsh chemical polishes should be avoided on antique gilt bronze and ormolu, as they can permanently damage the delicate surface layers.

Home > Vintage Candelabra Lamp > Page 2

Vintage Candelabra Lamp

27 items · page 2 of 2

← Page 2 of 2 →

A vintage candelabra lamp combines the branching form of historical candleholders with domestic electric wiring to create a striking focal point.

1900 - 1920

Save

Silvered Standard Lamp

From Shackladys Antiques

£745

3+ MONTHS AGO

lighting

1900 - 1920

Save

Twin Branch Lamp Circa1920

From Frank Craig Antiques

£350

3+ MONTHS AGO

lighting

A French Empire Parcel-gilt-bronze Candelabra Lamp !9th C

19th century

Save

A French Empire Parcel-gilt-bronze Candelabra Lamp !9th C

From Bushells Antiques

£995

3+ MONTHS AGO

lighting

1900 - 1920

Save

A Pair of Antique French Girondelle

From Crystal Corner Antique Chandeliers

£650

3+ MONTHS AGO

lighting

A Pair of Three Light Antique French Table Lamps

1900 - 1920

Save

A Pair of Three Light Antique French Table Lamps

From Crystal Corner Antique Chandeliers

£650

3+ MONTHS AGO

lighting

1900 - 1920

Save

A Pair of English Candelabra Lamps

From Crystal Corner Antique Chandeliers

£950

3+ MONTHS AGO

lighting

Early 20thc French Ormalu Four Branch Candelabrum

1900 - 1920

Save

Early 20thc French Ormalu Four Branch Candelabrum

From Church Street Antiques & Interiors

£850

3+ MONTHS AGO

lighting

Wonderful 1920 Three Branch Table Chandelier French

1900 - 1920

Save

Wonderful 1920 Three Branch Table Chandelier French

From Antiques Affair

£340

3+ MONTHS AGO

lighting

Antique French Altar Candelabra Gilded Bronze

19th century

Save

Antique French Altar Candelabra Gilded Bronze

From Antiques Affair

£480

3+ MONTHS AGO

lighting

Pair Table Chandeliers Tête-à-tête Brass and Crystal

1900 - 1920

Save

Pair Table Chandeliers Tête-à-tête Brass and Crystal

From Antiques Affair

£480

3+ MONTHS AGO

lighting

Listings feature items from the 1850s through to the 1930s, encompassing French Empire, Arts and Crafts, and Rococo Revival styles in brass, bronze, and crystal.

Pair Napoleon III Style Converted Table Chanddeliers Bronze and Crystal

19th century

Save

Pair Napoleon III Style Converted Table Chanddeliers Bronze and Crystal

From Antiques Affair

£660

3+ MONTHS AGO

lighting

← 1 2 →

Vintage Candelabra Lamp

Silvered Standard Lamp

Twin Branch Lamp Circa1920

A French Empire Parcel-gilt-bronze Candelabra Lamp !9th C

A Pair of Antique French Girondelle

A Pair of Three Light Antique French Table Lamps

A Pair of English Candelabra Lamps

Early 20thc French Ormalu Four Branch Candelabrum

Wonderful 1920 Three Branch Table Chandelier French

Antique French Altar Candelabra Gilded Bronze

Pair Table Chandeliers Tête-à-tête Brass and Crystal

Pair Napoleon III Style Converted Table Chanddeliers Bronze and Crystal

Add keywords to the filter

Price

Era

Movements

Material

Origin

Stock Location

Freshness

Online Payments

Categories