French Turn of the Century Louis XVI Bronze & Crystal Sconce, Circa 1900s

Description

A stunning French turn of the century Louis XVI st. crystal and bronze sconce, attributed to Maison Bagues.
This two … more A stunning French turn of the century Louis XVI st. crystal and bronze sconce, attributed to Maison Bagues.
This two arm sconce is centered by a spectacular extremely decorative puttoin gold gilded bronze.
The two elegantly scrolled arms are adorned with lovely branch like designs with fine crystal leaves leading to lovely floral bobeches with a wonderful array of tear drop cut faceted crystal pendants and striking larger crystal pendants cut in a similar manner.

Maison Bagues Founded in Auvergne, France, in 1840 by Nicolas Baguès, the company originally specialized in the creation of liturgical bronzes.
Thanks to Baguès’ expansion into bronze lighting and the popularization of electricity, the business quickly found success. At the turn of the century, their chandeliers captured international interest, and soon Baguès began exporting to London, New York, Rome, Brussels, and Cairo.

Attributed to: Maison Baguès (Metalworker)
Dimensions: weight:775g height:26cm width:14cm depth:24cm
Power Source: Plug-in
Voltage: 110-150v
Lampshade: Not Included
Style: Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques: Crystal,Metal
Place of Origin: France
Period: Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture: 1900s
Condition: GoodWear consistent with age and use. less