Pair of Wall Lamps - Lacquered Iron and Crystal with Porcelain Roses from 1970

Green Lacquered Iron and Crystal Appliqué Pair 1970, with porcelain roses, in one light, this pair of wall sconces is in perfect condition, ready to be hung.

The semi-circular structure of this antique pair of iron appliqués is painted in delicate shades of pastel green, with a porcelain rose in the center, decorated with botanical motifs and crystal pendants. From the 1970s, these small but highly decorative wall sconces are perfect for a girl’s room.

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