Pair vintage palm tree wall lights sconces, crystal on gold plated, 1970's ca Italian

Gently cleaned respecting the vintage patina. Newly rewired, earthed, pat tested & ready to install. New candle clear flame tip light bulbs included. It is possible to use these sconces in other countries although it may be necessary to purchase different light bulbs suitable to local electricity. While these lights are not stamped, they have many of the features of the designs of gaetano sciolari: quality crystals on gold plated frame, complementary polished & matt finishes on a sleek modernist design. They are in the style of `deconstructivism`. The component parts have been delineate and executed in different materials (textured brass, gold gilt & crystal) to accentuate this fragmentation. The result, part minimalist part cubist, is interesting, sophisticated & sculptural. The removable `wave-like` clear crystals in the shape of palm leaves insert, two either side of the column. They have an `optical` quality adding depth & reflections. The combination of polished & matt finishes are typical of sciolari`s designs. To fit to the wall there are two holes on each frame from which two brass pegs screw to a removable grey metal bracket on the back. Each light carries 2 standard small screw light bulbs (e14) up to 40 watts. Good vintage condition. All the crystals are present with no chips or cracks. The frames are sound with no damages. The vintage patina has been preserved on the metal. The gilt finish is uniform with some age patina such as minor rubbing, light very subtle tiny marks in places. All in line with age & wear. Taxes & duties: please kindly note when purchasing from outside the united kingdom that the purchase price paid here on this directory does not cover any possible local taxes or import duties which will be the buyer's responsibility. If there are any duties to pay on this item, the courier will contact the buyer prior to delivery, while this item is in transit to pay these duties in order to release it from customs and deliver.

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