$1,637 / item
Large ISO Sconce Light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Large ISO sconce light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio. Dimensions: H 22” x W 60”, 10” globe.
Brass
$1,637 / item
Large ISO Sconce Light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Large ISO sconce light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio.
Brass
$1,500 / item
Small ISO Sconce Light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Small ISO sconce light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio Dimensions: H 17” x W 30”, 6” globe Materials: Powder-coated steel (also available in brass), fabric cord, color washed acid etc...
Steel
$1,637 / item
Large ISO Sconce Light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Large ISO sconce light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio Dimensions: H 22” x W 60”, 10” globe Materials: brushed brass or powder coated steel, fabric cord, color washed acid etched glas...
Brass
$1,500 / item
Small ISO Sconce Light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Small ISO sconce light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio.
Steel
$1,500 / item
Small ISO Sconce Light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Small ISO sconce light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio Dimensions: H 17” x W 30”, 6” globe Materials: Powder-coated steel (also available in brass), fabric cord, color washed acid etc...
Steel
Large Brass ISO Sconce Light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Large brass ISO sconce light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio.
Brass
Small Brass ISO Sconce Light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Small brass ISO sconce light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio.
Steel
Large ISO Sconce Light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Large ISO sconce light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio.
Brass
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H 22 in W 60 in D 25 in
Iso Sconce Light in Brass Finish and Color Wash Globe – Large, 1st Dibs New York
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iso began with consideration towards a common problem: how to create impactful, functional overhead lighting without a ceiling electrical box. Addressing this challenge with three si...
Brass
Large Single Stilnovo Sconce
By Stilnovo
Located in Inglewood, CA
Stunning classic mid-century wall sconce from Stilnovo of Italy from the 1950s in naturally aged brass, blown-glass and painted aluminum. Partially restored. 3 E12 candelabra based s...
Aluminum, Brass
MicroLU FS Sconce PBB
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, CA
Beautiful patinated brass MicroLU Full Swing (FS) PBB articulating wall sconce by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. In all brass patinated finish with push switch. Mu...
Aluminum, Brass
Lumfardo Luread "F" Sconces by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, CA
A foldable version of our original LUread sconces with a foldable articulated arm to allow for more variance in light direction. Made from solid brass and a hand-painted aluminum sha...
Aluminum, Brass
Aperture Sconce
By Allied Maker
Located in Glen Cove, NY
The Aperture series was created to provide a beautiful quality of light by combining bounce and ambient glow. The light source is held in a hand-spun perforated brass dome on one sid...
Brass
LUglo Sconces by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, CA
Geometrical and iconic globe sconces. Playing with the balance of weight perception and strength, these sconces show the tension created by a sphere rolling over a an edge. The soft ...
Aluminum, Brass
Single Wall Light by Candle
By Candle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single Wall light by Candle. Manufactured in Italy, circa 1960s. Brushed satin glass diffuser, satin nickel armature, custom backplate. Rewired for U.S. standards. We recommend three...
Nickel
Model 2045 Sconce by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single sconce by Stilnovo. Manufactured in Italy, circa 1950s. Rewired for US junction boxes. Light takes one E27 75w maximum bulb. PLEASE NOTE ONLY ONE SINGLE SCONCE IS AVAILABLE. ...
Brass
LUstick Sconce PB
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, CA
The LUstick sconce is a single brass tubular sconce that is part of our Lumfardo Luminaires contemporary collection. The all brass LUstick sconce is finished in a patinated brass. In...
Brass
Harper Wall Sconce
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing Harper, the new wall lamp design by Blueprint Lighting. Named for Ace Harper; artist, musician, fashion designer, mother and wife of iconic rock drummer Matt Sorum. Fro...
Brass
Danube Sconces by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This graceful wall sconce is handcrafted by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier. It is made with a black enamel finish and polished brass. An elegant linen shade diffuses a soft light. This fix...
Brass, Enamel
Lunel Three Lights Sconce
By Maison Lunel
Located in Miami, FL
Superb Lunel sconce or chandelier, three light , 40 watts max bulb US Rewired and in working condition.
Brass, Steel
M LRS Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, CA
Stunning copper M LRS wall sconce. Made from all polished unlacquered copper including the shade, manufactured by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Wired with an E-12...
Copper
Small Simple Shade 03 Wall Lamp by Naomi Paul
By Naomi Paul
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Simple Shade 03 wall lamp by Naomi Paul Dimensions: D 30 x W 50 x H 27 cm Materials: Metal frame, Egyptian cotton cord. Available in other colors in 2 sizes: D30 x W50, D50 ...
Metal
Counterbalancing wall light by Arlus, circa 1960
By Maison Arlus, Arlus
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jolie applique à contrebalancier et réglable par la maison arlus,
Metal, Brass
with Wall Lamp by Gentner Design
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Geneve, CH
With wall lamp by Gentner Design Dimensions: D 5 x W 17.7 x H 15 cm Materials: brass All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to the USA it will be wired fo...
Brass
Myrna Sconce Light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Myrna sconce light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio Dimensions: 23” x 18”, 6” globe Materials: Powder-coated steel (also available in brass), fabric cord, color washed acid etched ...
Steel
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$2,425 / item
H 11.8 in W 11.8 in D 7.5 in
Tulip Organic Modern Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light in White Plaster
By Hannah Woodhouse
Located in London, GB
Handmade Tulip organic modern wall light/ wall sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist Hannah Woodhouse in her London studio. Contemporary organic modern design insp...
Plaster
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
$1,570 / item
H 30 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"La Ligne" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30" x 30"
Located in New York, NY
Introducing "La Ligne" is a limited edition fine art print that captivates the viewer with its gorgeous abstract linework, demonstrating the beauty of simplicity and the power of for...
Paper
$6,240 / item
H 30 in W 72 in D 18 in
Minimalist Curved Front Arcade Console with Arches in Edo on Oak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett's Arcade Console 72" is a nod to the ancient Roman architectural form- a succession of contiguous arches supported by columns. The console has a slight convex curva...
Oak
$7,200 / 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
Leather Meander Wall Sconce
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Our updated Meander Reader light with leather wrapped flexible arm and a larger cone shade and new upward angle feature. Bulb can be fully recessed. Comes with suggested LED bulb. ...
Brass
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Oak Wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccable proportion...
Oak
Bertu Wood Side Table, Solid Wood Side Table, The Dublin
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Please scroll down to read IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT OUR STUMPS before purchase! Why buy BERTU HOME stumps? KILN DRIED Our stumps all go through a drying process in our kiln, s...
Maple
$9,453 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order
Located in Cirencester, England
The Sunday Daybed is a signature made-to-order piece by Alexander and Jones, handcrafted in our Cotswolds studio, UK, from sculpted solid oak with our signature wave form frame and c...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Los Angeles, 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
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, 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
Pivot Single Wall Sconce with Articulating Arms in Brass
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Chicago, IL
The Pivot LED series with its articulated arm and adjustable head this brass lamp, is not only multidimensional, but it is an ever changing line drawing that nestles into a room. Rem...
Brass
Organic Modern Table Lamp Sculptural Parota Wood Base
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pata de Elefante Small Table Lamp — Atomic Collection by Isabel Moncada Named ""Elephant's Foot"" for its bold, bulbous base, the Pata de Elefante Small is one of Isabel Moncada's m...
Wood, Fabric, Linen, Fiberglass
Rosso Levanto Marble Narrow Bowl
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our exquisite Rosso Levanto Marble NARROW Bowl, a fusion of elegance and functionality. Crafted from luxurious Levanto marble stone, this stunning bowl is a testament to ...
Marble
$1,350 / item
H 27 in W 6 in D 6 in
Modern Iron and Tan Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce - Plug In
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Celebrated for its striking composition and versatility, the Grace Articulating Wall Sconce is a true hallmark of ingenuity in lighting design. As handsome as it is useful, this plug...
Brass, Steel
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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.