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Large Perzel 1950s Reading Sconce
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in New York, NY
Jean Perzel (1892-1986)
Rare swing arm reading sconce with enameled metal shade and inner glass
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Mini Cast Brass Reading light
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a beautiful little high style sconce that is heavy for its size. All the parts are thick
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Jacques Biny Sconces for Lita
By Jacques Biny
Located in Los Angeles, CA
(Two) Dynamic and sharp articulating black and nickel reading light sconces by Jacques Biny for
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Nickel, Steel
Manhattan Reading Lamp in Satin Bronze without Switch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Reading lamp, for use on the bed side or directly on the headboard, it is characterised by a double
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Manhattan Reading Lamp in Satin Nickel with Switch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Reading lamp, for use on the bed side or directly on the headboard, it is characterised by a double
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Manhattan Reading Lamp in Satin Bronze with Switch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Reading lamp, for use on the bed side or directly on the headboard, it is characterised by a double
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Manhattan Reading Lamp in Satin Nickel without Switch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Reading lamp, for use on the bed side or directly on the headboard, it is characterised by a double
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Multi-Adjustable Robert Sonneman Wall Mounted Orbitor Reading Lamp
By Sonneman Lighting, Robert Sonneman
Located in Paris, FR
Arcing swivel and tilt counter balanced wall mounted task or reading lamp.
Robert Sonneman design
Category
Vintage 1960s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
'Monolith' Italian Reading Lamp Brass & Bright Blue Enamel Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in New York, NY
here in our natural brass and Greece (bright cornflower blue) enamel.
The Monolith sconce or wall
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Copper, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel, Aluminum
Christian Dell for Kaiser Idell Scissor Metal Wall Lamp Sconce, 1930s
By Christian Dell
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an original extendable metal wall lamp, scissor sconce, designed by famous Bauhaus school
Category
Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Chrome, Steel
Florian Schulz 'Attr.' Vintage Brass 1970s Adjustable Reading Wall Lamps Lights
By Florian Schulz
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Rare pair of Mid-Century Modern vintage German adjustable wall mounted reading lamps, lights or
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 6.3 in W 6.5 in D 17.92 in
Italian Modern Brass & Pale Pink Enamel Monolith Reading Lamp Blueprint Lighting
By Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
sconce or reading light with articulating arm and moveable head shown in satin enamel fabricated in NYC
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel
H 10 in W 5 in D 4 in
LURL Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The versatile and elegant LURL Sconce by Lumfardo Luminaires is a mid-century Italian inspired wall
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
LUpipa Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
directional reading sconce in a patina brass finish. A smaller version of our LUbular sconce it is wired with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass
LUsneck Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Italian midcentury design, this sconce is ideal for reading areas or a bedside. 1 single E-26
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
LUrman Sconces
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of our Lumfardo Luminaires contemporary collection, the LUrman Sconces are adjustable reading
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass
LUbular Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
directional reading sconce in a patina brass finish. Single E26 based socket per sconce. Maximum wattage 75
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass
ShiLU Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reading sconce crafted from patinated brass and steel hardware and fabric shade. Classic European Mid
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass, Steel
20th Century Gold Italian Brass Adjustable Reading Wall Lamp, Light by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A gold-black, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian reading wall lamp, light made of handcrafted
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass, Aluminum
'Elska' Wall Mount Reading Lamp in Walnut, Brass & Enamel by Blueprint Lighting
By George Nelson, Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
available--just ask!
The "Elska" wall mount sconce or reading light shown in unlacquered brass and Perfect
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Enamel
H 16 in W 5 in D 16 in
Molto Wall-Mount Reading Lamp in Bronze and Enameled Mesh by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
The Molto wall-mount reading lamp or wall sconce is a fresh take on Italian modernism, featuring a
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel
H 20 in W 8 in D 22 in
LUsneck Sconce BBRZ
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Italian midcentury design, this sconce is ideal for reading areas or a bedside. 1 single E-26
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Bronze, Aluminum
LUbular Perforated Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
is a directional reading sconce in a patina brass finish. Single E26 based socket per sconce. Maximum
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass
G+T Hard -Wired Reading Lamp with PVD Polished Nickel Base and Diffuser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Innovative reading lamp, born from the idea of a luxury product to meet specific space and
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
LUbular Sconce 'BLK'
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Directional reading sconce in a patina brass and painted aluminum finish. Single E26 medium based socket per
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lig...
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
G+T Battery Portable Reading Lamp with PVD Polished Nickel Base and Diffuser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Innovative reading lamp, born from the idea of a portable luxury product to meet specific space and
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 33.6 in W 1.3 in D 1.3 in
G+T Battery Portable Reading Lamp with PVD Copper Bronze Base and Diffuser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Innovative reading lamp, born from the idea of a portable luxury product to meet specific space and
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 33.6 in W 1.3 in D 1.3 in
Perforated Articulating Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single delightful perforated articulating Mid-Century Modern reading sconce from 1950s Italy
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
"Monarch" Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
Monarch is a large scale wall-mount reading lamp or sconce with articulated arms. The wide brass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
"Elska" Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Elska" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
"Solana" Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Enamel, Brass
"Elska" Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Elska" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
German Nickel Gooseneck Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sconces are ideal for reading areas or a bedside as they are multi directional. Single medium based socket
Category
Vintage 1950s German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Nickel, Steel
G+T Hard-Wired Reading Lamp with PVD Copper Bronze Base and Diffuser, and Dark
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Innovative reading lamp, born from the idea of a luxury product to meet specific space and
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 28.3 in W 1.7 in D 1.7 in
LUsneck Sconces by Lumfardo Luminiares
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in a custom color. Inspired by 1950s Italian midcentury design, these sconces are ideal for reading
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Luread Sconces by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful custom Lumfardo reading sconces in a contemporary take on Classic midcentury lines. Turn
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Dionysos Sconce by Emilie Lemardeley
Located in Geneve, CH
Dionysos sconce by Emilie Lemardeley.
Dimensions: D15 x W39 x H70 cm.
Materials: brass and hand
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Biny Bedside Sconce by Jacques Biny
By Jacques Biny
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Biny bedside sconce by Jacques Biny. Current production designed and manufactured in France by DCW
Category
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Koch and Lowy Articulating Wall Sconce
By Koch & Lowy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic wall sconce by Koch and Lowy. Chrome lamp with all chrome hardware and wall plate. Lamp
Category
Vintage 1970s German Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Modern Brass Edmund Sconce in Black Walnut
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Edmund sconce adopts the charismatic details from our beloved Edmund Pendant with its
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Gaia Green Sconce by Emilie Lemardeley
Located in Geneve, CH
Gaia green sconce by Emilie Lemardeley
Dimensions: D38x H19 cm
Materials: brass and hand blown
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Gaia Blue Sconce by Emilie Lemardeley
Located in Geneve, CH
Gaia blue sconce by Emilie Lemardeley
Dimensions: D 38 x H 19 cm
Materials: brass and hand blown
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Gaia Red Sconce by Emilie Lemardeley
Located in Geneve, CH
Gaia red sconce by Emilie Lemardeley
Dimensions: D38x H19 cm
Materials: brass and hand blown
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Gaia Purple Sconce by Emilie Lemardeley
Located in Geneve, CH
Gaia Purple Sconce by Emilie Lemardeley
Dimensions: D38x H19 cm
Materials: brass and hand blown
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Modern Brass Edmund Sconce in Clear Maple
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Edmund sconce adopts the charismatic details from our beloved Edmund Pendant with its
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
LUrman Sconces Dark Brass by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reading sconces in a darkened patina brass finish. Single E12 based socket per sconce. Maximum wattage 75
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass
LUbular BLK-CP Sconce by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
painted aluminum directional reading sconce. Fitted with a turn switch at the 4” backplate. This is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Aluminum, Copper
Natural Maple and Brass Modern Edmund Sconce
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Edmund sconce adopts the charismatic details from our beloved Edmund Pendant with its
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Mison Jansen Swing Arm Sconces
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Pair of foldable brass wall sconces brass Like news.
Perfect gold, They are in perfect condition
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Gino Sarfatti model 36 sconces Arteluce Italy 1955
By Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
for reading or a softer glow for ambiance, these sconces can do it all. Priced and sold in a set of 2
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Meander Leather and Brass Flexible Single Sconce
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Add color and flexibility to any room with the Meander One Arm Reading Light, an adjustable wall
Category
2010s North American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Benedict Drop Sconce in Antique Brass with Opal Glass
By Trella
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Benedict™ drop sconce is designed for intimate settings such as a quiet reading space
Category
2010s American Other Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Opal, Brass
Mid-Century Teak Wall Mount Sconce with Milk Glass Pendant
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sconce is perfect for a cozy reading space or for adding a touch of timeless Scandinavian style to any
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Milk Glass, Teak
Midcentury Magnetic Mirror Chrome Eye-Ball Wall Sconce, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. It is commonly referred to as an eye-ball sconce for obvious reasons. Inspired by Verner Panton's
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Serge Mouille - Rotating Sconce with 1 Arm in Black
By Serge Mouille
Located in Stratford, CT
The 1 (straight) arm rotating sconce finds its place above a desk, an armchair, or a bed. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Serge Mouille - Rotating Sconce with 1 Arm in White
By Serge Mouille
Located in Stratford, CT
The 1 (straight) arm rotating sconce finds its place above a desk, an armchair, or a bed. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Serge Mouille - Rotating Sconce with 1 Arm in Black
By Serge Mouille
Located in Stratford, CT
The 1 (straight) arm rotating sconce finds its place above a desk, an armchair, or a bed. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Atlas 45 Sconce in Brushed Brass and Oiled Walnut
By John Sorensen-Jolink
Located in Brooklyn, NY
for reading in bed or lighting art. The darkened brass rods can be adjusted in every possible
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass
Pale Yellow Dutch Modern Wall Sconce / Table Lamp by Philips
By Philips
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Versatile adjustable Dutch reading / table lamp or wall sconce by Philips (ca. 1950s, Netherlands
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
LUDO Wall Sconce in Brass & Enamel, Classic Italian Design, Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in New York, NY
Our best-selling Ludo wall sconce or reading light, handmade by Blueprint Lighting. The spun
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel
H 11 in W 6 in D 8.5 in
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Sconces For Reading For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal sconces for reading for your home. Each sconces for reading for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and aluminum. There are 254 variations of the antique or vintage sconces for reading you’re looking for, while we also have 165 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer sconces for reading, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A sconces for reading is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one sconces for reading that is appealing in its simplicity, but Blueprint Lighting, Michael Anastassiades and Lumfardo Luminaires produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Sconces For Reading?
Prices for a sconces for reading can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $150 and can go as high as $22,950, while the average can fetch as much as $1,460.
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 Sconces For Reading
- What is a reading stand?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A reading stand is a stand to position the book or any reading material in an orthopedically upright position for reading. It’s meant for comfortable reading. The stopper at the end holds the reading material in a way that it doesn’t slip off. It helps ensure that you maintain a good posture while you are reading. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading stands on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best chair for reading is ultimately a matter of preference. You’ll want to think about a comfortable chair that will be suitable to sit in for a long period — think about form, upholstery, whether the chair will support your back and neck properly and more. Keep your space constrictions in mind as well as your budget. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, new and vintage chairs.
- What is a good reading lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A good reading lamp is a matter of personal choice. In general, halogen and fluorescent bulb lamps are better for reading than standard incandescent bulb lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage reading lamps on 1stDibs.
- What is a reading desk called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Reading desks are sometimes called lecterns because they are tall enough for a person to use while standing and they have a slanted top.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To read an armillary sphere, first familiarize yourself with the parts. The ring along the base is the horizon. On the armillary, the outermost ring is the meridian, while the largest inner ring is the ecliptic ring. Locate the date on the ecliptic ring and place a marker that represents the sun on it. Turn the sphere to trace the path the sun will take on that day. Use the markings on the horizon to find the ascension of the sunrise, and the ecliptic ring to find out the elevation of the sun at noon. Find a collection of armillary spheres on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To read a Chanel clothing label, look beneath the Chanel logo tag. There you will see another label with the style number, size and year it was created. If the style number starts with an A, it was from an Autumn collection. P stands for Printemps, which is spring, and C means that item is part of the cruise line. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
- What makes a good reading chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A good reading chair will have a high, firm back to provide enough support to the neck and back. It should also have comfortable armrests so that one’s arms are relaxed and it is easy to prop a book. A plush upholstered cushion for the seat will make the reading experience even better. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To read your Omega reference number, first check the leading three digits to find the collection. Then, move on to the next two to learn what the housing and band materials are. Move on to the third set of digits, which represent the diameter and height of the housing. The next set of numbers tells you the type of movement featured in the watch. In the last two sets of digits, you'll find the dial color followed by the production sequence number. Shop a large selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Modern Bottega Veneta serial number tags contain a model number, leather code, color code, and year of manufacture from left to right, top to bottom. Older items have one string of numbers, but the exact way to decode these is something of a trade secret. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Bottega Veneta pieces on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024To read a Louis Vuitton date code, look at the first two letters that represent the location of where it was made. These letters are followed by four numbers, the first and third of which tell which week of the year that the product was made, and the second and fourth tell which year it was made. You’ll find a wide variety of authentic Louis Vuitton products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Christopher Tennant’s Lamps and Dioramas Evoke Sunny Days and Seaside Locales
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.
Celebrate Spring Year-Round with This Lush Murano-Glass Chandelier
Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.
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