Two pairs of Austrian rococo gilt-bronze and enamel twin-branch appliques, Vienna mid-18th century

formerly fitted for electricity

In overall reasonable conserved condition. Some retouching to the green of leaves, some elements slightly loose but secure. One wall light lacking three flowers with another detached but present. Another wall light lacking two flowers and other lacking one. Some Minor hairline cracks to the enamelled surface which have been consolidated and te«herefore showing yellowing under strong light. Although wired for electricity, these wall lights will need the attention of a professional electrician. Surface dusty and would benefit from gentle clean. Generally with minor chips and loses to enamelled surface consistent with age.
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Enameled chinoiserie appliques or wall lights such as these were produced in Germany and Austria around the mid-18th century. 

A suite of closely comparable appliques and chandeliers, clearly from the same workshop, was commissioned for the East Asian cabinets at Schloss Schönbrunn, in Vienna, around 1755-60, and is still in situ. 

A pair of similar appliques sold Sotheby's New York, English and European Decorative Arts, lot 275 ($25,000).