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Why is it called a sconce?
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A light that hangs on a wall is called a sconce due to its linguistic history. The term originated from the Old French term esconce, which means "lantern" or "hiding place." In turn, the word sconce has its roots in the Latin root word for "to hide," abscondere. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of sconces.
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
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Pair of vintage Murano Rondini wall sconces – gold glass petals
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 6 Murano trasparent RONDINI glasses mixed with gold powder , golden plated metal frame, condition like new. The glasses are very...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Art Glass
1950s Italian Stilnovo Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, attributed to Stilnovo, crafted in brass with black lacquered brass accents and opaline glass diffusers. The design reflects the refined ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Scandinavian mid century Clam wall lamps, perforated metal, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A charming pair of Swedish wall lamps, produced by an unidentified manufacturer in the 1950s. The lamps feature elegant clam-shaped backplates crafted from perforated metal, painted ...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
1970’s Pair of Vintage Italian Murano Wall Lights, 10 Pink Glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Pair of Vintage Italian Murano appliques in Vistosi style. Wall lights have 10 fantastic Murano pink and transparent glasses ("crostoli") in a metal frame.
Period: late XX century
D...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Art Glass
French Sconces Wall Lamps with Brass & Clear Holophane Glass
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French sconce, wall lamp
Heavy clear reeded Holophane glass.
Brass wall piece and arm
diameter brass wall mount: 10 cm / 3.93”
3 holes to secure
E14 bulb holder
Weight: 1.20 kg / ...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
French Floral Flower Bouquet Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
French 1940s gilt metal three light Floral Bouquet ceiling light fixture.
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A beautiful Hollywood Regency gilt wrought iro...
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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Flush Mount
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
