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 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 a sconce fixture?

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

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 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.

Why is it called a sconce?

A light that hangs on a wall is called a sconce due to its linguistic history. The term originated from the Old French term esconce, which means "lantern" or "hiding place." In turn, the word sconce has its roots in the Latin root word for "to hide," abscondere. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of sconces.

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.

How do you hang wall shelves on the wall?

Typically, the best way to hang wall shelves on a wall is through the studs. The studs are the strong vertical beams that form the frames of walls. You can locate them using a tool called a stud finder. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wall shelves.

Are sconces still in style?

Although trends in lighting design do come and go over time, sconces generally remain in style. Many people find that sconces provide a way to increase the level of illumination while enhancing the visual appeal of both interiors and exteriors. The fact that sconces can provide uplight, downlight or multidirectional light adds to their enduring popularity. Explore a collection of sconces on 1stDibs.

What is a wall bracket?

A wall bracket is a support that projects from a wall to hold something, like a shelf.

What is a wall hanger?

A wall hanger is a type of tapestry or decoration hung directly on a wall. There is a broad range of wall decorations on 1stDibs for sale.

What is a wall frieze?

A wall frieze is a patterned or ornate band that extends around the room's perimeter. During the Victorian era, it became fashionable to integrate a frieze in interior design rather than as an exterior adornment. Friezes are frequently close to the top of the wall and help to balance a room by making an especially tall wall appear shorter. Shop a collection of antique and vintage wall friezes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.

What are modular walls?

Modular walls are free-standing outdoor wall systems made from posts and panels. These walls are commonly used as residential fencing, acoustic barriers or even retaining walls.

What are wall pockets?

Wall pockets are decorative wall décor made out of porcelain, pottery or glass. The decorations feature hollow interiors and flat backs, allowing you to hang them on the wall and use them as a planter or storage container. Shop a variety of wall pockets on 1stDibs.

How does a wall barometer work?

The Barometer is a scientific instrument used to measure air pressure in a certain environment. The barometer has a flattened metal cylinder that looks like a silver disc inside its construction, which is filled with a partial vacuum. As the pressure in the air increases, the disc gets crushed and as air pressure decreases the disc expands. This movement of the disc is transformed into the reading of the black barometer needle under the glass.

What is a pottery wall pocket?

A pottery wall pocket is a hanging piece of pottery meant to hold anything, from papers to flowers. The most collectable are vintage pockets meant for housing plants, usually ceramic to keep the water in. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique pottery wall pockets from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is giclée wall art?

Giclée wall art is a type of museum-quality art print. Producing giclée prints involves spraying tiny drops of highly pigmented ink onto paper or canvas. The end result is a high-resolution image that helps to preserve the texture and color of original works of art. On 1stDibs, find a range of giclée wall art.

What is a regulator wall clock?

A regulator wall clock is a wall-mounted clock invented in the late 18th century. These types of clocks are weight-driven, regulated by a swinging pendulum.

What are the panels on walls called?

What the panels used to decorate walls are called depends on their design. Generally, the panels go by the name wainscoting. Beadboard is one of the most common types and features vertical grooves along its surface. Shop a range of antique and vintage wall panels on 1stDibs.

What are the types of wall covering?

The most popular types of wallcoverings include wallpaper, paint, tiles and wood paneling. Of those four, paint is probably the go-to because it’s quite easy to do.

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H 16.5 in W 5 in D 4.5 in

Southern Lights Electric Karma II Bowtie brass wall sconce

By Southern Lights Electric

Located in Nashville, TN

The Karma 2 is an up/down wall sconce designed with dual hand-spun brass cones and glass LED globes

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Galupa Art Deco Wall Sconce, Optical Glass & Aluminum, Up/Down Lighting

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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

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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass Up/Down Cylindrical Wall Light Fixture

$800 / item

H 12 in W 5 in D 4 in

Brass Up/Down Cylindrical Wall Light Fixture

Located in Nashville, TN

This wall-mounted sconce features a double-cylinder design that provides both upward and downward

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2010s Wall Lights and Sconces

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1960's Brass Diabolo Sconce Up & Down Lighter

$2,800

H 12 in W 11 in D 11.75 in

1960's Brass Diabolo Sconce Up & Down Lighter

Located in Hanover, MA

Single large scale wall-mounted double cone 'diabolo' sconce with upper and lower cones made of

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

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Brass

10 Pairs Available — ERCO Wall Sconces, Germany, 1970s — Space Age Up/Down Light

$1,191 / set

H 15.75 in W 4.73 in D 7.09 in

10 Pairs Available — ERCO Wall Sconces, Germany, 1970s — Space Age Up/Down Light

By Erco

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Elegant set of vintage Space Age wall sconces designed and manufactured by ERCO in Germany, circa

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Late 20th Century German Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces

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Flos Pochette Up & Down LED Wall Light by Rodolfo Dordoni

$915 / item

H 5.7 in W 7.75 in D 3.9 in

Flos Pochette Up & Down LED Wall Light by Rodolfo Dordoni

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Located in Brooklyn, NY

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Aluminum

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

$1,191 / item

H 7.88 in W 3.15 in D 5.91 in

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

Located in Hägersten, SE

Brass wall lamps designed and produced in Sweden during the 1950s. Perforated lamp shades. Made

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Italian design Red and white lacquered up down wall light by Stilnovo

$1,911

H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 11.82 in

Italian design Red and white lacquered up down wall light by Stilnovo

By Stilnovo

Located in London, GB

Red and White Stilnovo Wall Light, 1950s An iconic example of Italian mid-century design, this

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

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Metal, Aluminum

Up Down Light, Noir, by DUNLIN

$1,798 / item

H 8.67 in Dm 2.49 in

Up Down Light, Noir, by DUNLIN

By DUNLIN

Located in Sydney, AU

Handmade in solid brass exclusively for Dunlin Australia A playful up-down light in solid brass. 6.3 cm Diameter x 22 cm Long Finish: Noir Two lamp holders direct light vertically u...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Up Down Light, Palais by, DUNLIN

$1,298 / item

H 11.41 in Dm 2.95 in

Up Down Light, Palais by, DUNLIN

By DUNLIN

Located in Sydney, AU

from wall: 75mm (2.95" Inches) Finishes: Available Now in Polished Aluminium, Weathered Brass (coming

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Midcentury Adjustable Wall Lamp 1950 Brass Gold Italian Cup Go Up and Down

$2,085Sale Price|30% Off

H 80 in W 75 in D 60 in

Midcentury Adjustable Wall Lamp 1950 Brass Gold Italian Cup Go Up and Down

By Stilnovo

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Midcentury adjustable wall lamp 1950 brass gold Italian cup go up and down. Maximum opening cm.155.

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

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Up Down Light, Nickel Plated Brass by, DUNLIN

$2,068 / item

H 8.67 in Dm 2.49 in

Up Down Light, Nickel Plated Brass by, DUNLIN

By DUNLIN

Located in Sydney, AU

Handmade in solid brass in Sydney, Australia by Dunlin. A playful up-down light in solid brass. Measures: 6.3 cm Diameter x 22 cm Long Finish: Nickel Plated Brass Two lamp holders ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Wall Lights and Sconces

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Up Down Light, Weathered Brass, Palais by, DUNLIN

$1,568 / item

H 11.41 in Dm 2.95 in

Up Down Light, Weathered Brass, Palais by, DUNLIN

By DUNLIN

Located in Sydney, AU

from wall: 75mm (2.95" Inches) Finish: Weathered Brass 12Vt Low Voltage 2x Low Voltage Phillips

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Up Down Light, Tarnished Raw Brass by, DUNLIN

$1,998 / item

H 8.67 in Dm 2.49 in

Up Down Light, Tarnished Raw Brass by, DUNLIN

By DUNLIN

Located in Sydney, AU

Handmade in solid brass in Sydney, Australia by Dunlin. A playful up-down light in solid brass. Measures: 6.3 cm Diameter x 22 cm Long Finish: Tarnished Raw Brass Two lamp holders ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

LUte Sconce

$1,200 / item

H 7 in W 4 in D 5.5 in

LUte Sconce

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The stunning LUte sconce by Lumfardo Luminaires is an up and down fixed cylindrical wall sconce in

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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights a...

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LUte PPB Sconce

$1,280 / item

H 7 in W 4 in D 6.25 in

LUte PPB Sconce

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

wall sconce in unlacquered patinated brass finish. An all brass fixture, with illumination emitting

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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights a...

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Brass

LUte LP AS Sconce by Lumfardo Luminaires

$1,500 / item

H 10 in W 4 in D 6.25 in

LUte LP AS Sconce by Lumfardo Luminaires

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

the LUte Sconce. An up and down fixed cylindrical wall sconce in a perforated aged silver finish. A

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

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Silver

LUte LP Sconce BRZ by Lumfardo Luminaires

$1,500 / item

H 10 in W 4 in D 6.25 in

LUte LP Sconce BRZ by Lumfardo Luminaires

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

the LUte Sconce. An up and down fixed cylindrical wall sconce in a perforated bronze patinated brass

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Boréns Sweden White Minimalist Wall Lamp, 1980s

$402

H 19.69 in Dm 15.36 in

Boréns Sweden White Minimalist Wall Lamp, 1980s

By Boréns Borås

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Large simplistically made up- or down-light wall sconce in white lacquered steel. Designed at made

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H 15.75 in W 7.09 in D 9.06 in

Pair of Up and Down Lighter Sconces

Located in London, GB

White enameled shades on brass structure. Italian design late 20th century.

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Late 20th Century European Wall Lights and Sconces

Up and Down custom made Powder Coated Sconce

Unavailable

H 35 in W 30 in D 26 in

Up and Down custom made Powder Coated Sconce

By trans-LUXE

Located in New York, NY

Up and down custom-made powder coated sconce. Made in New York City by trans-LUXE Additional custom

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2010s American Minimalist Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass, Steel

Alabaster Sconce, Up and Down Lighting by Emmanuel Levet Stenne, 2017

Unavailable

H 10.24 in W 6.7 in D 4.34 in

Alabaster Sconce, Up and Down Lighting by Emmanuel Levet Stenne, 2017

By Emmanuel Levet Stenne

Located in Paris, FR

A sconce in softened alabaster, with up and down lighting. French work by designer Emmanuel Levet

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2010s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster

Modern Cylinder Up Down Light

Unavailable

H 19 in Dm 6 in

Modern Cylinder Up Down Light

By ADG Lighting

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

Modern cylinder up down light. Sample sale item. Can be used indoors or outdoors.

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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

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

Located in Lisse, NL

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

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

Materials

Alabaster, Aluminum

Pair of Prescolite Wall Sconces, Each with Up and Down Light, Thick Yellow Glass

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H 4.5 in W 15.25 in D 7.5 in

Pair of Prescolite Wall Sconces, Each with Up and Down Light, Thick Yellow Glass

By Prescolite

Located in Kansas City, MO

Two 1960s Prescolite wall sconces in yellow glass and white fixture. Original with no scratches or

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

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Steel

DUNLIN Uptown Downtown Up Down Light, Tarnished Raw Brass

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H 8.67 in Dm 2.49 in

DUNLIN Uptown Downtown Up Down Light, Tarnished Raw Brass

By DUNLIN

Located in Sydney, AU

Handmade in solid brass in Australia by Dunlin. A playful up-down light in solid brass. Measures: 6.3 cm Diameter x 22 cm Long Finish: Tarnished Raw Brass Two lamp holders dir...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Up and Down Interior Rattan Wall Lamp

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H 16.54 in W 7.68 in D 11.82 in

Up and Down Interior Rattan Wall Lamp

Located in Oxford, GB

Experience elegance and modern vibes with our Up and Down Interior Rattan Wall Lamp. Handcrafted

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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rattan

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

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

Located in Lisse, NL

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

Category

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

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

Located in Lisse, NL

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

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

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

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

Materials

Alabaster, Aluminum

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Up & Down Lighter Sconces Pafo by Artemide 1970s

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H 3.15 in W 3.55 in D 7.09 in

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Up & Down Lighter Sconces Pafo by Artemide 1970s

By Artemide

Located in Munich, DE

Set of two rare and elegant mid-century modern up & down lighter sconces. Model 'Pafo

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

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Modern Wall Sconces in Brass & White Pierced Metal, 1970s

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H 7.09 in Dm 3.94 in

Scandinavian Modern Wall Sconces in Brass & White Pierced Metal, 1970s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

or down fixed wall sconces. They are fashioned from solid brass and features perforated white steel

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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Up and Down Adjustable Italian Wall Light

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H 13 in Dm 16 in

Up and Down Adjustable Italian Wall Light

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original vinyl pulled over frame as shown. Light hangs on a wood block wall bracket and adjusts up

Category

20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Lamp up and down 50 years

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H 59.06 in Dm 15.75 in

Lamp up and down 50 years

By Gino Sarfatti

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Lamp up and down the 50's, in the style of Gino Sarfatti, in perfect condition, the colors are original.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

$Pochette Up\Down by Rodolfo Dordogne for Flos, 2000s, Set of 4$

Pochette Up\Down by Rodolfo Dordogne for Flos, 2000s, Set of 4

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H 6.11 in W 7.88 in D 3.94 in

Pochette Up\Down by Rodolfo Dordogne for Flos, 2000s, Set of 4

By Flos, Rodolfo Dordoni

Located in Savona, IT

Four wall lamps produced by Flos in 2003 designed by Rodolfo Dordoni. Body in die-cast Zamak alloy

Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Giuseppe Ostuni Wall Sconce, Italy, circa 1953

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H 8.27 in W 3.55 in D 7.49 in

Giuseppe Ostuni Wall Sconce, Italy, circa 1953

By O-Luce, Giuseppe Ostuni

Located in Woudrichem, NL

Giuseppe Ostuni wall sconce with a white perforated conic shade and brass details, Italy, circa

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

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Mid-Century Modern Brass & Aluminum Wall Sconces manner of Stilnovo, Italy

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Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier

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Our updated Meander Reader light with leather wrapped flexible arm and a larger cone shade and new upward angle feature. Bulb can be fully recessed. Comes with suggested LED bulb. ...

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Pair of Articulated Sconce Mid-Century Modern Solid Brass Black and White

$923 / item

H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 33.86 in

Pair of Articulated Sconce Mid-Century Modern Solid Brass Black and White

By Stilnovo, Arredoluce, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

This exquisite sconce is a nod to the timeless pieces crafted by mid-century modern Italian studios Arteluce and Stilnovo in the 1950s, but with a unique and distinctive design that ...

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Stingray Chandelier Brass by 101 Copenhagen

Located in Geneve, CH

Stingray chandelier brass by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions: L 152 cm x W 121 cm x H 70 cm Materials: Brass Lampshade & Ceiling cup: 100...

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$3,812 / item

H 17.72 in Dm 55.91 in

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By Diego Giacometti, Silvio Piattelli

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

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Located in Pound Ridge, NY

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$5,000 / set

H 31 in Dm 20 in

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H 13 in W 5 in D 6 in

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Materials

Brass

Pair of Beige Modern Italian Wall Lights "Maxina" Vintage Design Moderne

$714 / item

H 4.73 in W 10.63 in D 11.82 in

Pair of Beige Modern Italian Wall Lights "Maxina" Vintage Design Moderne

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Pair of modern Italian sconces "Maxina" in beige half moon shape made by our Italian craftsman in the style of Stilnovo's work. Wall plate and arm in solid brass, lampshade adjustabl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Brass, Metal

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Up Down Wall Sconce For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal up down wall sconce for your home. Each up down wall sconce for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and aluminum. If you’re shopping for an up down wall sconce, we have 17 options in-stock, while there are 14 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect up down wall sconce — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An up down wall sconce made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made up down wall sconce over the years, but those crafted by DUNLIN, Artemide and Flos are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Up Down Wall Sconce?

The average selling price for an up down wall sconce at 1stDibs is $2,003, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $284,668 for the highest priced.

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.

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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.