20th Century French Round Wall Marine Lamp in Copper and Brass
Located in Sofia, BG
Authentic round marine lamp in very good condition made of copper and brass. Two pieces available
Early 20th Century French Antique Copper Wall Sconce
Brass, Copper
20th Century French Round Wall Marine Lamp in Copper and Brass
Located in Sofia, BG
Authentic round marine lamp in very good condition made of copper and brass. Two pieces available
Brass, Copper
Danish Modern Art Deco Wall Lights, Copper & Glass, Made in 1920s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Odense, DK
A rare pair of exclusive Art Deco wall lights in copper & glass. Made in Denmark, ca 1920s. Reminds
Copper
Set of Four English Turn of the Century Single-Light Copper Wall Mount Lanterns
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of four English Turn of the Century copper wall lanterns from circa 1900 with glass panels
Copper
Pair Signed E. F. Caldwell Silver and Wedgwood Blue Enamel on Copper Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This beautiful pair of signed sconces by renown maker Edward F. Caldwell feature oval Battersea
Bronze
Sold|$1,400
Small Verdigirs Copper Lantern Table Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
Wonderful 3 candle lantern with original verdigris copper patina. The lantern has been adopted to
Copper
Sold|$2,475
Pair Of French Iron Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French iron sconces circa 1860. Front shield pieces swivels to show a copper interior.
Iron, Copper
Pair Of Antique Brass And Copper Carriage Lamps
Located in London, GB
This striking pair of antique carriage lamps features handsome pierced canopies with tented tops, each crowned with a decorative finial. The light boxes are glazed on three sides, wi...
Brass, Copper
Sold|$1,200
Unique Rustic Estate Corner Sconce
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an early handmade iron sconce. It was the type of lamp often found early Arts and Crafts or
Copper
Sold|$4,500
Pair of Fabulous Sconces, Late Victorian
Located in Petaluma, CA
sconces. They must have come out of some house, or maybe even a hotel. They are copper plated bronze. They
Bronze, Copper
Hammered Arts and Crafts Sconce, Matching Pair
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a simple and beautiful pair of Arts and Crafts sconces. The glass and metal are all
Copper
Large Modernist ART DECO solid copper Ceiling Flushmount Light, FRANCE 1920s
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
modernist art deco ceiling light made of solid copper. the light features a large round shade element made
Metal, Copper
Pair of Antique Continental Coat of Arms Sconces
Located in New Orleans, LA
Silver on copper.
Silver, Copper
Pair Gothic Tudor Bronze Lantern Sconces Textured Amber Glass
Located in New York, NY
Pair of solid bronze Gothic wall sconces with a natural verdigris patina. These lantern sconces
Copper, Bronze
Pair of Signed Caldwell Arts & Crafts Mixed Metal Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This handsome pair of signed E. F. Caldwell sconces are of mixed metal, and in the Arts & Crafts
Bronze, Copper
Pair of American Nickel Silver, Brass, and Copper Coach Lanterns, CT, Circa 1860
By English and Mersick Company
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American nickel silver, brass, and copper coach lanterns with circular bulbous vented
Brass, Copper, Nickel
Petite Antique French Style Wall Mount Lantern
Located in Sheffield, MA
Regency style small wall mount lantern with classical trim detail. Also suitable for neoclassical
Copper
Pair of Spanish Silver Shield Triple Candelabra Sconces (3 pairs available)
Located in San Francisco, CA
We have six of these gorgeous, shiny, shield sconces with fine acanthus leaf details. Created in
Copper
Arts & Crafts Copper & Brass Wall Sconce Candle and Match Box Holder by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Lisse, NL
outstanding wall sconce. All handcrafted out of brass and red copper this highly stylish design is an absolute
Brass, Copper
Sold|$3,200
Huge 1800s Ship Lanterns, Matching Pair
Located in Peekskill, NY
ever offered. They are all copper and still have the original rustic patina. Both were wired to take a
Copper
Antique Pair of Bronze Wall Sconce Candelabras w. Mirrors, Angels & Medusa Masks
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful and practical size pair of Renaissance Revival candle sconces. This antique pair of
Bronze, Copper
Vintage Industrial Antique Oxy Copper Brass GEC Wall Lamp Sconce Light c.1920
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
A pair of oxy-copper plated swan neck wall lights made in England by GEC. c.1930 Brass
Brass
Near Pair of Antique H. Luchaire French Wall Sconces or Lanterns Electrified
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
specific way to date the lantern, or wall sconce as the manufacturer referred to them as, this antique
Brass, Copper, Steel
Rare & Great Pair of Art Deco Opaline Glass Flush Mounts or Wall Sconces 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
Good size, very rare and all handcrafted pair of Art Deco flush mounts or wall lamps. Some light
Copper
Sold|$1,400
Pair of Copper Wall Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From a church in Belgium. These were originally used for carrying candles. The top of each sconce
Copper
Sold|$1,200
1 of 2 Exterior Copper Wall Sconces, 1920's
Located in Pasadena, CA
Lovely 1920's exterior sconces with beautiful, original rich surface patina and stately design.
Sold|$850
Pair of Arts and Crafts Wall Sconces
By Roycroft
Located in Vancouver, BC
Pair of period arts and crafts hammered copper wall sconces each having three candle arms and
Copper
Sold|$4,800 / set
Best American Arts and Crafts Wall Sconces
Located in Round Top, TX
The best pair of American arts and crafts copper wall sconces with intricate small-scale leaded
Copper
Sold|$2,600
ART DECO COPPER AND FER FORGE WALL SCONCES
Located in Round Top, TX
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Copper, Wrought Iron
Sold|$395
Copper Exterior Cottage Sconce
Located in Minneapolis, MN
These copper cottage exterior sconces will help perfectly accentuate any outdoor space to create an
Copper
Sold|$1,600 / item
French Copper and Glass Sconces
Located in Round Top, TX
The coolest French copper wall-mounted sconces with Holophane shades and a great patina, circa 1900
Copper
Sold|$1,600
Set of 4 Copper Sconces
Located in Essex, MA
A set of 4 Arts and Crafts period colonial revival copper sconces, each with geometric, shaped
Copper
Sold|$3,494 / item
13 Copper Wall Lanterns
Located in Cookeville, TN
These are fabulous copper lantern style wall sconces. These lighting fixtures feature a cage like
Copper
Sold|$800
Outdoor Copper Wall Fixture
Located in Pasadena, CA
Hard to find Circa 1920's copper lantern with original glass 11" H x 6.75" W x 10.25" D
Copper
Sold|$10,000
Pair of Copper & Brass Nautical Sconces
Located in New York, NY
"Pair of Copper & Brass Nautical Sconces" from a decommissioned Dutch Naval Vessel. Re-wired and
Copper, Brass
1920s Hammered Bronze & Copper Tudor Sconce
Located in Pasadena, CA
Circa 1920s. Copper & Bronze Tudor Sconce. Measures 10 1/2"H x 5 3/4"W x 6 3/4D.
Copper
Sold|$1,475 / set
Pair of French Bronze and Copper Sconces
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of bronze and coppers floral leaf sconces in a distressed, variegated finish with two arms
Bronze, Copper
Sold|$800
Pair Of Elegant Copper Sconces
Located in Pasadena, CA
1920's sconces crafted in copper with incising and repousse. Very nicely made and styled.
Sold|$375 / item
Copper Gilt Hammered Lamp Sconces
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Lovely lamp-like sconces in a hammered copper finish. The little hat can be removed if desired
Iron
Sold|$12,000 / set
Large Victorian Copper and Iron Sconce Pair
Located in Minneapolis, MN
These huge Victorian exterior sconces are not for the faint of heart. Made of iron and copper, they
Copper, Iron
Sold|$2,300
Pair of Exterior Copper Wall Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
AEX0573 A pair of antique tapered square porch lanterns in weathered copper. From a western
Copper
Sold|$6,400
A pair of two arm copper repoussé sconces
Located in New York, NY
IS2568 A pair of large two arm copper repoussé sconces with intricate foliate detailing.
Copper
Circa 1910 Arts & Crafts Copper Sconce
Located in Pasadena, CA
Unique hand crafted copper Sconce. Circa 1910. Measures 13 1/2"H x 7"W x 3"D.
Fantastic Cast Copper and Silver Overlay Candle Sconces
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Beautiful and unique Art Nouveau cast copper with silver overlay sconces. Features ornate base with
Silver Plate, Copper
Classic 1920s Pair of Bronze and Copper Sconces
Located in Pasadena, CA
Circa 1920s. Made of Bronze and Copper.
Bronze, Copper, Iron
Early 20th Century Cast Copper Pierced Wall Applique
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
An early 20th century cast and pierced copper Wall Applique in the form of a fan with elaborate
Copper
Copper and Iron Exterior Sconce with Original Patina and Glass
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Original circa 1920 Copper Exterior Sconce with iron bracket and backplate that exhibits what we
Copper, Iron
Sold|$1,400
Pair Of 19th Wall Sconces
Located in Fairfax, VA
. PAIR OF 19TH C ARTS&CRAFTS WALL SCONCES WITH COPPER AND BLACK PATINATED FLORA DESIGN OVER THE
Brass, Bronze
Unique Brass and Copper Sconces c. 1920's
By Lion Electric Mfg. Co
Located in Pasadena, CA
Exceptionally well-crafted single-light sconces of brass and hammered copper, with original patina
Early 20th Century Copper Art Deco Outdoor Wall Lamp
Located in Raalte, NL
Splendid design brass Art Deco exterior wall light with light purple colored glass and made circa
Copper
Early 20th Century Arts & Crafts Copper Exterior Sconces with Amber Glass
Located in Canton, MA
Early 20th century Arts & Crafts copper sconces with original gluechip textured amber glass. These
Copper
A verdigris copper exterior sconce with amber glass
Located in New York, NY
EX0546 A copper wall lantern with amber pebble glass in its original weathered verdigris
Pair of Monumental Early 20th Century Transitional Bronze and Copper Sconce
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Pair of exterior bronze and copper sconces with great original patina. The bent opaque white glass
Bronze, Copper
Sold|$2,300
A pair of black copper wall lanterns
Located in New York, NY
EX0543 A pair of black-painted copper wall lanterns with pebble-glass panels.
Pair of 19th Century Victorian Copper and Brass Sconces With Eagle Finial
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Victorian Sconces With Eagle Finial Circa 1875 copper converted from gas to electricity 29
Copper, Brass
Sold|$6,800
A pair of antique copper wall lanterns
Located in New York, NY
EX0565 A pair of antique exterior wall lanterns in their original aged verdigris finish
Pair of Oversized Copper and Brass Arts and Crafts Exterior Sconce circa 1920
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Original pair of copper and brass exterior sconces with decorative vents, cast brass bracket and
Brass, Copper
Pair of Hammered Copper and Brass Arts and Crafts Sconces with Mica Shades
Located in Canton, MA
Hammered copper and brass arts and crafts sconces. Shield form backplate and brass single arm
Bronze, Copper
From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, there is one major part of home decor that you definitely want to master: lighting. Carefully selected vintage sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood and highlighting your distinctive personality.
We’re a long way from the candelabra-inspired chandeliers of the medieval era. Lighting is no longer merely practical, and lighting designers have been creating and reinventing lighting solutions for eons. Because of the advancements crafted by these venturesome makers, we now have the opportunity to bring unique, customizable lighting solutions into our homes.
It’s never been easier to create dramatic bedrooms, cozy kitchen areas and cheerful bars than it is today. Think of an elegant wall sconce as functional and as a work of art, adding both light and style to your hallways, whimsical kids’ rooms and elsewhere.
When choosing a lighting solution, first determine what your needs are: Will you opt for a moody or a bright feel? The room that will serve as your home office will need adequate lighting — think “the brighter, the better” for this particular setting.
For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs instead of bedside table lamps could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.
Let 1stDibs help you set the mood with the right antique and vintage wall lights and sconces for your home. Our collection includes every kind of fixture, from sculptural works by Austrian craftsman J.T. Kalmar to chic industrial-style wall sconces, from adjustable painted aluminum wall lamps designed by Artemide to a wide variety of minimalist mid-century modern masterpieces.
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