Pair Of Giltwood Wall Sconces – Second Empire Period – Louis XVI Style

Pair of Giltwood Wall Sconces – Second Empire Period – Louis XVI Style

An elegant pair of finely carved and giltwood wall sconces from the Second Empire period (Napoleon III), in the Louis XVI style. Each sconc features a rich neoclassical design centered on an elegant covered vase with a flame-shaped handle, adorned with finely chiseled laurel garlands. The lower section extends two gracefully curved light arms with foliate scrolls and acanthus motifs, each supporting a candle holder with a scalloped bobèche. The whole rests on a carved base, emphasizing the balance and symmetry characteristic of the Louis XVI style. The carving is lavish, with meticulous attention to detail in the reliefs and decorative elements. The original gilding has developed a beautiful, warm patina, highlighting the volumes and ornamentation. This decorative and refined pair will find its perfect place in a classic interior, a reinterpreted 18th-century setting, or a Napoleon III ensemble. Period: 19th century, Second Empire Style: Louis XVI Material: Carved and gilded wood