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What is a torch holder called?
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A torch holder is called a sconce. Historically, a sconce was a type of fixture usually attached to a wall or column that held a burning torch or candle. Today modern electric light sources are similarly affixed to sconces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage sconces.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
Shop for Torch Sconces on 1stDibs
Pair of Moderne Torch Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large French moderne style, circa 1960's gilt bronze single light torch sconces with art
Category
Vintage 1960s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Renaissance Style Torch Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Renaissance style Torch Sconces cast in brass with glass flame globe. The sconces are from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1860s Large French Gilt Bronze Torch Sconces
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1860s French gilt bronze torch sconces. High quality. I don’t think the glass shades are original
Category
Antique 1860s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Modernist Torch Sconces Attributed to Perzel
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Hanover, MA
French 1950's long torch sconces, a design influenced by French colonialism in Africa.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Large Bronze Figural Leaded Glass Torch Sconce
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an impressive torch sconce that is 3 foot tall. This example has a flared leaded glass
Category
Early 20th Century Baroque Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Plaster Hand & Torch Sconces by Sirmos Style of Jean-Michel Frank 1970s
By Sirmos
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Plaster Hand & Torch Sconces by Sirmos Style of Jean-Michel Frank 1970s
Pair or set of rare
Category
Vintage 1970s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Plaster
