Pair of 5-Arm Rococo Wall Lights, c. 1880
Sold — ArchiveA 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
- Dimensions
- H: 40cm × W: 36cm
- 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.
This Piece Has Now Been Sold
This antique light has found a new home. G&P Cohn regularly acquires and restores similar antique chandeliers, lanterns, wall lights and candelabra.
For over 70 years we have sourced exceptional antique lighting. If you are looking for something similar, we would be delighted to help.
Preserved in our archive as a record of pieces handled by G&P Cohn since 1954.
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