G&P Cohn Est. 1954
    Antique gilt-bronze wall light — G&P Cohn antique lighting specialists
    Since 1954

    Antique Wall Lights For Sale

    A considered selection of antique wall lights and sconces, in gilt brass, bronze, ormolu, crystal and ceramic, drawn from a range of European traditions.

    We are happy to advise on pairs, sets and matching configurations suited to a particular room or scheme.

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    About the Collection

    About the Wall Light Collection

    Wall lights occupy an important place in the history of period interiors, providing intimate, low-level illumination that complements the central chandelier. Our collection includes Louis XV and Louis XVI ormolu appliques, English Regency cut-glass sconces, Empire and Restauration bronze examples, and later Edwardian and Belle Époque pieces.

    We give particular consideration to symmetry and provenance, offering matched pairs and larger sets wherever possible — important for the proportion and balance of a panelled room, hallway or staircase.

    Each wall light is cleaned, repaired where necessary, and rewired to current safety standards using sympathetic, period-appropriate flex. Original gilding, patination and back-plates are preserved wherever possible.

    Antique Lighting Specialists Since 1954

    Workshop Prepared

    Before a wall light is offered for sale it is inspected in our workshop and sympathetically prepared, with cleaning and repair undertaken where required so that original brasswork, gilding, back-plates and glass are retained.

    Sympathetic Rewiring

    Where required, antique wall lights are rewired for modern electrical use with period-appropriate flex, so that the fitting is ready to use while its period appearance is left unaltered.

    View At Our Workshop

    All wall lights currently offered for sale can be viewed by appointment at our workshop, giving you the opportunity to inspect a piece for yourself before making a decision.

    Available Pieces

    Currently in the Collection

    Our stock changes as pieces are acquired, restored and sold. All items shown are available to view by appointment at our workshop.

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    Pair of 3-Arm Louis XVI-Style Ormolu Wall Lights, c. 1920

    Pair of 3-Arm Louis XVI-Style Ormolu Wall Lights, c. 1920

    A French Louis XVI-style pair of 3-arm ormolu brass wall lights with richly chased brasswork throughout, dating from the beginning of the 20th century. Each wall light has a ribbon backplate suspending a midnight-blue enamelled elongated vase, surmounted by vine branches and bunches of grapes. The vine and grape motif carries throughout, with further grapes and flowers above arm height and a bow to the top. A grape finial hangs at the lower terminal.

    £3,000

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    Pair of Early-Victorian Cut-Glass 2-Arm Wall Lights, c. 1840

    Pair of Early-Victorian Cut-Glass 2-Arm Wall Lights, c. 1840

    A twin-branch cut-glass pair of wall lights with a large star-rosette-shaped backplate, dating from the early 19th century.

    £600

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    Pair of 2-Arm Wall Lights With Cut-Glass Strings & Medallions, c. 1910

    Pair of 2-Arm Wall Lights With Cut-Glass Strings & Medallions, c. 1910

    A pair of 2-arm wall lights of the early 20th century. Solid arms lead to heavily cut glass pans dressed with early-Victorian octagonal buttons and pear drops. Each backplate carries an urn and flaming torch finial at the top, two rams' heads flanking an ornamental swag midway down, and an intricately cut glass medallion within an oval brass frame at the base.

    £550

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    Pair of 5-Arm Rococo Wall Lights, c. 1880

    Pair of 5-Arm Rococo Wall Lights, c. 1880

    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.

    £540

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    Pair Of 3-Arm Rococo Wall Lights, c. 1930

    Pair Of 3-Arm Rococo Wall Lights, c. 1930

    A delightful pair of 3-arm Rococo-style wall lights, with the characteristic asymmetrical leaf design from the back plate through the arms to the nozzle and pans.

    £475

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    Pair Of 2-Arm Ormolu Wall Lights With Bow & Tassel, c. 1920

    Pair Of 2-Arm Ormolu Wall Lights With Bow & Tassel, c. 1920

    This is a fine pair of ormolu two-arm French Louis XVI revival bow & tassel wall lights. With their extended backplate, they have a rich and gilded appearance.

    £350

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    Pair Of 3-Arm "Ribbon Tassel" Brass Wall Lights, c. 1920

    Pair Of 3-Arm "Ribbon Tassel" Brass Wall Lights, c. 1920

    A large, impressive pair of 3-arm brass wall lights that date from the early part of the 20th century, with elaborately decorated hollow arms and chased detailing. The pair are in great condition with a good patina.

    £450

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    Set of 3 (plus 1 similar) twin-branch Czech glass wall lights, c. 1950

    Set of 3 (plus 1 similar) twin-branch Czech glass wall lights, c. 1950

    This is a pretty set of 3 (plus one very similar) twin-branch Czech cut-glass wall lights with a circular silver back plate that date from the middle of the 20th century. They have been professionally rewired and tested in our workshop.

    £600

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    Pair Of 2-Arm French Brass & Glass Wall Lights, c. 1950

    Pair Of 2-Arm French Brass & Glass Wall Lights, c. 1950

    Two elegant wall lights furnished with plaques and rosettes that would light up any dark hallway or alcove. A lovely glass bubble sits at the bottom of the attractive backplate and a beautiful star adorns the pinnacle.

    £280

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    Set Of Four Single-Arm Brass & Glass Wall Lights, c. 1920

    Set Of Four Single-Arm Brass & Glass Wall Lights, c. 1920

    This set of stylish single-arm brass and cut-glass wall lights are adorned with coffin drops, plaques and pretty rosettes. A beautiful swan-neck arm extends out from an impressive backplate to the candle holder which is shaped like a flower. They have been rewired, PAT tested and repinned in our workshop and are ready for installation.

    £300

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    Set Of Three 2-Arm Gilded Brass Wall Lights, c. 1930

    Set Of Three 2-Arm Gilded Brass Wall Lights, c. 1930

    This is a set of three gilded-brass wall sconces, in the Sheraton-Georgian style, that date from between the wars. They have foliate decoration on the pans and hollow twin arms, a tapering backplate, and an urn and pineapple finial on top.

    £300

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    Pair Of 2-Arm French Wall Lights, c. 1920

    Pair Of 2-Arm French Wall Lights, c. 1920

    A charming pair of 2-arm brass and glass wall lights dating from the early part of the 20th century. They are French in style and are tastefully decorated with an assortment of pear drops, coffin drops, plaques and rosettes. They have been rewired, PAT tested and repinned in our workshop and are ready to be installed.

    £260

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    Pair Of 2-Arm French Wall Lights With Glass Pans, c. 1920

    Pair Of 2-Arm French Wall Lights With Glass Pans, c. 1920

    This pair of French-style, 2-arm brass and glass wall lights are accessorised with coffin drops and plaques and a pretty rosette. The arms are saddled with an ornate cut-glass bobeche drip pan. They have been rewired, PAT tested and repinned in our workshop and are ready to be installed.

    £260

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    Large Pair Of Torch Wall Lights With Flambeau Shades, c. 1930

    Large Pair Of Torch Wall Lights With Flambeau Shades, c. 1930

    A striking pair of torch wall lights with Art Deco flambeau glass shades dating from the early part of the 20th century.

    £420

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    Pair Of 2-Arm Knole-Style Wall Lights, c. 1950

    Pair Of 2-Arm Knole-Style Wall Lights, c. 1950

    These beautifully detailed brass wall lights, named after the majestic chandeliers at Knole Park in Kent, would look stunning in any dining room or hallway.

    £360

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    Pair Of 3-Arm Bow & Wreath Wall Lights, c. 1930

    Pair Of 3-Arm Bow & Wreath Wall Lights, c. 1930

    This is a stunning pair of wall lights with a beautiful tied bow at the top and a wonderful basket of fruit at the centrepiece. They would add a touch of elegance to any hallway or dining room.

    £480

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    Pair Of 2-Arm Ormolu Bow & Wreath Wall Lights, c. 1920

    Pair Of 2-Arm Ormolu Bow & Wreath Wall Lights, c. 1920

    This fine pair of ormolu wall lights have a rich and gilded appearance.

    £440

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    Pair Of 2-Arm Adam-Style Wall Lights, c. 1930

    Pair Of 2-Arm Adam-Style Wall Lights, c. 1930

    This is an attractive pair of cast-brass, twin-arm wall lights in the Adam style, that date from the early part of the 20th century. They have 2 fluted arms with circular drip pans and nozzles issuing from a tapering cast backplate. They are nicely detailed with a swagged urn and flaming torch finial on top and pineapple at the bottom.

    £360

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    Pair Of Plaque Mirror Wall Lights, c. 1890

    Pair Of Plaque Mirror Wall Lights, c. 1890

    These are fine examples of an early plaque mirror wall light. They have a typical design with two heads adorning the top and bottom of the wall light.

    £350

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    Pair Of 3-Arm Empire-Style Wall Lights, c. 1880

    Pair Of 3-Arm Empire-Style Wall Lights, c. 1880

    These are a fine pair of brass wall lights dating from the late 19th century, with solid arms issuing from beautifully detailed back plates.

    £300

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    Pair Of Georgian-Style Wall Lights, c. 1930

    Pair Of Georgian-Style Wall Lights, c. 1930

    This is a pair of English brass wall sconces with twin arms and plain nozzles and pans.

    £396

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    Single Silver Wall Light, c. 1920

    Single Silver Wall Light, c. 1920

    This is a beautifully engraved wall light with a flame finial at the top and pineapple finial at the bottom.

    £220

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    Single 3-Arm Maria Theresa Wall Light, c. 1950

    Single 3-Arm Maria Theresa Wall Light, c. 1950

    This is a very pretty 3-arm Maria Theresa wall light, adorned with Czech glass pear drops, rosettes and buttons. It has a diamond-shaped brass back plate and three etched-glass pans.

    £144

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    Archive

    Previously Sold Wall Lights

    A selection of antique wall lights previously handled by G&P Cohn. Explore our Sold Archive to see further examples of pairs and sets that have passed through our collection.

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    If you are seeking a particular period, style, size or maker, you are welcome to get in touch. We are happy to discuss your requirements and advise on suitable items from current or forthcoming stock.

    Where we do not have an appropriate piece available, we can let you know when something relevant comes in.

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