$1,250 / set
H 10 in W 6.25 in D 8.875 in
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak, brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.0"H x 6.25"W x 8.875"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches):...
Brass
$2,800 / set
H 11.55 in W 3.75 in D 5.8 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, metal and glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Tarnish on middle plate underside (on one). Other one is bent so the bottom tip is slightly ...
Metal, Brass
1960s Gold Leaf Demilune Wall Sconce Pair
By Stilnovo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Atomic Modern Gold Leaf Demilune Wall Sconce Pair Material Metal Shade with Gold Leaf 9 D x 15.38 w x 5 H Preowned original vintage condition. Refer to all images.
Metal, Gold Leaf
Copper Louis Poulsen PH4/5 Wall Lights Circa 1970s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Copper Louis Poulsen PH4/5 Wall Lights Circa 1970s - Price is per light - Solid copper shade and body - Takes E27 fitting bulbs - Suitable for use outside - Designed by Poul Henning...
Copper
Vintage Pair of Solid Brass Wall-Mount Sconces.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Crafted for enduring quality, these solid brass sconces offer both sturdiness and elegance. Each accommodates two lights and boasts exquisite detailing, ideal for wall installation.
Brass
$2,400 / set
H 11.5 in W 3.1 in D 5.25 in
Jacques Biny, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, France, 1950s
By Jacques Biny
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and black-lacquered metal "Zodiac" wall lights designed by Jacques Biny and produced by Lita, France, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina. Wear consistent with age and use. ...
Metal, Brass
Sciolari Wall Lamp 2 Lights Murano Italy 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Very beautiful wall lamp from the sciolari house designated and produced in Italy in the 1970s. Wall lamp in gilded metal composed of 2 crystals in frosted murano glass. Rare design ...
Crystal
Pair of Wall Lights in Pine, Norway, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Sculptural wall lamps in pine with shades in fabric. Designed by Alf Sture and made in Norway from cirka 1960 second half. Both lamps are fully working and in good vintage condition....
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Bent Karlby, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, metal and white opaline glass wall lights designed by Bent Karlby and produced by Lyfa, Denmark, 1950s. Moderate oxidation present throughout brass. Overall Dimens...
Metal, Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Textured Glass, Brass, Wall Lights, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Stamford, CT
Carl Fagerlund, Textured Glass, Brass, Wall Lights, Sweden, 1960s Pair of textured glass wall lights designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Sweden c. 1960s. Each fixture has one...
Glass
A pair of Large antique French candle wall lights
Located in Eindhoven, NL
A very impressive and large pair of antique wall sconces, each with 5 candle arms. Decorated with patinated foliage and gilt lily flowers.
Metal
8 vintage metal and plastic wall lights circa 1980
Located in Mouscron, WHT
8 vintage metal and plastic wall lights circa 1980 price is for one 8 are available
Metal
Peil & Putzer wall lamp sconce , 1970’s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Delft, NL
Peil & Putzer wall lamp sconce , 1970’s Dimensions: 14 cm Depth , 24cm Width, 23cm Height Condition: good Material: Metal , Glass
Glass
Pair of large wall lights by Valentí – Barcelona 1960
By Valenti
Located in Girona, Girona
Pair of large wall lights, in polished brass with refurbished lampshades in black fabric and gold interior. ‘Candles’ supporting the original painted wooden sockets. Casa Valenti. ...
Brass
Pair of Antique French Silver Wall Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Add a touch of antique elegance to your home with this pair of silver wall sconces. These hardwired sconces, reclaimed from France, are sure to add a touch of vintage charm to any ro...
Bronze
$2,356 / set
H 9.85 in W 19.69 in D 10.63 in
Set Four Elegant Vintage Palmette wall Lights - smoked glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
Set Luxury and GENUINE Murano Glass four sconces. 100% HAND MADE IN MURANO. The appliques are made by 9 Murano handmade smoked palmette glass, for each one, in a Solid metal frame go...
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Jean Touret Cockerel Wall Lights for Ateliers de Marolles
By Jean Touret
Located in Hastings, GB
An incredible and very rare pair of large opposing cockerel wall lights, attributed to Jean Touret for Ateliers de Marolles, 1950's France. Beautifully hand crafted in iron, fully g...
Metal
$3,900 / set
H 8 in W 12.37 in D 7.75 in
Sonja Katzin, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, ASEA, Sweden, 1940s
By Sonja Katzin, ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and fabric wall light designed by Sonja Katzin and produced by ASEA, Sweden, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.0"H x 12.37"W x 7.75"D Backplate Dimensions (inches...
Brass
Pair of French Ceramic and Toleware Gilded Wall Lights
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A pair of French ceramic and toleware gilded wall lights These are very pretty pair of wall lights, the toleware sconces are decorated with small ceramic flowers and curled gilt l...
Ceramic
$2,200 / item
H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 12.6 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Wall Lights in Patinated Copper
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, wall lights ‘Tratten’, copper, Sweden, 1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson designed this wall light 'Tratten', which is crafted fro...
Copper
$2,200 / item
H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 12.6 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Wall Lights in Patinated Copper
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, wall lights ‘Tratten’, copper, Sweden, 1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson designed this wall light 'Tratten', which is crafted fro...
Copper
Pair of Murano Glass Black Ball Wall Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Murano Glass Black Ball Wall Sconces. Perfect for today's modern designs that also fits into traditional designs. 8w x 4.5d x 16h
Brass
Pair of small 1960s Brutalist bronze wall sconces
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1960s, in a Gothic Brutalist style. Solid patinated brass structure, custom-made shades. Highly original and sculptural design. Excellent vintag...
Brass
$2,167Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 47.25 in W 7.49 in D 38.19 in
Vintage Wall Sconces, Bruno Gecchelin for Skipper, 1970s
By Bruno Gecchelin, Skipper
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
The lamps can be easily used both as wall sconces and ceiling lights. Condition: serviced and refinished, in excellent working order.
Metal, Enamel, Chrome, Steel
E.A.E., Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1950s
By EAE
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass and black-lacquered metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Metal shade presents with light loss of color to black paint. Brass stem ...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Anglo Indian Cobra Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of vintage Anglo Indian cobra or snake wall sconces crafted in brass with etched floral and geometric designs highlighted in black enamel and having an overall bronze l...
Brass
Pair of Brass Badari Heritage Wall Sconces
Located in London, GB
Introducing an exquisite pair of Badari Heritage sconces, crafted from solid, high-quality brass to bring a touch of opulence and grandeur to any space. Each sconce boasts five elega...
Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Wood, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of green-lacquered wood, brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Very light oxidation present throughout brass. Very light staini...
Brass
Pair of German 1960s Space Age Wall Lights
Located in New York, NY
An original pair of 1960s German sconces composed of chrome bodies and thick cut crystal glass. Newly wired.
Crystal, Chrome
Pair of French Alabaster & Bronze Wall Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Enhance your home decor with this elegant pair of French Alabaster and Bronze Sconces. Crafted from high-quality bronze and alabaster, these wall sconces add a touch of sophisticatio...
Alabaster, Bronze
Pair of French "High Style" 1980s Wall Lights
Located in New York, NY
A great pair of large 1980s French handcrafted blow resin sconces with bronze fittings and a satin brass fixture. Rewired. Two light sources each.
Brass
$1,397Sale Price / set|64% Off
H 16.5 in W 8.5 in D 5 in
Large Pair of Austrian Crystal Kinkeldey Wall Lights
By Kinkeldey
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful pair of large 1960s Austrian crystal sconces composed of a white enamel fixture and chrome fittings holding rectangular crystals. Rewired.
Crystal, Chrome, Enamel
19thc Gustavian Cut Cascading Crystal Wall Sconce
Located in Opa Locka, FL
19thc Gustavian Bronze Cut Crystal Cascading Waterfall Form Wall Sconce. This sconce is in its original unelectrified state.
Bronze
19th century French Brass Candle Wall Sconce Candelabra
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th century French Brass Candle Wall Sconce Candelabra This is a large French 5 candle wall sconce, the sconce is decorated with crystal lustres suspended on wirework supports in ...
Crystal, Brass
Teak and Acrylic Wall Sconces by Luxus
By Luxus of Sweden
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Wall sconces made of an L shaped teak backplate that also support a cylindrical acrylic shade, diffusing the light of one light bulb. Thanks to a notch in the backplate, these can a...
Acrylic, Teak
$318 / item
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Satin Frosted Glass Vintage Flexible Arm Clamp Spot Lights Sconces
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wall light spot down lighter with clamp Satin, frosted glass, transparent shade Gooseneck arm adjustable in angle. Clamp size 15,5 cm. Weight: 2.20 kg / 4.9 lb Priced per individu...
Brass, Iron
$1,500 / set
H 10.63 in W 4.34 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Scandinavian Mid-Century Wall Lights, Norway, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Sculptural and highly decorative pair of wall lights in brass and powder-coated metal frame. Designed and made in Norway, circa 1950s. Each light is fitted with one E27 bulb (suitabl...
Metal, Brass
$1,850 / item
H 11.23 in W 20.28 in D 10.83 in
1970s Wall Lights in Silver-Colored Metal & Blown Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall lights, coated brass, coated aluminum, blown glass, Europe, 1970s Elegant-designed wall lights from Europe, dating back to the 1970s. Its clean and understated structure exudes...
Aluminum, Brass
Pair of Maison Bagues Vintage "Bird" Wall Sconces
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine Pair of Vintage Maison Bagues "Birds" Wall Sconces, iron & crystal. France, circa 1940. 2 lights each.
Crystal, Iron
Pair of Murano Clear and Orange Glass Wall Lights, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of beautiful wall lights, manufactured in the Mid Century, circa 1970 (end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s).
Brass
$918 / set
H 3.94 in W 14.97 in D 2.37 in
Pair of Art Deco Chrome and Glass Wall Lights, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Elegant pair of Art Deco wall lights produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1930s.
Metal, Chrome
1980s 22 Brass Plated Wall Sconces, USA
By Maison Charles, Lightolier
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Elegant brass plated wall sconces that where dismantle from a chic hotel. See picture with fixture mounted on mirror Well made with prime quality material and great attention to de...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of French Art Deco wall sconces in great condition. In clear frosted glass shades in a feather design held by matching golden, bronze brackets with old patina . Sconces have b...
Bronze
Trio of Mid century Spanish gilt metal wall lights
Located in Malton, GB
These are a fabulous set of three mid century Spanish wall lights. They show the typical medieval styling prevalent in Spanish mid century design. The overall condition is very good ...
Metal
$2,200 / set
H 10.8 in W 12 in D 5.75 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Acrylic, Fabric, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, acrylic and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 11.25"H x 11.75"W x 5.5"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inche...
Brass
$2,600 / set
H 12.5 in W 3.25 in D 5 in
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Wood, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted wood, brass and white opaline glass designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina brass. Minor scratches on painted wood. Wear consistent with age and u...
Brass
Set of 2 Mountain Wall Lights from Perriand, 1950s
Located in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, FR
Set of 2 Mountain Wall Lights from Perriand, 1950s Vintage Design Pair of mountain wall lights, Perriand 1950s style arcs. Functional elements without globe, from a chalet. *The cab...
Metal
$1,460 / set
H 8.67 in W 13 in D 6.7 in
Mid-Century Rattan and Brass Wall Lights, Austria, 1950s 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
These Mid-Century wall lights were designed and manufactured in Austria in the 1950s to 1960s.
Brass
$1,800
H 14.25 in W 12.5 in D 7.75 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, black-lacquered metal and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Brand new lampshades. Wear and losses to black lacquer. Overall Dime...
Metal, Brass
Pair Antique Wrought Iron Wall Lights, Circa 1910-1920.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of antique wrought iron wall lights, circa 1910-1920.
Wrought Iron
$3,600 / set
H 16.75 in W 8.5 in D 4.5 in
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of red-lacquered metal, brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Oxidation present to brass on both wall lights Loss of red lacque...
Metal, Brass
$3,400 / set
H 10.5 in W 9.5 in D 4.25 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, metal and etched gilded glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Sockets and arms present with light oxidation, metal stripe on shades present w...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Space Age Bubble Glass Wall Lights, 1970s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Pair of Space Age Bubble Glass Wall Lights, 1970s The lamps are executed with each 1x E27 Edison screw fit bulbs. It is in working condition. It runs both on 110 / 230 volt. The us...
Metal
$1,900 / set
H 17 in W 4 in D 9.25 in
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, glass and black-painted metal wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 17.0"H x 4.0"W x 9.25"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inc...
Brass
Mid-Century Rattan Wall Sconce, Italy, circa 1960s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Charming mid-century Italian rattan wall sconce, circa 1960s. Handwoven natural rattan forms a warm cylindrical drum with elegant looped motifs, softly diffusing light through a tran...
Rattan
Pair of Italian Wall Sconces, Murano, 1970s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Budapest, HU
Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 10 glass petals (transparent crystal, smooth outside, with crystal powder and then rough inside) in a chrome frame.
Metal
$2,800 / set
H 14.5 in W 3.5 in D 5.75 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and yellow-tinted glass wall lights designed and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, c. 1960s. Oxidation present to brass Wear consistent with age an...
Brass
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