Robert Mathieu Foldable Wall Light, France circa 1950
By Arlus
Located in Paris, FR
Large wall light by Robert Mathieu, France, circa 1950. Black lacquered metal and brass, original
Metal, Brass
Rare folding wall light in solid brass, France, circa 1950
Located in Paris, FR
adjustment. The folding arm allows the sconce to be placed in different positions. Two-bulb lighting. Sober
Metal, Brass
$2,863
H 51.19 in Dm 15.75 in
Large foldable and adjustable wall light, Maison Arlus, France, circa 1950
By Maison Arlus
Located in Paris, FR
Large foldable and swiveling wall lamp. Arlus Editeur, France, circa 1950. Black lacquered metal
Metal, Brass
$2,863
H 4.14 in Dm 15.75 in
Large folding and adjustable wall light, Maison Arlus, Paris, France, circa 1950
Located in Paris, FR
Large foldable and swiveling wall lamp. Arlus Editeur, France, circa 1950. Black lacquered metal
Metal, Brass
$3,340
H 9.45 in Dm 13.78 in
Large folding wall light René Mathieu Ed. Maison Lunel, Paris, France circa 1950
By Rene Mathieu, Maison Lunel
Located in Paris, FR
Large foldable and swiveling wall light by René Mathieu for Lunel. Double star-perforated sheet
Metal, Enamel, Sheet Metal, Steel
$7,396
H 17.72 in W 46.86 in D 1.38 in
Foldable and adjustable wall light by Maison Arlus, Paris, France, circa 1950
By Arlus
Located in Paris, FR
Large wall light, extendable and 180° rotatable, in black lacquered metal and polished brass. The
Metal, Brass
Unavailable
H 23.63 in W 47.25 in D 1.58 in
Jeux Contemporary Fan Shaped Wall Light Metal Origami Folded Limited Edition
By Jacobsroom
Located in Roma, IT
effortlessly complement any minimalist or contemporary interior. Fashioned of super-thin metal foil folded like
Metal, Sheet Metal
Unavailable
H 11 in W 5 in D 3 in
Contemporary Folded and Brushed Zinc Sheath Wall Sconce light from CBR Studio
By CBR Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The sheath sconce was designed as a lively sculptural accent for a variety of settings. Whether in
Sheet Metal, Zinc
Pair of Circular Sconces in Cut and Folded Metal circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of metal sconces, composed of sheets of bent, cut and folded metal and brass, representing
Prototype of a Wall Lamp in Folded Sheet Metal
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Prototype of a wall lamp in folded sheet metal, model of a silhouetted figure whose arms form the
Metal
Important Pair of Lacquered Metal Sconces, France, 2000
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Important pair of folded, welded and lacquered metal sconces, France, 2000. Creation of an
Metal
Sold
H 17.7 in W 9.5 in D 6.5 in
Vintage Late 1970s Modern Design Pair of Folded Brass and Clear Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Deco flair. The folded brass scrolled body has a curvaceous and sensuous design highlighted by a round
Metal, Brass
Tobia Scarpa "Foglio" Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pair of "folded" enameled metal sconces [original]
Metal
Tobia Scarpa "Foglio" Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pair of "folded" chromed metal sconces [dead stock] for flos
Metal
Tobia Scarpa "Foglio" Sconces
By Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pair of "folded" enameled metal sconces [original] by Tobia Scarpa for Flos
Metal
Tobia Scarpa "Foglio" Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pair of "folded" enameled metal sconces [original] by Tobia Scarpa for Flos
Metal
Foldable and Adjustable Wall Lamp by Arlus, France circa 1950
By Arlus
Located in Paris, FR
Wall lamp by Arlus Edition, France, circa 1950. Black lacquered metal and brass, new cotton shade
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 5.91 in W 45.28 in D 9.06 in
Mid Century beige industrial foldable extendable wall "scissor" lamp from SIS
Located in München, DE
Beautiful original Mid Century Modern industrial metal "scissor" foldable extendable wall lamp
Metal
Sold
H 20.48 in W 47.25 in D 28.35 in
Foldable and Adjustable Wall Light by Maison Lunel, France circa 1950
By Maison Lunel
Located in Paris, FR
Foldable and adjustable wall light by Maison Lunel, France circa 1950. This unusual wall lamp is
Metal, Brass
Pair of Large Folded Steel Wall Lights in the Style of Monnet
By François Monnet
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
In the style of François Monnet, French 1970s large substantial folded curved steel metal sconces
Steel
Italian Folded Plate Metal Sconces
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Chic Italian sconces in bronzed brass with a single candelabra base bulb hidden behind a folded
Brass
Folding Arm Wall Lamp, 1960s, Holland
By Louis Kalff, Phillips Holland
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful folding arm lamp. Black perforated shade chrome arm, comes with rosewood details. Nice
Metal
Floris Fideldij Folding Arm Lamp Artimeta
By Floris H. Fiedeldij, Artimeta
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful articulated wall lamp. Design by Floris Fideldij for Artimeta, Holland, 1960s. Adjustable in any direction. Black color.
Metal
Tobia Scarpa Foglio Sconces
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A white enameled metal sconce folded to create warm ambient light. Lead time: 6-8 weeks.
Metal
Sold
H 11.82 in W 40.75 in D 13.78 in
Pair of Adjustable and Foldable Wall Lights by Arlus, France, circa 1950
By Arlus
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of wall lamps by Arlus Edition, France, circa 1950. Black lacquered metal and brass, new
Metal, Brass
INDUSTRIAL FOLDING ACCORDION WALL LIGHT WITH MERCURY GLASS SHADE
Located in Essex, MA
A metal wall mounted industrial light, with adjustable folding accordion metal arm with locking
Metal
Modern Adjustable Italian Swing Arm Sconce in Metal and Brass
Located in Culver City, CA
Adjustable with painted metal shade and brass hardware extending from black metal mounting plate. Modern era Italian design. Made in Italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to or...
Metal, Brass
$1,362 / 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
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'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 “...
Textile
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
Stingray Chandelier Brass by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Stingray chandelier brass by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions: L 152 cm x W 121 cm x H 70 cm Materials: Brass Lampshade & Ceiling cup: 100...
Aluminum, Brass
$924 / item
H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 33.86 in
Pair of Articulated Sconce Mid-Century Modern Solid Brass Black and White
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This exquisite sconce is a nod to the timeless pieces crafted by mid-century modern Italian studios Arteluce and Stilnovo in the 1950s, but with a unique and distinctive design that ...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$1,780 / item
H 9.1 in Dm 4.72 in
Carl Auböck '4723' Patinated Brass Plug-In Wall Light With White Shade
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck '4723' Patinated Brass Plug-In Wall Light With White Shade. Designed in 1950, this versatile and minimalist Viennese lamp is executed in brass with a cast iron base and ...
Brass
Swedish Mid Century Floor Lamp in Brass by Nordiska Kompaniet
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Karlstad, SE
A refined 1940s floor lamp produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, showcasing the era's exquisite craftsmanship and understated elegance. The lamp features a slender, gracefully arched brass...
Brass
Panoplie Petite Iron Tripod Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite iron tripod lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new oyster linen shade. Multiple available, sold individually. Takes one E12 base bulb, up to 25 W or highe...
Iron
$1,275 / item
H 15 in W 13.5 in D 6 in
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Mathieu Matégot, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
$6,900 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Short Cream & Brass Swing Arm Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Adjustable with painted metal shade and brass hardware extending from black metal mounting plate. Modern era Italian design. Made in Italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to or...
Metal, Brass
$16,940 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
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
$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
$2,326 / set
H 11.62 in W 9.26 in D 3.94 in
Barovier Style Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass Shell Sconces, 60s, Pair.
By Barovier
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Mid-century modern shell-shaped wall lights, made in Italy in Murano in the style of Barovier, in Graniglia Murano glass, mounted on a white lacquered metal and brass base, 1960s. Re...
Metal
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.
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