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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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Mid-Century Aged Brass and Metal Pair of Wall Lamps, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-Century Aged Brass and Metal Pair of Wall Lamps, 1960s, Italy
Lamp are in very good vintage condition.
Wear consistent with age and use
This lamps work with E14 standard light ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Fantastic pair of Murano glass tube wall sconces—13 green alabaster glass tubes
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage pair of wall sconces in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The polished nickel frame supports 13 large green alabaster glass tubes arranged in a star sha...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of Lunel Sconces, Arlus Biny Era French Mid-Century Modern Lighting c.1950
By Maison Lunel
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
This sophisticated pair of wall sconces is a premier example of post-war French lighting design, produced by the renowned manufacturer Lunel circa 1950.
The sconces display a minima...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
French Green Enamel Vintage Industrial Sconces Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Green enamel industrial wall light with white interior.
Diameter cast iron wall mount: 10.5 cm / 4” cm, 2 holes to secure.
Weight: 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb
Priced per individual item. All...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron, Enamel
Art Deco Astra Wall Light, Brass, Mid-Century Modern, Norway, 1950s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This wonderful wall mounted lamp was made in Norway in the 1950s. With its organic look made in brass this piece gives a modern as well as a midcentury look.
Good vintage condition...
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of vintage Murano wall sconce - green triedri - Column model
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 7 green prism (triedri) for each applique in a chrome metal frame. The shape of this sconce is column. The wall lamps can be inst...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Art Glass
