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Exquisite pair of Neoclassic hand carved and 23K water gilt wall sconces or girandoles. Sconces have a small shelf, presumably …
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Exquisite pair of Neoclassic hand carved and 23K water gilt wall sconces or girandoles. Sconces have a small shelf, presumably for displaying a small vase or figurine. Each sconce has 2 metal arms with giltwood elements and candle cups with Adams style decoration. Sconces have been retrofitted for electric with exterior wiring and use 2 - 40 watt max candleabra "B" base incandescent bulbs. Age appropriate wear and patina. Likely 19th Century, possibly earlier and of English or French origin.
27" tall X 11-1/2" W X 5" projection. Inventory #P2181.
Provenance: The collection of Mr. & Mrs. Charles Fleischmann III. Prolific collectors of American, British and French antiques, early American maritime art, Chinese export porcelain and Grand Tour objects, the Fleischmanns would later donate more than 3,000 pieces to the Cincinnati Art Museum.
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- Dimensions
- 11.5ʺW × 5ʺD × 27ʺL
- Lamp Shade
- Not Included
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Giltwood
- Mirror
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Design Modified, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gold
- Power Sources
- Up to 120V (US Standard)
- Hardwired
- Condition Notes
Age appropriate patina and wear. Originally candle sconces, these are currently being rewired and some minor restoration to gilt elements.
A professional electrician has rewired this piece to be in working order.
Age appropriate patina and wear. Originally candle sconces, these are currently being rewired and some minor restoration to gilt elements.
A professional electrician has rewired this piece to be in working order. less
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