How do you hang wall shelves on the wall?

Typically, the best way to hang wall shelves on a wall is through the studs. The studs are the strong vertical beams that form the frames of walls. You can locate them using a tool called a stud finder. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wall shelves.

What type of light is used in street lights?

The lights which are used in street lights are High-Pressure Sodium Lamps (HPS). These are globally used as they produce bright light and require very little maintenance. LED lights are slowly replacing HPS lamps due to their less energy consumption. Find a wide range of antique, new and vintage lighting on 1stDibs

What is a wall bracket?

A wall bracket is a support that projects from a wall to hold something, like a shelf.

What is a wall hanger?

A wall hanger is a type of tapestry or decoration hung directly on a wall. There is a broad range of wall decorations on 1stDibs for sale.

What is a wall frieze?

A wall frieze is a patterned or ornate band that extends around the room's perimeter. During the Victorian era, it became fashionable to integrate a frieze in interior design rather than as an exterior adornment. Friezes are frequently close to the top of the wall and help to balance a room by making an especially tall wall appear shorter. Shop a collection of antique and vintage wall friezes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.

What are wall pockets?

Wall pockets are decorative wall décor made out of porcelain, pottery or glass. The decorations feature hollow interiors and flat backs, allowing you to hang them on the wall and use them as a planter or storage container. Shop a variety of wall pockets on 1stDibs.

What are modular walls?

Modular walls are free-standing outdoor wall systems made from posts and panels. These walls are commonly used as residential fencing, acoustic barriers or even retaining walls.

What is a mission light?

A Mission light is a lighting fixture that reflects the stylistic principles of Mission style architecture and design popular from 1910 to 1940. Normally, the lighting features a wood or metal frame and a glass shade. Find a collection of Mission lighting on 1stDibs.

What is a shop light?

Shop lights are lights that are commonly used in garages and workshops. Hence, they are named ‘shop’ lights. LED lights are recommended as an ideal choice for shop lights due to its sturdiness. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique, vintage and contemporary lights.

What are dome lights?

Dome lights are interior cabin lights attached to the ceilings of vehicles. Dome lights get their name from the dome shaped cover of the lights. These lights are considered safety features in cars.

What Is a swag light?

A swag light is a regular light fixture that you plug into the wall and hang from the ceiling. They usually come with a decorative chain or cord.

What is a Sputnik light?

A Sputnik light refers to many variations of lighting fixtures that have been designed over the years with a starburst shape and numerous bulbs on the ends. Well-known versions include a mid-century modern classic by Gino Sarfatti and an expressionistic icon by J. & L. Lobmeyr. The crucial feature of what is usually nicknamed a Sputnik light — which comes from a famous Soviet Union satellite’s name — is that it has a core surrounded by multiple arms with light bulbs. This makes it an excellent option for creating ambient light. Find a collection of antique and vintage lights on 1stDibs today.

What is a tole light?

The word tole comes from the French and it means painted metal or tin. Frequently, tole painting was done on metal shaped like flowers. A chandelier or a light fixture may have this type of adornment, making it a tole light. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary tole lights from top sellers around the world.

What is chandelier light?

A chandelier light is a type of candelabra lamp, meaning that it is a decorative branched suspension of lights mounted from the ceiling. A variety of antique, new and vintage chandeliers can be found on 1stDibs.

What is a cloud light?

A cloud light is a decorative light made mainly from paper lanterns and cotton batting. It is small, lightweight, fully portable, battery-operated and easy to assemble. It could be hung from the ceiling or can be stand-alone. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary cloud lights.

What is MOE lighting?

MOE Lighting was one of the best Mid-Century Modern lighting manufacturers in the 1940s through the 1970s. A range of designs included chandeliers, pendants, sconces, and ceiling lights made of metal, glass, wood, fiberglass and other materials. Find a collection of vintage MOE lighting from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.

What is a coach light?

Coach lights are slender and are mostly attached to vehicle pillars. They are commonly used in the center of a limousine. Coach lights are also called opera lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage lamps on 1stDibs.

What is a string light?

String lights refer to a series of small electric lights which are spaced evenly along a cable and used for decoration. They are mostly used during festivals or special occasions. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of string lights and a whole lot of other vintage and antique lighting solutions to choose from.

What is chandelier lighting?

A chandelier is typically suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends, rather than one single light or a pair of lights hanging from a chord or chain.

How does a wall barometer work?

The Barometer is a scientific instrument used to measure air pressure in a certain environment. The barometer has a flattened metal cylinder that looks like a silver disc inside its construction, which is filled with a partial vacuum. As the pressure in the air increases, the disc gets crushed and as air pressure decreases the disc expands. This movement of the disc is transformed into the reading of the black barometer needle under the glass.

Up Down Wall Light

Poul Henningsen Wall Lamp

Indoor Wall Sconces

Chateau Rose

Wall Light With Switch

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Germaine Wall Light, Sandblasted Aluminium by, DUNLIN

H 8.67 in Dm 2.37 in

Germaine Wall Light, Weathered Brass by, DUNLIN

By DUNLIN

Located in Sydney, AU

Handmade in solid brass exclusively for Dunlin. The Dunlin Germaine Weathered Brass Up-Down Wall

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Germaine Wall Light, Weathered Brass by, DUNLIN

H 8.67 in Dm 2.37 in

Flos Pochette Up & Down LED Wall Light by Rodolfo Dordoni

By Flos, Rodolfo Dordoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

,” shines with a graceful indirect light that flows upwards. The structure is pressure die-cast Zamak allow

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Flos Pochette Up & Down LED Wall Light by Rodolfo Dordoni

H 5.7 in W 7.75 in D 3.9 in

Up Down Light, Noir, by DUNLIN

By DUNLIN

Located in Sydney, AU

Handmade in solid brass in Australia by Dunlin. A playful up-down light in solid brass. 6.3 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Up Down Light, Noir, by DUNLIN

H 8.67 in Dm 2.49 in

Brass wall lamps from the 1950s, Sweden, up or down light

Located in Hägersten, SE

with hard wire for installation straight in the wall. Can be used both as up and down light. Very good

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Brass wall lamps from the 1950s, Sweden, up or down light

H 7.88 in W 3.15 in D 5.91 in

Ron Rezek Post Modern Up or Down Light Wall Sconce for Artemide

By Ron Rezek, Artemide

Located in Miami, FL

Sculpted aluminium Postmodern wall light sconce designed by Ron Rezek for Artemide, Italy. Can be

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Ron Rezek Post Modern Up or Down Light Wall Sconce for Artemide

H 3.5 in W 35.75 in D 7.5 in

Up Down Light, Tarnished Raw Brass by, DUNLIN

By DUNLIN

Located in Sydney, AU

Handmade in solid brass in Sydney, Australia by Dunlin. A playful up-down light in solid brass

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Up Down Light, Tarnished Raw Brass by, DUNLIN

H 8.67 in Dm 2.49 in

Great Pair of Art Deco Style Alabaster Up & Down Light Wall Sconces / Fixtures

Located in Lisse, NL

Handcrafted and very stylish pair of midcentury made alabaster 2-light (up & down) wall lights. If

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

Great Pair of Art Deco Style Alabaster Up & Down Light Wall Sconces / Fixtures

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H 8.3 in W 8.3 in D 4.1 in

Mint Pair of Art Deco Alabaster Up & Down Light Wall Sconces w. Stunning Veins

Located in Lisse, NL

and truly stylish look and feel and with the light switched on they radiate a warm light creating just

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Aluminum

Mint Pair of Art Deco Alabaster Up & Down Light Wall Sconces w. Stunning Veins

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H 8.25 in W 8.45 in D 4.25 in

Blackened Bronze Conical Up Wall Light by Henry Wilson

By Henry Wilson

Located in Geneve, CH

Blackened Bronze Conical Up Wall Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 19 x D 20 x H 12 cm Materials

Category

2010s Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Blackened Bronze Conical Up Wall Light by Henry Wilson

H 4.73 in W 7.49 in D 7.88 in

Minimalist Up Light Wall Sconce in Polished Aluminum by Artup USA

Located in Esbjerg, DK

High-quality up-light wall light fashioned from polished aluminum. Shade cast in one piece

Category

Vintage 1980s American Minimalist Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Minimalist Up Light Wall Sconce in Polished Aluminum by Artup USA

H 7.09 in W 3.94 in D 3.75 in

Ross Gardam, "Polar Wall Light", Wall Light

By Ross Gardam

Located in Los Angeles, CA

desired. Polar Wall's anodized gold wall canopy provides a beautiful base for the light to mount onto the

Category

2010s Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Ross Gardam, "Polar Wall Light", Wall Light

H 2 in Dm 17.7 in

Single Wall Light by Stilnovo

By Stilnovo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Single wall light by Stilnovo. Manufactured in Italy, circa 1950's. Enameled metal, brass. Rewired

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Single Wall Light by Stilnovo

H 9 in W 9 in D 25 in

Woodward Articulated Machinist's Wall Light

By Woodward Machine Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a heavy duty industrial task light. If you are a collector of early lighting then you

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Woodward Articulated Machinist's Wall Light

H 30 in W 4 in D 30 in

Tubular Chrome Wall Scone, Chromed Tubes Wall Light, 1960s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Large vintage tubular metal wall scone. This large chromed tube light is mounted on a black

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Tubular Chrome Wall Scone, Chromed Tubes Wall Light, 1960s

H 18.12 in W 13 in D 3.55 in

Woodward Articulated Machinist's Wall Light #2

By Woodward Machine Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a heavy duty Industrial task light. If you are a collector of early lighting then you

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Woodward Articulated Machinist's Wall Light #2

H 30 in W 4 in D 30 in

Serenity Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse

By Hannah Woodhouse

Located in London, GB

Handmade “Serenity” organic modern wall light/wall sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...

Materials

Plaster

Serenity Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse

H 11.8 in Dm 4.7 in

Soft Cube Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse

By Hannah Woodhouse

Located in London, GB

Handmade 'Soft Cube' organic modern wall light or wall sconce, in silky smooth white plaster

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...

Materials

Plaster

Soft Cube Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse

H 6.3 in W 8.5 in D 5 in

Italian Wall Light with Pulegoso Glass Bulbs

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Wall light, in glass and metal, Italy, 1960s. Wall light with two frosted glass bulbs and a black

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Italian Wall Light with Pulegoso Glass Bulbs

H 7.88 in W 18.51 in D 12.6 in

Conical Bronze Wall Light by Henry Wilson

By Henry Wilson

Located in Geneve, CH

Conical Bronze Wall Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 19 x D 20 x H 12 cm Materials: Bronze Lost

Category

2010s Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Conical Bronze Wall Light by Henry Wilson

H 4.73 in W 7.49 in D 7.88 in

Aluminum Scoop Wall Light by Henry Wilson

By Henry Wilson

Located in Geneve, CH

Aluminum Scoop Wall Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 33 x D 12 x H 18 cm Materials: Aluminum

Category

2010s Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Aluminum Scoop Wall Light by Henry Wilson

H 7.09 in W 13 in D 4.73 in

Callot Wall Light, Weathered Brass by, DUNLIN

By DUNLIN

Located in Sydney, AU

Handmade in solid brass in Australia by Dunlin. A playful up-down light in solid brass. Measures

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Callot Wall Light, Weathered Brass by, DUNLIN

H 10.63 in Dm 10.24 in

Brass Scoop Wall Light by Henry Wilson

By Henry Wilson

Located in Geneve, CH

Brass Scoop Wall Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 33 x D 12 x H 18 cm Materials: Brass Scoop

Category

2010s Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Brass Scoop Wall Light by Henry Wilson

H 7.09 in W 13 in D 4.73 in

Woodward Articulated Machinist's Wall Light, Double Fitting

By Woodward Machine Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a heavy duty industrial task light. If you are a collector of early lighting then you

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Woodward Articulated Machinist's Wall Light, Double Fitting

H 30 in W 4 in D 30 in

Vintage Think Big! Light Switch

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage 1980s Think Big! Light switch. Brighten any room with this rare pop-art artifact. This wall

Category

Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic

Vintage Think Big! Light Switch

H 28 in W 19 in D 7.5 in

Stainless Steel Conical Wall Light by Henry Wilson

By Henry Wilson

Located in Geneve, CH

Stainless Steel Conical Wall Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 19 x D 20 x H 12 cm Materials

Category

2010s Australian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel Conical Wall Light by Henry Wilson

H 4.73 in W 7.49 in D 7.88 in

Gamfratesi White 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen

By GamFratesi Design Studio, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

GamFratesi white 'Yuh' wall light for Louis Poulsen. Designed by Stine Gam and Enrico Fratesi, the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Gamfratesi White 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen

H 24.65 in Dm 11.6 in

GamFratesi Black 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen

By GamFratesi Design Studio, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

GamFratesi Black 'YUH' wall light for Louis Poulsen. Designed by Stine Gam and Enrico Fratesi, the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

GamFratesi Black 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen

H 24.65 in Dm 11.6 in

Bertrand Balas 'Balance' Wall Light for RAAK, Netherlands, 1960s

By RAAK, Bertrand Balas

Located in Hellouw, NL

Amazing Bertrand Balas 'Balance' wall light for RAAK with Model C-1550 from the Netherlands 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Bertrand Balas 'Balance' Wall Light for RAAK, Netherlands, 1960s

H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in

Serenity Sofie Contemporary Wall Sconce/Light, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse

By Hannah Woodhouse

Located in London, GB

Handmade Serenity Sofie wall light or sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...

Materials

Plaster

Serenity Sofie Contemporary Wall Sconce/Light, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse

H 11.8 in Dm 4.7 in

Gamfratesi White and Brass 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen

By GamFratesi Design Studio, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

GamFratesi black and brass 'YUH' wall light for Louis Poulsen. Designed by Stine Gam and Enrico

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Gamfratesi White and Brass 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen

H 24.65 in Dm 11.6 in

GamFratesi Black and Brass 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen

By GamFratesi Design Studio, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

GamFratesi black and brass 'YUH' wall light for Louis Poulsen. Designed by Stine Gam and Enrico

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

GamFratesi Black and Brass 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen

H 24.65 in Dm 11.6 in

J'aimes Contemporary Wall Light, Textured Faux Bronze, Hannah Woodhouse

By Hannah Woodhouse

Located in London, GB

J’aimes is a hand crafted architectural wall light with a textured faux bronze finish and wrap

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Silk, Acrylic, Plaster

J'aimes Contemporary Wall Light, Textured Faux Bronze, Hannah Woodhouse

H 26.4 in W 3.5 in D 3.9 in

Sergio Mazza "Delta" Italian Wall Light Sconce for Artemide, 1960s

By Sergio Mazza, Artemide

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning "Delta" wall lamp designed by Sergio Mazza for Artemide in Italy during the 1960s. This

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Steel

Sergio Mazza "Delta" Italian Wall Light Sconce for Artemide, 1960s

H 25.99 in W 10.63 in D 15.75 in

Murano Art Glass and Brass Smoky Color Wall Light, 2020

Located in Rome, IT

Very original Murano glass wall lamp with a very elongated design of the glass plate and a unique

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Smoky Color Wall Light, 2020

H 15.75 in W 5.12 in D 2.37 in

Vintage Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs CP1 Wall Light or Sconces - Black

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Brooklyn, NY

glare and allowing easy light adjustment. For added flexibility, the wall lights may be installed

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs CP1 Wall Light or Sconces - Black

H 5 in W 6.5 in D 3 in

Vintage Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs CP1 Wall Light or Sconces - Yellow

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Brooklyn, NY

glare and allowing easy light adjustment. For added flexibility, the wall lights may be installed

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs CP1 Wall Light or Sconces - Yellow

H 5 in W 6.5 in D 3 in

Facet Wall Light in Satin Bronze by Tom Kirk, UL Listed

By Tom Kirk

Located in London, GB

In keeping with the rest of our range, the Facet Wall Light is a unique design. Providing both up

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Facet Wall Light in Satin Bronze by Tom Kirk, UL Listed

H 10.83 in W 10.83 in D 5.52 in

Facet Wall Light in Satin Gold by Tom Kirk, UL Listed

By Tom Kirk

Located in London, GB

In keeping with the rest of our range, the Facet Wall Light is a unique design. Providing both up

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Facet Wall Light in Satin Gold by Tom Kirk, UL Listed

H 10.83 in W 10.83 in D 5.52 in

Facet Wall Light in Polished Gold by Tom Kirk, UL Listed

By Tom Kirk

Located in London, GB

In keeping with the rest of our range, the Facet Wall Light is a unique design. Providing both up

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Facet Wall Light in Polished Gold by Tom Kirk, UL Listed

H 10.83 in W 10.83 in D 5.52 in

Model 194 wall light by Tito Agnoli for Oluce, Italy, 1950s

By Oluce, Tito Agnoli

Located in Milano, IT

The Tito Agnoli model 194 wall light by O-Luce is a sconce lamp crafted in dark nickel-plated metal

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Model 194 wall light by Tito Agnoli for Oluce, Italy, 1950s

H 22.84 in W 2.76 in D 20.48 in

Large 'Flindt' Indoor/Outdoor Wall Light in White for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Christian Flindt

Located in Glendale, CA

Large 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in White for Louis Poulsen. A circular, wall-mounted

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Large 'Flindt' Indoor/Outdoor Wall Light in White for Louis Poulsen

H 3.9 in Dm 15.7 in

'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Black for Louis Poulsen

By Christian Flindt, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Black for Louis Poulsen. A circular, wall-mounted fixture

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Black for Louis Poulsen

H 3.3 in Dm 11.8 in

Murano Art Glass White Color and Brass Wall Light, 2020

Located in Rome, IT

Beautiful assembly for this Murano glass applique. A very particular and rare glass to find, a white effect, sandblasted and etched glass; classic Murano style. The applique is comp...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass White Color and Brass Wall Light, 2020

H 22.45 in W 5.91 in D 2.76 in

Mini Serenity, Contemporary White Plaster Wall Sconce or Light, Hannah Woodhouse

By Hannah Woodhouse

Located in London, GB

Handmade Mini Serenity wall light or sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...

Materials

Plaster

Mini Serenity, Contemporary White Plaster Wall Sconce or Light, Hannah Woodhouse

H 7.9 in Dm 3.5 in

Brass Wall Light with Perforated Shade by Carl-Axel Acking, Sweden, 1940s

By Carl-Axel Acking, Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Carl-Axel Acking & BRODERNA - Scandinavian Modern A rare sculptural wall light designed by Carl

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Brass Wall Light with Perforated Shade by Carl-Axel Acking, Sweden, 1940s

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H 9.53 in W 10.04 in D 15.75 in

Vintage Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs CP1 Wall Light or Sconces - Crimson Red

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Brooklyn, NY

glare and allowing easy light adjustment. For added flexibility, the wall lights may be installed

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs CP1 Wall Light or Sconces - Crimson Red

H 5 in W 6.5 in D 3 in

Facet Wall Light in Polished Black Nickel by Tom Kirk, UL Listed

By Tom Kirk

Located in London, GB

In keeping with the rest of our range, the Facet Wall Light is a unique design. Providing both up

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Facet Wall Light in Polished Black Nickel by Tom Kirk, UL Listed

H 10.83 in W 10.83 in D 5.52 in

Facet Wall Light in Polished Stainless Steel by Tom Kirk, UL Listed

By Tom Kirk

Located in London, GB

In keeping with the rest of our range, the Facet Wall Light is a unique design. Providing both up

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Facet Wall Light in Polished Stainless Steel by Tom Kirk, UL Listed

H 10.83 in W 10.83 in D 5.52 in

Small 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Black for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Christian Flindt

Located in Glendale, CA

Small 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Black for Louis Poulsen. A circular, wall-mounted

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Small 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Black for Louis Poulsen

H 2.4 in Dm 7.9 in

Large 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Black for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Christian Flindt

Located in Glendale, CA

Large 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Black for Louis Poulsen. A circular, wall-mounted

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Large 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Black for Louis Poulsen

H 3.9 in Dm 15.7 in

Large folding wall light René Mathieu Ed. Maison Lunel, Paris, France circa 1950

By Rene Mathieu, Lunel

Located in Paris, FR

Large foldable and swiveling wall light by René Mathieu for Lunel. Double star-perforated sheet

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel, Metal, Sheet Metal, Enamel

Large folding wall light René Mathieu Ed. Maison Lunel, Paris, France circa 1950

H 9.45 in Dm 13.78 in

Timeless Design Pair of Art Deco Style Alabaster Wall Sconces / Light Fixtures

Located in Lisse, NL

Handcrafted and very stylish pair of midcentury made alabaster 2-light (up & down) wall lights

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Aluminum

Timeless Design Pair of Art Deco Style Alabaster Wall Sconces / Light Fixtures

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H 8.25 in W 8.25 in D 4.5 in

extending aluminium and acrylic wall light, Italy, circa 1960's to 70's

Located in London, GB

Super extending, far reaching aluminium and perspex wall light, Italy, circa 1960's to 1970's the

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

extending aluminium and acrylic wall light, Italy, circa 1960's to 70's

H 15.75 in W 14.57 in D 76.78 in

Large 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Aluminum Gray for Louis Poulsen

By Christian Flindt, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

Large 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Aluminum Gray for Louis Poulsen. A circular, wall

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Large 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Aluminum Gray for Louis Poulsen

H 3.9 in Dm 15.7 in

Set of 9 Mint Condition Art Deco Style Alabaster Wall Sconces / Light Fixtures

Located in Lisse, NL

Timeless design and easy to mount alabaster wall sconces from the midcentury era. If you are

Category

Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Aluminum, Metal

Set of 9 Mint Condition Art Deco Style Alabaster Wall Sconces / Light Fixtures

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H 8 in W 8.5 in D 4 in

Large 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Corten Red for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Christian Flindt

Located in Glendale, CA

Large 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Corten Red for Louis Poulsen. A circular, wall

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...

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Aluminum, Steel

Large 'Flindt' Indoor or Outdoor Wall Light in Corten Red for Louis Poulsen

H 3.9 in Dm 15.7 in

Postmodern White Vintage Sconce or Wall Light Shogun by Mario Botta, 1986 Italy

By Mario Botta

Located in Vienna, AT

Postmodern white vintage metal wall light or sconce model Shogun by Mario Botta and executed by

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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Postmodern White Vintage Sconce or Wall Light Shogun by Mario Botta, 1986 Italy

H 12.41 in W 13.39 in D 13 in

1950s Teak Fishing Rod Arc Wall Lamp Light Pendant Johansson-Pape Orno Finland

By Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Interesting design. Teak ring slides up and down to cinch cord and change angle of lamp support rod. Early and rare designed by Lisa Johansson Pape, Made in Finland. Measures: W 6...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Teak

1950s Teak Fishing Rod Arc Wall Lamp Light Pendant Johansson-Pape Orno Finland

H 20 in W 33 in D 6 in

Murano Art Glass and Brass Smoked Color Mid-Century Wall Light and Sconces, 1980

Located in Rome, IT

Very original Murano glass wall lamp with a very elongated design of the glass leaf and a unique

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Smoked Color Mid-Century Wall Light and Sconces, 1980

H 25.6 in W 8.27 in D 4.34 in

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the up down wall light you’re looking for. An up down wall light — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. Find 113 options for an antique or vintage up down wall light now, or shop our selection of 258 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer up down wall light, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An up down wall light made by modern designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one up down wall light that is appealing in its simplicity, but Oluce, Louis Poulsen and GamFratesi produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Up Down Wall Light?

The average selling price for an up down wall light at 1stDibs is $2,742, while they’re typically $298 on the low end and $81,154 for the highest priced.

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How do you hang wall shelves on the wall?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
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What type of light is used in street lights?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A wall bracket is a support that projects from a wall to hold something, like a shelf.
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A wall hanger is a type of tapestry or decoration hung directly on a wall. There is a broad range of wall decorations on 1stDibs for sale.
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A wall frieze is a patterned or ornate band that extends around the room's perimeter. During the Victorian era, it became fashionable to integrate a frieze in interior design rather than as an exterior adornment. Friezes are frequently close to the top of the wall and help to balance a room by making an especially tall wall appear shorter. Shop a collection of antique and vintage wall friezes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.
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What are modular walls?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Modular walls are free-standing outdoor wall systems made from posts and panels. These walls are commonly used as residential fencing, acoustic barriers or even retaining walls.
What is a mission light?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Mission light is a lighting fixture that reflects the stylistic principles of Mission style architecture and design popular from 1910 to 1940. Normally, the lighting features a wood or metal frame and a glass shade. Find a collection of Mission lighting on 1stDibs.
What is a shop light?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Shop lights are lights that are commonly used in garages and workshops. Hence, they are named ‘shop’ lights. LED lights are recommended as an ideal choice for shop lights due to its sturdiness. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique, vintage and contemporary lights.
What are dome lights?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Dome lights are interior cabin lights attached to the ceilings of vehicles. Dome lights get their name from the dome shaped cover of the lights. These lights are considered safety features in cars.
What Is a swag light?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A swag light is a regular light fixture that you plug into the wall and hang from the ceiling. They usually come with a decorative chain or cord.
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
A Sputnik light refers to many variations of lighting fixtures that have been designed over the years with a starburst shape and numerous bulbs on the ends. Well-known versions include a mid-century modern classic by Gino Sarfatti and an expressionistic icon by J. & L. Lobmeyr. The crucial feature of what is usually nicknamed a Sputnik light — which comes from a famous Soviet Union satellite’s name — is that it has a core surrounded by multiple arms with light bulbs. This makes it an excellent option for creating ambient light. Find a collection of antique and vintage lights on 1stDibs today.
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The word tole comes from the French and it means painted metal or tin. Frequently, tole painting was done on metal shaped like flowers. A chandelier or a light fixture may have this type of adornment, making it a tole light. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary tole lights from top sellers around the world.
What is chandelier light?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A chandelier light is a type of candelabra lamp, meaning that it is a decorative branched suspension of lights mounted from the ceiling. A variety of antique, new and vintage chandeliers can be found on 1stDibs.
What is a cloud light?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A cloud light is a decorative light made mainly from paper lanterns and cotton batting. It is small, lightweight, fully portable, battery-operated and easy to assemble. It could be hung from the ceiling or can be stand-alone. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary cloud lights.
What is MOE lighting?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
MOE Lighting was one of the best Mid-Century Modern lighting manufacturers in the 1940s through the 1970s. A range of designs included chandeliers, pendants, sconces, and ceiling lights made of metal, glass, wood, fiberglass and other materials. Find a collection of vintage MOE lighting from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.
What is a coach light?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Coach lights are slender and are mostly attached to vehicle pillars. They are commonly used in the center of a limousine. Coach lights are also called opera lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage lamps on 1stDibs.
What is a string light?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
String lights refer to a series of small electric lights which are spaced evenly along a cable and used for decoration. They are mostly used during festivals or special occasions. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of string lights and a whole lot of other vintage and antique lighting solutions to choose from.
What is chandelier lighting?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A chandelier is typically suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends, rather than one single light or a pair of lights hanging from a chord or chain.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Chandelier lighting is a branched, highly ornamented light fixture that is typically (suspended from) mounted on ceilings lamps.
How does a wall barometer work?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
The Barometer is a scientific instrument used to measure air pressure in a certain environment. The barometer has a flattened metal cylinder that looks like a silver disc inside its construction, which is filled with a partial vacuum. As the pressure in the air increases, the disc gets crushed and as air pressure decreases the disc expands. This movement of the disc is transformed into the reading of the black barometer needle under the glass.

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