Set of 5 vintage wall lamps in gilt brass & crystals by Gaetano Sciolari, 1960s

Gaetano Sciolari sconces wall lights, set of 5, with gold plated gilt brass frames & 160 dangling crystals in the Neoclassical style, rewired, 1960’s ca, Italian. These vintage wall lights have been gently cleaned while respecting the aged patina. They are newly rewired & earthed, PAT tested by an electrician and ready to install. They have 5 new lamp holders and 5 new lampshades. It is possible to use these sconces in other countries although it may be necessary to purchase different light bulbs suitable to local electricity. These lights can be use with a dimmer. This elegant set of vintage wall lights by Gaetano Sciolari are a reinterpretation of the traditional Neoclassical sconce. Key design features such as the scrolling leaves, fluted columns and dangling crystals are kept simple for a Modern clean look. They have Italian craftsmanship and attention to detail, emphasized with the use of polished & satin gilt finishes. The metal frames are quality cast and have a good weight. These lights would suit a range of interiors such as Antique, Traditional, Hollywood Regency, or Contemporary. Gaetano Sciolari’s company was based in Rome, the original maker’s label ’SCIOLARI ROMA’ is still present behind four of the bases. The wall brackets are also stamped ’SCIOLARI’, as photographed. At the centre of each frame there is a circular base in gilt brass with satin finish. This is has a stepped edge in the Neoclassical style. From this base a single arm with a reeded effect and satin finish reaches forward. One end of the arm leads to the lamp holder. Before the lamp holder there are decorative leaves either side followed by a reeded column & reeded bobeche. The ’top’ end of the arm is attached to the base, this end has a pair of decorative leaves attached to a Neoclassical amphora style finial. The design motif & quality casting is the same in all 5 lights although in some sconces these back leaves are attached in slightly different positions. This composition has both polished and satin finishes; the contrast creates different reflections & depth. Additional dimensions: The total dimensions with shades on is: Height: 36 cm, Width: 13 cm, Depth: 19 cm. The frame alone without the shades is: Height: 26 cm, Width: 13 cm, Depth: 13 cm. The round base that attaches to the wall has a diameter of 10.5 cm. The lampshade alone is: Height: 9.5 cm, Diameter at the bottom: 14 cm, Diameter at the top: 7 cm