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Cast Iron Exterior Lights

1910 group of four exterior cast iron lantern sconce lights
Located in Surrey, BC
A very rare set of 4 matching exterior large iron scones , featuring frosted etched glass, old
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Vintage 1910s Canadian Late Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Spanish Wrought Iron - Exterior Arm Mount Lantern, Grey
By Britt Jewett
Located in Santa Paula, CA
hem casts intricate shadows. Backplate dimensions (inches): 5 W x 9 H. Lantern shown in SBLC Grey
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mediterranean Wrought Iron Exterior Lantern Antique Glass, Brown (Old World)
By Santa Barbara Lighting Company
Located in Santa Paula, CA
even more so at night when the patterned hem casts intricate shadows. Other finishes are available
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Spanish Wrought Iron Exterior Arm Mount Lantern, Grey (Zinc Finish)
By Britt Jewett
Located in Santa Paula, CA
even more so at night when the patterned hem casts intricate shadows. Zinc finish shown in first
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mediterranean Wrought Iron Exterior Lantern Wall Sconce, Brown (Old World)
By Santa Barbara Lighting Company
Located in Santa Paula, CA
even more so at night when the patterned hem casts intricate shadows. Other finishes are available
Category

2010s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Spanish Wrought Iron Exterior Arm Mount Lantern, Brown Old World Finish
By Britt Jewett
Located in Santa Paula, CA
more so at night when the patterned hem casts intricate shadows. Backplate dimensions (inches): 5 W x
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Custom Bronze Exterior Sconces, a Pair
Located in Canton, MA
Custom bronze large exterior sconces. New, Solid bronze, recast from a cast iron piece c. 1910
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2010s American Gothic Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Cast Iron Wall Sconce w/ Fluted Acorn Milk Glass Globe
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original 1910s cast iron exterior wall sconce with fluted milk glass. The sconce is made from
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Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Large Custom Bronze Exterior Sconces – A Pair
Located in Canton, MA
Custom bronze large exterior sconces. Deco Style. New, solid bronze, recast from a cast iron piece
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2010s American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary Mediterranean Exterior Arm Mount Lantern, Old World, Antique Glass
By Britt Jewett, Santa Barbara Lighting Company
Located in Santa Paula, CA
geometric lines. A striking fixture during the day but even more so at night when the patterned hem casts
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mediterranean, Spanish Style Handmade Exterior Lantern Wall Mount Light Fixture
By Santa Barbara Lighting Company
Located in Santa Paula, CA
work of art. A striking fixture during the day but even more so at night when the patterned hem casts
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Two Antique Cast Iron Outside Lights
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
beautiful exterior garden lights feature stylish frosted glass Flambeau shades on cast iron pedestals
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Metal

Two Antique Cast Iron Outside Lights
Two Antique Cast Iron Outside Lights
H 55.91 in W 11.42 in D 11.42 in
Reclaimed Vintage Well Glass Wall Light Fittings by Walsall Conduits Ltd
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
1920. Lights are cast iron construction with "Walsall" makers mark embossed in the top section of
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Vintage 1920s British Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

Traditional Classic Craftsman Style Wrought Iron Wall Mount Exterior Lantern
By Britt Jewett
Located in Santa Paula, CA
used either inside or out. For example, their classic craftsman design adds a cozy element and casts a
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2010s American Colonial Revival Flush Mount

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique 19th Century Gothic Spanish Revival Hand-Forged Wall Sconces, Set of 3
Located in Plainview, NY
A timeless set of three exquisite 19th Century Gothic Spanish Revival hand-forged wrought iron
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Antique 19th Century Gothic Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Five-Light Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
shades are from the 1930s. The cast iron has been painted.
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Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Mediterranean Style with Contemporary Lines Exterior Lantern Flush Mount, Grey
By Britt Jewett, Santa Barbara Lighting Company
Located in Santa Paula, CA
lines. A striking fixture during the day but even more so at night when the patterned hem casts
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2010s American Gothic Revival Flush Mount

Materials

Wrought Iron

Reclaimed Holophane Verdigris Pendant Lights with Copper Fittings
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
glass is often paired with high-quality metal fixtures, such as brass or cast iron, to create a look
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Vintage 1930s English Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Reclaimed Industrial Holophane Verdigris Coppered Spun Aluminium Pendant Lights
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
paired with high-quality metal fixtures, such as brass or cast iron, to create a look that is both
Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Japanese Rare Old Pair Tall Trellis Flower Garden Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
interwoven wood pieces, attached to fences or the roof or exterior walls of a building. A pergola usually
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Iron

1930s Industrial Westinghouse Factory Pendant Bell Lamp with Glass Lens
By Westinghouse
Located in Hyattsville, MD
. Multiple metals; cast iron, enameled spun or pressed steel bell, enameled cast aluminium lens rim, brass
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Vintage 1930s American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Steel

Japanese Tall Pair Old Vintage White Architectural Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
lanterns are remarkable examples cast long ago likely in a very limited original number. They are the
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

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JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

Leather Meander Wall Sconce
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Our updated Meander Reader light with a larger cone shade and new upward angle feature. Bulb can be fully recessed. Comes with suggested LED bulb. Choose from over 25 leather color...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces

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H 16 in W 5 in D 12 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
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21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Benches

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Bespoke Italian Travertine Oval Dining Table
Located in London, London
Travertine dining table Two pedestals Oval Made to order in Italy. Size can be customised to a maximum length of 250cm. Can also be made in a circular one pedestal version.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Bespoke Italian Travertine Oval Dining Table
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Contemporary Torchiere Wrought Iron Wall Sconce with Spanish Colonial Influence
By Britt Jewett
Located in Santa Paula, CA
Elegant wall sconce with gentle tapering, clean lines and classic torcheire details. Hammered texturing and a rich waxed finish gives this wrought iron fixture a softer look. At ho...
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2010s American Gothic Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

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Wrought Iron

'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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LUdown Cylinder Flush Mount
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Outdoor Metal Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Wrought iron sconce with three (3) glass panes. Made in Italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not UL Listed. Standa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Mawu Sculpted Oak Chair by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Original chair in golden oak, satin finish. Flared legs, backrest and seat upholstered in a textured cream fabric by Dedar.
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2010s French Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Mawu Sculpted Oak Chair by Laura Gonzalez
Mawu Sculpted Oak Chair by Laura Gonzalez
H 35.44 in W 18.12 in D 19.69 in
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Stacked Bone and Brass Powder-Coated Table Lamp with Peekaboo Silver Leaf Shade
By Seth Premo, Arvo Ray
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

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Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
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2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals

Materials

Hardwood

Orbitale Brass Chandelier 3 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Twin Shades
By Silvio Piattelli, Stilnovo, Arteluce
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This 3-armed chandelier with twin shades is a versatile and elegant fixture perfect above a kitchen island, over a counter, dining table, or in a living room. The chandelier's three ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

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Aluminum, Metal, Brass

Prismatic Dish Sconce
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a nice simple Prismatic sconce. Prismatic glass gives the off a nice warm glow and can feel early and modern at the same time. This example features a 10 in diameter shade. W...
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21st Century and Contemporary Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

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Glass

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H 9 in W 10 in D 12 in
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By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE floor lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant‘s Foot– for the prominent shape at its base. Se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Textile, Wood

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Vintage Pair of Cast Iron Wall Sconces
Located in Farmington, CT
Old Lights On is pleased to offer this pair of cast-iron exterior wall sconces. They have been
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Vintage 1910s American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Galliano Sconce in Steel
By Delightfull
Located in New York, NY
wall lamp is one of DelightFULL’s top best sellers. Made of iron with a matte black exterior and a gold
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21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

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Steel

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H 19.69 in W 5.12 in D 3.35 in
RAF Hanger Pendants
Located in Llandudno, Conwy
Large WW II RAF hangar pendant lights. Green enamel exterior with a pleasing uneven colour, cast
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Vintage 1940s British Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

RAF Hanger Pendants
RAF Hanger Pendants
H 16.93 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
1920 Exterior Cast Iron Sconce Lights
Located in Surrey, BC
A very nice set of outdoor lights, rewired and CSA tested. Featuring cast iron details, glass
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Vintage 1920s American American Craftsman Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

1910 Cast Iron Art Deco Style Exterior Sconce Wall Lights
Located in Surrey, BC
A very nice pair of cast iron exterior light fixtures salvaged from the Wrigley Factory building
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

1910 Large Cast Iron Set of Four Exterior Outdoor Sconce Lights
Located in Surrey, BC
We have salvaged a set of four large detailed exterior wall sconce lights that once graced a church
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Vintage 1910s American American Empire Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Pair of Exterior Cast Iron Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of cast iron sconces. Each sconce is newly rewired for two standard light bulbs.
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Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

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Cast Iron Exterior Wall Sconces, circa 1900
Located in Surrey, BC
decorative cast iron. Early schoolhouse-style glass globes. Shade Fitters are oxidized black paint over brass
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Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Iron

1911 Pair of Exterior Cast Iron Light Sconces
Located in Surrey, BC
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Vintage 1910s American Gothic Wall Lights and Sconces

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Large French Exterior Glazed Cast Iron Lantern
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
Large French Exterior glazed cast iron Lantern An impressive wall-mounted exterior cast iron
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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

Large French Exterior Glazed Cast Iron Lantern
Large French Exterior Glazed Cast Iron Lantern
H 18.12 in W 10.63 in D 13.78 in
A pair of black cast iron exterior sconces
Located in New York, NY
EX0493 A pair of black cast iron exterior sconces in great original condition with frosted
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Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

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By General Electric
Located in Surrey, BC
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Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

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Located in Canton, MA
clear glass. Made for exterior use. Painted Black. Material: cast iron, glass Style: Traditional
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

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Located in New York, NY
EX0471 A pair of dark bronze and black cast iron large lantern-body exterior sconces. The
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Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze, Iron

Squared Arts & Crafts Exterior Bronze Custom Sconce, a Pair
Located in Canton, MA
durable, option that requires less maintenance than cast iron, we recast original 1910 sconces from a
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Unusual French Barn Lights with Original Glass
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Two pairs of unusual charming, French, 1950s aluminium, cast iron and holophane glass exterior
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Vintage 1950s French Rustic Wall Lights and Sconces

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Aluminum, Iron

19th C Bronze Wall Sconce Light Mercury Holding Cornucopias Verdigris Grand Tour
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A mid to late 19th century French gas wall light, cast bronze depicting a well modelled Mercury
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Classical Greek Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

1910 Exterior Cast Iron Victorian Sconce Lights Pair
Located in Surrey, BC
A great detailed pair of exterior lights, salvaged from a historical building in Montreal in the
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Early 20th Century Canadian Late Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Exterior Wall Lanterns
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of large cast iron exterior wall sconces, each a glazed paneled six sided lantern,with
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Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

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Located in Surrey, BC
a beautiful pair of complete cast iron post lights ideal for a garden / driveway posts entry etc
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Early 20th Century American Gothic Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

1920s Exterior Black Cast Iron Sconces with Round Fluted & Frosted Glass Globes
Located in New York, NY
Antique pair of cast iron exterior sconces with fluted globe with frosted glass. These 1920's
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Vintage 1920s American American Craftsman Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique White Globe Cast Iron Outdoor Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century pair of exterior building sconces. Made with a cast iron body and brass shade
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Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

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Early 20th Century Black Exterior Lantern Sconces – A pair
Located in Canton, MA
Early 20th Century black lantern sconces. Painted cast iron backplate and frame, with interior
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

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By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
glass is often paired with high-quality metal fixtures, such as brass or cast iron, to create a look
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Vintage 1930s English Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Extraordinary American Adlake Railroad Signal Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Switch Lantern and Lamp with its original interior and exterior hardware including four (4) big brilliant
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20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Pair of Cast Iron Exterior Wall Sconces
Located in Vancouver, BC
Pair of large cast iron exterior wall sconces with original milk glass globes.
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Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

Sweet Pair Exterior Lights
Located in Pasadena, CA
Highly detailed, these cast exterior lights c. 1920's-'30s feature a wonderful open design over
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Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Sweet Pair Exterior Lights
Sweet Pair Exterior Lights
H 12 in W 7 in D 4.5 in
Exterior Iron Lantern with Curved Pebbled Glass Panels
By George Washington Maher
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Iron exterior sconce with curved pebble glass panels. Removed from a home in Kenilworth, Illinois
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Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Large Wall Mounted Exterior Lantern
Located in Pasadena, CA
Large, ornate exterior lantern with nicely wrought iron bracket.
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Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

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Wrought Iron

Large Wall Mounted Exterior Lantern
Large Wall Mounted Exterior Lantern
H 32 in W 12.25 in D 18.5 in
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Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a beautiful and rare fixture with grape with cut-out design.
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Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

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Wrought Iron

Pair of large exterior sconces
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of large,over-sized, three light sconces in the neo-classic taste, made of cast iron and zinc
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20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron, Zinc

Pair of large exterior sconces
Pair of large exterior sconces
H 33 in W 28 in D 23 in
Pair of Italian Hanging Exterior Lanterns
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Expertly hand wrought and cast iron work with remnants of original verdigris painted details
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Iron

Craftsman or Arts & Crafts Exterior Lantern Sconce, Pair
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Cast iron sconce pair with original patina finish and original iridescent caramel slag glass
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

Pair of Exterior Cast Iron Sconces
Located in Vancouver, BC
Circa 1925 pair of cast iron exterior wall sconces with frosted glass flame shade. Perfectly suited
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Wall Lights and Sconces

Art Deco Exterior Sconce
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This impressive cast iron Art Deco exterior sconce features sharp hexagonal shapes and textured
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Exterior Sconce
Art Deco Exterior Sconce
H 33 in W 9.5 in D 8.5 in
Pair Cast Iron Outdoor Sconces
Located in Prescott, AZ
Vintage cast iron sconces with period shades. The fixtures were stripped back to bare metal
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Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass

Pair Cast Iron Outdoor Sconces
Pair Cast Iron Outdoor Sconces
H 11 in W 6 in D 8 in
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Cast Iron Exterior Lights For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of cast iron exterior lights for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and glass, all cast iron exterior lights available were constructed with great care. We have 8 antique and vintage cast iron exterior lights in-stock, while there are 7 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of cast iron exterior lights available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Arts and Crafts, industrial and Victorian cast iron exterior lights are consistently popular styles. Cast iron exterior lights have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Britt Jewett, Santa Barbara Lighting Company and Westinghouse are consistently popular.

How Much are Cast Iron Exterior Lights?

Prices for cast iron exterior lights can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, cast iron exterior lights begin at $550 and can go as high as $12,750, while the average can fetch as much as $2,500.

Finding the Right sconces-wall-lights for You

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. It’s no longer merely practical — carefully selected wall lights and sconces 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 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 as well 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 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 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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