Description
Brass gas-electric sconce
This fabulous brass gas/electric sconce has stunning, matching fish scale shades. The shades are dated “Patented Oct. 1, 1902”, and they’re in amazing condition! The sconce’s rich patina is a testament to the age of the fixture. We converted the gas arm, which faces upward, for use in today’s world. If you’d prefer, you can replicate the original look of this fixture by using a flicker bulb in the gas arm for effect, OR you can use up to a 60W bulb or its equivalent in each socket for maximum light.
This sconce has one paddle switch that controls both arms. Turn it once, and one of the arms will light up. Turn it again, and that light will go out and the other one will turn on. If you turn it again, both lights will come on. Turn it once more to turn the fixture off. You can also operate this sconce with a wall switch, and use the paddle switch to dictate which of the arms you would like to use. This fixture offers lots of versatility!
It could be perfect in a hallway, entranceway, staircase, dining room, bedroom, library, bathroom, etc. With the shades, it measures 12″ high by 8″ wide by 9 1/4″ deep. It’s rewired with a ground wire added to meet today’s electric codes.
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