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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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Austrian Mid-Century Pair of "Citrus" Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and stunning Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken KG. ...
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of 1950s Italian Sculptural Wall Lights in Brass, Green and Opaline Glass
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, characterized by a sculptural mid-century composition and a distinctive combination of brass, green lacquer and opaline glass.
Ea...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
French Sconces Wall Lamps with Brass & Clear Glass
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French sconce, wall lamp
Clear glass.
Brass wall piece and arm
diameter brass wall mount: 10 cm / 3.93”
3 holes to secure
Weight: 0.60 kg / 1.3 lb
Priced per individual item. All ...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Japanese Red Lacquered and Art Glass Wall Lantern Sconce
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
2023 Japanese red lacquered and art glass wall sconce
Rewired
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Vintage 1950s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Austrian Mid-Century "Citrus" Murano Wall Sconce by Kalmar Franken, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and pretty Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconce, model "Citrus" 4663/2. This Sconce was designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken KG. Excell...
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of 2 Ceramic Wall Lamps
Located in München, DE
Very nice pair of ceramic wall lamps from the 1960s.
Wonderful design and workmanship.
The lamps with the special hand-painted glaze and the elegant design are a beautiful eye-catche...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$2,367 / set