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Lunel Swing Arm

Maison Lunel Swing Arm Wall Sconce in Green
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Hanover, MA
Maison Lunel wall mounted brass swing-arm extended sconce with original green enameled aluminum
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

French 1950's Height Adjustable Swing Arm Sconce by Lunel
By Lunel
Located in Hanover, MA
High quality French 1950's wall mounted swing arm lamp by Maison Lunel. Brass curved arm swings
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Large Lunel Nickel Plated Swing Arm Sconces, France 1960's
By Lunel
Located in New York, NY
Large & elegant nickeled brass sconces with ball detail and paper shades.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Nickel, Brass

Single Lunel Uplight Swing Arm Sconce in Brass & Steel, France 1950's
By Lunel
Located in New York, NY
Dynamic sconce in brass, enameled steel, and aluminum with multiple adjustments.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Cut Steel, Brass

Swing Arm Wall Light by Rene Mathieu for Lunel, 1950
By Rene Mathieu, Lunel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful double cone swing arm wall light by Rene Mathieu for Lunel, France 1950, original yellow
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Metal

French 1950s Counterbalance Swing-Arm Wall Lamp by Lunel
By Arlus
Located in Hanover, MA
1950's French wall mounted swing arm lamp with counterbalance pulley mechanism for raising and
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Maison Lunel Three Spot Bracket Sconce
By Lunel
Located in Hanover, MA
which included wall sconces, swing arm lamps, chandeliers and ceiling mounted lights. At present with
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Large Lunel Brass Rectangle Swingarm, France 1950's
By Lunel
Located in New York, NY
Large and original brass swing arm sconce with paper shades, double articulation, and swiveling
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel, Brass

Pair of Rene Mathieu Swing Arm Sconces Wall lamp French Adjustable Lunel Arlus
By Rene Mathieu
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Superb pair of Swing arm sconces by Rene Mathieu, adjustable sconces. US rewired and in working
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Massive French Counterbalance Wall Light Edited by Lunel
Located in Hanover, MA
This one is truly the King of Swing....swing arm wall sconce, France, 1950's, edited by Lunel
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

René Mathieu "Diabolo" Wall Lamp for Lunel, France 1950s
By Rene Mathieu
Located in Utrecht, NL
The swing arm “Diabolo” Wall Light was designed by René Mathieu for Lunel, and is a shining example
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

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Cream and Brass Swing Arm Sconce, Made in Italy
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Adjustable modern sconce with pivoting enamel shade. Made in Italy Please specify amount of cord, on / off switch location on cord, and hardwired or plug in. *Please Note: This f...
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Carl Auböck 'Nun' Floor Lamp
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
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LUread FS Sconces 'Black' by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A foldable and swing version of our original Lumfardo Luminaires LUread Sconces with a foldable and swingable articulated arm to allow for more variance in light direction. Made from...
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Articulated Sconce Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Style Solid Brass Black and White
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
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Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...
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LU Swing Sconce
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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...
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LU Swing Sconce
LU Swing Sconce
H 15 in W 5 in D 25.25 in
Rare Brass and Glass Sconces, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Angelo Lelii, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare pair of brass sconces attributed to Emil Stejnar, 1950s. Made of sculpted sheet brass with alternating white lacquered stripes these unique wall lights have four rows of st...
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Rare Brass and Glass Sconces, 1950s
Rare Brass and Glass Sconces, 1950s
H 11.82 in W 5.91 in D 3.55 in
Murano Pebble Pendant by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian pendant with a large gray Murano pebble glass shade mounted on brass frame / designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy Measures: Diameter 23.5 inches, height 35...
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Handcrafted Farmhouse Fluted Porcelain Pendant With Trumpet Shape
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. On their own they make a statement with their gentle flared bottoms and deep fluting. Hang in multiples for extra oomph. These cas...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England to an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gilt bronze...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Folk Art Side Tables

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Iron

Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
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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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Smoked Murano Glass Wall Sconces with Central Brass Plate
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Wall sconces made of a piece of curved and wavy Murano glass with a central brass plate. Two lights per sconce. Price per sconce
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Henning Kjaernulf “Razorblade” Armchair with Sheepskin Seat, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
This so-called “Razorblade” armchair, designed by Henning Kjaernulf, combines a strong angular structure with a rounded curved design that gives an overall feeling of strength and du...
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6 Pair of Georg W. Hansen Brass 1706 Double Swing Arm Wall Lamps
By George W. Hansen, Metalarte Spain
Located in Hanover, MA
At present we have six (6) pair of these original solid brass model 1706 swing arm wall lamps. These are the real deal, old school, with the extinct (not exaggerating) brass square t...
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Bespoke Round Italian Dining Table in Travertine
Located in London, London
Travertine dining table Made to order in Italy Round top Honed or polished finish Rounded or straight edges Travertine pedestal. The photos show a variance of tables we have ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Lunel Swing Arm Sconces
Located in Newburgh, NY
Pair of swing arm sconces manufactured by French mid century lighting company Lunel. Powder coated
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20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

Lunel Swing Arm Sconces
Lunel Swing Arm Sconces
H 11 in W 29 in D 6 in
Lunel Sconces Large Version
Located in Newburgh, NY
Largest version of the Lunel swing arm sconce, finished in a light English brass patina and
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20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Lunel Sconces Large Version
Lunel Sconces Large Version
H 15 in W 54 in D 11 in
Lunel Swingarm Sconces
Located in Newburgh, NY
Elegant pair of Lunel swing-arm sconces. Practical construction allows for many position as well as
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20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Lunel Swingarm Sconces
Lunel Swingarm Sconces
H 16 in W 56 in D 10 in
Lunel 1950s Large Swing Arm Counterbalance Wall Lamp, Gunmetal Patina, French
By Rene Mathieu, Lunel
Located in Aix En Provence, FR
French counterbalance wall sconce designed by René Mathieu and edited by Lunel in 1950s Massive
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Bronze

French Swing Arm Wall Lamp by Rene Mathieu, circa 1950s
By Rene Mathieu, Lunel
Located in San Diego, CA
Brass fixture with articulating arm and original enameled red metal shade with star-shaped
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Enamel

*HOLD* Pair of Lunel Swing Arm Wall Sconces with Gunmetal Shades
Located in Hanover, MA
A matching pair of French 1950's swing arm wall appliques by Lunel with gunmetal finish paper
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

French 1950s Swing Arm Articulating Wall Sconces by Lunel
By Lunel
Located in Chicago, IL
French 1950s swing arm articulating wall sconces by Maison Lunel. Only one is currently available
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces by Lunel
By Rene Mathieu, Lunel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful pair of crème colored enameled metal and brass double cone swing arm sconces by Lunel
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Metal

Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces by Lunel
By Rene Mathieu, Lunel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful pair of creme colored enameled metal and brass double cone swing arm sconces by Lunel
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Swing Arm Sconces by Rene Mathieu for Lunel
By Lunel, Rene Mathieu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful pair of original yellow colored enameled metal and brass double cone swing arm sconces by
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Metal

Swing Arm Sconce by Lunel
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome wall sconce by Lunel. Black backplate, with brass arms and hardware and polished aluminum
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Vintage 1960s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Swing Arm Sconce by Lunel
Swing Arm Sconce by Lunel
H 12 in W 15 in D 28 in
French Swing Arm Wall Light by Rene Mathieu for Lunel, 1950s
By Lunel, Rene Mathieu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
stunning large-scale articulate swing arm wall light by Rene Mathieu for Lunel, double cone lamp
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Metal

Rene Mathieu Swing Arm Sconce, France, circa 1950
By Lunel
Located in Culver City, CA
black shade with swing arm and switch on backplate. Produced by Lunel.
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of French Mid-Century Swing-Arm Counterbalanced Sconces in Brass and Enamel
By Lunel
Located in New York, NY
A handsome pair of French Mid-Century swing-arm sconces in polished brass and black enamel
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Red Swing Arm Wall Sconce by Rene Mathieu, circa 1950
By Lunel, Rene Mathieu
Located in Culver City, CA
Red Swing Arm Wall Sconce by Rene Mathieu, circa 1950 Double cone shade in matte red with star
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Swing Arm Wall Lamp in Brass by Rene Mathieu & Lunel, France 1950s
By Rene Mathieu
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Midcentury French wall lamp by Rene Mathieu & Lunel. Solid brass and red lacquered diabolo shaped
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

French Modernist Balancing Swing Arm Sconce
Located in Hanover, MA
Rare balancing & articulating swing arm wall sconce in the manner of Pierre Guariche. Probably by
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful pair of swing arm sconces by Lunel, enameled metal and brass, custom brass backplates and
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
H 9 in W 15 in D 41 in
Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful pair of large swing arm sconces by Lunel, enameled metal and brass, custom brass
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
H 7.5 in W 56 in D 15 in
Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pair of stunning french swing arm sconces by Lunel, black enameled metal and brass, custom brass
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pair of swing arm sconces by Lunel enameled metal and brass custom brass backplates
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Lunel Floor Lamp
By Arlus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
allows one to swing the arm up, down and sideways. It ahs a pleated beige and red original washable vinyl
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20th Century French Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Lunel Floor Lamp
Lunel Floor Lamp
H 67 in Dm 15 in
Modern Swing Arm Wall Sconce by Rene Mathieu, circa 1950
By Rene Mathieu
Located in Culver City, CA
Modern swing arm wall sconce by Rene Mathieu, circa 1950. Designed by Rene Mathieu for Lunel
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

French Swing Arm Sconce by Lunel
By Lunel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome swing arm wall sconce by Lunel. Black metal frame with brass hardware and red metal shade
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

French Swing Arm Sconce by Lunel
French Swing Arm Sconce by Lunel
H 8 in W 8.5 in D 20 in
1950s Floor Lamp with Swing Arm by Lunel, France, 1950
By Lunel
Located in Paris, FR
1950s floor lamp by Lunel, in varnished mahogany and polished brass, with a rotating swing arm and
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Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Sheet Metal

French Midcentury Creme Swing Arm Wall Light Lamp by Rene Mathieu / Lunel, 1950
By Rene Mathieu, Lunel
Located in Berlin, DE
This French midcentury swing arm wall light lamp was designed by Rene Mathieu for Lunel in the
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
By Lunel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful pair of large swing arm sconces by Lunel, enameled metal and brass, custom brass
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
H 7.5 in W 56 in D 15 in
Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
By Lunel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful pair of large swing arm sconces by Lunel, enameled metal and brass, custom brass
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
H 7.5 in W 15 in D 56 in
Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
By Lunel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful pair of large swing arm sconces by Lunel, enameled metal and brass, custom brass
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
Pair of French Swing Arm Sconces
H 7.5 in W 12 in D 39.5 in
Vintage Maison Lunel Wall Lamp 50's Adjustable Metal Lacquered Swing
By Lunel
Located in Lyon, FR
Articulated wall lamp from the 50's in the style of Lunel's work. Articulated arm in solid brass
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

1950s Brass Swing Arm Wall Light in a Style of René Mathieu for Maison Lunel
By Rene Mathieu, Lunel
Located in London, GB
French brass articulated wall sconces in a style of René Mathieu for Maison Lunel.  
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Midcentury Wall Lamp with Double Arm by Maison Lunel, 1950s
By Lunel
Located in Traversetolo, IT
1950s. It’s provided with double swing arm and shade, and the brass conic handle works as counterweight
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century French Swing Wall Lamp by René Mathieu for Lunel, 1950s
By Rene Mathieu, Lunel
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
French swing arm wall lamp by René Mathieu for Lunel from the 1950s. Diabolo shaped shade with
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Metal

Swing Arm Wall Light by Rene Mathieu for Lunel, France, 1950s
By Rene Mathieu
Located in Berlin, DE
Fully original arm wall light by Rene Mathieu for Lunel, double cone lamp shade in original red
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Metal

French Articulating Swing Arm Wall Sconce in Style of Jacques Biny
By Jacques Biny
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Articulating swing arm wall sconce attributed to Jacques Biny edited by Lunel with black iron
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Berlin Iron, Brass

René Mathieu Wall Lamp for Maison Lunel
By Rene Mathieu
Located in London, GB
A 1950s double swing arm wall lamp designed by René Mathieu for Maison Lunel. Crimson red shade
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Rene Mathieu Wall Lamp Sconce
By Rene Mathieu
Located in Madrid, ES
Rene Mathieu for Lunel, wall brass swing-arm extended sconce with original red double "diabolo
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Aluminum, Brass

Rene Mathieu Wall Lamp Sconce
Rene Mathieu Wall Lamp Sconce
H 7.88 in W 8.67 in D 29.14 in
Pair Of Lunel Swing Arm Sconces
Located in Newburgh, NY
This is the smaller version of the same model offered on our site. Same specs.
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20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Lunel Swing Arm Sconces
By Lunel
Located in Newburgh, NY
Pair of brass swing arm sconces for Lunel. Articulated in three points, the base, arm and socket
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Mid-20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Lunel Swing Arm Sconces
Lunel Swing Arm Sconces
H 12 in W 27 in D 6 in
Rene Mathieu Diabolo Swing Arm Wall Lamp by Lunel, France, circa 1950
By Lunel, Rene Mathieu
Located in Munich, DE
Rene Mathieu "Diabolo" swing arm wall lamp by Lunel, France, circa 1950, black lacquered metal
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

1950s Counterbalanced Swing Arm Wall Lamp
Located in Aix En Provence, FR
Large wall lamp with a counter balanced swing arm mounted on a joint. Gilded metal on all parts
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Gilt Metal

1950s Counterbalanced Swing Arm Wall Lamp
1950s Counterbalanced Swing Arm Wall Lamp
H 10.63 in W 38.19 in D 1.19 in
Lunel Sconces
Located in Newburgh, NY
Oversized pair of swing arm sconces by Lunel, the third and largest size. All brass construction
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20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Lunel Sconces
Lunel Sconces
H 15 in W 58 in D 11 in
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Lunel Swing Arm For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic lunel swing arm available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and paper, every lunel swing arm was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the lunel swing arm you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A lunel swing arm, designed in the mid-century modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Maison Lunel, Rene Mathieu and Arlus each produced at least one beautiful lunel swing arm that is worth considering.

How Much is a Lunel Swing Arm?

A lunel swing arm can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,450, while the lowest priced sells for $2,400 and the highest can go for as much as $12,000.

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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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