Murano Glass Scavo Sconces, Hand-Blown Ivory, Mid-Century Modern Style
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass pair of “scavo” sconces in an hand-blown ivory color. Each sconce was created using the "Scavo" technique; which leaves the pieces with a corroded or etched finish on on...
Murano Glass
Set of Four Murano Glass Scavo Sconces, Hand-Blown Ivory, Italy
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass set of four “scavo” sconces in an hand-blown ivory color. Each sconce was created using the "Scavo" technique; which leaves the pieces with a corroded or etched finish o...
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Scavo Sconces, Hand-Blown Ivory, Mid-Century Modern Style
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass pair of “scavo” sconces in an hand-blown ivory color. Each sconce was created using the "Scavo" technique; which leaves the pieces with a corroded or etched finish on on...
Murano Glass
Pair of Modern Brass and Murano Glass "Scavo" Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
These wall lights are made of textured Murano glass with a scavo effect, a type of ornamental glass with a rough and opaque internal surface and a finish that imitates antique glass,...
Brass
Murano Glass Scavo Sconces, Modern Design, Hand Blown, Italy, New
Located in Austin, TX
Each sconce was created using the “scavo” technique, which leaves the pieces with a corroded or etched finish on one side of the glass.
Murano Glass
Rare Napoleone Martinuzzi 'Adam & Eve' Scavo Sconce for Cenedese, 1953-1958
By Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Sharon, CT
'Adam & Eve' One of the unique 'Scavo' pieces from the fabulous wall created by Martinuzzi for Gino Cenedese, 1950s . Photos demonstrate the very different but equally effective ...
Glass
$4,600 / set
Pair of "scavo" Murano glass sconces
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of acid etched "scavo" Murano glass sconces with brass hardware.
Brass
$3,695 / set
Pair New Scavo Bianco White Glass Sconces
Located in Troy, MI
New and made in Italy, this pair of sconces feature Murano glass shades in opaque white with a ribbed texture. Brass hardware and two light sockets behind each shade. Sold and priced...
Metal, Brass
5 Mid-Century Modern Scavo Glass Murano Wall Sconces by Seguso
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 5 Murano frosted Scavo glass wall sconces by Seguso. In excellent vintage condition with almost no wear.
Glass
Art Deco Style Murano Glass Sconces, Scavo Technique, Italy, New Design
Located in Austin, TX
Large Murano glass sconces in a monumental size featuring three layers of clear and white "scavo" glass.
Murano Glass
Banci Firenze Gilt Iron & Scavo Glass Floral Sconces, Wall lights, Italy, 1970s
By Banci Firenze
Located in Vienna, AT
The lamp shades are made of Italian amber-colored scavo glass, creating a warm and pleasant ambient light.
Iron, Wrought Iron
Murano "Scavo" Glass Pink Color Italian Wall Light and Sconces, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
Very original Murano glass wall lamp with a very elongated design of the glass half shell and a unique pink colour. The applique is made up of a gold colored metal structure to whic...
Brass
Murano "Scavo" Glass Pink Color Italian Wall Light and Sconces, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
Very original Murano glass wall lamp with a very elongated design of the glass half shell and a unique pink colour. The applique is made up of a gold-coloured metal structure to whi...
Brass
Pair of Murano Scavo Glass Wall Lamps with Brass Details
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of vertical Murano glass wall sconces with Scavo finish and brass details An elegant pair of vertical Murano glass wall sconces with a refined Scavo finish, featuring an antiqu...
Brass
Pair of "Scavo" sconces designed in 1955 by Napoleone Martinuzzi
By Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Dronten, NL
Wonderful pair of multi-colored sandblasted glass "Scavo" sconces designed in 1955 by Napoleone Martinuzzi, produced by Vetreria Gino Cenedese.
Bronze
Sold
H 27 in W 21 in D 13 in
Napoleone Martinuzzi 'Adam & Eve' Scavo Sconces Pair for Cenedese, 1953-1958
By Gino Cenedese
Located in London, GB
Ref: Biography Barovier 1992, no 118 Heiremans 1993 no 69 Martinuzzi Vitraio del Novecento, Page 156 Dimensions: Bull W 20 x H 27 x D 11.5 Woman W 21 x H 27 x D13 The sconces...
Art Glass
Pair of Murano Glass Scavo Style Leaf Sconces
Located in Troy, MI
Mid century pair of Scavo style Murano glass leaf form wall sconces.
Blown Glass
Pair of Scavo Clear Glass Sconces by Kalmar, 1 of 2 pairs
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
Pair of braided textured glass sconces on a satin nickel back by Kalmar. Rewired for use in the USA. Each sconce utilizes two candelabras type bulbs.
Nickel
Napoleone Martinuzzi Pair for Scavo Wall Lights Cenedese, 1950's
By Gino Cenedese
Located in London, GB
Ref: Biography Barovier 1992, no 118 Heiremans 1993 no 69 Martinuzzi Vitraio del Novecento, Page 156 Dimensions: Bull W 20 x H 27 x D 11.5 Woman W 21 x H 27 x D13 The sconces...
Art Glass
Pair of Venetian Frosted Glass Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Triangular shaped Scavo style electrified wall sconces.
Pair of "Venetian Glass Wall Sconces" by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of "Venetian Glass Wall Sconces" in black scavo glass with illuminating lucite backs by Karl Springer, American 1980's.
Pair of off White Urn Shape Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of off white Scavo style urn shaped wall sconces, circa 1960s.
Blown Glass
Karl Springer Pair of "Venetian Glass Wall Sconces" 1980s 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of "Venetian Glass Wall Sconces" in black scavo glass with illuminating Lucite backs by Karl Springer, American 1980s.
Glass, Lucite
Murano Glass “Scavo” Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass pair of “scavo” sconces in an hand-blown ivory color. Each sconce was created using the "Scavo" technique; which leaves the pieces with a corroded or etched finish on on...
Murano Glass
Sold
H 17.33 in W 8.67 in D 5.91 in
Large Pair of Sconces by Seguso in "Scavo" Murano Glass, Italy, circa 1980
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Very Large pair of wall lights manufactured in clear and black Murano glass using the Scavo technique. Both still holding the original sticker and in great condition.
Brass
Fine & Rare Pair of Signed Napoleone Martinuzzi Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fine & rare pair of Napoleone Martinuzzi for Gino Cenedese "Scavo" sconces on bronze mounts. Signed. *Notes: There is no sales tax on this item if it is being shipped out of the s...
Bronze
Murano Glass Purple Battuto Table Lamps, Hand-Blown Modern Design
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano glass lamps made of hand-blown glass in a purple tone. They are crafted in the battuto technique, which creates a hammered appearance to the glass. They have been newl...
Murano Glass
Small 'Fly 1' Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau
By Pierre Chareau, Maison Paname
Located in Glendale, CA
Small 'Fly 1' Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mesiere, who metic...
Alabaster, Metal
$6,500 / item
H 14 in W 36 in D 20 in
Modern Oval Coffee Table in Oak Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Palazzo oval coffee table with green and ivory glass sits on 2 Rift White Oak Wood pedestals by Ercole Home. This new bespoke coffee table design by Ercole Home is available today fo...
Art Glass, Cut Glass, Walnut
$1,295 / item
H 13.5 in W 5 in D 5.5 in
Contemporary Handmade Blackened Brass & Smoked Grey Glass Wall Sconce, Edie
By Lightmaker Studio
Located in Kingston, Ontario
*Our products are currently duty-free to the US under USMCA* Edie explores the relationship between two similar forms. An exaggerated top column plays against the sconce’s overall s...
Brass
Panoplie Petite Iron Tripod Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite iron tripod lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new oyster linen shade. Multiple available, sold individually. Takes one E12 base bulb, up to 25 W or highe...
Iron
$2,800 / set
H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano glass demi lune wall sconces, in stock One LED E26 base socket. Black glass sphere and brass fittings. Textured Murano glass, Wired to the American sta...
Brass
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Art Deco Style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano glass wall sconces, in stock Fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired design. Gives off warm beams of lig...
Brass
Cult Stool, Sculptural Side Table, Mexican Green Onyx
By Panorammma
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Cult stool/ side table; a hand sculpted stone from a Mexican marble and Mexican onyx conglomerate, remits to primal sculptural-architectural language while displaying materials in a ...
Onyx
$2,497 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
$9,423 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order
Located in Cirencester, England
The Sunday Daybed is a signature made-to-order piece by Alexander and Jones, handcrafted in our Cotswolds studio, UK, from sculpted solid oak with our signature wave form frame and c...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$4,650 / set
H 26 in W 5 in D 4 in
Modern Pair of White Murano Glass Sconces with Brass Finials, Italy
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of sconces made with hand-blown Murano glass in a pearlescent white tone. Each sconce has an undulating appearance and is held in place with brass finials. They have been newly ...
Brass
Murano Square Flush Mount or Wall Sconce
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Blown Murano glass flush mount or wall sconce.
Murano Glass
$3,840 / item
H 37.8 in Dm 25.2 in
Joe 640 Tailored Minimal 20th Century Inspired Pendant Light by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
This Classic, tailored pendant light, inspired by the stitching on my father's Mark Cross cuff link box, is reminiscent of mid-century style and the early simplicity of Art Deco. Als...
Brass
$1,310 / set
H 5.1 in W 6.7 in D 3.1 in
Pair of Charlotte Perriand 'Applique À Volet Pivotant' Wall Lights in White
By Cassina, Nemo Lighting 1, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Charlotte Perriand 'Applique à Volet Pivotant' wall lights in white. Originally designed in the 1950s as the iconic CP1, these newly produced authorized re-editions are sti...
Metal, Aluminum
$3,827 / set
H 11.42 in W 6.11 in D 6.7 in
Attributed to Barovier & Toso Brass and Pulegoso Murano Glass Sconces, Pair
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This fabulous pair of Art Deco Murano glass wall sconces is entirely handcrafted. They are decorated using the Pulegoso technique, which features large air bubbles within the high-qu...
Brass
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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