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unique set of 2 orange "POP ART" wagon light Fat Lava Wall Light, Germany, 1970s
unique set of 2 orange "POP ART" wagon light Fat Lava Wall Light, Germany, 1970s

unique set of 2 orange "POP ART" wagon light Fat Lava Wall Light, Germany, 1970s

By Scheurich Keramik, Verner Panton

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Wall light set of 2 Origin: Germany. Age: 1970s. Description: Original modernist German wall light set made of ceramic in fat lava optic. This super rare light wa...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Oak and Glazed Ceramic Wall Sconce by Guillerme and Chambron, France, c. 1960
Oak and Glazed Ceramic Wall Sconce by Guillerme and Chambron, France, c. 1960

Oak and Glazed Ceramic Wall Sconce by Guillerme and Chambron, France, c. 1960

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in New York City, NY

Two available; priced individually. Unique oak and glazed ceramic wall sconces by Guillerme and Chambron.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Pair of Extra Large Massive Glass Wall Sconces in the Style of Kalmar
Pair of Extra Large Massive Glass Wall Sconces in the Style of Kalmar

Pair of Extra Large Massive Glass Wall Sconces in the Style of Kalmar

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Rijssen, NL

Pair of unique large and elegant glass wall sconces in the style of J.T.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Austrian Mid-Century Set of Four Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Austrian Mid-Century Set of Four Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

Austrian Mid-Century Set of Four Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Beauty, stunning and unique Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2.

Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Austrian Mid-Century Set of Four Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Austrian Mid-Century Set of Four Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

Austrian Mid-Century Set of Four Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Beauty, stunning and unique Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2.

Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Stilnovo Wall Sconces in Glass and Brass, Made in Italy, circa 1960
Pair of Stilnovo Wall Sconces in Glass and Brass, Made in Italy, circa 1960

Pair of Stilnovo Wall Sconces in Glass and Brass, Made in Italy, circa 1960

By Stilnovo

Located in Milan, IT

This unique pair of wall sconces in glass and brass are a true must have for all the lovers of Italian design.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

1 of the 5 XL Massive Glass Wall Lamps/Sconces in the Style of Kalmar 'W'
1 of the 5 XL Massive Glass Wall Lamps/Sconces in the Style of Kalmar 'W'

1 of the 5 XL Massive Glass Wall Lamps/Sconces in the Style of Kalmar 'W'

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Rijssen, NL

1 of the 5 unique large and elegant glass wall sconces in the style of J.T.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Unique Laser II Gold by Hatsu
Unique Laser II Gold by Hatsu

Unique Laser II Gold by Hatsu

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique Laser III Gold by Hatsu Dimensions: W 10 x H 150 cm Materials: Aluminum Hatsu is a design studio based in Mumbai that creates modern lighting that are unique and immedia...

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2010s Indian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Unique Sculptural Hammered Brass Spider Lamp, Austria, 1950s
Unique Sculptural Hammered Brass Spider Lamp, Austria, 1950s

Unique Sculptural Hammered Brass Spider Lamp, Austria, 1950s

Located in Vienna, AT

To be used as a table lamp, side lamp or wall lamp or sconce. High-quality craftsmanship, made of Hammer-blown brass with faceted green crystal glass eyes.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of Midcentury Unique Large Murano Glass Mazzega Flush Mounts, 1970s
Pair of Midcentury Unique Large Murano Glass Mazzega Flush Mounts, 1970s

Pair of Midcentury Unique Large Murano Glass Mazzega Flush Mounts, 1970s

By AVMazzega, Mazzega

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Unique, beautiful and large Pair of Italian Murano Wall Sconces or Flush Mounts.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of large green Murano discs sconces 1970s
Pair of large green Murano discs sconces 1970s

Pair of large green Murano discs sconces 1970s

By Vistosi

Located in Dallas, TX

The Murano glass discs are very unique. Each Italian wall sconce has 4 lights and is professionally rewired for the US.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

In the Manner of Swiss Outdoor Sconces 'New'
In the Manner of Swiss Outdoor Sconces 'New'

In the Manner of Swiss Outdoor Sconces 'New'

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

(2) large unique exterior wall sconces with lucite fitting details.

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Steel

Crystal and Gilt Bronze 3-Light Belle Époque Sconces.
Crystal and Gilt Bronze 3-Light Belle Époque Sconces.

Crystal and Gilt Bronze 3-Light Belle Époque Sconces.

Located in San Francisco, CA

Beautiful delicate, but with large crystals and rock crystal decorations, pair of 3 light, French gilt bronze wall sconces. Unique chain neckless detailing. Belle Époque, of the Peri...

Category

Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold Leaf, Bronze

Liberty Umbrella-Shaped Sconce in Iron, Brass and Parchment, Italy 1920s
Liberty Umbrella-Shaped Sconce in Iron, Brass and Parchment, Italy 1920s

Liberty Umbrella-Shaped Sconce in Iron, Brass and Parchment, Italy 1920s

Located in Roma, IT

Marvellous Italian Liberty wall light. This unique sconce was produced in Italy in the 1920s.

Category

Antique 1620s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Metal, Wrought Iron

Pair of Translucent White Murano Glass Globes and Brass Sconces, Italy, 2020
Pair of Translucent White Murano Glass Globes and Brass Sconces, Italy, 2020

Pair of Translucent White Murano Glass Globes and Brass Sconces, Italy, 2020

Located in New York, NY

Unique pair of sconces or wall lights consisting of 6 white translucent Murano glass globes or spheres of various sizes attached in an asymmetrical pattern onto a polished brass frame.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Large Danish Modern, Wall Lamp in Green, White Black Stoneware, 1960s
Large Danish Modern, Wall Lamp in Green, White Black Stoneware, 1960s

Large Danish Modern, Wall Lamp in Green, White Black Stoneware, 1960s

By Poul Brandborg

Located in Odense, DK

Large unique handmade wall sconce by Danish ceramic artist Poul Brandborg in the 1960s in his own workshop.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stoneware

Gilt Plated Metal Flower Wall Fixture, Flush Mount, Maison Jansen Style, 1970s
Gilt Plated Metal Flower Wall Fixture, Flush Mount, Maison Jansen Style, 1970s

Gilt Plated Metal Flower Wall Fixture, Flush Mount, Maison Jansen Style, 1970s

By Maison Jansen

Located in Rijssen, NL

unique flower sconce/wall light or ceiling fixture from the 1970s, designed in the style of Hans Kögl/Germany (Koegl)/ Maison Jansen.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Veca Style Pair Italian Wall Lights with Double Slabs of Glass in Two Colors
Veca Style Pair Italian Wall Lights with Double Slabs of Glass in Two Colors

Veca Style Pair Italian Wall Lights with Double Slabs of Glass in Two Colors

By VECA

Located in Prato, Tuscany

We kindly invite you to read the entire description, as it provides detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our items. This unique pair of vint...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Bjørn Wiinblad, Very Rare Unique Wall Lights, a Pair, 1971
Bjørn Wiinblad, Very Rare Unique Wall Lights, a Pair, 1971

Bjørn Wiinblad, Very Rare Unique Wall Lights, a Pair, 1971

Located in København, Copenhagen

Bjørn Wiinblad. Very rare unique wall lights, a pair, signed and dated 71, The Blue house. Round shape, glazed tiles with light arms. Measures: Height 42, width 38 cm. In perfect...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Sconces

Pair of Italian Green Powder Coated Floral Wall Sconces Mid-Century Modern
Pair of Italian Green Powder Coated Floral Wall Sconces Mid-Century Modern

Pair of Italian Green Powder Coated Floral Wall Sconces Mid-Century Modern

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Perfect enhancing a hallway, dining room, living room or bedroom. Tall and unique, these painted wall sconces are a wonderful addition to any home.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Vintage Hand-Carved Wooden Mountaineer Sculpture Pendant Light with Lantern
Vintage Hand-Carved Wooden Mountaineer Sculpture Pendant Light with Lantern

Vintage Hand-Carved Wooden Mountaineer Sculpture Pendant Light with Lantern

Located in Lisse, NL

Thanks to its relavitely small size this pendant can also be hung close to a wall, making it a unique (hanging from your ceiling) wall sconce.

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Black Forest Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Unique Sconce by Katie Stout
Unique Sconce by Katie Stout

Unique Sconce by Katie Stout

By Katie Stout

Located in New York, NY

Unique sconce in multicolored glazed porcelain. Designed and made by Katie Stout, USA, 2019.

Category

2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Glacier sconce by David Wiseman

Unique Glacier sconce by David Wiseman

By David Wiseman

Located in New York, NY

Unique Glacier sconce in grey hand-cut Czech crystal with bronze leaves. Designed and made by David Wiseman, USA, 2012.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces

Unique Wall Mounted Branch by David Wiseman
Unique Wall Mounted Branch by David Wiseman

Unique Wall Mounted Branch by David Wiseman

By David Wiseman

Located in New York, NY

Unique large wall mounted Branch illuminated sculpture in bronze with white porcelain blossoms. Designed and made by David Wiseman, USA, 2012.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Unique Extended Wall Lamp by Giovanni Ferrabini
Unique Extended Wall Lamp by Giovanni Ferrabini

Unique Extended Wall Lamp by Giovanni Ferrabini

By Giovanni Ferrabini

Located in New York, NY

One-of-a-kind sconce of hammered iron. Sculptural with great back-plate, swiveling arm and dark blue shade. *Ferrabini was a very accomplished fine art sculptor who dabbled in furn...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Very Unusual Wall Sconce
Very Unusual Wall Sconce

Very Unusual Wall Sconce

Located in Atlanta, GA

Unique wall sconce in acrylic with light bulbs

Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Acrylic

Art Deco Wall Sconce by Ezan
Art Deco Wall Sconce by Ezan

Art Deco Wall Sconce by Ezan

By Ezan

Located in Fairfax, VA

Made in France by Ezan, this unique wall sconce features an elongated design with four bright lights.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass

Period Arts and Crafts Corner Wall Sconces with Slag Glass
Period Arts and Crafts Corner Wall Sconces with Slag Glass

Period Arts and Crafts Corner Wall Sconces with Slag Glass

Located in Dallas, TX

The roof tops are easily removed to access bulb replacement. These unique wall sconces can be used with various styles of American and English architecture, such as Gothic, Gothic...

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Unique Italian Ceramic Wall Sconce
Unique Italian Ceramic Wall Sconce

Unique Italian Ceramic Wall Sconce

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Delightful 5 cone hand painted ceramic wall sconce on a black wooden base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair Unique and Unusual Single Light and Wall Sconces
Pair Unique and Unusual Single Light and Wall Sconces

Pair Unique and Unusual Single Light and Wall Sconces

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair unique and unusual iron single light wall sconces with lovely height.

Category

20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Unique  Sculpture/ Sconce
Unique  Sculpture/ Sconce

Unique Sculpture/ Sconce

Located in San Francisco, CA

Very chic and nicely executed sculpted sconce with branch and leaf motif in brass and painted metal - France - circa 1960

Category

Vintage 1960s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Metal

Three Unique Large Orrefors Crystal Wall Sconces, Carl Fagerlund Sweden, 1960s
Three Unique Large Orrefors Crystal Wall Sconces, Carl Fagerlund Sweden, 1960s

Three Unique Large Orrefors Crystal Wall Sconces, Carl Fagerlund Sweden, 1960s

By Carl Fagerlund

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Set of three unique large Orrefors crystal wall sconces by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair of Unique Industrial Sconces
Pair of Unique Industrial Sconces

Pair of Unique Industrial Sconces

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Pair of unusual brass wall hung sconces with unique bracket mechanism.

Category

Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

Unique pair of lotus sconces
Unique pair of lotus sconces

Unique pair of lotus sconces

Located in New York, NY

Unique pair of lotus shaped hand made sconces in polished and lacquered brass and aluminum, France, c. 1940.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Pair Unique 1920's Sconces
Pair Unique 1920's Sconces

Pair Unique 1920's Sconces

Located in Pasadena, CA

Great pair of iron double light sconces with painted floral details.

Category

Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Unique Large Orrefors Crystal Wall Sconces Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, 1960s
Pair of Unique Large Orrefors Crystal Wall Sconces Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, 1960s

Pair of Unique Large Orrefors Crystal Wall Sconces Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, 1960s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of unique large Orrefors crystal wall sconces by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, circa 1960s, Classic carved textured and diagonal pattern on large crystal fluted clear crystal covers,...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Unique Pair of Butterfly-Motif Sconces
Unique Pair of Butterfly-Motif Sconces

Unique Pair of Butterfly-Motif Sconces

Located in San Francisco, CA

A unique and elegant pair of gilt/bronze Butterfly-motif wall sconces with shades.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ormolu

Unique Pair of Art Deco Sconces
Unique Pair of Art Deco Sconces

Unique Pair of Art Deco Sconces

Located in Pasadena, CA

Cast metal sconces in an interesting geometric art deco design and original two-tone silver and brass finish

Category

Vintage 1930s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair 1920's Unique Double Sconces
Pair 1920's Unique Double Sconces

Pair 1920's Unique Double Sconces

Located in Pasadena, CA

Cast metal sconces with unusual decorative brace supporting candle lights. Original painted polychrome-style details and thistle design at backplate.

Category

Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

Unique Pair of Vintage Composite Glass Sconces
Unique Pair of Vintage Composite Glass Sconces

Unique Pair of Vintage Composite Glass Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1970's composite glass wall sconces with brass hardware, signed "Raak Holland". Colors include yellow, green, pink, orange.

Category

20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Bronze Star Wall Sconces
Bronze Star Wall Sconces

Bronze Star Wall Sconces

Located in Fairfax, VA

Pair of unique handmade French bronze wall sconces.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Four Sets of Unique Modern Tulip Sconces
Four Sets of Unique Modern Tulip Sconces

Four Sets of Unique Modern Tulip Sconces

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Mid Century modern tulip sconces-4 pairs brass color coated double tulip shaped shades.

2 pairs of ivory & pink and 2 pairs of pink & black with brass stems extending...

Category

Vintage 1940s Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair Unique 19th C. Wrought Iron Sconces
Pair Unique 19th C. Wrought Iron Sconces

Pair Unique 19th C. Wrought Iron Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair 19th C. Italian Wrought Iron 2-Lite Sconces with open basket form on center top.

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Art Deco Theater Sconces Cubist and Unique
Art Deco Theater Sconces Cubist and Unique

Art Deco Theater Sconces Cubist and Unique

Located in Oakland, CA

Wonderful and original Art Deco Theater Sconces. These were brought to me from a client here in SF, said she had them in storage for over 20 years and has never been able to use th...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Unique pair of over large scale " Ginko" sconces
Unique pair of over large scale " Ginko" sconces

Unique pair of over large scale " Ginko" sconces

Located in New York, NY

Unique pair of large scale " Ginko " sconces in brass, Italy, c. 1940.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Jacques Duval-Brasseur Wall Sconce
Jacques Duval-Brasseur Wall Sconce

Jacques Duval-Brasseur Wall Sconce

By Jacques Duval-Brasseur 1

Located in San Francisco, CA

An exceptional and unique, illuminated, welded-brass wall sconce with dragonfly-motif and wings of agate, displayed also as a table lamp and sculpture.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Agate, Brass

Unique Brass and Copper Sconces c. 1920's
Unique Brass and Copper Sconces c. 1920's

Unique Brass and Copper Sconces c. 1920's

By Lion Electric Mfg. Co

Located in Pasadena, CA

Exceptionally well-crafted single-light sconces of brass and hammered copper, with original patina to finish, decorative smoke bells and hammered reflector plates; signed Lion Electr...

Category

Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Unique Antique French Louis XVI Tole Sconces
Pair of Unique Antique French Louis XVI Tole Sconces

Pair of Unique Antique French Louis XVI Tole Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of unique & delicate Antique French Louis XVI gilt & painted tole double light wall sconces embellished with fine white porcelain flowers and further adorned with cut rock cryst...

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Antique 19th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Tôle

Unique Luxury Tube Wall Art Deco Lamp
Unique Luxury Tube Wall Art Deco Lamp

Unique Luxury Tube Wall Art Deco Lamp

Located in Brno, CZ

Are you looking for a unique, design and at the same time very rare lamp that would be in perfect condition? Then you just found her. This unique piece has undergone a detailed renov...

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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

PAIR OF UNIQUE BRASS AND CHROME WALL LIGHTS
PAIR OF UNIQUE BRASS AND CHROME WALL LIGHTS

PAIR OF UNIQUE BRASS AND CHROME WALL LIGHTS

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of interesting and unique, three light wall sconces. Each sconce is designed in polished chrome and finely detailed with brass accents.

Category

20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome, Brass

Set of Five Unique Double Sconces circa 1920's
Set of Five Unique Double Sconces circa 1920's

Set of Five Unique Double Sconces circa 1920's

Located in Pasadena, CA

Set of five hard-to-find 1920's sconces, with the two lights staggered behind one another against a hammered backplate-- really lovely design. Priced as set, but would consider selli...

Category

Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair Exceptional & Unique 1920's Sconces from Neff Estate
Pair Exceptional & Unique 1920's Sconces from Neff Estate

Pair Exceptional & Unique 1920's Sconces from Neff Estate

Located in Pasadena, CA

Brilliant pair of hand-wrought single-light sconces with all the hallmarks of the very best 1920's craftsmanship and design. Custom made for a 1920's estate by famed architect Wallac...

Category

Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron, Brass

Unique Zig Zag Theater Art Deco Sconces 2 Pair
Unique Zig Zag Theater Art Deco Sconces 2 Pair

Unique Zig Zag Theater Art Deco Sconces 2 Pair

Located in Oakland, CA

Fresh out of unique theater setting (at least that is what I'm told)! I do love them, very sculptured and very dimensional. These have a striking modernist design with zig-zag meta...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Nickel, Bronze

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Unique Wall Sconce For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic unique wall sconce available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, every unique wall sconce was constructed with great care. There are 86 variations of the antique or vintage unique wall sconce you’re looking for, while we also have 18 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect unique wall sconce — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each unique wall sconce bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made unique wall sconce has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Perrichaud, Graziela Dias and Ayala Serfaty are consistently popular.

How Much is a Unique Wall Sconce?

Prices for a unique wall sconce start at $450 and top out at $55,432 with the average selling for $3,102.

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 Unique Wall Sconce
  • 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 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.