Amazing pair of - possibly antique, sconces. Nice pertena. Quality items, very collectible, heavy item marked 258 ? in pre-modern usage, these usually held candles or gas flame, and torches respectively. Historically, candle sconces were often made of silver or brass from the 17th century, with porcelain and ormolu coming into use during the 18th century. The light of the candle flame was often intensified by a reflecting backplate 26 cm in length