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Two backplates of wall sconces
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Two backplates of wall sconces

anonymous · c. 1725 - c. 1750 · earthenware; tin glaze; faience

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Candle holders could be attached to these two plates. Sconces provided wall lighting. Back plates were decorative and also protected the wall from candle flames. < Faience > sconces did not reflect light as strongly as those with silver or mirrored back plates.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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achterplaatplaatornaments ~ artflowers ~ ornament
Credit lineTwee achterplaten van wandarmen. c. 1725 - c. 1750. anonymous. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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