Set Four Italian Wall Sconces, Murano, 1990s
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Four sconces 100% HAND MADE IN MURANO. The appliques are made by 9 Murano handmade pink palmette glass, for each one, in a Solid metal frame gold painted and brass. Period: 1970’s / ...
Metal
Large German Modernist Wall Lamp Sconce
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
One of ... large opaline glass and brass wall light by Florian Schulz. Germany. Lamp sockets: 2x E27 (US E26).
Brass
Four Carlo Nason Wall Sconces for Leucos
By Carlo Nason, Leucos
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Elegant wall sconces designed by Carlo Nason for Leucos feature a characteristic smooth and curvy overall design, providing excellent light diffusion. The gentle blue tint adds a hue...
Aluminum
Pair of 1920's Caldwell Silver Plated 3 Lights Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell 3 lights sconces with grapes and acorns desing on backplate
Bronze
Large CP-1 Wall Lights by Charlotte Perriand, 1960
By Steph Simon, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare large scale, enameled wall lights by Charlotte Perriand with adjustable reflectors in black enameled finish with two sockets each, optional horizontal or vertical mount, manufac...
Metal
$2,693 / set
H 27.56 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in
Pair '2' French Wall Appliques / Wall Sconces, Early 20th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair (2) French wall appliques / wall sconces, early 20th century The shaft of the column is chiselled in bronze and crowned by plastic, classicistic ribbons. 2 light arms each, e...
Bronze
$1,635
H 14.18 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in
Emil Stejnar Vintage Wall Sconce / Wall Lamp Snowball, 50s / 60s
Located in Berlin, DE
Emil Stejnar vintage wall sconce / wall lamp Snowball 50s / 60s Two-armed light arms, brass gold / white, electrified. The Viennese designer Emil Stejnar is known for his lightin...
Metal
Brutalist Bronze Wall Sconce by Larry Lubow
By Larry Lubow
Located in Hudson, NY
Gorgeous handmade single sconce by American Artisan Larry LeBeau. Created the 1980s, this fantastically heavy, textured bronze sconce is statement piece.
Bronze
60s 70s Brutalist Wall Sconce Iron & Glass Wall Lamp Design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s Brutalist wall lamp sconce iron & glass wall lamp 60s 70s Object: wall lamp Manufacturer: Condition: good Age: around 1960-1970 Dimensions: 50cm x 24cm ...
Metal, Iron
$3,946 / set
H 22 in W 13 in D 22 in
A Large Pair of Entrance Door Wall Lights, Wall Lanterns 2 wonderful pieces
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Large Pair of Entrance Door Wall Lights, Wall Lanterns 2 wonderful pieces, the iron shades have been glazed with blue diffused glass, the lights are in good and sound condition, h...
Iron
$748 / set
H 9 in W 9 in D 5 in
A pair of French Brass Twin Wall Lights The lights are in the classical style
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A pair of French Brass Twin Wall Lights The lights are in the classical style, hung with crystal lustres, they are in brass with an age darkened patina Each light has 2 branches wi...
Brass
$2,352 / set
H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 15.36 in
Stilnovo signed Adjustable Metal Wall Lights, 1950, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Argelato, BO
Stilnovo Mid-Century signed Metal Adjustable wall lamp, 1950s. A truly comfortable and refined pair of wall lamps, perfect for use at the edge of the bed or in a study to adjust the...
Metal
1950s Murano Huge 3 Lights Green Grape Sconces Roses Rare
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 3 lights each, sitting in a basket of green Murano small grape drops. Will be rewired with certified UL US sockets for the USA and certified sockets for other countries and r...
Murano Glass
White Glass and Brass Ornate Flower Wall Sconces
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of high-end wall sconces from Sweden. Each wall fixture features a brass base with an opaque white glass element.
Opaline Glass
$3,500 / item
H 41.5 in W 24 in D 18 in
Monumental Mermaid/ Sirens Wall Mounted Lights - 3 Available, FRANCE
Located in North Miami, FL
This is a monumental Art Deco style French white carved cement mermaid or siren wall lights. Each has the original black velvet semi-circular shade with gold foil interiors. Double...
Cement, Chrome
French Designer, Wall Lights, Acrylic, Brass, Silk, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, acrylic and pink silk wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.5"H x 12.0"W x 6.5"D ...
Brass
1960 Pair of bronze wall lights for Maison Arlus
By Felix Agostini
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1960 Pair of bronze wall lights for Maison Arlus Comprising a rectangular wall bracket supporting an arm that tapers to a point at the bottom. At the top, the arm flares out to form ...
Bronze
Golden Wheat Sheaf Pair of Wall Sconces
Located in Paris, FR
Dramatically Chic, golden and elegant pair of wall sconces in Gilt metal representing foliage wheat sheaf, beautiful patina, France 1960's. These wall lamps will add lots of sofist...
Metal
Art Deco Mjolby Intarsia Wall Sconces
By Mjölby Intarsia
Located in New York, NY
A whimsical pair of sconces created for candlelight. Always intrigued by the good life; in southern Europe, the Swedes liked portraying happy musicians in costume. The theme of the d...
Jacaranda
Abo Randers, Wall Lights, Brass, Paper, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and pink paper wall light produced by Abo Randers, Denmark, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.625” H x 9.875” W x 11.875“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 5.125”...
Brass
Set of Six Waved Metal Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Elegant set of six wall sconces made of a single folded metal sheet holding two lights per sconce.
Metal
$4,626 / set
H 37.8 in W 20.08 in D 13.78 in
Large pair of carved and gilded Baroque style wall lights
Located in London, GB
Stunning large pair of carved gilded wooden wall sconces, wall lights in the Baroque style. There are two pieces of carved wood missing but otherwise in good condition.
Giltwood
Vintage Set of Four Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Fabulous set of four wall sconces in the manner of Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg (Germany) circa 1970 or late 1960s. Each fixture uses an amber glass diffuser formed into a bri...
Metal
Pair of Large Plaster Seahorse Wall Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible pair of large seahorse sconces from France, 1950s. Unique sculptural plaster form with a textured finish. Newly rewired with new custom brass backplates. Original plaster ...
Brass
$2,900 / set
H 9.5 in W 18 in D 10 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Acrylic, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, acrylic and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.5"H x 18.0"W x 10....
Brass
$2,400 / set
H 8.5 in W 5.85 in D 7 in
Helena Tynell Attribution, Wall Lights, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1960s
By Helena Tynell
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass wall light produced by Ivars, Sweden, c. 1960s. Design attributed to Helena Tynell. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.5"H x 5.85"W...
Brass
Pair of Empire Style Bronze Wall Lights, Quiver Model
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of Empire style wall lights is made of bronze. It represents a Quiver. This is a French work. Circa 1880
Bronze
Art Deco Style Glass and Brass Wall lights, Italy 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Art deco style brass and glass wall lights. Manufactured in Italy around 1970. With their clean modernist lines and beautiful attention to detail, these sconces would be a winning ad...
Brass
Signed P. Mas Rossi Naturalistic Gold Leaf Wall Lights
Located in Hastings, GB
An absolutely outstanding and very rare pair of large Italian brass leaf wall lights by the renowned sculptor and designer P. Mas.Rossi The decorative opaque glass globe shades each ...
Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Ceramic, Brass, Fabric, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of gold, red-glazed ceramic, brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.5...
Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, green-lacquered metal and gilded glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Moderate patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall D...
Metal, Brass
Pair of wall lights by R. Lunel Circa 1950
By R. Lunel
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of brass wall lights, oval shade. French work circa 1950 by Maison Lunel. Perfect condition.
Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Ceramic, Brass, Fabric, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pink-glazed ceramic, brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.0"H x...
Brass
Large 60's Wall light/Sconce
Located in New York, NY
A large silver six light wall/ceiling light.
Metal
$1,400Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 6 in W 7.25 in D 5 in
Pair French Lunel 1960s Mid-Century Wall Lights
By Maison Lunel
Located in New York, NY
An original pair of French 1960s sconces composed of golden polished brass and black enamel fixtures with cut crystal glass shades. Made by the lighting company Lunel. Rewired with t...
Brass, Enamel
rare set of 2 artists wall sconces
Located in Munich, DE
amazing pair of wall sconces. handmade by an unknown artist.
Concrete, Iron
Large Citrus Wall Lights from Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 26cm Width , 40cm Height , 12cm Depth Condition: Good Material: Metal , glass
Metal
Appliqué à volet wall sconces (sold individually)
By Philips
Located in Montréal, QC
Appliqué à volets wall sconces by Massive/Philips. Enameled aluminium. 40 watts max E-14 European bulb recommended or higher if LED/CFL. MULTIPLE COLORS, SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. Please ...
Enamel, Steel
$2,800 / set
H 11 in W 16.5 in D 7.5 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, green-lacquered metal and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Moderate patina on brass. Wear consistent with vintage age and use. O...
Metal, Brass
$1,900
H 17.5 in W 3.75 in D 4.25 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Acrylic, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black acrylic, brass, metal and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dim...
Brass
$2,800 / set
H 10.75 in W 16.25 in D 5.25 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Copper, Glass, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper, glass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.75"H x 16.25"W x 5...
Copper
Pair of Italian Bronze Wall Sconces, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sockets: 4 x E14 per sconce Condition: Good vintage condition, functional wiring Sold as: Set of 2 Italian bronze wall lights, mid-century Italian sconces, 1970s lighting, neoclassi...
Bronze
Christophe Gevers: GE20 wall sconces, brass +/- 1975
By Christophe Gevers
Located in Zemst, BE
A set of 2 wall sconces by Christophe Gevers. Gevers (1928-2007) was one of belgian greatest post-war minimalistic designers. He created lightings, furniture and complete interiors. ...
Brass, Iron
Pair of Bronze Wall Lights by Riccardo Scarpa
By Riccardo Scarpa
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Rare pair of bronze sconces designed by Riccardo Scarpa French sculptor 1950's.
Bronze
$4,800
H 19.75 in W 11 in D 8 in
Hans Bergström Attribution, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Hans Bergström
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights attributed to Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, c. 1950s. Compare with model "333". Wear consistent with age and use. Overall ...
Brass
$4,400 / set
H 17.75 in W 14.5 in D 10 in
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, glass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina on brass consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 17....
Brass
$1,600 / set
H 13 in W 3.25 in D 5.5 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Acrylic, Metal, Brass, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of white acrylic, brass and black-lacquered metal wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1960s. Moderate patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Variable...
Metal, Brass
Gilded Metal and Crystal Wall Sconces, Banci
By Banci Firenze
Located in Munich, DE
Very unusual wall scones gilded metal and crystal. With original shades.
Glass
Pair of wall sconces Stilnovo - Italy 1950s.
By Stilnovo
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of wall sconces with brass frames and Zeiss glass diffusers. Manufactured by Stilnovo in the 1950s. Manufacturer's mark present. Very good condition
Brass
$2,400
H 10.75 in W 10.75 in D 5 in
Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Plastic, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, white plastic and fabric wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Moderate patina on brass. Some stains on plastic consistent with age and use. Ove...
Brass
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, black-lacquered metal and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Moderate patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall D...
Metal, Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Acrylic, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, acrylic and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina on brass, including some tarnish spots. Wear consistent with age an...
Brass
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of green, red-lacquered metal, brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina and surface scratches consistent with age a...
Metal, Brass
$2,800 / set
H 10.5 in W 11.5 in D 5.5 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Copper, Mirror, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper, etched mirror and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Moderate patina on copper. Light oxidation to mirrors. Wear consistent with...
Copper
$1,300Sale Price|50% Off
H 10.5 in W 7.5 in D 3.5 in
German 1960s Space Age Hillebrand Glass Wall Lights
By Hillebrand
Located in New York, NY
A great pair of 1960s thick textured glass sconces with chrome fittings by the lighting company, Hillebrand. Rewired.
Chrome
$9,034Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 14.57 in D 7.49 in
Set Six Venetian Wall Sconces, Murano, 1980s
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
The shape of this sconce is spiral. The glasses are transparent. Period:1980's Dimensions: 31,50 inches height (80 cm); 14,60 inches width (37 cm); 7,50 inches depth from the wall (1...
Metal
Mid-20th Century Wall Lights - Kalmar - Set of 4
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A refined set of four mid-20th century wall lights by Austrian maker Kalmar, showcasing a beautiful combination of gilt metal frames and hand-crafted Murano glass shades. The sculptu...
Metal
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