Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Velvet, Cord, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pink velvet and cord wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Vintage 1970s Swedish Wall Lights and Sconces
Velvet, Cord
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Velvet, Cord, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pink velvet and cord wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Velvet, Cord
German Designer, Wall Lights, Straw, Germany, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of straw and cord wall lights likely designed and produced in Germany, c. 1970s.
Straw
$2,400 / set
H 11.125 in W 4 in D 4.75 in
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Teak, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak, brass and yellow beige fabric cord wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Brass
$1,900
H 15.25 in W 7.06 in D 26 in
Swedish Designer, Adjustable Wall Light, Teak, Cord, Sweden, C. 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
Dimensions variable, measured as illustrated in first image. Overall Dimensions: 15.25” H x 7.06” W x 26” D Backplate Dimensions: 10.1” H x 1.05” W x 2.625” D Socket takes standar...
Cord, Teak
$2,650 / item
H 10 in W 6 in D 14 in
Abalone & Fluted Brass Wall Sconce with Natural Seashell Shade [Corded]
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the Ligurian Collection, a sophisticated family of handmade fixtures in natural sea shell, coiled leather, marble, and bamboo, inspired by the faded splendor of the north...
Brass
$2,650 / item
H 10 in W 6 in D 14 in
Abalone & Bamboo Articulated Wall Sconce with Natural Seashell Shade [Corded]
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the Ligurian Summer Collection, a sophisticated family of handmade fixtures in natural sea shell, coiled leather, marble, and bamboo, inspired by the faded splendor of th...
Brass
$2,290 / item
H 8 in W 6.5 in D 2.5 in
XL Abalone Wall Sconce with Vintage Seashell Shade & Terracotta Base [Corded]
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Venus favors the bold." —Ovid Introducing the Abalone Siren's Sconce, the fifth release from the Fall 2023 Venus Collection, a whimsical new family of handmade fixtures inspired by...
Brass
$2,900
H 36.12 in W 12.62 in D 6.12 in
Italian Designer, Sconce, Rattan, Fiberglass, Cord, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan, fiberglass and cord wall light designed and produced in Italy, 1960s. Rattan presents with light wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 36.12“H x ...
Fiberglass, Rattan, Cord
$600
H 14.25 in W 11 in D 5 in
Vintage Hollywood Regency Tole Gilt Sheaf of Wheat Two Arm Wall Sconce with Cord
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
There are two arms, and each sits upon a flower with a curled base that looks like foliage. There are two lights and each takes a chandelier lightbulb. The piece is corded and plugs ...
Metal
$3,250 / set
H 60.5 in W 14 in D 5 in
Cast and Hammered Brass Shell Sconces with Cord Covers, circa 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning pair of brass shell sconces that mount in place. They glow atmospherically against a wall. Tubular brass cord covers provide a finished look.
Brass
Unique Prickly Pear Velvet 2 Opalines Wall Light by Mickael Koska
Located in Geneve, CH
UniquePrickly Pear Velvet 2 Opalines Wall Light by Mickael Koska Dimensions: Ø 24 cm x H 40 cm. Materials: Opaline glass, velvet finish, ceramic, and textile cord. All our lamps can...
Ceramic, Cord, Opaline Glass
Mid-Century Modern Teak and Sisal Wall Lamp by Temde Leuchten
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Berlin, DE
Temde Teak and Sisal wall lamp, Switzerland 1950s This lamp features three different height positions that can be adjusted with its teak bar. 1xE27 bulb.
Cord, Teak
$8,000 / set
H 18.5 in W 6.5 in D 9 in
Pair of 19th Century Empire Gilt Bronze Ormolu Caduceus Wall Appliques, France
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of late 19th century Empire gilt bronze ormolu wall appliques of arms holding Caduceus staffs, France By: unknown Material: bronze, copper, metal, cord, ormolu Technique: cast,...
Metal, Bronze, Copper, Ormolu
Hanging lamps by Philippe Starck, USA 1990.
Located in Milan, IT
A Group of hanging pendant lamps in textured steel and purple braided cord by Philippe Starck, for the Paramount Hotel. This fixture was exclusive to the Paramount Hotel in Manhattan...
Steel
5 Bar Line Lamp, Modern Brass Wall Mounted Sconce
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The line drawn lamp is a series of brass tubes, curved and slotted, and connected by a cloth cord. The slots hold LED's that shine back against the wall. Each bar can be adjusted, to...
Brass
Nine Bar Line Lamp, Modern Brass Wall Mounted Sconce
By Elish Warlop Design Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The line drawn lamp is a series of brass tubes, curved and slotted, and connected by a cloth cord. The slots hold LED's that shine back against the wall. Each bar can be adjusted, to...
Brass
Pair Vintage French Directoire Arrow Sconces in the Manner of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in South Coast, CA
Excellent and chic pair of vintage French Directoire wall sconces in the manner of Maison Jansen, all original.
Metal
5 Danish appliques by Foya Morup
By Fog and Morup
Located in New York, NY
A total of five wall sconces with clean lines characteristic of Scandinavian design by Foya Morup-three made in brass and two plated in brass very clean cut design. Sold separately a...
Metal
French Rope Sconce by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet, circa 1950
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Longueil, FR
Rope sconce by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet. French work. Electrical system in working order, original bayonet sockets. circa 1950 Measures: Height: 40 cm, width 20 cm.
Cord
Industrial Caged Wall Mounted Work Light with Retractable Cord
Located in Culver City, CA
Industrial work lights with cord hidden in black metal reel, can be extended to 20'.
Metal
Audoux-Minet French Mid-Century Rope Cord Wall Light
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in London, GB
A single wall light attr. to Audoux-Minet. France, c1960s. Rope construction with matching cord shade. Since re-wired and PAT tested. Good vintage condition. Location: Belg...
Rope
Sold
H 13.5 in W 10 in D 3.75 in
Pair of French Early 20th Century Corded and Tasselated Two-Light Sconces
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This fine pair of two-arm sconces, from France, circa 1900s, are covered in a pale gold and ivory cording with taupe accents. The faux candlesticks sit above a braided and fringed gi...
Cord
Industrial Pull-Cord Sconce with Porcelain Shade
Located in Culver City, CA
Industrial Pull-Cord Sconce with Porcelain Shade, newly wired
Copper
Sold
H 11.82 in W 8.27 in D 4.73 in
1950s Pair Italian Modernist Wall Lights By Angelo Leli in Brass, Metal and Opal
By Stilnovo
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Both can be switched on and off by cord. Note, that the wall lights can be hanged in two positions!
Opal, Metal, Brass
Stilnovo Pulley Wall Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wall mount pulley lamp, swings left/right and up/down with counter weight
Brass, Metal
Gebrueder Kosack Wall Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Painted, spun aluminum wall lamp with extendable brass arm and articulating shade.
Aluminum, Brass
Pair of French Perforated Wall Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Articulated wall lamps Left, right, shade pivots vertically
Brass, Metal
Single Model Lp10 Bidone Wall Light by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Los Angeles, CA
PRICED AND SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. Wall Lights with cord which plugs directly onto outlet, wire not photographed.
Brass
Sold
H 18.9 in W 7.09 in D 7.88 in
Large 1950s Pair of Sconces by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet, Ecole de Nice
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large pair of 1950s pair of sconces by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet. Ecole de Nice. Cord spiral ended by a lighted arm. New lamp shade.
Cord
1950s Pair of Audoux and Minet Rope Sconces School of Nice
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1950s pair of Audoux and Minet rope sconces school of nice. Each sconce is composed by one buckle and one arm made of rope. Rare original lampshades adorned with a thin cord moti...
Cord, Rope
Sold
H 13.39 in W 8.67 in D 7.88 in
Pair of 1950s Sconces by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet - Ecole de Nice
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of 1950s sconces by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet. Ecole de Nice. Spiral work ended by a lighted arm. New lamp shade.
Cord
Pair of 1950s Sconces by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of 1950's sconces by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet. Decorated with two curved rope arms. Two light bulbs. New lamp shade.
Cord
Sold
H 23.63 in W 4.73 in D 5.91 in
Pair of 1950s Lantern Sconces by Adrien Adoux and Frida Minet - Ecole de Nice
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of 1950s lantern sconces by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet - Ecole de Nice. Rope sconces with cylindrical lampshades fixed in a rope base. A pike shape cover decorates the sconce...
Cord
Sold
H 14.97 in W 17.33 in D 7.09 in
Large Pair of 1950s "Buckle" Sconces by Audoux Minet, Ecole de Nice.
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large pair of 1950s "Buckle" sconces by Adrien Audoux et Frida Minet. Ecole de Nice. Nicely shaped rope sconces. A light bulb surmounted with a custom lampshade at the end of each ...
Cord
Sold
O.C. White
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Double Arm Wall Lamp
Cord, Silk
Pair of Articulating Sconces by Jacques Biny
By Jacques Biny
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Painted metal sconces with custom brass backplate. Light articulates up or down by adjusting key at the ball joint. Shade pivots left or right. Rewired with black French twist cord. ...
Brass, Metal
1950, Pair of Sconces, Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1950, Pair of sconces, Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet. Consists of one lighted arms made of rope. Handmade lampshades in white ivory cotton, made on measures.
Cord
Pair of 1950s Sconces by Audoux et Minet, Ecole de Nice
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of 1950s "Buckle" sconces by Adrien Audoux et Frida Minet - Ecole de Nice. Composed of two lighted arms in rope forming a buckle at the rear of the sconces. Two bulbs per scon...
Cord
1950s Pair of Rope Sconces by Audoux and Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1950s pair of rope sconces by Audoux and Minet The two lighted arms are made of rope, in shape of anchor. Two lampshades made of off-white cotton.
Cord
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Bark, Cord, Sweden, 1982
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bark and cord wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, dated 1982.
Cord, Wood
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Velvet, Cord, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of cream white velvet and grey fabric cord wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Velvet, Cord
American Designer, Wall Light, Rattan, Cord, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan and cord wall light designed and produced in the US, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.75” H x 9.375” W x 5 “D Bulb Specifications: E-26 Bulb Number of Sockets ...
Cord, Rattan
Mid Century Teak Wall Lights Lamp by Rupprecht Skrip, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
This large and super rare mid century solid teak double wall light by Rupprecht Skrip (Germany) was made in the 1950s. The wall lamp has a solid teak base, two ball-joints with two t...
Cord, Teak
Green German Sconces with Adjustable Shades, Black and White Cord
Located in Houston, TX
Exclusively brown, vintage German shades with original green paint. Inside of the shade is a silver aluminum finish and is wired with a black and white striped cord. Shades tilt up o...
Aluminum
Pair of Chapman Brass Fan Sconces with Bamboo-Form Cord Covers
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Very nice pair of chapman lighting brass back lit wall sconces in the shape of Asian fans. White lacquered backs and curved insulator distributes the light evenly around the fan. Sol...
Brass
Prickly Pear Velvet Wall Light by Mickael Koska
Located in Geneve, CH
Prickly Pear Velvet Wall Light by Mickael Koska Dimensions: Ø 24 cm x H 40 cm. Materials: Opaline glass, velvet finish, ceramic, and textile cord. All our lamps can be wired accord...
Cord, Ceramic, Opaline Glass
Rupprecht Skrip Wall Lamp with Adjustable Swivel Arms in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rupprecht Skrip for Skrip Leuchten, wall lamp, teak, cord, parchment, Germany, 1958. Refined German wall lamp with two adjustable arms designed by Rupprecht Skrip. Through a cord ...
Teak, Cord, Coconut, Parchment Paper
Trouble Light by Sam Stewart
By Sam Stewart
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Paired with a softly-lit, spherical 25-watt bulb, trouble light derives its form from a re-imagining of underground subway lights. The 12 foot cord wraps around the wooden mount and ...
Cotton, Cord
Pair of 1950s Lantern Sconces by Adrien Adoux and Frida Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rare pair of sconces in rope Audoux Minet model Lantern. Composed of a rope wall rod acting as a curved light arm and rising on the bottom, it receives a cylindrical shade in off-wh...
Cord
Pair of 1950s Sconces by Audoux et Minet, Ecole de Nice
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of 1950s "Buckle" sconces by Adrien Audoux et Frida Minet - Ecole de Nice. Composed of two lighted arms in rope forming a buckle at the rear of the sconces. Two bulbs per scon...
Cord
1950, Large Pair of Sconces, Audoux & Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large pair of sconces, Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet, 1950. Consists of on lighted arm made of rope. Handmade lamp shape in white ivory cotton, made on measures.
Cord
Sold
H 5.52 in W 5.52 in D 4.73 in
Delmas 1970s Red Metal Space Age Eyeball Lamps, France Space Age Design
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Each features an adjustable spherical diffuser and the original pull-cord switch. Designed as wall lights, their base openings also allow them to serve as freestanding table lamps — ...
Metal
Pair Large-Scale Drive-In Movie Theater Driveway Lights
Located in Seattle, WA
Quirky pair of old wall-mounted lights from a drive-in movie theater in Texas. Classic streamline styling with aluminum accents and decayed old green paint.
Cord
Danish Mid-Century Swing Arm Wall Lamps
By Luxus of Sweden
Located in Santa Monica, CA
These lights are in excellent condition and have been newly rewired on nine feet of twisted cloth cord.
Brass
Pair Industrial Factory Pattern Sconces
Located in Seattle, WA
Originally these were big, bold, black-painted pair of matching industrial casting patterns for a rear differential on a heavy-duty truck. We've revived them here as a pair of over-...
Burlap, Cord
$2,121 / item
H 4.15 in W 5.35 in D 7.75 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich v...
Metal
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
LU Swing Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful brass LU swing sconce made by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hardware. Priced in...
Brass
$1,361 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
Brass
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$2,800 / set
H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano glass demi lune wall sconces, in stock One LED E26 base socket. Black glass sphere and brass fittings. Textured Murano glass, Wired to the American sta...
Brass
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
Solana Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish, French, and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. The walnut back plate (available in natural...
Enamel, Brass
$834 / item
H 11.8 in Dm 4.7 in
Serenity Sofie Organic Modern Contemporary Wall Sconce/Light, White Plaster
By Hannah Woodhouse
Located in London, GB
Handmade Serenity Sofie wall light or sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist Hannah Woodhouse in her London studio. Contemporary design inspired by nature and midce...
Plaster
Large (29") Smooth Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
A plaster pendant in a smooth, undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940s plaster plafonnier. Hanging by four white chains; with 3 medium ba...
Metal
Petite LUsaucer Brass Fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sharp and elegant 12" ceiling flush mount or wall mount fixture. This fixture is a new take on the traditional concept of indirect lighting that functions to accent a room with rich ...
Brass
'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Glendale, CA
'Floatation' Japanese paper suspension lamp for Ingo Maurer. Designed and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lighting icons since 1966. With imagination, cre...
Metal, Iron
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
Pillow Chair by Ash - Mint Velvet
By ASH NYC
Located in New York, NY
The Ash Pillow Chair, everyone’s favorite companion reimagined in a new textile in four luscious colorways. A comfortable, custom-woven, fully upholstered velvet throne dreamed in an...
Velvet
Sold|$2,520
H 29.2 in W 22.5 in D 4.3 in
Uchiwa Wall Lamp by Ingo Maurer, Bamboo, Mid-Century Modern, 1980
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Centreville, VA
Uchiwa wall lamp Designer: Ingo Maurer Year: 1973 German lighting designer Ingo Maurer first spotted some uchiwa, traditional Japanese fans made of bamboo and lacquered rice paper,...
Bamboo
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