White Sconces Appraisal

Pair of White Crown-Motif Wall Sconce Candle Holders

These are a pair of decorative wall-mounted Sconce-style candle holders, designed to resemble ornate crowns or coronets. Each piece is crafted from a rigid material, likely metal or a durable resin, and features a uniformly matte white finish. The construction exhibits intricate detailing, characteristic of rococo or baroque revival styles, with significant openwork and curvilinear elements. Each 'crown' consists of a circular base band, adorned with evenly spaced, raised spherical motifs, suggesting a beaded or pearl-like rim. From this base band, a series of scrollwork and stylized foliate elements (resembling acanthus leaves) ascend upwards, forming the 'points' of the crown. The upper sections culminate in delicate, intertwining scrolls, with one piece appearing to have a small, spherical finial at its apex. Below the circular base, three elegantly curved, volute-like supports extend downwards, designed to provide stability when mounted and potentially to hold a candle or small object. These supports also feature subtle decorative elements at their lower tips. The overall condition appears good, with no obvious major damage, chips, or cracks visible, suggesting the white finish is well-maintained. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures in the provided images, making it difficult to ascertain the exact manufacturer or precise age, though their style suggests an early to mid-20th century decorative revival piece, possibly mass-produced for home decor. The craftsmanship is consistent for decorative pieces of this type, with attention to detail in the mold or casting process.