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Early-20th Century

Arts & Crafts Copper Wall Sconce

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An impressive, unique wall sconce handcrafted from copper in Britain, circa 1910.

For us this piece fantastically captures the zeitgeist of early twentieth century Britain. The design is both unmistakably arts & crafts, and an exemplar of the movement. Indeed, as per the label verso, the object, was exhibited in an Arts & Crafts Exhibition Society exhibition.

Contrary to popular belief, the arts and crafts movement in the UK was not arbitrarily against machines. Rather, the follows of Ruskin & Morris, believed that machines needed to be used appropriately.  Therefore, art and design can admire and take influence from industry and Modernity, as we see here. Just art & design needs to be created by people, and people in a good place*, in order to be of any merit.

The shape of the main body of this sconce is a circle, and the form is concave. The entirety of the disk shaped backplate is hammered copper. Under candlelight, this creates a stunning light effect, a mesmerising interplay of shadows and radiance.

The candle holder & drip tray, and the arm which extend these from the backplate are undecorated. However, the arm is a perfectly proportion scroll the evokes ‘The Whiplash’ of C. F. A. Voysey and Charles Robert Ashbee.

In daylight the brass is also attractive as it boasts an even and rich patina.

*William Morris strongly advocated meaningful work, production that allowed makers to remain connected to both their product and other people. Explore the Art & Crafts Movement further via the Victoria & Albert Museum.

Year of Design: C. 1910

Date Produced: C. 1910

Colour: Copper

Diameter: 25 cm, Depth: 14 cm

Condition: Very good. Clean but brilliantly aged, patinated. 

Branding: Retains the original Arts & Crafts Exhibition Society Arts & Crafts Exhibition Label.