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Wall Sconce

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Wall Sconce by Baccarat. Two rounded, opaque glass light globes are on either side. The glass globes are etched with a circular floral design at the bottom. They are attached to ornate metal arms with a floral design. The arms are joined to a center piece with a hanging crystal element. The center piece features a putti statue on top. The putti has curly hair. The putti holds an object in one hand and a drape behind its back. The background is plain and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1853
Medium
Gilt bronze, glass
Dimensions
600 × 411 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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