Pair Of Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces With A Quiver And Antique-style Vase - Louis XVI Style - 19th Century

This elegant pair of two-light wall sconces is a very fine piece of high-quality craftsmanship from the second half of the 19th century, during the Napoleon III period. They elegantly showcase the neoclassical style of the late 18th century. The central stem, resembling a quiver of crossed arrows, is surmounted by an antique-style baluster vase adorned with laurel garlands and scrollwork finials. The lower section concludes with a beautiful acanthus seed finial, providing perfect balance to the whole. The lights, with their graceful, foliate curves, support candle holders with cups chased with daisy motifs. The fine, high-quality chasing and the original gilding most likely indicate Parisian production. The reverse reveals careful sand casting and threaded rod mounting typical of the 19th century. Very good condition. Free shipping within France and Corsica.