What is a plug in sconce?

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.

Where do you hang sconces?

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

What is a candle sconce?

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.

What is a sconce fixture?

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

What is a plug in wall sconce?

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.

What type of light is used in street lights?

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

What is a cloud light?

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.

What is MOE lighting?

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.

What is a coach light?

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.

What is a string light?

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.

What is chandelier lighting?

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.

What is a mission light?

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.

What is a shop light?

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.

What are dome lights?

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.

What Is a swag light?

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.

What is a Sputnik light?

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.

What is a tole light?

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.

What is chandelier light?

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.

What is the difference between a sconce and a wall lamp?

The difference between a sconce and a wall lamp is that a sconce is a type of wall lamp or wall lighting fixture. The term sconce is usually used to refer to a decorative lighting fixture whereas a wall lamp might refer to recessed lighting, spotlights or track lighting.Usually installed in pairs or groups , sconces are decorative fixtures used to light hallways, or placed on either side of a door or bed. In addition to ambient illumination, they can provide upward or downward directional lighting, or both.Find antique and vintage sconces and other wall lights on 1stDibs.

What is the best lighting for a hallway?

The best lighting for a hallway is a matter of preference. On 1stDibs, choose from a range of different lighting fixtures, including pendant lights, flush mount lighting, wall mount lights, suspended lights and chandelier lights. Pendant lights are said to work well for a transition area that sits between one room and the next, while many homeowners prefer flush mount lighting for the hall..

Sconce With Light Up And Down

Indoor Wall Sconces

Outdoor Ceiling Light

Patricia Urquiola Outdoor

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

Great Pair of Art Deco Style Alabaster Up & Down Light Wall Sconces / Fixtures

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H 8.3 in W 8.3 in D 4.1 in

Mint Pair of Art Deco Alabaster Up & Down Light Wall Sconces w. Stunning Veins

Located in Lisse, NL

. If you are looking for a great shape and practical size pair of sconces to grace your living space

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Aluminum

Mint Pair of Art Deco Alabaster Up & Down Light Wall Sconces w. Stunning Veins

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H 8.25 in W 8.45 in D 4.25 in

Flos Pochette Up & Down LED Wall Light by Rodolfo Dordoni

By Rodolfo Dordoni, Flos

Located in Brooklyn, NY

,” shines with a graceful indirect light that flows upwards. The structure is pressure die-cast Zamak allow

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Flos Pochette Up & Down LED Wall Light by Rodolfo Dordoni

H 5.7 in W 7.75 in D 3.9 in

Brass wall lamps from the 1950s, Sweden, up or down light

Located in Hägersten, SE

with hard wire for installation straight in the wall. Can be used both as up and down light. Very good

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Brass wall lamps from the 1950s, Sweden, up or down light

H 7.88 in W 3.15 in D 5.91 in

Minimalist Up Light Wall Sconce in Polished Aluminum by Artup USA

Located in Esbjerg, DK

High-quality up-light wall light fashioned from polished aluminum. Shade cast in one piece

Category

Vintage 1980s American Minimalist Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Minimalist Up Light Wall Sconce in Polished Aluminum by Artup USA

H 7.09 in W 3.94 in D 3.75 in

Blackened Bronze Conical Up Wall Light by Henry Wilson

By Henry Wilson

Located in Geneve, CH

Blackened Bronze Conical Up Wall Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 19 x D 20 x H 12 cm Materials

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2010s Australian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Blackened Bronze Conical Up Wall Light by Henry Wilson

H 4.73 in W 7.49 in D 7.88 in

Murano Art Glass and Brass Smoked Color Mid-Century Wall Light and Sconces, 1980

Located in Rome, IT

Very original Murano glass wall lamp with a very elongated design of the glass leaf and a unique smoky color. The applique is composed of a gold-colored metal structure to which thr...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Smoked Color Mid-Century Wall Light and Sconces, 1980

H 25.6 in W 8.27 in D 4.34 in

Beaux Arts Bronze Three Light Sconces – A Pair

Located in Canton, MA

Early Electric, Exceptional Cast Brass Sconces. Greek revival styling. square backplate with fans

Category

Early 20th Century American Beaux Arts Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Beaux Arts Bronze Three Light Sconces – A Pair

H 27 in W 22 in D 16 in

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...

Materials

Plaster

Serenity Sofie Contemporary Wall Sconce/Light, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse

H 11.8 in Dm 4.7 in

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...

Materials

Plaster

Serenity Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse

H 11.8 in Dm 4.7 in

Sergio Mazza "Delta" Italian Wall Light Sconce for Artemide, 1960s

By Sergio Mazza, Artemide

Located in Roma, IT

large and unique adjustable sconce is made in a gorgeous combination of steel, glossy opaline glass and

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Steel

Sergio Mazza "Delta" Italian Wall Light Sconce for Artemide, 1960s

H 25.99 in W 10.63 in D 15.75 in

Vintage Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs CP1 Wall Light or Sconces - Yellow

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Brooklyn, NY

aluminum, these sconces have a sleek and minimalist style. The enameled shade pivots up or down, reducing

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs CP1 Wall Light or Sconces - Yellow

H 5 in W 6.5 in D 3 in

Vintage Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs CP1 Wall Light or Sconces - Black

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Brooklyn, NY

aluminum, these sconces have a sleek and minimalist style. The enameled shade pivots up or down, reducing

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs CP1 Wall Light or Sconces - Black

H 5 in W 6.5 in D 3 in

Soft Cube Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse

By Hannah Woodhouse

Located in London, GB

Handmade 'Soft Cube' organic modern wall light or wall sconce, in silky smooth white plaster

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...

Materials

Plaster

Soft Cube Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light, White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse

H 6.3 in W 8.5 in D 5 in

Sparkling 1980s Art Deco Style Crystal Gold Metal Basket Light Sconce

Located in Tustin, CA

Large and elegantly shaped, rounded light sconce or wall chandelier has a shiny gold metal basket

Category

Late 20th Century American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Sparkling 1980s Art Deco Style Crystal Gold Metal Basket Light Sconce

H 24 in W 18 in D 10 in

Mini Serenity, Contemporary White Plaster Wall Sconce or Light, Hannah Woodhouse

By Hannah Woodhouse

Located in London, GB

Handmade Mini Serenity wall light or sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...

Materials

Plaster

Mini Serenity, Contemporary White Plaster Wall Sconce or Light, Hannah Woodhouse

H 7.9 in Dm 3.5 in

Vintage Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs CP1 Wall Light or Sconces - Crimson Red

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Brooklyn, NY

aluminum, these sconces have a sleek and minimalist style. The enameled shade pivots up or down, reducing

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs CP1 Wall Light or Sconces - Crimson Red

H 5 in W 6.5 in D 3 in

Italian Wall Light with Pulegoso Glass Bulbs

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Wall light, in glass and metal, Italy, 1960s. Wall light with two frosted glass bulbs and a black

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Italian Wall Light with Pulegoso Glass Bulbs

H 7.88 in W 18.51 in D 12.6 in

Timeless Design Pair of Art Deco Style Alabaster Wall Sconces / Light Fixtures

Located in Lisse, NL

Handcrafted and very stylish pair of midcentury made alabaster 2-light (up & down) wall lights

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Aluminum

Timeless Design Pair of Art Deco Style Alabaster Wall Sconces / Light Fixtures

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H 8.25 in W 8.25 in D 4.5 in

Set of 9 Mint Condition Art Deco Style Alabaster Wall Sconces / Light Fixtures

Located in Lisse, NL

(both with the light switched on and off). Whomever created these sconces picked the best rocks of

Category

Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Aluminum, Metal

Set of 9 Mint Condition Art Deco Style Alabaster Wall Sconces / Light Fixtures

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H 8 in W 8.5 in D 4 in

Postmodern White Vintage Sconce or Wall Light Shogun by Mario Botta, 1986 Italy

By Mario Botta

Located in Vienna, AT

Postmodern white vintage metal wall light or sconce model Shogun by Mario Botta and executed by

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Postmodern White Vintage Sconce or Wall Light Shogun by Mario Botta, 1986 Italy

H 12.41 in W 13.39 in D 13 in

Streamlined Moderne Stainless Wall Sconces With Glass Shades, Pair

Located in Miami, FL

Streamlined Moderne Stainless Wall Sconces with Glass Shades, Pair Offered for sale is a pair of

Category

Late 20th Century American Streamlined Moderne Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Streamlined Moderne Stainless Wall Sconces With Glass Shades, Pair

H 16 in W 8.5 in D 4 in

French Brutalist Wall Sconce with Nail Design, Gilt Iron

Located in Barcelona, ES

Brutalist Wall Sconce in Wrought Gilt Iron with Nails Design, France, 1950s. Unusual wrought iron

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron

French Brutalist Wall Sconce with Nail Design, Gilt Iron

H 10.83 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in

LUnnone Sconce AS

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

, illuminates up and down. Max wattage 60 watts per sconce. 4” back plate. Light bulbs included. Priced

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

Silver

LUnnone Sconce AS

H 9 in W 6 in D 9 in

Stilnovo Style Sconces

By Stilnovo

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

metal shade with brass detailing and back-plate. Sconces shine both up and down light. Wired to American

Category

2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Stilnovo Style Sconces

H 11 in W 6 in D 9.25 in

Modern Iron and Tan Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce, Hardwired

By Lostine

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Celebrated for its striking composition and versatility, the Grace Articulating Wall Sconce is a

Category

2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

Modern Iron and Tan Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce, Hardwired

H 27 in W 6 in D 6 in

Modern Iron and Black Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce, Hardwired

By Lostine

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Celebrated for its striking composition and versatility, the Grace Articulating Wall Sconce is a

Category

2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

Modern Iron and Black Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce, Hardwired

H 27 in W 6 in D 6 in

Contemporary 'Square' Sconce Iridescent Blue Crystal and Brass by Ghirò Studio

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

between the different shades of blue, light blue, pink and purple. This sconce is new and in excellent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Contemporary 'Square' Sconce Iridescent Blue Crystal and Brass by Ghirò Studio

H 6.11 in W 6.11 in D 1.58 in

Scandinavian Adjustable Wall Sconce in Brass and Pinstripe Glass, 1950s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Early 1950s wall light made in Scandinavia in a style reminiscent of Stilnovo and the french

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Adjustable Wall Sconce in Brass and Pinstripe Glass, 1950s

H 11.82 in Dm 4.73 in

Scandinavian Modern Wall Sconce in Brass and Striped Glass, 1950s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Early 1950s wall light made in Scandinavia in a style reminiscent of Stilnovo and the french

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Wall Sconce in Brass and Striped Glass, 1950s

H 11.82 in W 3.94 in D 11.82 in

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Iridescent Blue and Purple Crystal

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

create directional beams of light up and down. Beautiful by day when it’s off. Even more enchanting in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold, Brass

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Iridescent Blue and Purple Crystal

H 6.11 in W 6.11 in D 1.58 in

Modern Iron and Tan Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce - Plug In

By Lostine

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Celebrated for its striking composition and versatility, the Grace Articulating Wall Sconce is a

Category

2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

Modern Iron and Tan Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce - Plug In

H 27 in W 6 in D 6 in

Modern Iron and Black Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce - Plug In

By Lostine

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Celebrated for its striking composition and versatility, the Grace Articulating Wall Sconce is a

Category

2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

Modern Iron and Black Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce - Plug In

H 27 in W 6 in D 6 in

Black Stilnovo Style Sconces

By Stilnovo

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

metal shade with brass detailing and back-plate. Sconces shine both up and down light. Wired to

Category

2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Black Stilnovo Style Sconces

H 11 in W 6 in D 9.25 in

Petite Stilnovo Style Sconces

By Stilnovo

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

perforated metal shade with brass detailing and back-plate. Sconces shine both up and down light. Wired to

Category

2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Petite Stilnovo Style Sconces

H 8.75 in W 4.75 in D 8.5 in

Petite Stilnovo Style Sconces

By Stilnovo

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

perforated metal shade with brass detailing and back-plate. Sconces shine both up and down light. Wired to

Category

2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Petite Stilnovo Style Sconces

H 8.75 in W 4.75 in D 8.5 in

Contemporary 'Square' Sconce Iridescent Pink Crystal and Brass by Ghirò Studio

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

structure has been designed to create directional beams of light up and down. Beautiful by day when it’s off

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass

Contemporary 'Square' Sconce Iridescent Pink Crystal and Brass by Ghirò Studio

H 6.11 in W 6.11 in D 1.58 in

Contemporary 'Square' Sconce Iridescent Yellow Crystal and Gold by Ghirò Studio

By Domenico Ghirò

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

create directional beams of light up and down. Beautiful by day when it’s off. Even more enchanting in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold, Brass

Contemporary 'Square' Sconce Iridescent Yellow Crystal and Gold by Ghirò Studio

H 6.11 in W 6.11 in D 1.58 in

Brass Wall Light with Perforated Shade by Carl-Axel Acking, Sweden, 1940s

By Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik, Carl-Axel Acking

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Carl-Axel Acking & BRODERNA - Scandinavian Modern A rare sculptural wall light designed by Carl

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Brass Wall Light with Perforated Shade by Carl-Axel Acking, Sweden, 1940s

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H 9.53 in W 10.04 in D 15.75 in

Contemporary 'Square' Sconce Aquamarine Crystal, Brass and Gold by Ghirò Studio

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

24 Kt gold plated brass structure has been designed to create directional beams of light up and down

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold, Brass

Contemporary 'Square' Sconce Aquamarine Crystal, Brass and Gold by Ghirò Studio

H 6.11 in W 6.11 in D 1.58 in

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Iridescent Pink Crystal and Brass

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

create directional beams of light up and down. Beautiful by day when it’s off. Even more enchanting in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold, Brass

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Iridescent Pink Crystal and Brass

H 6.11 in W 6.11 in D 1.58 in

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Dark Blue Crystal and Brass

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

the structure has been designed to create directional beams of light up and down. Beautiful by day

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Dark Blue Crystal and Brass

H 6.11 in W 6.11 in D 1.58 in

Maison Charles Fusee Wall Sconce in Polished and Matt Nickel Plate

By Maison Charles

Located in London, GB

This stunning wall sconces by Maison Charles was made in this century but to the exact original

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Maison Charles Fusee Wall Sconce in Polished and Matt Nickel Plate

H 31.5 in W 9.45 in D 5.91 in

Gamfratesi White and Brass 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen

By GamFratesi Design Studio, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

GamFratesi black and brass 'YUH' wall light for Louis Poulsen. Designed by Stine Gam and Enrico

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Gamfratesi White and Brass 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen

H 24.65 in Dm 11.6 in

GamFratesi Black and Brass 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen

By GamFratesi Design Studio, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

GamFratesi black and brass 'YUH' wall light for Louis Poulsen. Designed by Stine Gam and Enrico

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

GamFratesi Black and Brass 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen

H 24.65 in Dm 11.6 in

Pair of Bastille Sconces

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

standard J box. The light uses two candelabra based bulbs. Max wattage 40 each. These sconces are in our

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Bastille Sconces

H 36 in W 14 in D 32 in

Murano Art Glass and Brass Smoky Color Wall Light, 2020

Located in Rome, IT

Very original Murano glass wall lamp with a very elongated design of the glass plate and a unique smoky color. The applique is composed of a gold-colored metal structure to which on...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Smoky Color Wall Light, 2020

H 15.75 in W 5.12 in D 2.37 in

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Amber Crystal, Brass and 24Kt Gold

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

create directional beams of light up and down. Beautiful by day when it’s off. Even more enchanting in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Brass

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Amber Crystal, Brass and 24Kt Gold

H 6.11 in W 6.11 in D 1.58 in

Maison Charles Rouleaux Wall Sconce in Shiny and Matt Gold, Inox Collection

By Maison Charles et Fils

Located in London, GB

This beautiful elegant wall sconce by Maison Charles was made in this century but to the exact

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Maison Charles Rouleaux Wall Sconce in Shiny and Matt Gold, Inox Collection

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H 19.69 in W 9.06 in D 3.94 in

Pair of Bronze Uplight Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of French, 1930s gilt bronze sconces with frosted glass inset covering the interior light

Category

Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Bronze Uplight Sconces

H 16 in W 11 in D 12 in

Maison Charles Espadon Wall Sconce in Shiny and Matt Gold, Inox Collection

By Maison Charles et Fils

Located in London, GB

These stunning wall sconces by Maison Charles were made in this century but to the exact original

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Maison Charles Espadon Wall Sconce in Shiny and Matt Gold, Inox Collection

H 38.59 in W 9.45 in D 4.73 in

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Blue Crystal, Brass and 24 Kt Gold

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

designed to create directional beams of light up and down. Beautiful by day when it’s off. Even more

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold, Brass

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Blue Crystal, Brass and 24 Kt Gold

H 6.11 in W 6.11 in D 1.58 in

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Blue Crystal, Brass and 24 Kt Gold

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

designed to create directional beams of light up and down. Beautiful by day when it’s off. Even more

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold, Brass

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Blue Crystal, Brass and 24 Kt Gold

H 6.11 in W 6.11 in D 1.58 in

Contemporary 'Square' Sconce Pink Crystal, Brass and 24 Kt Gold by Ghirò Studio

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

create directional beams of light up and down. Beautiful by day when it’s off. Even more enchanting in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold, Brass

Contemporary 'Square' Sconce Pink Crystal, Brass and 24 Kt Gold by Ghirò Studio

H 6.11 in W 6.11 in D 1.58 in

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Iridescent Crystal, Brass and Gold

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

has been designed to create directional beams of light up and down. Beautiful by day when it’s off

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Contemporary by Ghirò Studio 'Square' Sconce Iridescent Crystal, Brass and Gold

H 6.11 in W 6.11 in D 1.58 in

Vintage Adjustable Scandinavian Wall Sconce, 1980s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Adjustable wine red metal wall light with brass details and a brass alloy shade. It would make a

Category

Vintage 1980s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Vintage Adjustable Scandinavian Wall Sconce, 1980s

H 12.6 in Dm 9.45 in

Single Sconce by G.C.M.E.

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Custom sconces by G.C.M.E. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa the 1940s. Three cone shaped

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Single Sconce by G.C.M.E.

H 6.5 in W 10.5 in D 4.25 in

Pair of Straw Marquetry Sconces, France

By V.C.D.F

Located in Paris, FR

Pair of straw marquetry sconces, designed and entirely made by a talented French artist, using

Category

2010s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Straw Marquetry Sconces, France

H 11.82 in W 11.03 in D 3.15 in

Pair of Straw Marquetry Sconces, France

By V.C.D.F

Located in Paris, FR

Pair of straw marquetry sconces, designed and entirely made by a talented French artist, using

Category

2010s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Straw Marquetry Sconces, France

H 11.82 in W 11.03 in D 3.15 in

Pair of Straw Marquetry Sconces, France

By V.C.D.F

Located in Paris, FR

Pair of straw marquetry sconces, designed and entirely made by a talented French artist, using

Category

2010s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

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Pair of Straw Marquetry Sconces, France

H 11.82 in W 11.03 in D 3.15 in

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Sconce With Light Up And Down For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic sconce with light up and down available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, every sconce with light up and down was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a sconce with light up and down, we have 240 options in-stock, while there are 170 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect sconce with light up and down — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A sconce with light up and down, designed in the modern, mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made sconce with light up and down has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Oluce, Louis Poulsen and Ghirò Studio are consistently popular.

How Much is a Sconce With Light Up And Down?

A sconce with light up and down can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,968, while the lowest priced sells for $168 and the highest can go for as much as $29,026.

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. It’s no longer merely practical — carefully selected wall lights and sconces 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 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 as well 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 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 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 With Light Up And Down

What is a plug in sconce?
1 Answer
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.
Where do you hang sconces?
2 Answers
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.
What is a candle sconce?
1 Answer
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.
What is a sconce fixture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A sconce fixture is a wall bracket used to hold a lamp that typically projects light upwards.
What is a plug in wall sconce?
1 Answer
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.
What type of light is used in street lights?
1 Answer
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
What is a cloud light?
1 Answer
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.
What is MOE lighting?
1 Answer
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.
What is a coach light?
1 Answer
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.
What is a string light?
1 Answer
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.
What is chandelier lighting?
2 Answers
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.
What is a mission light?
1 Answer
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.
What is a shop light?
1 Answer
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.
What are dome lights?
1 Answer
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.
What Is a swag light?
1 Answer
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.
What is a Sputnik light?
1 Answer
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.
What is a tole light?
1 Answer
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.
What is chandelier light?
1 Answer
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.
What is the difference between a sconce and a wall lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
The difference between a sconce and a wall lamp is that a sconce is a type of wall lamp or wall lighting fixture. The term sconce is usually used to refer to a decorative lighting fixture whereas a wall lamp might refer to recessed lighting, spotlights or track lighting.

Usually installed in pairs or groups, sconces are decorative fixtures used to light hallways, or placed on either side of a door or bed. In addition to ambient illumination, they can provide upward or downward directional lighting, or both.

Find antique and vintage sconces and other wall lights on 1stDibs.
What is the best lighting for a hallway?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best lighting for a hallway is a matter of preference. On 1stDibs, choose from a range of different lighting fixtures, including pendant lights, flush mount lighting, wall mount lights, suspended lights and chandelier lights. Pendant lights are said to work well for a transition area that sits between one room and the next, while many homeowners prefer flush mount lighting for the hall..

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