1920s Caldwell Bronze Medusa Head Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s sconces with medusa head and arrow design. Two lights
Vintage 1920s American Empire Wall Lights and Sconces
Bronze
1920s Caldwell Bronze Medusa Head Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s sconces with medusa head and arrow design. Two lights
Bronze
Silk over Metal "Medusa" Wall Lamp Aqua Creations
By Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
The Medusa wall lamp creates a mesmerizing halo lighting effect, adding drama to any room. It is part of the Morning Glory Family, of lighting fixtures, whose elegant shapes are insp...
Cut Steel
$825 / item
H 9.8 in Dm 8.9 in
'Medusa' Mouthblown Glass Wall Lamp by Carlo Nason for Established & Sons
By Established & Sons, Carlo Nason
Located in Glendale, CA
'Medusa' Mouth-blown Glass Wall Lamp by Carlo Nason for Established & Sons Originally designed in the 1960s by Carlo Nason of Italy, the Medusa has been brought back into produc...
Metal
$6,120 / set
H 23.23 in W 11.82 in D 3.55 in
Pair of large Medusa sconces in polished slate and rock crystal by Atelier H
By Atelier Pierre Harel
Located in CHOISY-LE-ROI, FR
Pair of large Medusa sconces in polished slate, rock crystal and brass. These Medusa sconces feature free-form slabs of polished slate inlaid with jellyfish-shaped rock crystal. The ...
Rock Crystal, Slate, Brass
SLAMP Medusa Wall Sconce Black by Nigel Coates
By Slamp, Nigel Coates
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Medusa is a dramatic collection that marked SLAMP’s evolution of stylistic production just after the turn of the century. The radial structure easily connects to the central Cristalf...
Crystal
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H 20.87 in W 9.45 in D 5.52 in
Two Early 20th Century Louis XVI Style Gilded Bronze Italian Medusa Wall Sconces
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The distinguishing feature of these Italian wall sconces is the Medusa motif. Medusa, from Greek mythology, is typically depicted as a fearsome creature with snakes for hair.
Bronze
Pair of Caldwell Medusa Head Sconces, Circa 1920s
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of golden sconces with Medusa head design, circa 1920s. In very good vintage condition. Dealer: G302YP
Bronze
A pair of wall lights Medusa, by Pete Sans, 1980s
By Pete Sans
Located in Sherborne, GB
A pair of wall lights, designed by Pete Sans, Medusa. These were made in the 1980s Pete Sans born 1947 By Taller Uno, Spain. Retaining the original label. The shoes chromed metal...
Aluminum
Pair of Sconces "Medusa" by Pete Sans for Taller Uno, Spain, 1990
By Pete Sans
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Very beautiful and rare pair of wall lamps "medusa" designates by Pete Sans for taller uno and produced in spain in the years 1980/90. Structure in chromed metal in the shape of a H...
Metal
Wall Lamp "Medusa" by Pete Sans for Taller Uno, Spain, circa 1990
By Pete Sans
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Very beautiful wall lamp "medusa" designated by Pete Sans for taller Uno and produced in Spain in the years 1980/90. Structure in chromed metal in the shape of a Horn and semi-rigid ...
Metal
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H 41.25 in W 17.88 in D 8 in
Pair of Large 19th Century Bronze Doré French Sconces of Medusa and the Sun
Located in Dallas, TX
This radiant pair of antique French bronze doré sconces measure about 41” in height! Their style can be considered transitional, since we can see motifs from both Louis XV and Louis ...
Bronze
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H 9.85 in W 11.42 in D 5.12 in
Pair of Appliques Medusa by Piero Fornasetti Enamel Ceramic Vintage, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
A pair of appliques by Piero Fornasetti in white and gold enamel ceramic depicting the face of Medusa. Trademark on the back. Manufactured in Italy, 1970s.
Ceramic
Pair Versace Bronze Medusa Figural Wall Sconces
By Versace
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair two arm bronze wall sconces by Versace. Center figural Medusa face.
Bronze
Pair of Vintage Versace Home Medusa Gilt Sconces Wall Lamps
By Versace
Located in Vienna, AT
A pair of beautiful and authentic Gianni Versace Medusa sconces. Vintage, from the Versace Home Collection, made in Italy. In very good condition, with patina on the brass. Labelled...
Pair of Medusa Sconces Red Murano Glass Gilt Metal, Italy, 1980s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Unusual pair of Medusa wall lights sconces in artisanal handmade red Murano glass, gilt metal structure style bronze or brass.
Metal
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H 24.5 in W 13 in D 6.5 in
Wonderful Pair French Louis XVI Bronze Four-Light Medusa Lyre Regency Sconces
By Henry Dasson, Pierre Gouthiere
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Very Fine French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt Dore Bronze Four Candelabra Light Wall Appliques (Wall Lights - Wall Sconces) Having A Central Medusa Mask Abov...
Bronze
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H 13 in W 12 in D 7 in
'Medusa's Scream' Art Nouveau Copper Sconce, Signed Chas, Barr & Dated 1902
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
'Medusa's Scream' Art Nouveau Copper Sconce, Signed Chas. Barr & Dated 1902 Signed with incised geometric cypher Chas. / Barr /1902 Made in Europe of the period, 1902. Either made...
Crystal, Copper
Pair of Medusa Leucos Opaline Murano Glass Sconces, Mid-Century Modern, 1970s
By Leucos Design Lab, Carlo Nason
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Medusa model, opaline glass wall sconces, or flush mounts, by Carlo Nason for Leucos, Italy, 1970s.
Metal
Sold
H 13.5 in W 10 in D 6 in
Wonderful Pair of French Empire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Medusa Figure Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of French Empire gilt and patinated bronze medusa figure neoclassical sconces.
Bronze
Sold
H 15 in W 7 in D 4.7 in
Antique Pair of Bronze Wall Sconce Candelabras w. Mirrors, Angels & Medusa Masks
Located in Lisse, NL
This matching pair of candle sconces comes with a rich variety of decorations such as the sitting winged angels on an ancient wall, standing angels, scrolling ribbons and rare Medusa...
Bronze, Copper
Pair of Gilt Metal Sconces with Medusa Motif
Located in Chicago, IL
These are a handsome pair of sconces that remind us of Gianni Versace.
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
Gino Sarfatti Model No. 2065 Ceiling Light for Astep
By Gino Sarfatti, Flos, Astep
Located in Glendale, CA
Gino Sarfatti model no. 2065 ceiling lamp for Astep. Designed in 1950, this is an authorized re-edition by Alessandro Sarfatti, grandson of Gino Sarfatti, who applies his grandfathe...
Aluminum
$1,726 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in
Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...
Metal
$7,885 / set
H 48 in W 69 in D 48 in
Trapezi 5 by SilvioMondinoStudio, Chandelier in Brass, Murano Glass LED Dimmable
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
The Trapezi Chandelier Offers a Contemporary Interpretation of the Murano Glass Chandelier, Grounded in Italian Design and Shaped by the Clarity and Lightness of the International St...
Brass
Teal Murano Glass Long Chandelier
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Horizontal brass chandelier covered with layers of grooved teal Murano glass panels.
Brass
$13,535 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
$13,704 / item
H 36.2 in Dm 47.2 in
Silk and Organza over Metal "5 Palms" Chandelier by Aqua Creations
By Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
The 5 Palms chandelier is part of the Palm Family which takes its inspiration directly from nature while playing with movement and grace. The ceiling fixture is highly customizable, ...
Steel
Silk over Metal "Liana S." Pendant Lamp by Aqua Creations
By Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
The liana S pendant light is the perfect addition to a dining room or kitchen. Part of the Orchestra Family, its concave form is inspired by natural shapes found in music, as well as...
Metal
$14,835 / item
H 50.4 in W 63.8 in D 10.6 in
Silk over Metal "Sahara" Wall and Ceiling Lamp by Aqua Creations
By Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
The Sahara wall fixture has a rounded sculptural form that casts a halo of light across the ceiling or wall it is mounted on to dramatic effect. It is part of the Orchestra Family, i...
Silk
$4,575 / item
H 16.9 in W 22.8 in D 7.9 in
Silk over Metal "Baby Coral" Wall & Ceiling Lamp by Aqua Creations
By Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
A small, cheerful wall and ceiling lamp hand-made of silk and metal. Available in 17 silk colors.
Cut Steel
$13,921 / item
H 50.4 in W 65 in D 7.9 in
Silk over Metal "Sikus" Wall and Ceiling Lamp by Aqua Creations
By Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
The Sikus wall fixture is part of the Orchestra Family of lighting designs. Its rounded sculptural form can add drama to any space, and this wall light is particularly evocative in o...
Silk
$6,507 / item
H 25.6 in W 37.4 in D 9.8 in
Silk over Metal "Coral" Wall & Ceiling Lamp by Aqua Creations
By Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
A coral shaped wall and ceiling lamp hand-made of crushed silk on metal. Available in 17 silk colors.
Cut Steel
Silk over Metal "Contrare" Wall Lamp by Aqua Creations
By Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
The Contrare's organic figure was inspired by natural forms as well as modern sculpture and architecture. The Contrare wall fixture adds a touch of sophistication to any interior. Th...
Steel
Silk over Metal "Evening Glory" Wall Lamp by Aqua Creations
By Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
As its name suggests, the evening glory wall fixture comes alive like a night-blooming flower. This luminous artwork is part of the morning glory family, including our most iconic li...
Steel
$8,646 / item
H 26.4 in W 72 in D 6.3 in
Silk over Metal "Liana" Wall & Ceiling Lamp by Aqua Creations
By Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
Inspired by music, Liana is a concave wall & ceiling lamp hand made from silk on metal.
Cut Steel
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.
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