Sconces from Italy

I inherited these 2 sconces from my grandmother who traveled abroad in Europe. Is there any value to them? I think there is but not sure how much. I don't know anyone that can help me with this

 

pretty....for Christmas !!!

 

They appear to be tole and porcelain. Quite unusual. And condition appears to be good. They're not a pair though. (Both figures point left.)

Debora

 

If I'm crossing an unwritten rule of forumness I apologize. Nowhere to turn on an item like this

 

LOL I have no idea what that means but I was told people offered my grandmother money for them and she refused. Any recommendations on where to go to have them appraised? I live in North Central ohio

 

Marc, you're absolutely fine. Members shy away from giving values because there are lots of variables involved, including geography. But I can tell you that your vintage Made in Italy scones are likely to be very desirable. Don't know what your selling venue is but... I suggest you do a Google Image search with the terms "vintage Italy tole figural porcelain wall sconces" and see what comes up. Also do a search on etsy.com and eBay.com. (On eBay, be sure to start with Completed Listings.) The only minor issue I see is they're not a true pair. But wouldn't be a deal breaker for the person who wanted them.

Debora

 

It means if they were a true pair one would be pointing left, the other right.

 

This chandelier may well be by the same manufacturer. Caveat: This is asking price. The item is unsold.

https://www.chairish.com/product/2199993/1950s-italian-tole-porcelain-chandelier

Debora

 

Yes, same manufacturer. Look at this:

Debora

 

There's plenty to compare, and people do ask strong prices.

https://www.google.ca/search?hl=en&...&ved=0ahUKEwjdvZ2cgvTrAhUGhuAKHf8yCusQ4dUDCAY

They have a strong mid-century modern (MCM) vibe. Once again, looking up something with which I'm unfamiliar, I'm amazed at the variety that's out there. I want them all.

 

There are plenty but few-to-none with figural porcelain elements.

Debora

 

I love them! As Komo suggested, they would be lovely at Christmas. They'd fit right in with my holiday decor.

 

LOL, I meant the Tole and Porcelain

 

Holy cow that is exactly the same thing despite what its meant to be. That is pretty cool. Ill go and check out that site and see if it is a good place to sell. Please pm me if you have any better ideas.

 

If you see them on eBay, they will be found.

Debora

 

Thank you. Great Idea