Pair of Tin Sconces
Origin: New England
Circa: 1820–1840
Materials & Dimensions: Sheet tin with original oxidized surface. Height 12 inches
Description:
This pair of tin sconces features oval backplates with radiating sunburst decoration and single candle cups. The design is both graphic and functional, reflecting the refined simplicity of early nineteenth-century New England metalwork.
The surfaces remain in a strong state of originality, with a rich oxidized patina that enhances their visual appeal and authenticity.
Provenance: Courcier and Wilkins, New York State