This French single light bronze sconce dates back to the late 19th century and features a multitude of details. The ornately cast arm ends in a cut glass globe, with the bulb as the staymen of the flower. The positioning of the downward facing bulb (impossible in candle burning fixtures) reflects the novelty of the electric light, invented shortly before this piece was created. The casting features whimsical details; note the face on the back plate, the face on the arm looking downward with the light, and the additional face on the arm near the backplate. The crescent shaped arm offers great movement and balance, combining with the floral bulb light to produce a beautiful French fixture.
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Pair of Napoleon III Bronze d’Ore Cornucopia Sconces
Item Number: 5649
This pair of French Napoleon III four branch sconces are cast in beautiful bronze d'ore and dates back to the 19th century. The pieces are made in the form of cornucopia with bronze d’ore candle cups and bobeches. The scroll arms are adorned with acanthus leaves. The back plate is also adorned with acanthus leaves, and topped by an overflowing, heavily detailed cornucopia of fruit and grapes.
Price: $15,000