Pair of Large Italian Hand Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1960's Italian carved and gilt wood sconces with arm holding light.
Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Wood
Pair of Large Italian Hand Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1960's Italian carved and gilt wood sconces with arm holding light.
Wood
Italian Pair of Painted Iron & Carved Wood 3-Light Sconces, Early 19thc. & later
Located in Atlanta, GA
with later carved backplates issuing wrought iron arms topped with giltwood bobeches, slightly different in size
Iron
Pair Of Italian Louis XVI Style Gilt Wood and Metal Two Light Wall Sconces
Located in Germantown, MD
A magnificent Pair Of Italian Louis XVI Style Gilt Wood and Metal Two Light Wall Sconces in great vintage condition.
Metal
$1,650 / set
Pair Antique Sheet Metal Floral Sconces
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of classically themed Sconces with Footed draped urn forms with tall scrolled leafy vines with 5 crystal flowers.
Crystal, Metal
$8,800 / set
Pair of Large Anglo-Indian Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Set of four large circa 1950's three-arm Anglo-Indian sconces with wooden backplate and brass finish. Sold in pairs. Measurements: Height: 23" Width: 18" Depth: 13.5"
Brass
Pair of French Gilt Wood & Gesso Four Arm Foliage & Mirror Wall Sconces, C. 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French gilt wood and Gesso wall sconces with torches and arrows, centered flower basket, four scrolled acanthus medallion arms, flanking harp mirrors, and valences with rope ...
Gesso, Mirror, Giltwood
$4,800 / set
Pair of English Etched Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920s English double-light patinated bronze sconces with etched mirror backplates. Measurements: Height 14.5" Width 9.25" Depth 5.5".
Mirror, Wood
$850Sale Price / set|34% Off
Pair of Neoclassical Style Ebonized & Gilt Sconces
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Neoclassical Style Ebonized and Gilt Composition Wall Sconces, each with a single candlestick arm. 21" H x 13.25" W x 8" D. Provenance: From a Forest Hills Gardens Estate.
Metal
$3,975 / set
Pair of 18th Century Italian Polychrome Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Tall pair of antique Italian Neoclassical style carved wood polychrome sconces from Tuscany.
Wood
Pair of Guillerme et Chambron Wall Sconces Oak Wood & Ceramic French Folk Art 60
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Miami, FL
Very rare example of Guillerme et Chambron oak sconces with some ceramic Bobech by Danikowski 100 watts bulb max US wired , in working condition 2 pairs available. Priced by pair, Ha...
Oak
$6,850 / set
Pair of Gilded, Mirrored, Period Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of period, hand carved, gessoed, and 22-karat gold gilded, Second Empire, French sconces. Each with gilt bronze arms, and inset with original, mercury glass mirrors. Each with...
Bronze
$2,109Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Sconces White Opal Glasses Brass Iron Wood attributed to Stilnovo c 1958
By Stilnovo
Located in Milano, IT
Sconces white opal glasses brass iron wood, attributed to Stilnovo, circa 1958
Brass
$1,450 / set
Vintage Boho Monumental Wall Sconces - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This pair of monumental wall sconces makes a grand architectural statement, reflecting a sophisticated blend of Spanish Colonial and Mediterranean influences.
Fiberglass, Wood
$2,728 / set
Pair of 19th Century French Gilded Sconces
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Very decorative pair of French 19th Century wall sconces. Each offering two candleholders, these wooden sconces are beautifully water gilded with a wonderful burnished patina. With...
Wood
$2,373 / set
French Pair Antique 3-Light Wall Sconces
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pair of 19th century sconces mounted on shapely carved and painted wood back-plates.
Wood
$8,550 / set
Pair of sconces , Year, 1950, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Iron
$7,800 / set
Pair of Anglo Indian Amber Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1950’s Anglo-Indian single light sconces with hand-carved wood backplate and deep amber hurricanes.
Glass, Wood
$2,680 / set
1960’s Baroque Italian pair of Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
1960’s Baroque Italian pair of Sconces.
Wood
$2,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Renaissance Revival Parcel-Gilt Sconces
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful pair of Renaissance Revival candle style electric sconces with black oval shades, parcel-gilt carved wood back plates, and brass tubes to conceal electrical cord when wired...
Brass
$3,950 / set
Pair of Maison Arlus Sconces, 2pairs Available
By Arlus
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of 2-light French Mid-Century Modern Maison Arlus Sconces, Wall Lights.
Brass
$7,800 / set
Pair of Double Light Anglo-Indian Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1950's Anglo-Indian double light sconces with wooden backplate and patinated bronze finish. Measurements: Height 22? Width 14? Depth 12?.
Wood
$2,200 / set
Antique pair of French Art Deco sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
remember we have over three thousand antique sconces and over one thousand antique lights, we can not put everything on 1stdibs, if you need a specific pair of sconces or lights, ask...
Brass
$4,800 / item
Pair Of 19th C. Giltwood Mirrored Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of giltwood sconces, in classical form, each surmounted by carved fluted flower-filled urn draped with swags, shield shaped mirror plate, two candlearms; not electrified. Stock...
Mirror, Wood
$1,605Sale Price|20% Off
20th Century Pair of Venetian Wall Sconces, Italy
Located in Berlin, DE
20th century pair of Venetian wall sconces, Italy Solid wood, carved, colored and silver plated. 3 arms each, electrified.
Wood
$7,800 / set
Set of Anglo Indian Sconces. Sold per Pair.
Located in New York, NY
A set of 4 circa 1950's Anglo Indian single-light sconces with carved wood backplates and clear etched glass hurricanes.
Glass, Wood
Venetian Pair of Italian Rococo Wall Sconces, 1950s
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A pair of large handcrafted Italian Rococo wall sconces in Venetian style from the 1950s. These wall sconces feature detailed scrollwork, carved flourishes, and floral accents typica...
Steel
$5,950 / set
Pair of 18th Century Italian Giltwood Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very unusual Italian sconces. Can easily be electrified. Overall excellent condition, but there are some minor losses of sequins and metal thread.
Iron, Metallic Thread
Pair of Sculptural Wall Sconces – French Artist, 1980snches
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
An unique pair of 1980s French sculptural wall sconces, crafted from natural chestnut branches selected for their organic lines and expressive character.
Wood
$3,450 / set
Pair of Italian Carved Two-light Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of sconces, of painted and parcel giltwood, each diamond-shaped backplate outcarved with stylized fleur-de-lis, surmounted by palmette flanked by festooning, two iron C-scroll c...
Wood
Pair Of Antique Italian 19th Century Candle Sconces
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of unusual and highly decorative Candle Sconces. 19th century repose` with later wood hand-painted stenciled and ebonized backplate.
Metal
Pair of Butterfly Sconces by Alessandro Mazzucotelli
By Alessandro Mazzucotelli
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Note: Due to the size, weight, and value of this piece, we require shipping through 1stDibs, for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. While standar...
Iron
Rococo Revival Wall Sconces, Gilt Metal and Wood, United States, 1955
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Metal and Wood Rococo Sconces with Gilt and paint applied.
Metal
1960: Pair of “Torchères” wall sconces by Maison Lancel
By Maison Lancel
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1960: Pair of “Torchères” wall sconces by Maison Lancel Composed of a round brass wall bracket supporting a lamp arm; the lower section consists of a long blackened wooden shaft ado...
Brass
Pair of Swedish Solbackens Svarveri Pine Wall Sconces
By Solbackens Svarveri
Located in Pasadena, TX
These are mid century modern wall sconces . They're made of pine and have white accents. The shades are included with the sconces. The sconces are adjustable. They were made by Solba...
Wood, Pine
$7,800 / set
Set of Anglo Indian Sconces. Sold per Pair.
Located in New York, NY
A set of four circa 1950's Anglo Indian silver-plated single-light sconces with carved wood backplates and etched glass hurricanes.
Silver Plate, Bronze
Pair of Antique Italian Neoclassic Painted Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking pair of Italian wall sconces crafted in wood in classic form decorated with gilt floral designs over an alluring red background with three metal arms having gilt acanthus le...
Wood
Pair of Italian Style 2 Light Wall Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Italian Style 2 Light Wall Sconces. Wood carved and gilt that has a lovely, distressed finish.
Wood
$4,800 / set
Pair of Swedish Art Deco Marquetry Wall Sconces
By Mjölby Intarsia
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Swedish Art Deco two-light sconces made by Mjölby Intarsia. The detailed marquetry designs and penwork details depict two mythological figures in highly figured rosewood an...
Brass
Pair of Large Giltwood Sconces with Mirror Insets
Located in New York, NY
A set of four large circa 1930s French, double light carved wood sconces with original gold leaf finish and mirror insets on backplates.
Wood, Mirror
1970s Pair of Wooden Sconces and Brass Arms
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Pair of Wooden Sconces and Brass Arms
Brass
$4,400 / set
Set of English Gilt Sconces, Sold Per Pair
Located in New York, NY
Set of four English circa 1960s gilt wood sconces with mirror backplates. Sold per pair.
Metal, Gold Leaf
Pair of Selene Wall Sconces by Françoise Bergaglia
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of earthenware wall sconces by the French artist Françoise Bergaglia, made of a single sheet of folded earthenware and brass fitting. Two lights per sconce.
Brass
Large Pair of 18th Century Venetian Silver Gilt Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
This outstanding pair of Venetian carved wood torch sconces are easily wired if desired.
Wood
A Pair of Solis Sconces with Clear Hurricane Shades
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
A pair of sconces with hand-carved mahogany backplates. Each hand-blown hurricane shade is mounted on a nickel plated brass arm. Shown set for candles, but can be electrified
Brass, Nickel
$642Sale Price / set|20% Off
Scandinavian vintage sconces. Mid-century modern Pine wood wall lights
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Pair of 1970s Scandinavian Wood-Shaving Sconces A rare and beautifully handcrafted matching pair of sconces made from delicate, thin wood shavings.
Pine
$7,797 / set
Rare Pair of End of 19th Century Sconces
Located in Paris, FR
Rare pair of end of 19th century sconces, with two branches supporting a central panel decorated with a Chinese character with glass eyes.
Metal
Pair of Giltwood Tole Style Sconces, Italy, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Add a touch of opulence to your home with this charming pair of sconces. Perfect gilt and silvered wood and stucco to enhance any chic or eclectic home.
Metal
$5,800 / set
Set of Italian Wooden Sconces, Sold Per Pair
Located in New York, NY
Set of four Italian circa 1900 single-light sconces with original painted finish. Sold per pair. Measurements: Height 17" Depth 10" Width 6.5".
Wood
$2,981 / set
1950 Pair of wall sconces by Maison Arlus
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
It consists of a rectangular brass wall bracket that supports a black, spindle-shaped central rod, on which rest two brass lighting arms positioned at two different heights. They are...
Brass
Pair of Florentine Italian Sconces Carved Giltwood Neoclassical
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Florentine five-light elaborate sconces.
Metal
Monumental Pair of 18th Century Venetian Silver Giltwood Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Large pair of Italian or Venetian silver gilt wood candle sconces from the 18th century (can easily be wired if desired).
Silver Leaf
Pair of Italian Painted and Parcel Giltwood Plume Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Italian painted and parcel giltwood plume sconces.
Wood, Giltwood
$1,778 / set
Pair of Dorothy Draper Style Gilded Wall Sconces
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Italian silver and gold gilt two-arm wall sconces in the style of Dorothy Draper, the cascade drape-form joint by two iron arms.
Iron
Pair Antique Gilt Metal 5-Light Girandole Mirrored Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of antique (late 19th century) girandole wall lights (sconces) from the Belle Epoque period, crafted from wood, gilt metal and gesso, with mirrored back plates and hoop shape wi...
Glass, Wood
Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Wall Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Wall Sconces are the perfect choice to provide timeless elegance to any room!
Wood
Pair of Vintage Carved Wooden Silver-Gilt Candle Wall Sconces
Located in London, GB
A decorative pair of vintage carved wooden wall sconces, beautifully detailed with scrolling foliage, floral motifs and openwork carving. Finished in a softly aged silver-gilt they ...
Wood
Pair of Monumental Italian Wall Sconces in Neoclassical Style
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Outstanding pair of carved and painted torch form sconces with permanent pillar candle bases to hold chandelier base bulb. Green paint metal leaf sunburst back medallion plate. Con...
Metal
Pair Of Italian Wreath Painted And Gilded Sconces
Located in Westport, CT
Lovely early 20th century pair of painted carved wooden sconces with silver gilding. Arms and wooden bobeches are taken from a 19th century element and transformed into wall light...
Metal
Pair Italian Neoclassical Carved and Painted Sconces Circa 1920's
Located in Rochester, NY
Fabulous pair of Italian Neoclassical carved and painted delicate sconces. Excellent quality carving. Nice old patina. Circa 1920's. provenance not signed rare large
Metal
Pair Large Neoclassical English Adam Style Giltwood Girandole Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage girandole giltwood wall lights (sconces) in the 18th century English style after the Scottish brothers, Robert Adam (1728–1792) and James Adam (1732–1794), with two e...
Glass, Wood
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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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.
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