Object Description
Set of five Neoclassical style gilt bronze sconces
French, 19th Century
Height 50cm, width 29cm, depth 15cm
The sconces in this set of five are crafted from gilt bronze in a distinctive Neoclassical style. Each sconce features two curved branches, each branch set below with a decorative scrolled foliate spray. The branches of each spring from a wonderfully ornate backplate: the top of the backplate features a cherub blowing twin horns, while the lower section is cast with rich foliate detailing, terminating at the bottom with lightly twisting ribbons.