Large pair of torch wall sconces, hands, Louis XVI style - bronze PETITOT - 2 pairs available.

Superb pair of imposing wall sconces in the Louis XVI style, dating from the second half of the 20th century. Made by the famous French lighting manufacturer Petitot. Crafted in bronze. Original gilding and patina in superb condition, exhibiting a beautiful shine. These sconces stand out for their particularly original composition: each wall part represents a hand firmly holding a torch. This is a true symmetrical pair, consisting of a right hand and a left hand, offering a perfectly balanced set. The torches feature an elegant fluted shaft, adorned with leafy motifs, and end at the bottom with a cluster of fruits. The finesse of the details and the quality of the chiseling testify to the care taken in their manufacture. A comparative photograph with a real hand allows for a better appreciation of the proportions of the sconces. The original tulips, made of molded and frosted glass, represent flames. They are in perfect condition and bear the inscription "FRANCE" (see second to last photo). The sconces bear the stamp "PETITOT" (see last photo). Electricity installed and tested. E14 adapters provided. Sconces ready to be installed. A second identical pair is also available, in the same excellent condition. Careful packaging ensured via Colissimo Recommandé to your home. Dimensions:  total height: 48.00 cm  total depth: 22.00 cm  width of the wall part: 10.20 cm  diameter of the tulips: 12.00 cm  weight of one pair: 6.60 kg(s) ❖ A LITTLE HISTORY ❖ Founded in Paris at the end of the 19th century by Alexandre Adolphe Petitot, the prestigious Petitot house has established itself as a reference in the manufacture of high-quality French lighting, particularly thanks to its remarkable Art Deco creations from the 1920s-1930s. Renowned for the excellence of its bronzes, the finesse of its chiseling, and the refinement of its creations, it has also perpetuated French know-how through sumptuous chandeliers and sconces in the styles of Louis XV, Louis XVI, and Empire.