Pair of Mid-20th Century Italian Wall Sconces w/ Floral Motifs - 25½"

This elegant pair of Italian gilt-metal wall sconces, mid-20th century, bloom with scrolling branches and stylized blossoms arranged around three lights each. Hand-formed leaves curl outward in rhythmic arcs, while the flower-shaped bobeches cradle candle-form sockets with faux drip sleeves. The warm, softly burnished gold finish catches and scatters the light, emphasizing their sculptural form and adding texture and shimmer to the surface. Timewear to the gilding, small areas of rubbing, and gentle oxidation enhance the character of the patina without detracting from their decorative impact.

Generous in scale yet airy in composition, these sconces frame a console, mirror, or doorway beautifully, adding height and movement to an interior. They read particularly well against plaster, limewashed, or dark painted walls, where the gilding comes alive with contrast. Equally suited to a traditional scheme with giltwood and marble or to a more eclectic setting with contemporary furnishings, they bring a touch of Italianate glamour. Paired with dimmed bulbs, the sconces cast a warm, romantic glow while serving as striking wall-mounted sculpture.