$2,850 / set
LU Wall Sconces PC
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Superb and sleek modern LU Wall sconces pat cop by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated unlacquered copper. Candelabra based sockets. Lightbulbs included. Priced as a pair. (left and rig...
Copper
Large Tubular Copper Sconce, Spain, 1960's
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large tubular copper sconce from 1960's, Spain. Six elements with white lacquered interior and two light bulbs each tube.
Metal, Copper
$1,500 / set
Pair of 1950's copper outdoor/indoor sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very nice pair of Mis Century copper outdoor sconces, they could also be indoor
Copper
$2,200 / set
ASEA, Wall Lights, Copper, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper wall lights, designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1970s Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.25" H x 6.1" W x 5.8" D Backplate Dimensions (inches): 2.75"H x 1.63" W...
Copper
Mid-century Pair Nicro Marine Copper Cowl Air Vents c.1960
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A pair of authentic vintage Nicro Marine (San Francisco) copper cowl vents. These iconic pieces of nautical history feature a gorgeous, authentic blue-green verdigris patina o...
Copper
$2,211 / set
Pair of Tubular Copper Sconces, Spain, 1960's
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of triple tubular copper sconces from 1960's, Spain. Copper elements with white lacquered interior and two light bulbs each tube. Three pairs available.
Copper
Pair of Rosegold Copper Wall Sconces by Teka No 7819, Germany 1960
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant pair fo Rosegold Space Age wall sconces or ceiling spot lights manufactured by Teka, Germany in the 1960-1970s. A real eye-catcher even unlit. Manufactured by Teka, Theodor K...
Metal, Aluminum
Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sconces, Oak, Copper, Sweden, 1970s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in High Point, NC
A oak and copper sconces designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced Elysett AB, Sweden, 1970s. Originally constructed as planter light, later fitted for wall mounting. Fixtur...
Copper
Nils H. Ledung, Sconces, Copper, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper and yellow glass sconces / wall lights designed and produced by Nils H. Ledung, Sweden, 1960s. Socket takes standard E-26 medium base bulb. There is no maximum...
Copper
Swedish Modern, Adjustable Wall Light, Copper, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Adjustable Wall Light or Sconce, Copper, Sweden, 1970s An articulating hammered copper 'Type 200' wall light designed and produced in Sweden in the later...
Copper
Brutalist Style Copper Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Brutalist Style Copper Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist sconces 9 pieces available Lamps are in very good condition. These lamps works with standart E1...
Metal, Copper
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Copper, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A freeform copper wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Oxidation present to copper Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (Inches): 18.5"H x 12.5"W x...
Copper
$3,200 / set
LU Wall Sconces PO.C
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Superb and sleek modern LU wall sconces by Lumfardo Luminaires in polished un-lacquered copper. (2) candelabra E12 based sockets per sconce, 15 watts incandescent light bulb per sock...
Copper
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Copper, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A patinated copper wall light likely designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.25” H x 8” W x 11.75“ D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 5.25” H x 5.2...
Copper
set of 2 copper 25cm Gio Ponti Style Theatre Wall Light Sconces, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light, set of 2 Origin: Italy in the manner of Stilnovo, Gio Ponti Age: 1950s This modernist light set was produced in Italy in the 1950s in Italy. It is mad...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Los Castillo Brass and Copper Candle Sconces
By Los Castillo
Located in Pawtucket, RI
A rare pair of Los Castillo candle sconces in copper with swirling inlaid brass design, Taxco, Mexico. Signed.
Brass, Copper
Outdoor Wall Light in Copper, Norway, 1970s
Located in Oslo, NO
Outdoor wall light in copper and glass. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1970s second half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage condition. The lamp is fitted with one...
Copper
Pair of French 1950s Copper and Diabolo Glass Sconces
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pair of French mid-century patinated copper base wall lights with a diabolo shade and glass details.
Copper
Outdoor Wall Light in Copper, Norway, 1970s
Located in Oslo, NO
Decorative and sublime wall light in copper and glass. Designed and made in Norway by Høvik Lys from circa 1970s first half. The lamp is fully working and in very good vintage condit...
Copper
Italian Designer, Sconces, Copper, Faceted Glass, Metal, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper, faceted glass and metal sconces/ wall lights designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1960s. Dimensions of Back Plate (inches) : 2.62 x 1.27 x 1.12 (He...
Metal, Copper
Italian Designer, Sconces, Copper, Faceted Glass, Metal, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper, faceted glass and metal sconces/ wall lights designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1960s. Dimensions of Back Plate (inches) : 2.62 x 1.27 x 1.12 (He...
Metal, Copper
Two Hammered Copper Sconces in the Shape of African Masks
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of two beautiful copper wall lamps sconces in the shape of African masks. Belgium, 1950s. Height 11.8" - 30 cm. Width 6.6" - 17 cm. Depth 2.7" - 7 cm.
Copper
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Spider Glass Copper Flush Mount Table Lamp 1950 Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Flush Mount or table lamp Spider like from copper, metal and blown glass 1950s Italy.
Copper
Fuga Copper Wall Sconces by Maija Liisa Komulainen for Raak, 1950s, Set of 2
By Maija Liisa Komulainen, RAAK
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant set of two copper coloured anodised aluminium sconces model "Fuga" C-1630.12 by Maija Liisa Komulainen for Raak, Amsterdam. Finnish industrial designer Maija Liisa Komulai...
Aluminum, Metal
French Designer, Wall Lights, Copper, Glass, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper and frosted glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.875"H x 6.5"W x 2.625"D Bulb Specifications: B22 (Bayonet)...
Copper
French Designer, Wall Lights, Copper, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of burnished copper and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Brand new lampshades. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 7"H x 13.25"W x 6.0"D Back Pl...
Copper
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Spider Wall Lamp 1950s Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage wall lamp or sconce spider shape 1950s, Italy.
Metal, Copper
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Copper, Glass, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper and glass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, 1960s Overall Dimensions (Inches): 6.0"H x 6.0"W x 3.0"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 5.25"H x 2.25"W x 1....
Copper
Lorentzons, Wall Light, Copper, Metal, Glass, Norway, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal, copper and white opaline glass wall light produced by Lorentzons, Norway, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 13.5"H x 8.75"W x 3.25"D Back Plate Dimens...
Metal, Copper
Italian Designer, Wall Light, Copper, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A two-armed copper and glass wall light, designed and produced in Italy, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.25" H x 5.8" W x 3.5" D Bulb Specifications: E-14 Bulb Number of S...
Copper
Brutalist Copper Leaf and Branch Wall Light
Located in Hastings, GB
Brutalist copper leaf and branch wall sconce circa 1960s-1970s French Beautiful handcrafted wall sconce in the form of a single leaf in brass and steel stems The brass leaf and has...
Brass, Steel
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Copper, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A hammered copper and beige fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 15” H x 4” W x 4.25” D Bulb Specifications: E-14 Bulb Number of...
Copper
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Copper, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of two-armed copper and glass wall lights, designed and produced in Italy, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.25" H x 5.8" W x 3.5" D Bulb Specifications: E-14 Bulb Number...
Copper
Copper Plexiglass Pair of Sconces by Weckelweller Werkstätten, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Copper and Plexiglass Pair of Big/Small Sconces by Weckelweller Werkstätten, 1950s, Germany Very nice high quality wall lamps Lamps are in very good vintage condition. These lamps ...
Copper
Italian Designer, Wall Light, Copper, Rattan, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable copper and rattan wall light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.05” H x 11.45” W x 6.35” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 7.5” ...
Copper
Vintage Handcrafted Hammered Copper Wine Cellar Torchere Sconces, Italy 1950s
Located in Trieste, IT
A striking pair of monumental, handcrafted torchere wall sconces that effortlessly bridge industrial design and classical grandeur.
Copper
Pair of Copper and Glass Wall Lamps, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant pair of Italian wall lamps from the 1960s beautifully captures the refined materiality and balanced proportions characteristic of midcentury design. Each fixture combine...
Copper
Modular Composition of Copper Wall Lights from 1960's
Located in Barcelona, ES
Modular composition of copper wall lights from 1960's, Spain. Composed of 28 units of wall lights in various sets, a double height wall light with six units (33 W. x 9 D. x 61 H.), a...
Copper
Curved Arm PH 4½/3 Copper Sconce by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A PH 4.5/3 outdoor sconce with a gently curved arm. The sconce is made from copper and has been restored so it is bright and shiny. The underside is painted white to reflect the ligh...
Copper, Enamel
French Designer, Wall Lights, Copper, Glass, Fabric, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper, glass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1960s. Dramatic patina on copper consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): ...
Copper
French Designer, Wall Lights, Copper, Glass, Fabric, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper, glass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1960s. Dramatic patina on copper consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): ...
Copper
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Glass, Copper, Sweden, c. 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A copper and glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.87"H x 7.25"W x 11.37"D Backplate Dimensions (inches): 3.68" Diameter x 1.0...
Copper
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Wall Lights in Patinated Copper
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, wall lights ‘Tratten’, copper, Sweden, 1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson designed this wall light 'Tratten', which is crafted fro...
Copper
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Wall Lights in Patinated Copper
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, wall lights ‘Tratten’, copper, Sweden, 1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson designed this wall light 'Tratten', which is crafted fro...
Copper
$2,349 / item
Copper Louis Poulsen PH4/5 Wall Lights Circa 1970s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Copper Louis Poulsen PH4/5 Wall Lights Circa 1970s - Price is per light - Solid copper shade and body - Takes E27 fitting bulbs - Suitable for use outside - Designed by Poul Henning...
Copper
Lisa Larson Unique ceramic/copper Sconces Studioarbete Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960
Located in Paris, IDF
Lisa Larson Unique sconces made at Studioarbete Gustavsberg Sweden, 1960. Ceramic hand made mounted on a copper arm. Price for the pair Good condition
Copper
Unusual Black Metal Single Sconce with Round Copper Reflector, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Unusual Black Metal Single Sconce with Round Copper Reflector, 1960s, Germany Very elegant and minimal design wall lamp Lamp is in very good condition. This lamp works with E14 st...
Metal, Copper
French Designer, Wall Lights, Copper, Mirror, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper, etched mirror and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Moderate patina on copper. Light oxidation to mirrors. Wear consistent with...
Copper
Vintage Single Wall Sconce With Two Shades, France
Located in Bastogne, BE
Beautiful French wall light with two diffusers made of matte art glass, brass and copper. The white glass diffusers help to increase the light. A stylish wall sconce will easily ad...
Brass, Copper
1960s Swedish wall lamp in copper and opaline glass
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
1960s Swedish wall lamp. Copper frame and cover with a beautiful green patina. Frosted white opaline glass. Simple and elegant design typical of Scandinavian design of the period. G...
Copper
French Designer, Wall Lights, Copper, Glass, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper, glass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.75"H x 16.25"W x 5...
Copper
Unmodified EU 230V Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Copper Sconce for Örsjö
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unmodified EU 230V Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Copper Sconce for Örsjö Originally designed in the 1960s by Jakobsson, this authorized re-edition by Örsjö of Sweden is an incredibl...
Copper
Pair of Midcentury Copper Wall Lamps, Denmark, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Praha, CZ
very rare type nice style of lighting.
Copper
Mid-Century Modern Sconces by Hillebrand, Germany, circa 1970
By Hillebrand
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Pair of Mid-Century Modern sconces by Hillebrand, Germany in chromed brass and heavy pressed glass resembling ice. West Germany, circa 1970, copper.
Glass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Tynell Style Perforated Copper Scones, Finland 1950
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and heavy duty sconces in the style of Paavo Tynell. Although the designer and makers are not known, these wall lamps are made with high quality finishing and show true c...
Copper
Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Copper, Rattan, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, copper and rattan wall light designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Replaced lampshade. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.5"H x 7.0"W x 26.5"D Back Plate Di...
Brass, Copper
Daniel Dhaeseleer, Large Illuminated Brass and Copper Wall Light Sculpture
By Daniel Dhaeseleer
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Daniel Dhaeseleer (1947- ), large illuminated brass and copper wall light sculpture, circa 1970.
Brass, Copper
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Copper, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass, copper and glass wall lights likely designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 12.25"H x 2.875"W x 4.5"D Back Plate Dimensi...
Brass, Copper
Set of Four Verdigris Green and Copper Wall-Mounted Lanterns
Located in Chireno, TX
Set of four verdigris green and copper wall-mounted lantern sconces circa 1930-1949. Sold together as a set of four priced $8,800 for the set.
Copper, Iron
Jo Hammerborg Scandinavian Midcentury Copper "Kastor" Wall Lights, Denmark 1960
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design couple of copple sconces wall lights designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Morup, ignition via original string and manufacturer’s stic...
Copper
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