Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white opaline glass wall lights likely designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.0"H x 5.5"W x 8.5"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inch...
Brass
Articulating Diabolo Wall Lights, Rene Mathieu, France 1950s
By Pierre Guariche, Rene Mathieu
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
These mid century wall lights were designed and manufactured in France in the 1950s by René Mathieu.
Aluminum, Brass
Einar Bäckström, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Einar Backstrom
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, off-white bakelite and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 13.0"H x 13.25"W x 7.0"D Back Plate Dimensi...
Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Copper, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of burnished copper and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Brand new lampshades. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 7"H x 13.25"W x 6.0"D Back Pl...
Copper
Pair of Large French 1960s Wall Lights
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful large pair of French wall lamps composed of teak, polished brass, and gun metal enamel bodies with white glass cone shades. Newly rewired each with one candelabra socket.
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 13.0"H x 4.5"W x 6.0"D Back Plate Dimensions ...
Brass
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of orange-lacquered metal and opaline glass wall lights likely designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.75"H x 5.0"W x 6.5"D Back Plate Dim...
Metal
Fischer Leuchten, Wall Lights, Glass, Oak, Germany, 1960s
By Fischer Leuchten
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of Pulegoso glass and oak wall lights produced by Fischer Leuchten, Germany, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 11.125"H x 6.55"W x 2.4"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches):...
Glass, Oak
$1,786Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 5.12 in
Gorgeous Midcentury Brass foliage Wall Sconce
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Lovely mid-century French wall sconce, in gilded metal, with 5 light sources. A wonderfully decorative lamp, which adds wonderful ambiance to any space.
Brass
Pair of neoclassical bronze wall sconces, 1920s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Pair of patinated bronze wall sconces, in the Antique style with an anatomic shape ending as a wave, and imitating oil lamps. France, 1920s.
Bronze
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Lampshades and brass arms show light patina. Brass backplates both have scratches, discolora...
Brass
$3,800 / set
H 14 in W 10.5 in D 5.75 in
Norwegian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Norway, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, acrylic and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Norway, c. 1950s. Oxidation present to brass on both wall lights Wear consistent with age and use Ov...
Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Metal, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of gold-painted metal and white fabric wall lights likely designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Oxidation present to brass throughout both wall lights. Replaced socket...
Metal
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 20.5"H x 10.5"W x 4.5"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3.25"H x 3.25"...
Brass
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Glass, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and Murano glass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 16.0"H x 6.5"W x 3.375"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 2.375"H...
Brass
Björn Svensson, Wall Lights, Brass, Acrylic, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and acrylic wall lights designed by Björn Svensson and produced by Elides, Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 5.75"H x 8.25"W x 6.0"D Back Plate Dimensi...
Brass
Pair of Art Deco Wrought Iron Wall Lights
Located in NANTES, FR
Pair of Art Deco wall lights, circa 1925. Wrought iron frame with pine decoration. Alabaster tulip. Electric, E14 socket. In perfect condition. Total height: 30 cm Width: 34 cm Dept...
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
Steel Wall Sconces, Sweden, c. 1970
Located in New York City, NY
Industrial, impactful sconces made of patinated metal.
Steel
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Italy, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1930s. Moderate oxidation throughout. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 12.75"H x 6.0"W x 13.5"D Back Pl...
Brass
Pair of French Neoclassical Brass Triple Wall Lights
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Pair of French neoclassical brass triple wall lights A very handsome pair of brass wall lights, the lights are in the classical style of a lighted torch Each light has 3 branch...
Brass
$1,400 / set
H 8.25 in W 7.75 in D 4.24 in
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Glass, Plastic, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of glass and plastic wall lights or flush mounts likely designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.25"H x 7.75"W x 4.24"D Back Plate Dimension...
Glass, Plastic
Einar Bäckström, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Einar Backstrom
Located in High Point, NC
An organic two-armed brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced by Einar Bäckström, Malmö, Sweden, 1940s. Brass presents with moderate oxidation throughout. Ove...
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Glass, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Very light chips and scratches present throughout wood. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9...
Glass, Pine
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Chrome, Resin, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of orange plastic resin and chrome-plated metal wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s. Slight scratches present on acrylic Overall Dimensions (Inches): 6.5"H ...
Chrome
French Designer, Wall Lights, Metal, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of green-painted metal, white plastic and fabric wall lights likely designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.5"H x 12"W x 5"D Bulb Specific...
Metal
$2,600 / set
H 16.125 in W 10.875 in D 7 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Metal, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bronze-painted metal and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 16.125"H x 10.875"W x 7"DBulb Specifications: E-1...
Metal
German Designer, Wall Lights, Glass, Metal, Germany, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of glass and metal wall lights designed and produced in Germany, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.65"H x 5.1"W x 3.5"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 8.23"H x 2.75"...
Metal
Fontana Arte Milk Glass Wall Sconces
By Fontana Arte
Located in Montréal, QC
Fontana Arte milk glass wall sconces. 40 watts E-26 Edison medium base incandescent bulb recommended or higher if LED/CFL. Verified E-26 Edison medium base socket. Hard wire.
Art Glass
German Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Germany, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of marbled glass and brass wall lights designed and produced in Germany, c. 1930s. Moderate oxidation present throughout brass. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 12.0"H x 3.5"W x...
Brass
Pair of Carlo Nason wall lights. Italy c1960
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in London, GB
A pair of Carlo Nason wall lights for Mazzega. Italy c1960 Opalescent glass Each light takes 2 x SES E14 light bulb
Brass
1930s Swedish Grace Bronze Wall Sconce
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1930s, Sweden. Featuring a neoclassical relief depicting a nude couple, this piece is designed by Rolf Kjellberg and bears his “RGK” monogram. This piece has been rewired for US usa...
Bronze
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 7.25"H x 4.25"W x 8.75"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3.05"H x 3.12...
Brass
Large French Medallion Shaped Glass Sconce, Three Lights, 1940s
Located in Stamford, CT
Large French medallion shaped mirror back sconce with three lights and glass ball drops. One tiny glass ball is missing from the gilt foliate decoration on back plate. This piece is...
Glass, Mirror
French Designer, Wall Lights, Metal, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of metal and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Light oxidation present throughout metal neck and backplate. Overall Dimensions (Inc...
Metal
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Glass, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of Murano glass and brass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Hairline crack as illustrated, possibly production-related. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 13.0...
Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Moderate oxidation and white paint present throughout the brass necks. Overall Dimens...
Brass
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and Murano glass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Brass presents with moderate oxidation Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.75"H x 8.0"W x 9.0"D B...
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of moulded pine veneer wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.5"H x 9.5"D Bulb Specifications: E-14 (European) Bulbs are not in...
Fabric, Pine
Gaetano Pesce Moonshine wall sconce 1999
By Gaetano Pesce
Located in Naples, FL
Rare wall sconce by Gaetano Pesce Studio, New York. This example was originally hardwired but has been rewired with a plug and switch for more functionality. A functional sculpture t...
Steel
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine and floral-printed fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.5"H x 9.75"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4" Top Di...
Fabric, Pine
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1960s. Light oxidation present throughout brass. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 16.5"H x 13.0"W x 6....
Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Brass presents with light oxidation throughout. Brand new lampshades. Overall Dimensions (...
Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights likely designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Light oxidation present throughout brass. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 14.5"H x 11.4...
Brass
Stilnovo, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, black-lacquered metal and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Moderate oxidation present throughout brass, moderate wear prese...
Metal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Raffia, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine and raffia wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.0"H x 4.375"W x 5.0"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4.375"H x 4.37...
Raffia, Wood, Pine
Pair of Baccarat Wall Lamp 2 Lights, 1990
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
Identical structure and decoration as found on the traditional Zenith wall unit. Baccarat's signature pendant. Two installation options for your wall unit: with or without black lam...
Art Glass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Brass presents with moderate oxidation throughout. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 23.5...
Brass
Large Guillerme et Chambron Wall Sconce
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Large scale torchier sconce by Guillerme et Chambron - France, circa 1940s Oak frame with turquoise ceramic sockets Impressive in design and scale! New linen shade
Ceramic, Oak
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Very light oxidation present throughout brass backplate and socket. Overall Dimension...
Brass
Henri Fernandez Signed Agate and Brass Wall Lights
By Henri Fernandez
Located in Hastings, GB
An incredible pair of extremely rare wall lights, hand crafted and signed by the artist and sculptor Henri Fernandez. Drawing inspiration from the natural world and re-imagining them...
Agate, Brass
$2,200 / set
H 7.25 in W 10.75 in D 3.75 in
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Metal, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of embroidery fabric and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (Inches): 7.25"H x 10.75"W x 3.75"D...
Metal
Disderot, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, France, 1950s
By Disderot
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, black-lacquered metal and white opaline glass wall lights produced by Disderot, France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.0"H x 3.375"W x 4.375"D Back Plat...
Metal, Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.8"H x 4.875"W x 5.0"DBack Plate Dimensions (Inches): 7.0"H x 4.875"W...
Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, red-colored and white opaline glass wall lights likely designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.5"H x 3.5"W x 6.5"D Back Plate Dim...
Brass
Lorentzons, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, Norway, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black-lacquered metal, brass and white opaline glass wall lights produced by Lorentzons, Norway, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 14.5"H x 4.25"W x 6.0"D Back Plate...
Metal, Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and beige glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 7.7"H x 4.5"W x 9.3"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3.125"H x ...
Brass
$1,116 / set
H 10.63 in W 10.63 in D 2.96 in
Set of Two red Ceramic Fat Lava Wall Lights by Hustadt Lights Germany 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light sconce set of two. Producer: Hustadt Lights, Germany.
Metal
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