Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.0"H x 3.25"W x 4.25"D Back Plate Dimensions ...
Wood, Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (Inches): 13.75"H x 6.25"W x 3.5"D Back Plate Dimensions ...
Wood, Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 12.25"H x 4.125"W x 5.25"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 12.25"H x 2.375"W x 0....
Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 14.5"H x 4.5"W x 6.5"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 14.5"H x 3.875"W x 0.75"D ...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of fabric and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.375” H x 8 ” W x 2.75“D Bulb Specifications: E-14 Number of Soc...
Fabric
Norwegian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Norway, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass wall lights designed and produced in Norway, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.625” H x 8.25” W x 5.75“ D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 5” H x .8“ W x .5” ...
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of light grey embroidery fabric and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10” H x 5.9” W x 3.3“ D Back Plate Dimensions (...
Fabric
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of off-white embroidery fabric and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.5” H x 7.5” W x 2.9“ D Back Plate Dimensions ...
Fabric
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige embroidery fabric and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.4” H x 7.75” W x 2.9“ D Back Plate Dimensions (In...
Metal
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.5 H x 5.125” W x 7.75“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): ” H x ” W x ” D B...
Pine
$2,600 / set
Ivars, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and floral-printed white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8” H x 5.25” W x 10“ D Back Plate Dimensi...
Brass
Large Articulating Stilnovo Wall Sconce in Brass, Italy 1960's
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
A large adjustable wall sconce by Stilnovo extends to 50'' and swings from side to side, while the shade is adjustable up and down with a counterweight. Can we wired for plug-in or h...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8” H x 8.25” W x 4.25“D Bulb Specifications: E-14 Bulbs Number of Soc...
Fabric
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of embroidery fabric and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.5” H x 5.5” W x 3.125“ D Back Plate Dimensions (Inch...
Fabric
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.625” H x 6.125” W x 8.125” D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 11.625” H x 2...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 7.875” H x 6.25” W x 3.875“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): N/A Bulb Specif...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of embroidery fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.5” H x 7” W x 2.875“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): N/A Bu...
Fabric
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of embroidery fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.4” H x 7.25” W x 3“D Bulb Specifications: E-14 Bulbs Number of ...
Fabric
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brown embroidy fabric and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 7” H x 4.5” W x 3.3“ D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches):...
Fabric
Khoybucky Patinated Brass and Crystal Wall Sconce by Vistosi, Murano
By Vistosi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1987, Italy. 'Khoybucky' wall sconce features a brutalist style patinated copper pyramid shaped shade paired with a thick, glossy crystal diffuser in a turquoise color.Thick perforat...
Crystal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of embroidery fabric and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Variance is execution of embroidery to each example, as illustrated. Overall Dimensions...
Fabric
Finnish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Finland, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass wall lights designed and produced in Finland, c. 1970s. Originally configured for plug-in. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.5” H x 3.875” W x 10” D Bac...
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Cork, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of woven cork-veneer wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.5” H x 6.75 ” W x 3.625“D Bulb Specifications: E-14 Bulbs Number ...
Cork
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.25” H x 3.75” W x 5.5“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 11.25” H x 3.75” W x ...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige embroidery fabric and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.75” H x 6.75” W x 2.65“ D Back Plate Dimensions (I...
Metal
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige embroidery fabric and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.2” H x 7.75” W x 2.6“ D Back Plate Dimensions (In...
Fabric
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11” H x 4.5” W x 5.5“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 11” H x 3.5” W x .75” D ...
Pine
$975 / item
Leather Meander Flexible Wall Sconce
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Leather wrapped flexible arm wall light you can pose and adjust as you wish. This is our updated Meander Reader light with larger cone shade and new upward angled arm. Lamping: Singl...
Brass, Metal
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.875” H x 4.875” W x 6.75 “D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 12.875” H x 3” W...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.75 ” H x 4.875” W x 7.875“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 11.75” H x 2.25”...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 12 ” H x 4.75” W x 6.625 “D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 12” H x 2.125” W x 1...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.375” H x 13.25 ” W x 6.75“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 8.375” H x 13.25”...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.375” H x 13.25 ” W x 6.75“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 8.375” H x 13.25”...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.375” H x 13.25 ” W x 6.75“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 8.375” H x 13.25”...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.75” H x 6.125” W x 8.375“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 11.75” H x 2.25”...
Pine
$975 / item
Leather Meander Flexible Wall Sconce
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Leather wrapped flexible arm wall light you can pose and adjust as you wish. This is our updated Meander Reader light with larger cone shade and new upward angled arm. Lamping: Sing...
Metal, Brass, Nickel
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Sweden, 1980s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1980s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 7.75 ” H x 5 ” W x 9 “D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4” H x 4” W x 1.125” D ...
Brass
Vintage Nordic Wall Sconces in Oregon Pine, 1980s, Set of 2
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of 2 wall lamps fashioned from engine turned Oregon pine. Designed and made in-house by Plus Lys in Denmark circa 1970-80 in a style reminiscent of Hans Agne Jakobsson and Lisa...
Pine
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Configured for plug-in and can be wired complimentary. Overall Dimensions (inches): 13.25” H x 11” W x 4“D B...
Brass
$1,353 / item
Piega Wall Sconce by Mingardo
Located in Geneve, CH
Piega wall sconce by Mingardo Dimensions: D15 x W18x H59 cm Materials: Satin natural brass Weight: 6 kg Also Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired acc...
Brass
$1,225 / item
Sfoglia Wall Sconce by Mingardo
Located in Geneve, CH
Sfoglia wall sconce by Mingardo Dimensions: D 15 x W 18 x H 59 cm Materials: Black natural iron Weight: 6 kg Also available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wire...
Iron
Mid-Century Wenge and Chrome Wall Sconce, Milk Glass Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century wall sconce combining a wenge hardwood backplate with chrome hardware and a milk glass shade. A polished chrome rod rises vertically from the mount, connecting to a chro...
Chrome
Sculptural Danish Sunflower Wall Sconce in Acid Glazed Stoneware, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piece unique - one of a kind sculptural wall light executed in glazes ceramic/stoneware.. Vibrant high-gloss orange and red acid and fat lava glazes sets the flower-power 1970s vibe ...
Ceramic
Antique GECoRAY F5012 Mirrored Wall Lights – 8 Available
Located in Tarporley, GB
#3882 Antique GECoRAY F5012 Mirrored Wall Lights. English c.1920’s. Salvaged from a church during recent renovations, these stunning GECoRAY F5012 mirrored wall lights are a rare f...
Aluminum, Brass
$975 / item
Leather Meander Flexible Wall Sconce
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Leather wrapped flexible arm wall light you can pose and adjust as you wish. This is our updated Meander Reader light with larger cone shade and new upward angled flex arm. Shown he...
Metal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 25” H x 4” W x 9.25” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 3.25” H x 1.15” W ...
Brass
Pair of Empire Sconces in Gilded Bronze with Three Lights, Early 20th Century
Located in Prato, IT
Italy, early 20th century Three lights. Decorated with themes typical of the Empire style. Electric wiring and spark plug for light bulbs with E14 socket.
Bronze
Murano White and Gold Glass and Brass Wall Light and Sconces, 1980
Located in Roma, Lazio
Majestic Murano blown glass leaf with a wonderful white and gold color, made even more beautiful by its polished brass structure. The Murano furnaces create an indisputable timeless ...
Brass
Murano Glass Smoked Color Wall Light and Sconces, 1980
Located in Roma, Lazio
Majestic Murano blown glass leaf with a wonderful smoky color, made even more beautiful by its polished brass structure. The Murano furnaces create an indisputable timeless design T...
Brass
$1,750 / item
Murano Glass Pink Color Wall Light and Sconces, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Majestic Murano blown glass leaf with a wonderful pink color, made even more beautiful by its polished brass structure. The Murano furnaces create an indisputable timeless design Th...
Brass
Solbackens Svarveri, Wall Lights, Pine, Rattan, Sweden, 1970s
By Solbackens Svarveri
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable pine and rattan wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.25"H x 8"W x 10.5"D Ba...
Pine, Wood, Rattan
Mid Century Dijkstra Glass and Brass Sconce Wall Light, 1970s
By Dijkstra
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Mid century glass wall sconce with brass frame by Dijkstra. The glass is very clear and has an opening on top. The lamp requires one E27/26 lightbulb and currently has an EU-plug. A...
Metal
Danish Modern Wall Sconce in Blue Glass & Brass from Vitrika
By Vitrika
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Up-light sconce produced by Vitrika in Denmark during the 1960s. It is called Bodegalampet (Design no.: 17019) and is made from brass set with a conical blue cased opaline glass shad...
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1980s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1980s. Wear consistent with age and use. Brand new lampshades. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 14.5"H x...
Fabric, Pine
Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige-colored fabric and wood wall lights, designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.0"H x 5.0"W x 6.0...
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1980s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1980s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.75"H x 5.25"W x 8.25"D Bac...
Fabric, Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina on brass consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 15.0"H x ...
Brass
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