Pair of large ormolu hall sconces, formerly gas-operated, with four scrolled or straight arms of light decorated with leaves, with flowery crown cups and gadrooned handles. Long openwork plates decorated with fleurons and quatrefoils. Eclectic style from the second half of the 19th century. Plate height: 57 cm. - Total height: 65 cm. Modified lock fixing pins. One wick replaced; wear to the gilding and minor oxidation.

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