Pair of mirrored wall sconces in engraved glass and giltwood, Italy, circa 1950
350 €
An elegant pair of two-branch wall sconces, Italian or Venetian-style work dating from the mid-20th century (circa 1950).
Each sconce comprises a shaped and curved mirror plate with bevelled edge, forming the reflector back. The glass is richly intaglio-engraved and enhanced with gilded and sanded motifs, depicting at the summit a stylised foliate design flanked by stars, together with broad foliate scrolls bordering the contours.
The lower structure supporting the two light branches is executed in carved giltwood with an antique patina.
The curved arms with double moulding support moulded drip-pans. The backs are in the original plywood.
Very good overall condition.
Original electrification.
Height 60 cm — Width 40 cm — Depth 20 cm — Weight 5,400 g the pair
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