1950s Spanish Empire Cast Brass Dragon Sconces With Cut-Glass Acorn Shades - Set of 4

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Spectacular and Exceptionally Rare Set of Four (4) 1950s Spanish Empire Style Cast Brass Wall Sconces with Heavy Artisan Hand-Blown … Read more Spectacular and Exceptionally Rare Set of Four (4) 1950s Spanish Empire Style Cast Brass Wall Sconces with Heavy Artisan Hand-Blown Cut Glass Acorn Shades. Masterfully handcrafted in Spain circa 1950s. Professionally restored, fully rewired, safely grounded, and showroom-ready.

Elevate your interior architecture with this magnificent, highly sculptural set of four mid-century modernist wall light fixtures. Executed in the grand French Empire Revival style with strong Hollywood Regency undertones, each sconce features an extraordinary, solid cast brass backplate intricately chased with classical acanthus leaf swags and radial fluting. The theatrical highlight of these fixtures is the breathtaking, architectural sweeping arm cast in the powerful zoomorphic form of a mythical winged Dragon or Griffin head, masterfully holding a matching ornate brass fitter collar with three securing structural screws.

The dragon fitters coordinate a phenomenal set of original, thick-walled artisan hand-blown cut glass shades sculpted in the classic "Acorn" lantern silhouette. The glass displays beautiful organic variations with occasional charming trapped air bubbles—a testament to mid-century hand-blown craftsmanship—and features an exceptional hand-cut diamond (criss-cross) geometric frieze pattern. When illuminated, the light passes brilliantly through the clear glass and its hand-cut facets, creating a magical, theatrical play of crystalline geometric refraction and elegant shadowed patterns on the surrounding walls.

DESIGNER NOTE & CROSS-PROMOTION:
We currently have two distinct variations of this magnificent dragon cast brass model available in our gallery. This specific listing features the brilliant hand-blown cut-glass acorn shades, while our matching sister set features heavy textured cream "Scavo" stone-like glass globes. This unique availability offers an unparalleled opportunity to seamlessly coordinate custom lighting themes across adjacent formal spaces, hallways, or libraries within a single high-end residential estate. You can find our sister set in our gallery shop under the title: "1950s Spanish Empire Cast Brass Dragon Sconces with Scavo Glass Globes - a Set of 4".

MATERIALS, DESIGN AND CONDITION:

- The metalwork is in excellent structurally sound condition, showcasing a deep, gorgeous period-correct patina.

- Glass Shades: Outfitted with a complete, matching set of 4 original, extraordinarily heavy hand-blown cut glass acorn shades. The glass is chemically pristine, professionally cleaned, and free of any chips, cracks, or damage.

- Artisan Restoration, Safety & Grounding: Professionally and completely restored by a specialist technician. Meticulously disassembled, thoroughly cleaned, and fully rewired with brand-new, ultra-safe period-accurate internal wiring. Safely grounded with a dedicated 3-wire system (including earth/ground wire connection) to meet the highest electrical safety standards. 100% functional, structurally secure, and ready to be installed straight out of the box!

- US Electrical Compatibility: Fully compatible with the United States 110V-120V electrical grids. The fixtures are equipped with standard European E27 Edison screw sockets. For a seamless US installation, standard American E26 light bulbs (standard medium base, readily available everywhere in the US, including LED options) can be used smoothly and directly in these sockets without requiring any modifications or adapters. Recommended maximum wattage is 40W per socket for traditional bulbs, or any standard LED equivalent. Light bulbs are not included. Ready for immediate hardwired installation.

DIMENSIONS (Per single sconce):
Total Vertical Height (From top of the dragon's wing to the bottom tip of the glass acorn): 10.5 inches
Total Maximum Width (Diameter of glass shade): 5.75 inches
Projection from Wall (Depth): 9.25 inches
Total Weight of the Set (4 sconces): 8.8 lbs.

Shipping (DDP):
Shipped worldwide via DHL Express (3–7 business days to the USA). For our United States customers, all import duties and taxes are fully pre-paid by us (DDP)—meaning no unexpected customs fees or delivery surcharges upon arrival. See less