Two Pairs of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Outdoor Wall Sconces, C1965
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 4 architectural aluminum wall sconces for the outdoors by Bega of Germany.
Aluminum
Pair of Murano Gold-Toned Frosted Glass and Brass Wall Sconces, Italy
Located in Puglia, Puglia
The interplay of the matte gold glass and the delicate sheen of the brass elements reflects the refined material sensitivity characteristic of mid-century Italian lighting design. Ar...
Brass
Pair Gothic Revival, Arts and Crafts era Hand-Crafted Wrought Iron Wall Sconces
Located in Lisse, NL
To explore all our 1000+ listings, simply click the button labeled 'View All From Seller’ Keywords: Gothic Revival wall lights, monastery style sconces, hand-forged iron sconces, ...
Wrought Iron
One Of A Kind Pair of Joseph Malekan Repurposed Solid Bronze Column Wall Sconces
Located in Delray Beach, FL
One of the kind striking pair of custom-crafted wall sconces by the artist Joseph Malekan. Masterfully reimagined from architectural solid bronze columns, these fixtures bridge the ...
Brass, Bronze
One Of A Kind Pair of Joseph Malekan Repurposed Solid Bronze Column Wall Sconces
Located in Delray Beach, FL
One of the kind striking pair of custom-crafted wall sconces by the artist Joseph Malekan. Masterfully reimagined from architectural solid bronze columns, these fixtures bridge the ...
Brass, Bronze
RW Winfield Art Nouveau Opaline and Brass Flower Wall Sconces 1845
Located in Hastings, GB
A beautiful and rare pair of gilt brass and opaline glass wall sconces / curtain pole holders by R.W.Winfield, these were manufactured on July 25,1845 from the Victorian Registry of ...
Brass
Light Sculpture - Brass - Architecture III by Eric de Dormael
By Eric de Dormael
Located in Paris, FR
Architecture III is a light sculpture created by French designer Eric de Dormael. Handmade in 2017 with brass and LED lights, this is a limited edition of unique pieces. Éric de Dorm...
Brass
18th Century Rococo Architectural Gilded Candle Sconce Wall Fragment, France
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
18th Century gilded wood three arm candleholder or fragment, beautifully constructed and ornamented throughout. This fragment was re-purposed and mounted on a Gustavian hand-painted ...
Wood, Giltwood
$21,000 / set
Art Deco Wall Lights from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pair of well scaled, substantial and superbly constructed flush-mounted wall sconces having architectural triangulated forms and crafted of patinated steel and frosted glass.
Metal
Mid Century Accordion Scissor Arm Sconce att. to Thurston c 1950's
By Gerald Thurston
Located in New York, NY
Stylish architectural scissor, accordion arm wall sconce having a black metal frame and shade, with brass elements.
Metal
$1,800 / item
Frame Wood Medium Wall Lamp by Violaine d'Harcourt
Located in Geneve, CH
Conceived as a scale model paying subtle homage to modernist architecture, each wall sconce in this collection offers a distinct brightness.
Wood, Paper
$1,812 / item
Frame Miroir Medium Wall Lamp by Violaine d'Harcourt
Located in Geneve, CH
Conceived as a scale model paying subtle homage to modernist architecture, each wall sconce in this collection offers a distinct brightness.
Steel
$1,618 / item
Frame Wood Small Wall Lamp by Violaine d'Harcourt
Located in Geneve, CH
Conceived as a scale model paying subtle homage to modernist architecture, each wall sconce in this collection offers a distinct brightness.
Paper, Wood
$1,527 / item
Frame Miroir Small Wall Lamp by Violaine d'Harcourt
Located in Geneve, CH
Conceived as a scale model paying subtle homage to modernist architecture, each wall sconce in this collection offers a distinct brightness.
Steel
$1,721 / item
Frame OW M Wall Lamp by Violaine d'Harcourt
Located in Geneve, CH
Conceived as a scale model paying subtle homage to modernist architecture, each wall sconce in this collection offers a distinct brightness.
Steel
$1,436 / item
Frame OW S Wall Lamp by Violaine d'Harcourt
Located in Geneve, CH
Conceived as a scale model paying subtle homage to modernist architecture, each wall sconce in this collection offers a distinct brightness.
Steel
Elegant Wall Light Featuring Long Gold-Plated Brass Tubes
Located in New York, NY
This recipe of rich materials and sleek lines inspired by art-deco architecture make the Streamline wall sconce desirable.
Brass
Hand-Blown Glass Wall Light by Naama Hofman, Brass, Pink 9.84In
By Naama Hofman
Located in Berlin, DE
Luxury Sculptural Brass Wall Sconce Hand-Blown Glass Statement Light Contemporary Designer Fixture LIGHT OBJECT 030.2 is an architectural and artistic wall sconce designed to tran...
Brass
Rare Set of 4 Dore Bronze Louis XVI Double Light Cupid Sconces, E. F. Caldwell
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
The overall silhouette is balanced and upright, with the figural body forming the central axis and the arms creating a wide horizontal spread suitable for architectural wall placemen...
Bronze
$1,379 / item
Frame Alu Brut S Wall Lamp by Violaine d'Harcourt
Located in Geneve, CH
Conceived as a scale model paying subtle homage to modernist architecture, each wall sconce in this collection offers a distinct brightness.
Steel
$1,664 / item
Frame Alu Brut M Wall Lamp by Violaine d'Harcourt
Located in Geneve, CH
Conceived as a scale model paying subtle homage to modernist architecture, each wall sconce in this collection offers a distinct brightness.
Steel
$1,721 / item
Frame Alu Brun M Wall Lamp by Violaine d'Harcourt
Located in Geneve, CH
Conceived as a scale model paying subtle homage to modernist architecture, each wall sconce in this collection offers a distinct brightness.
Steel
$1,436 / item
Frame Alu Brun S Wall Lamp by Violaine d'Harcourt
Located in Geneve, CH
Conceived as a scale model paying subtle homage to modernist architecture, each wall sconce in this collection offers a distinct brightness.
Steel
$1,322Sale Price / item|20% Off
Contemporary and minimal ceiling light, sculptural wall light Meccano by Spinzi
By Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
Sculptural Ceiling Lamp - Architectural Wall Light - Contemporary Industrial Wall Sconce - Dieter Rams Style - Jean Prouve Style Sculptural and sleek industrial-inspired sconce, su...
Metal
1980s Rustic Wrought Iron Wall Candle Sconce Decorative Accent
Located in Dallas, TX
This wall-mounted candle sconce adds warmth and historic charm to a variety of interiors, from farmhouse and Spanish revival to rustic lodge and traditional homes.
Wrought Iron
Pair of Architectural Copper Lantern / Sconces Wall Hanging
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your entryway, patio, or interior space with this exquisite, one-of-a-kind pair of large antique copper and brass lanterns. These lanterns are a rare find that perfectly ma...
Brass, Copper
Antique 17th Century Portuguese Baroque Gilded Pinewood Wall Fragment
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A single, antique Portuguese Baroque architectural wall fragment or sconce made of hand carved partly gilded Pinewood, in good condition.
Pine, Giltwood
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