Pair of Neoclassic Oval Sconces
$3,400 / set
Pair of Neoclassic Oval Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1930s three-light sconces with gilt finish, oval backplate with beading and scalloped
$3,400 / set
Pair of Neoclassic Oval Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1930s three-light sconces with gilt finish, oval backplate with beading and scalloped
Large French Art Deco Sconce
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Stunning French Art Deco single sconce. With clear frosted glass shade having intricate geometric
$5,700 / set
Pair of 18th Century Giltwood Mirrored Sconces
Located in Chireno, TX
Pair of 18th century giltwood mirrored sconces. Circa 1750-1789. Hand-carved and gilded. Early
Gold, Iron, Tin
$2,769 / set
Pair of 19th Century French Gilded Sconces
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
. These sconces are a great space-saving lighting option with a timeless country house aesthetic.
Wood
$3,800 / set
Pair of Japanese Gilt Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of rare gilt bronze sconces depicting a Japanese warrior on a horse on the sea, double light
$7,500 / set
Antique Superb Pair Of Sconces
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful five light mirror image gilt bronze and crystal sconces, 34 inches long x 17 inches wide
Crystal, Ormolu
$583Sale Price|20% Off
Gilt Wooden Frieze as Wall Sconce
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Antique gilt wooden frieze Louis XVI, mounted as a wall sconce. Size: cm. 23 x h.15,5 + light
Fruitwood
$1,400 / set
Elegant pair of Art deco sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful pair of 1920's Art deco sconces, the patina is so much nicer in person
Metal
$3,200 / set
Pair of Italian Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of Italian Murano glass sconces. Fluted wide shell shape with ribbed detailing in
Chrome
$2,450 / set
Pair of Bronze Classical Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of brass sconces, each having backplate with classical motifs, including anthemia, rosettes
Bronze
$6,800 / set
Pair of Empire Style Arrow Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's French arrow sconces with original finish. Measurements: Height: 20" Width
Bronze
$4,800 / set
Pair of Gilt Wood Arrow Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's Italian carved and gilt wood arrow sconces. Measurements: Height: 20" Width
Giltwood
$1,500 / set
Elegant pair of Art Deco sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful pair of 1920's Art deco sconces, the color and the patina is so much nicer in person
Iron
$12,500 / set
Monumental Pair of Copper Sconces
Located in Stamford, CT
A monumental pair of paneled copper, mirrored back, 8 light sconces having five glass sides with
Copper
$1,850 / set
Elegant large 1920's brass sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful large pair of 1920's brass sconces, they are quite heavy, the patina is so much nicer
Brass
$22,500 / set
Art Deco Sconces by Jean Perzel
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of rare Art Deco wall sconces by the French Modernist lighting designer Jean Perzel, made of
Glass
$2,200 / set
1920s Decorative Wall Sconces With Hanging Bells
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A pair of wall sconces with scrolling arms and multiple candle sockets, each decorated with small
Metal
$3,740 / set
Vintage Moon Motif Alabaster Wall Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of elegant vintage Moon Motif Alabaster Wall Sconces. Made from delicate mineralized white
Alabaster
$5,200 / set
Pair of Floral Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's French gilt bronze sconces with 3 lights. Measurements: Height: 17" Depth
Bronze
Pair of 19th Century French Sconces
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning pair of 19th-century French wall sconces embodies the grandeur and artistry of the
Giltwood
$2,800 / set
Pair of Continental Giltwood Three-Arm Sconces
Located in Buchanan, MI
One pair of Continental giltwood three-arm sconces.
Gesso, Giltwood
French Empire Brass & Yellow Marble Glass Sconce
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French empire sconce / wall lamp Yellow marble glass shades Brass wall piece and brass arm B22
Brass
$2,300 / set
Vintage 1920 Etched Carved Mirror Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Originally made for candles, elegantly etched and carved mirror back sconces with blown glass
Glass, Mirror
$450Sale Price|45% Off
Heavy Brass Gimbal Ship Sconce
Located in San Francisco, CA
A nautical, candlestick style wall lamp made to rock on a ship and stay upright. An interesting piece of history from the late 19th century. It looks great as a table lamp too. Newly...
Brass
$9,500 / set
Rare set of eight Art deco sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very rare set of 1920's Art deco sconces, we could sell them by pair, the patina is so much nicer
Metal
$18,000 / set
Tom Corbin Post Modern Bronze Totem Sconces
By Alberto and Diego Giacometti, Tom Corbin, Wendell Castle
Located in Chicago, IL
Attractive Post Modern Tom Corbin Bronze Totem Sconces Model A9020 Limited, Very small
Bronze
$3,400 / set
1920 Gilt Bronze One Light Sconces
By Sterling Bronze Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920’s gilt bronze one light sconces with sunburst design backplate
Bronze
$4,800 / set
1900 Caldwell Gilt Bronze One Light Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1900’s Caldwell gilt bronze one light sconces with acanthus leaves design
Bronze
$2,900 / set
set of four industrial outdoor sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very nice set of four industrial sconces, they are between turn of the century and 1920's, you
Metal
$2,600 / set
Early 20th Century Crystal Flower Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Nice pair of early 20th century crystal flower and tole sconces with 2 lights. Creates a designer
Crystal, Metal
$4,800 / set
1920 Engraved Caldwell Sconces Two Lights
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
1920’s Caldwell double light sconces with unusual engraved design on body and cups.
Bronze
French Victorian Style Brass Wall Sconce
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian-Style brass 2 light sconce with fluted scrolling foliate arms mounted on wall
Brass
$12,000 / set
Pair French Ormolu Sconces, 19 Century
Located in Cypress, CA
Exquisite pair of 19 century French louis XV style ormolu 4 light sconces. Each surmounted with a
Bronze, Ormolu
1920's cast iron outdoor sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A solid 1920's cast iron outdoor sconce,
Iron
$1,150 / set
Pair Bronze Louis XV Style Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair bronze Louis XV style sconces. Pair vintage Louis XV style two-arm wall lights newly
Bronze
$4,400 / set
Pair of Antique French Empire Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's French gilt bronze sconces with 3 lights.
Bronze
Italian Renaissance Style Wrought Iron Wall Sconces
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Renaissance style (19/20th Century) black painted wrought iron wall sconce with four lights
Down
$925 / set
Pair Art Nouveau Brass Wall Sconces
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of Liberty style wall sconces in brass with double candle holders on each sconce. The rich
Brass
$5,800 / set
Pair of Large Regency Style Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 19th century English Regency style silver-plated 3-light sconces. Measurements: Height
Silver Plate
$1,550 / set
Elegant pair of 1920's sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant pair of 1920's sconces, the patina is allot nicer in person
Metal, Wrought Iron
$3,250 / item
Italian Venetian Mirrored Wall Sconces With Crystals
Located in Queens, NY
4 Italian Venetian 2-arm mirrored wall sconces having a shield shaped form with crystal pendants
Crystal
$7,600 / set
Set of Four Art Deco Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four American Art Deco sconces. Sconces are steel with new plating. The sconces were in a
Steel
$4,800 / set
Vintage Hand Carved Wood & Gilt Wall Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exquisite pair of Italian carved wood wall sconces, richly detailed and finished in hand-applied
Wood
$1,495 / item
Pair of Art Deco sconces, 1930s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Pair Art Deco sconces These original wall lights imress with their simple and functional Art Deco
Metal, Nickel
1900 Elephant Bronze Wall Sconce
Located in Marseille, FR
Elephant wall lamp from 1900 in bronze mounted on a carved wooden mandala. Glass tulip painted in gold.
Bronze
$5,400 / set
Pair of French Art Deco Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's French bronze sconces with glass detail. Measurements: Height: 17" Width: 9.5
Bronze
$4,800 / set
Pair of Antique English Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of late 19th century English repousse' brass and bronze sconces with original patina
Brass
19th century French Brass Candle Wall Sconce Candelabra
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th century French Brass Candle Wall Sconce Candelabra This is a large French 5 candle wall
Crystal, Brass
$4,400Sale Price / set|51% Off
Pair of Sconces Ormolu Bronze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extremely high end pair of scones in ormolu bronze louis XVI style, original gilt.
Bronze
$2,480 / set
Pair of Arts and crafts outdoor sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very nice pair of Arts and crafts sconces, the patina is much nicer in person
Iron
$2,373 / set
Italian Early 20th C. Carved-Wood Sconces
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian pair of carved and painted wood two-light sconces from the early 20th century. These
Wood
Classic French Art Deco Brass Wall Sconce
Located in Malibu, CA
French bronze single wall sconce showcases symmetry & a sleek silhouette. This two-arm bronze
Brass
Pair Caldwell Sconces With Etched Mirror Backplates
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This handsome pair of etched and cut mirror back sconces are attributed to the firm of Edward F
Mirror
$5,800 / set
Pair of Antique Italian Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1900's repoussé metal gilt scones with mirror backplate. Measurements: Height: 29" Width: 14" Depth: 7".
Metal
$5,800 / set
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double light sconces
Bronze
$4,500 / set
French 19th Century Patinated Bronze Sconces
Located in New Orleans, LA
French 19th century three-light patinated bronze sconces with arms decorated with acanthus leaves
Bronze
$2,250 / set
Pair of Antique Mirrored Wall Sconces
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique mirrored wall sconces 1920's
Bronze
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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