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Pair 1920 XL French Art Deco Gilt Metal Floral Wall Appliques/Sconces No Light
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair circa 1920's Huge Gilt Tole Floral Form Wall Art Appliques [No Light]. These are a beautiful
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Metal

White Contemporary Ceramic Wall Sconce Handmade Sculptural Light "Form no_004"
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Form No.004 is a sculptural ceramic lamp from the Forms Collection. The sconce’s abstract contours
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Ceramic Wall Sconce Handmade Sculptural Light "Form no_006" by AOAO
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
between light and shadow. The sconce has a natural, sand-colored, bisque-fired finish. As light emits
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Ceramic Wall Sconce Handmade Sculptural Light "Form no_007" by AOAO
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
the interaction between light and shadow. The sconce has a natural, sand-colored, bisque-fired
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Ceramic Wall Sconce Handmade Sculptural Light "Form no_008" by AOAO
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Form No.008 is a sculptural ceramic lamp from the Forms Collection. The sconce’s abstract contours
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Ceramic Wall Sconce Handmade Sculptural Light "Form no_004" by AOAO
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Form No.004 is a sculptural ceramic lamp from the Forms Collection. The sconce’s abstract contours
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Wall Light No. 001
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
Strips of wood have been used to create this wall light. The strips create an organic flow and
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2010s Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Wall Light No. 001
Wall Light No. 001
H 12 in W 16 in D 12 in
Hans Kogl Golden Florentiner Leaf Wall Ceiling Light Sconces, Italy, 1970s No 2
By Gio Ponti, Hans Kögl, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light, ceiling light. Origin: Germany. Age: 1970s. This
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Hans Kögl Golden Florentiner Leaf Wall Ceiling Light Sconces, Italy, 1970s No 1
By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti, Hans Kögl
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light, ceiling light. Origin: Germany. Age: 1970s. This
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Ballroom Wall Light Sconce Blue
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1 - Light armed sconce. The spherical Ballroom sconces with translucent hues will create a subtle
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Ballroom Wall Light Sconce Blue
Ballroom Wall Light Sconce Blue
H 15 in W 8 in D 8 in
Ballroom Tall Light Sconce Blue
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1 - Light armed sconce. The spherical Ballroom sconces with translucent hues will create a subtle
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Ballroom Tall Light Sconce Blue
Ballroom Tall Light Sconce Blue
H 23 in W 8 in D 8 in
Danish Modern Vertical Sconce Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Danish modern vertical wall-mounted sconce that features three tapering glass shades
Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Vertical Sconce Light
Danish Modern Vertical Sconce Light
H 36 in W 5.98 in D 8 in
Max 3-Light Wall Sconce
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Backplate/Canopy/Base: 17.00" Top To Center: 3.00" Number of Lamps: 3 Wattage: 8.00 Socket Type: E12 Candelabra Base Plug-In: No UL Rating: Damp
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21st Century and Contemporary Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Max 3-Light Wall Sconce
Max 3-Light Wall Sconce
H 6 in W 18 in D 4.5 in
Houseof White flower sconce wall light
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
. This wall light is a nod to the classic French brasserie lights, and has a moveable shade so that the
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2010s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

White Porcelain Ceiling Wall Sconce Lamp, Sconce No. 6000 by Wilhelm Wagenfeld
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Amsterdam, NL
light bulbs, energy-efficient and LED bulbs. The new wiring is CE certified or UL listed. 100% safe
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass

Ceramic Wall Light No.63 by Heather Levine
By Heather Levine, Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderfully sculptural ceramic wall light No.63, designed and handcrafted by Los Angeles based
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2010s American Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Daniele Albright, "Meltform No. 10", Light Sculpture, 2019
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meltform no.10 is an exploration of material, color, and light. The composition of this glass and
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Ceramic Wall Light No.50 by Heather Levine
By Heather Levine, Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderfully sculptural ceramic wall light No.50, designed and handcrafted by Los Angeles based
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2010s American Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Wall Light No.49 by Heather Levine
By Heather Levine, Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderfully sculptural ceramic wall light No.49, designed and handcrafted by Los Angeles based
Category

2010s American Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

New Wave Optic Wall Light Sconce Rose
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1 - Light Plug-In Flush Mount. Stunning modern wall light sconces for residential and commercial
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall Light Sconce Smoke
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1 - Light Plug-In Flush Mount. Stunning modern wall light sconces for residential and commercial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall Light Sconce Clear
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1 - light plug-in flush mount. Stunning modern wall light sconces for residential and commercial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Daniele Albright, "Meltform No. 3", Light Sculpture, 2019
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meltform no. 3 is an exploration of material, color, and light. The composition of this glass and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Daniele Albright, "Meltform No. 7", Light Sculpture, 2019
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meltform No. 7 is an exploration of material, color, and light. The composition of these glass and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Daniele Albright, "Meltform No. 12", Light Sculpture, 2019
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meltform no.12 is an exploration of material, color, and light. The composition of these glass and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Daniele Albright, "Meltform No. 9", Light Sculpture, 2019
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meltform No. 9 is an exploration of material, color, and light. The composition of this glass and
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Daniele Albright, "Meltform No. 14", Light Sculpture, 2019
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meltform No. 14 is an exploration of material, color, and light. The composition of these glass and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Daniele Albright, "Meltform No. 5", Light Sculpture, 2019
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meltform No. 5 is an exploration of material, color, and light. The composition of this glass and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Daniele Albright, "Meltform No. 4", Light Sculpture, 2019
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meltform No. 4 is an exploration of material, color, and light. The composition of this glass and
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Daniele Albright, "Meltform No. 6", Light Sculpture, 2019
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meltform no. 6 visually weaves hand-poured colored glass panels into a continuous, undulating composition. Consisting of five individual lightboxes installed in a vertical line, the ...
Category

2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Daniele Albright, "Meltform No. 8", Light Sculpture, 2019
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meltform #8 visually weaves hand-poured colored glass panels into a continuous, unique composition. Consisting of three individual lightboxes installed side-by-side, the work emphasi...
Category

2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Wall Light No. 001 - by Raka Studio - Bentwood Lighting
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Wall Light No. 001 has a free-form design; the wood bends and curves with beautiful flows to
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2010s Asian Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bentwood

Ceramic Wall Light No.49/2 by Heather Levine
By Heather Levine, Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderfully sculptural ceramic wall light No.49/2, designed and handcrafted by Los Angeles based
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2010s American Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Tall Ceramic Wall Light No.54 by Heather Levine
By Heather Levine, Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning tall cylindrical ceramic wall light No.52, designed and handcrafted by Los Angeles based
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2010s American Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Tall Ceramic Wall Light No.51 by Heather Levine
By Gallery L7, Heather Levine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning tall semi-cylindrical ceramic wall light No.51, designed and handcrafted by Los Angeles
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2010s American Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Rare Model No. B 4917 Sconces by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aluminum and brass. Rewired for US junction boxes. Adjustable shades. Each light takes one E27 75w
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

French Art Deco Pair of Wall Light Sconces
Located in Devon, England
We really can't sing the praises of these fabulously stylish wall lights enough. Originating from France these Art Deco matching pair of lights feature very heavy thick satin pressed...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

French Art Deco Pair of Wall Light Sconces
French Art Deco Pair of Wall Light Sconces
H 12.6 in W 4.73 in D 7.49 in
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Two-Light Sconces Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Italian brass wall sconces with plexiglass sheet from Italy Sculptural curve. Set of two
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

'Cosmic Purion' White Lacquered Brass Contemporary Wall Light, Sconce
By Eva Menz for Atelier001
Located in London, England
A gentle silhouette of a plate makes up this unique wall light. The back and edges of the brass
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2010s Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

'Cosmic Sol' Handmade Brushed Brass Contemporary Wall Light, Sconce
By Eva Menz for Atelier001
Located in London, England
A gentle silhouette of a plate makes up this unique wall light. To create this metalic finish, a
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2010s British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

'Cosmic Verdigris' Handmade Patinated Brass Contemporary Wall Light Sconce
By Eva Menz for Atelier001
Located in London, England
Inspired by the beautiful textures of nature, a verdigris copper patina is applied on a hand-spun brass plate to create this unique finish. Softly illuminated with integrated LED f...
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2010s Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

'Cosmic Seleno ' Handmade Brushed Steel Contemporary Wall Light Sconce
By Eva Menz for Atelier001
Located in London, England
Inspired by the beautiful textures of nature. Please note that with each process being slightly random, every result is variant. Softly illuminated with integrated LED from within,...
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2010s British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel, Nickel

'Cosmic Azure ' Handmade Brushed Brass Contemporary Wall Light Sconce
By Eva Menz for Atelier001
Located in London, England
Inspired by the beautiful textures of nature. Please note that with each process being slightly random, every result is variant. Softly illuminated with integrated LED from within,...
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

1900 French Baroque Gold Gilt Three-Light Crystal Sconces
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing three-lights each, sitting in crystal bobeches on top of giltwood posts. These will be rewired with certified US UL sockets for the United States and appropriate sockets for ...
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Antique Early 1900s French Baroque Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

1900 French Baroque Gold Gilt Three-Light Crystal Sconces
1900 French Baroque Gold Gilt Three-Light Crystal Sconces
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H 19 in W 14.5 in D 9.5 in
Pair of French Second Empire Three-Light Wall Sconces
Located in Montreal, QC
These good quality sconces in mat black and gilt bronze are pierced with scrolls and flower heads
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair Swedish Opaline Glass Cinema Wall Light Sconces, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
with pierced details for better light projection. Each sconce with three porcelain E27 light sockts
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Swedish Midcentury Brass Two-Light Wall Sconce, Pleated Shades, 1940s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A Lovely brass and fabric two-light wall sconce designed and produced in Sweden in the 1940s. Clean
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Model No. 1963 Sconces by Max Ingrand for Fontanta Arte
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large Model No. 1963 Sconces by Max Ingrand for Fontanta Arte. Designed and manufactured in
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Handmade Monumental Shell Wall Light/Sconce, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse
Located in London, GB
Handmade Monumental Shell sculptural wall light or sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...

Materials

Plaster

Serenity Sofie Contemporary Wall Sconce/Light, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse
By Hannah Woodhouse
Located in London, GB
Handmade Serenity Sofie wall light or sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...

Materials

Plaster

Serenity Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse
By Hannah Woodhouse
Located in London, GB
Handmade “Serenity” organic modern wall light/wall sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...

Materials

Plaster

Pair of French Wrought Iron Two-light Wall Sconces, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of large hand-crafted gilt iron two-arm electrified wall sconces, France, 1930s. Both
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

New Wave Optic Wall Light Sconce Clear with Gold Eyeball
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1 - Light Plug-In Flush Mount. Stunning modern wall light sconces for residential and commercial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall Light Sconce Smoke with Black Eyeball
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1 - Light Plug-In Flush Mount. Stunning modern wall light sconces for residential and commercial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall Light Sconce Rose with Gold Eyeball
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1 - Light Plug-In Flush Mount. Stunning modern wall light sconces for residential and commercial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall Light Sconce Smoke with Gold Eyeball
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1 - Light Plug-In Flush Mount. Stunning modern wall light sconces for residential and commercial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall Light Sconce Rose with Black Eyeball
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1 - Light plug-in flush mount. Stunning modern wall light sconces for residential and commercial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall Light Sconce Clear with Black Eyeball
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1 - Light Plug-In Flush Mount. Stunning modern wall light sconces for residential and commercial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Antique 1800s French Sconce Light Solid Brass Converted Oil Lamp
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of An Antique 1800s French Solid Brass Wall Sconce Light Originally an
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Provincial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Wall Sconce with Dual Light Leaf Hand Cut Crystal Drops
Located in Dallas, TX
A handsome wall sconce. 21st century made. Hand cut glass crystal drops hanging from the palm
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

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Sconce No Light For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic sconce no light available at 1stDibs. A sconce no light — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. There are 1765 variations of the antique or vintage sconce no light you’re looking for, while we also have 650 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect sconce no light — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A sconce no light made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one sconce no light that is appealing in its simplicity, but Vistosi, Serge Mouille and J.T. Kalmar produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Sconce No Light?

Prices for a sconce no light start at $63 and top out at $700,000 with the average selling for $1,736.

Finding the Right sconces-wall-lights for You

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.

Questions About Sconce No Light
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A sconce fixture is a wall bracket used to hold a lamp that typically projects light upwards.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A candle sconce is a wall fixture for candles that is used as a decorative element nowadays. On 1stDibs, shop from a range of antique and vintage candle sconces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Plug-in sconce is a light fixture that is attached to a wall but has an external cord that must be plugged directly into a wall outlet. It has a switch at the fixture. It is much easier and less expensive to install than hard-wired sconces, but the trade-off is that the cord hangs down and is visible. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and modern plug-in sconces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    A light that hangs on a wall is called a sconce due to its linguistic history. The term originated from the Old French term esconce, which means "lantern" or "hiding place." In turn, the word sconce has its roots in the Latin root word for "to hide," abscondere. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of sconces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    Sconces, which project soft light, are typically found hanging in hallways and bathrooms but can serve a function in any room of the house.

    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    For hanging wall sconces, you should measure between 60”-70” from the floor. If you plan on installing multiple sconces traditionally they are spaced 6’ apart.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Although trends in lighting design do come and go over time, sconces generally remain in style. Many people find that sconces provide a way to increase the level of illumination while enhancing the visual appeal of both interiors and exteriors. The fact that sconces can provide uplight, downlight or multidirectional light adds to their enduring popularity. Explore a collection of sconces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A plug-in wall sconce is perfect for upgrading the lighting of the room without investing in hardwired fixtures. It can be easily mounted on a wall without having to call an electrician for rewiring purposes. This sconce will amazingly blend with traditional as well as contemporary décor. Shop a range of antique and vintage plug-in wall sconces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The lights which are used in street lights are High-Pressure Sodium Lamps (HPS). These are globally used as they produce bright light and require very little maintenance. LED lights are slowly replacing HPS lamps due to their less energy consumption. Find a wide range of antique, new and vintage lighting on 1stDibs
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Sputnik light refers to many variations of lighting fixtures that have been designed over the years with a starburst shape and numerous bulbs on the ends. Well-known versions include a mid-century modern classic by Gino Sarfatti and an expressionistic icon by J. & L. Lobmeyr. The crucial feature of what is usually nicknamed a Sputnik light — which comes from a famous Soviet Union satellite’s name — is that it has a core surrounded by multiple arms with light bulbs. This makes it an excellent option for creating ambient light. Find a collection of antique and vintage lights on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The word tole comes from the French and it means painted metal or tin. Frequently, tole painting was done on metal shaped like flowers. A chandelier or a light fixture may have this type of adornment, making it a tole light. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary tole lights from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Dome lights are interior cabin lights attached to the ceilings of vehicles. Dome lights get their name from the dome shaped cover of the lights. These lights are considered safety features in cars.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Shop lights are lights that are commonly used in garages and workshops. Hence, they are named ‘shop’ lights. LED lights are recommended as an ideal choice for shop lights due to its sturdiness. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique, vintage and contemporary lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Mission light is a lighting fixture that reflects the stylistic principles of Mission style architecture and design popular from 1910 to 1940. Normally, the lighting features a wood or metal frame and a glass shade. Find a collection of Mission lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A chandelier light is a type of candelabra lamp, meaning that it is a decorative branched suspension of lights mounted from the ceiling. A variety of antique, new and vintage chandeliers can be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A swag light is a regular light fixture that you plug into the wall and hang from the ceiling. They usually come with a decorative chain or cord.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Coach lights are slender and are mostly attached to vehicle pillars. They are commonly used in the center of a limousine. Coach lights are also called opera lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A cloud light is a decorative light made mainly from paper lanterns and cotton batting. It is small, lightweight, fully portable, battery-operated and easy to assemble. It could be hung from the ceiling or can be stand-alone. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary cloud lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A chandelier is typically suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends, rather than one single light or a pair of lights hanging from a chord or chain.

    1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Chandelier lighting is a branched, highly ornamented light fixture that is typically (suspended from) mounted on ceilings lamps.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    String lights refer to a series of small electric lights which are spaced evenly along a cable and used for decoration. They are mostly used during festivals or special occasions. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of string lights and a whole lot of other vintage and antique lighting solutions to choose from.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    MOE Lighting was one of the best Mid-Century Modern lighting manufacturers in the 1940s through the 1970s. A range of designs included chandeliers, pendants, sconces, and ceiling lights made of metal, glass, wood, fiberglass and other materials. Find a collection of vintage MOE lighting from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.

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The former magazine editor blends elements of the Far East and America’s eastern shores, bringing wit and delight to his handmade, upcycled designs.

Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room

This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.

NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection

In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.

This Handsome Leather Pendant Light Is Crafted Using Saddle-Making Techniques

The Doma by L’Aviva Home nods to Colombia’s equestrian heritage.