Pair of Maison Charles Sconces in Louis XVI Style with Two Arms in Bronze with a Flaming Torch, Signed. Circa 1970

Each sconce features a shaft in the form of a torch with cabled fluting, ending in a seed point and surmounted by a flame chased with virtuosity. Two foliate scrolled light arms spring from it, carrying cups and candle cups underlined by bead friezes, fitted with faux candles. The finely chased and gilt bronze attests to execution of great quality.

This model with a flaming torch is a production of Maison Charles, a Parisian art bronze-caster founded in 1908, which under the impulse of the Charles brothers became one of the references for period and modern lighting of the 1960s–1970s. The present signature authenticates this prestigious provenance.

Condition report: Good general condition. Gilt bronze with a fine, even patina, crisp chasing, faux candles in good condition. Wiring to be checked before use. A signed pair of great elegance, to frame a mirror, a fireplace or a headboard.