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Pair of American 19th Century Louis XVI St. Sconces Signed Caldwell

Name: Pair of American 19th Century Louis XVI St. Sconces Signed Caldwell
Brand: Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Price: 18900 USD
Availability: InStock

About the Item

A remarkable and extremely decorative pair of American 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and Wedgwood sconces signed Caldwell. Each two arm sconce is centered by a charming tassel and beautiful scrolled Rinceau and reeded elements below fine fitted Wedgwood plaques framed within a twisted rope like border and flanked by striking draped laurel garlands and swaging fabrics. The plaque to the left depicts a charming winged cherub draped in a lovely flowing garment while holding a bird above his head while the other is holding a sickle with a bundle of wheat over his shoulder. The elegantly curved arms display a fluted design in a rich satin and burnished finish leading to reeded bobeches and stout fluted candle cups. At the center is an additional striking larger fitted Wedgwood plaque also framed within a delicate twisted rope band with the sconce to the left depicting a maiden in an exquisite flowing dress scattering flower petals behind her while the sconce to the right depicts a beautiful maiden in a flowing rope with her hair in an updo holding a basket of flowers extended in front of her. The plaques are also encased with similar exceptional richly chased laurel garlands draped from Rinceau scrolls and acanthus leaves all below a superb palmette top finial. Edward F. Caldwell & Co. of New York City, was one of the premier designers and manufacturers of light fixtures and decorative metalwork from the late 19th to Mid-20th Century. Founded in 1895 by Edward F. Caldwell (1851–1914), the firm left a legacy of custom designed and finely made lanterns, chandeliers, ceiling and wall fixtures, floor and table lamps,that can be found today in many metropolitan area churches, public buildings, offices, clubs, and residences including, the White House (1902 renovation), St. Patrick's Cathedral, New York Public Library, and the Rockefeller center.

Creator:

Edward F. Caldwell & Co. (Maker)

Dimensions:

Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 2

Power Source:

Plug-in

Voltage:

110-150v

Lampshade:

Not Included

Style:

Louis XVI (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Ormolu,Wood

Place of Origin:

United States

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1800s

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

West Palm Beach, FL

Reference Number:

Seller: 131471stDibs: LU949933444902

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Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Edward F. Caldwell & Co. was among America’s preeminent lighting manufacturers of the late 19th to the mid-20th centuries, illuminating the halls and ceilings of some of the most notable buildings in the United States. In addition to St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City and the White House in Washington, D.C., the company’s masterful light fixtures also adorn the homes of some historically prominent figures, such as J.P. Morgan and Phillip Lehman.

The firm was founded in 1895 by American Edward F. Caldwell and Victor F. von Lossberg, a Latvia native who was raised in Russia. The founders became acquainted while working at Archer & Pancoast Manufacturing Company of New York, which produced gas lighting fixtures.

In 1901 Edward F. Caldwell & Co. opened a foundry, where the owners and the lighting artisans they recruited could explore a range of metalworking techniques and design styles. Caldwell and von Lossberg quickly rose to the top of the electric light manufacturing business with their shared vision, choosing to deliver quality elegant fixtures that frequently drew on historic European designs. The firm produced magnificent lighting pieces, as well as finely crafted decorative objects and mirrors. Their neoclassical designs borrowed heavily from Baroque and Rococo styles — Edward F. Caldwell & Co. also devised Art Deco fixtures during the 1920s — and favored bronze, silver, iron, copper and brass as their primary materials.

With construction on the rise in New York in the early 1900s, not many outfits could take on large-scale lighting contracts. With over 1,000 employees, Edward F. Caldwell & Co. could take on heavy commissions.

After Caldwell died in 1914, von Lossberg carried the company until he died in 1942. Edward F. Caldwell & Co. closed its doors owing to financial troubles in 1959.

Today manufacturer’s work can be seen all across New York City — including at the Bank of Manhattan and the famous Waldorf Astoria hotel — and Edward F. Caldwell & Co. creations are highly sought after by lighting and decor enthusiasts.

On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage Edward F. Caldwell & Co. table lamps, chandeliers and pendants, sconces and floor lamps.