$11,700 / set
H 15.5 in W 18.25 in D 5.75 in
2 Pairs of Large French Mid-Century Modern Plaster Shell Sconces by Serge Roche
By Serge Roche
Located in New York, NY
Two Rare and dramatic pairs of French plaster wall lights in the form of sea shells by Serge Roche
Plaster
$55,000 / set
H 19.5 in W 20.5 in D 7 in
PAIR of French Shell & Plaster Sconces, Serge Roche for Maison Jansen, 1930-1940
By Serge Roche, Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Gesso Sconces by the unrivaled French talent of the 1930 period, Serge Roche, and made for Maison Jansen
Shell, Gesso, Plaster
$38,000 / item
H 19.5 in W 20.5 in D 7 in
PAIR of Rare French Shell & Plaster Sconces by Serge Roche & Maison Jansen, 1935
By Serge Roche, Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Rare and Original French Shell, Sea Life, Plaster and Patinated Gesso Sconces by Serge
Shell, Abalone, Gesso, Plaster
One Pair Shell Form Sconces after Serge Roche. Nicely Done
Located in Buchanan, MI
One pair shell form sconces after Serge Roche. Nicely Done. Feel free to call with further
Plaster
Plaster Shell Sculpted Sconce
By Hélène Aumont 1, Serge Roche
Located in Ballard, CA
The shell decorative sconce is sculpted and then cast in plaster. The graceful design is a
Plaster
$6,895 / set
H 5 in W 16 in D 6.38 in
2 Pairs Mid-Century Modern Plaster Shell Wall Sconces, Attributed to Serge Roche
Located in New York, NY
2 pairs of French Midcentury plaster wall lights in the form of a shell attributed to Serge Roche
Plaster
Pair of 1930s Gilt Plaster Scallop Shell Wall Lights
By Serge Roche
Located in London, GB
In the manner of Serge Roche, the finely moulded and textured plaster work with a patinated gilt
Plaster
Pair of Monumental Sea Shell Sconces by Serge Roche
By Serge Roche
Located in New York, NY
Pair of monumental sea shell sconces by Serge Roche.
Composition
Pair of Serge Roche Style Shell Plaster Wall Sconces
By Serge Roche
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of French shell shaped plaster wall sconces, in the manner of Serge Roche. Each sconce uses 1
Plaster
Pair of White Plaster Shell Sconces in the Manner of Serge Roche
By Serge Roche
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of White Plaster Shell Sconces, in the manner of Serge Roche, probably American, circa 1940s
Plaster
Sold
H 6.5 in W 10 in D 8.5 in
Pair Plaster Palm Beach Shell Seashell Wall Light Sconces Serge Roche Manner
By Serge Roche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 1950s vintage Palm Beach plaster shell seashell wall light sconces. Wired for U.S. No chips
Plaster
1930s Giant "Shell" Wall Diffuser by Serge Roche
By Serge Roche
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1930s giant "Shell" wall diffuser by Serge Roche. Impressive giant shell diffuser sconce made of
Plaster
1930 Giant Shell Wall Diffuser by Serge Roche
By Serge Roche
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1930 giant shell wall diffuser by Serge Roche Impressive giant shell diffuser sconce made of
Plaster
Serge Roche single plaster shell applique 1935. Free shipping
By Serge Roche
Located in London, GB
Single rare Serge Roche shell or conch in white plaster. Excellent definition
Plaster
Set of Three French Serge Roche 1930s Oyster Shell Wall Lamps
By Serge Roche
Located in New York, NY
Set of three French Art Deco beige plaster wall lights by Serge Roche styled in oyster shell design
Plaster
Art Deco plaster shell wall light in the style of Serge Roche
By Serge Roche
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large French wall light from the 1940s in style Serge Roche. Plaster structure imitating the shape
Plaster
Pair of Serge Roche-style plaster shell wall lights from the 1940s
By Serge Roche
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of French wall lights from the 1940s in the shape of shells, in the style of Serge Roche
Plaster
Sold
H 7.88 in W 12.21 in D 8.67 in
1940s plaster wall light attributed to Serge Roche in the shape of a shell
By Serge Roche
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large French wall light from the 1940s attributed to Serge Roche. Plaster structure imitating the
Plaster
Sold
H 12.6 in W 13.78 in D 6.3 in
Large Pair of Shells Appliques Attributed to Serge Roche Plaster 40's Art Deco
By Serge Roche
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Imposing pair of French sconces in the shape of a shell attributed to Serge Roche dating from the
Plaster
Hollywood Regency Serge Roche Style Shell Sconce
Located in Astoria, NY
Hollywood Regency Serge Roche (French, 1898-1988) Style Shell Sconce. Dealer: S138XX
Ceramic
Pair of Serge Roche Clam Shell Form Sconces.
Located in Bellport, NY
Designed by Serge Roche a pair of Plaster sculptural clam form shell sconces.In excellent condition.
Pair of Shell Form Plaster Sconces by Serge Roche
Located in Doylestown, PA
Pair of shell form plaster sconces by Serge Roche, French, 1940's
Plaster
Sold
H 6.5 in W 12 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Serge Roche Style Wall Sconces Plaster Seashell Scalloped Shell Planters
By Serge Roche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage plaster scalloped shell seashell wall sconces in the manner of Serge Roche
Plaster
Awesome Pair of Plaster Shell Sconces Designed by Serge Roche
Located in Amarillo, TX
Iconic pair of large scale single light shell sconces. Newly wired for US use.
Plaster
pair of 50's shell sconces in plaster Serge Roche style
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
pair of 50's shell sconces in plaster Serge Roche style - H395 Pair of 50's plaster shell sconces
Plaster
Pair of plaster shell sconces in the style of Serge Roche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking pair of plaster shell sconces in the style of Serge Roche.
Sold
H 14 in W 13 in D 6 in
Vintage Pair of Palm Beach Shell Seashell White Wall Sconces Lacquered White
By Serge Roche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of shell seashell wall sconce shelves. Newly finished in a flat plaster white. Comes
Composition
Serge Roche Pair Of Shell Wall Sconces
By Serge Roche
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of large shell wall sconces
Plaster
Large Plaster Shell Sconces after Serge Roche, France, 1940s
By Serge Roche
Located in New York, NY
Large plaster sconces after Serge Roche, shaped like a giant seashell, hang on the wall via a hook
Plaster
Sold
H 13.78 in W 23.63 in D 6.3 in
Large French Art Deco Golden Plaster Shell Sconce in the Style of Serge Roche
By Serge Roche
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large French art deco golden Plaster Shell Sconce in the style of Serge Roche Beautiful patina
Plaster
Set of Three French Serge Roche 1930s Oyster Shell Wall Lamps
By Serge Roche
Located in New York, NY
Set of three French Art Deco white plaster wall lights by Serge Roche styled in oyster shell design
Plaster
Sold
H 9.5 in W 13 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Palm Beach Roche Style White Plaster Clam Shell Wall Light Sconces
By Serge Roche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely vintage pair of plaster, Serge Roche style, clam shell wall light sconces. Each sconces take
Plaster
Plaster Shell Wall Sconces in the Manner of Serge Roche
By Serge Roche
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A lovely stylish pair of wall lamps in the form of sea shells. Both lamps are painted plaster, with
Plaster
Shell Sconces in the manner of Serge Roche
Located in Newburgh, NY
Beautiful shell sconces , in the manner of Serge Roche, held up by iron frames.
Iron
Pair of Plaster 'Shell' Appliqués
By Serge Roche
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
pair of plaster 'shell' appliqués in the manner of Serge Roche.
Plaster
Serge Roche Plaster "Shell" Wall Sconces
By Serge Roche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fantastic pair of wall sconces.
Sold|$233,170
H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
Other
Opaline Glass and Brass Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Opaline glass circa 1950 on new brass arm. Made in Italy Measures: 3" W x 10." D x 23" H. *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). ...
Brass
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
$7,054 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Structure: Made from Poplar Burl veneer with solid oak edging, the Park Nightstand is finished with matching veneer on both the exterior and interior. The inside includes an adjustab...
Wood, Poplar, Burl
Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...
Iron
$777 / item
H 15.75 in W 7.09 in D 7.68 in
Reproduction of a of art deco nickel wall lamp (Smaller one)
Located in Wien, AT
Reproduction of a nickel art deco wall lamp This is a reproduction. ( New ) We have also the same in polished brass. It can be brass and lacuered too. The last photo shows we have t...
Brass, Nickel
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
On Hold|$22,000
H 25.25 in W 98 in D 98 in
American Designer, Sectional Sofa, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan and yellow velvet sectional sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Dimensions: 25.25” H x 98” W x 98” D Seat Height: 17”
Velvet, Rattan
$18,500
H 24 in W 74 in D 24 in
Incomparable Tuxedo Sofa by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950
By Mario Papperzini, John Salterini
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent sofa maintains its original verdigris finish, with heavy patina. The piece may be painted or professionally powder coated if so desired. Finals may be finished in ag...
Wrought Iron
$26,000
H 102 in W 61.5 in D 79 in
English Georgian Mahogany Gadrooned and Upholstered Tester Bed, Circa 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
English Georgian mahogany four-poster bed with a carved molded inset headboard, tapered head post, serpentine gadrooned and upholstered tester with a centered carved urn & swags, dec...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Outdoor Metal Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Wrought iron sconce with three (3) glass panes. Made in Italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not UL Listed. Standa...
Metal
Paavo Tynell 9602 Floor Lamp, Wicker Willow
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Berkeley, CA
The 9602 floor lamp, also known as “Chinese Hat” was designed by Paavo Tynell in 1935 for the Hotel Aulanko. Characterised by its elegant and airy lampshade and rattan-covered stem, ...
Brass
The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$434 / item
H 3.54 in W 4.92 in D 5.51 in
Galupa Art Deco Wall Sconce, Optical Glass & Aluminum, Up/Down Lighting
Located in İstiklal, TR
GALUPA Art Deco Wall Sconce, a masterpiece of design that effortlessly combines elegance and functionality. This stunning wall sconce is crafted in the timeless Art Deco style, featu...
Aluminum
$4,242 / set
H 7.75 in W 5.35 in D 7.75 in
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconces
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris patinated outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed ...
Metal
From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, there is one major part of home decor that you definitely want to master: lighting. Carefully selected vintage sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood and highlighting your distinctive personality.
We’re a long way from the candelabra-inspired chandeliers of the medieval era. Lighting is no longer merely practical, and lighting designers have been creating and reinventing lighting solutions for eons. Because of the advancements crafted by these venturesome makers, we now have the opportunity to bring unique, customizable lighting solutions into our homes.
It’s never been easier to create dramatic bedrooms, cozy kitchen areas and cheerful bars than it is today. Think of an elegant wall sconce as functional and as a work of art, adding both light and style to your hallways, whimsical kids’ rooms and elsewhere.
When choosing a lighting solution, first determine what your needs are: Will you opt for a moody or a bright feel? The room that will serve as your home office will need adequate lighting — think “the brighter, the better” for this particular setting.
For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs instead of bedside table lamps could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.
Let 1stDibs help you set the mood with the right antique and vintage wall lights and sconces for your home. Our collection includes every kind of fixture, from sculptural works by Austrian craftsman J.T. Kalmar to chic industrial-style wall sconces, from adjustable painted aluminum wall lamps designed by Artemide to a wide variety of minimalist mid-century modern masterpieces.
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