Pair of 5-Arm Rococo Wall Lights, c. 1880
£540
A pair of 5-armed Rococo-style wall lights, with a scrolling leaf pattern from the backplate through the arms to the nozzles and pans. Of larger scale than commonly encountered, with French candles fitted.
At a Glance
- Period
- c. 1880
- Origin
- France
- Materials
- Brass, Glass
- Lights
- 5
- Suitability
- Drawing Room, Reception Room, Dining Room
Catalogue Notes
- Five arms per wall light with scrolling leaf pattern throughout
- Assorted French plaques, pear drops and flat-fronted alberts for adornment
- Larger than typical scale, suited to rooms of higher ceiling
- Supplied with candles fitted
- Electrification available at additional cost on request
Restoration by G&P Cohn
Hand cleaned in the workshop; frame checked and prepared for hanging.
Electrification —Not yet electrified. Wiring can be undertaken at additional cost on request.
Condition
Sound and complete. Assorted French plaques, pear drops and flat-fronted alberts retained throughout.
Our Opinion
A generously scaled Rococo pair, unusually dressed with mixed French plaques rather than a single repeating drop. Best suited to a room where the arm span can be read fully and where candle use is acceptable to the setting.
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