$2,009 / set
H 20.87 in W 20.48 in D 4.34 in
Pair of Sculptural Wall Sconces – French Artist, 1980snches
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
An unique pair of 1980s French sculptural wall sconces, crafted from natural chestnut branches selected for their organic lines and expressive character.
Wood
Set of 4 Vintage Wall Lights Italian Design, 1970s
Located in Marseille, FR
Series of 4 vintage wall lights, 1970s, Italian design. Additional information: Material: opaline Style: Vintage 1970.
Opaline Glass
$1,200 / set
H 15.75 in W 10.5 in D 4.5 in
Palladio, Italian Neoclassical, Giltwood, Silver Leaf, Wall Lights, Italy, 1974
By Palladio
Located in Stamford, CT
Palladio, Italian Neoclassical, Giltwood, Silver Leaf, Wall Lights or Sconces, Italy, 1974 Pair of silver and gold leaf wall lights designed and produced by Palladio in Italy, 1974.
Silver Leaf
Leleu Art Deco Pair of Wall Sconces
By Jules Leleu
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Travail Francais, 1940s wall sconces attributed to Leleu. In nickeled bronze with cut-crystal elements. (Two pairs are available.) Height: 6 1/3”, width: 8 2/3”.
Crystal, Bronze
Genet et Michon Art Deco Wall Sconces
By Gênet et Michon
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Large pair of one-armed Art Deco wall sconces with bronze bases surmounted by golf-ball shaped frosted glass shades by Genet et Michon, circa 1930.
Bronze
Pair of English Victorian Waterford Crystal Wall Sconces
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of English Victorian Waterford crystal wall sconces with single scroll arms and mismatched crystals (cannot be wired).
Crystal
$3,500 / set
H 9 in W 10.75 in D 5.25 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Copper, Fabric, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, copper and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 9” H x 10.75” W x 5.25” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 4.75” ...
Brass, Copper
$5,600 / set
H 18.5 in W 13.75 in D 7 in
Guglielmo Ulrich Attribution, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Italy, 1940s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and fabric wall lights attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, Italy, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 18.5” H x 13.75” W x 7“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4.5” ...
Brass
Pair of Wall-Sconces by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Pair of highly decorative French wall-sconces designed for Maison Jansen in the 1940s, in brushed steel with frosted glass shades. Shades may be different from the ones pictured.
Steel
$1,500 / set
H 8 in W 4.25 in D 8.25 in
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Bakelite, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, bakelite and fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8” H x 4.25” W x 8.25” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches): N/A...
Brass
$2,200 / set
H 8.5 in W 2 in D 3.75 in
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, teak and fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8” H x 2” W x 3.75” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches): N/A Bulb ...
Brass
$1,900 / set
H 7.25 in W 3.25 in D 5.25 in
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, teak and glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 7.25” H x 3.25 ” W x 5.25“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 7”...
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Sonata' Wall Lights in Glass and Brass
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, 'Sonata' wall lights, brass, glass, Sweden, 1960s Elegant wall lights designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. This classic lamp ...
Brass
Single French Art Deco Octopus Wall Sconce
Located in Long Island City, NY
A single French Art Deco wall sconce with multi-dimensional intertwining flower facade motif and decorative triangular sides in bronze. Flat frosted glass panel encased within the mo...
Bronze
R. Lalique "Poitou" Art Deco Wall Sconce
By René Lalique
Located in Bridgewater, CT
A single French Art Deco "Poitou" wall sconce by René Lalique, in clear and frosted molded glass, from circa 1935. Ref. "R. Lalique Catalogue Raisonne" by Felix Marcilhac, fig. 2066.
Glass
20th Century, Pietro Chiesa Pair of Wall Lights 40s
By Pietro Chiesa
Located in Turin, Turin
After an apprenticeship with the glassmaker Giannotti Pietro Chiesa opened his own glass workshop in 1921. In the early 1920s he participated in the Monza Biennale, the Venice Bienna...
Crystal, Brass
Bo Paulsson, Wall Lights, Moulded Pine-Veneer, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of moulded pine-veneer wall lights, designed and produced by Bo Paulsson, Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions: 9" H x 6" W x 5" D Bulb Specifications: E-14 Bulb Number of So...
Pine
$1,063 / item
H 9.06 in W 3.94 in D 3.55 in
Several Ribbled Frosted Glass Brass Wall Lights Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s). This wall light features lights m...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Large Brass Gilt Wall Sconces
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A pair of large 16" brass gilt wall sconces, the sconces are two-arm branch styles with a foliage motif. Nice larger size measuring 16"-inches high x 10 1/2"-inches wide x 6 1/2"-inc...
Brass
$2,900 / set
H 5 in W 8 in D 4.75 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Copper, Mirror, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper, pink mirror glass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 5” H x 8” W x 4.75 “D Back Plate Dimension...
Copper
$2,200 / set
H 14.125 in W 6 in D 5.75 in
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Oak, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, glass and oak wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.125” H x 6” W x 5.75“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 9.875...
Brass
$2,900 / set
H 15.25 in W 10.25 in D 5.25 in
Austrian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Metal, Austria, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, cream white-lacquered metal and beige fabric wall lights designed and produced in Austria, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 15.25 ” H x 10.25” W x 5.25“D Ba...
Brass
$2,325 / set
H 15.75 in W 13.39 in D 5.12 in
Pair of Jugendstil Brass Wall Lights Pink Flower, France 1930
Located in Rijssen, NL
A set of beautiful Jugendstil brass wall lights, manufactured in France In the 20th century. The pink glass in the shape of a flower creates a beautiful ambiance. The frame is made o...
Brass
$1,167 / item
H 19.3 in W 2.76 in D 3.15 in
Several Tube Smoked Glass Wall Lights by Kaiser Leuchten, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 4 beautiful Tube Smoked Glass Wall Light by Kaiser Leuchten, 1970s. The textured glass gives a wonderful glow. The smoked glass is mounted on a brass colored back plate with...
Glass
Charlotte Perriand Large CP-1 Wall Lights, France 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare large scale, enameled wall lights by Charlotte Perriand with adjustable steel reflectors in black enameled finish with two sockets each. Made in the 1960s. Optional horizontal o...
Steel
$3,400 / set
H 11.25 in W 4.125 in D 6.5 in
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, metal, and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.25” H x 4.125” W x 6.5“D Back Plate Dimensions (In...
Metal, Brass
$1,718 / set
H 17.72 in W 16.93 in D 13.78 in
Antique Pair French Silver Plated Wall Lights Appliques 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fine antique pair of French Baroque revival silver-plated wall lights circa 1900. They feature shaped shield backs decorated with acanthus leaves, 'S' scrolls lattice cen...
Silver Plate
Pair Brass Opaline Glass Wall Sconces, Finland, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of brass and glass wall lights, Finland, 1950s. Clean lines design from the Scandinavian Modern period, opaline glass shades in cream color.
Brass
Pair Of Large Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Wall Lights
Located in Kent, Dover
A pair of large French, Louis XVI style gilt bronze, twin branch wall lights with swags and ribbons.
Bronze
$2,375 / set
H 13.39 in W 4.34 in D 3.94 in
Italian Gio Ponti Style Wall Lights Golden Brass, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
A pair of charming golden wall lights with two arms made of brass and enamel, designed in the style of Gio Ponti in Italy in the 1950s.
Brass, Enamel
Pair of Antique Italian Brass Floral Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of antique neoclassical Italian one light wall sconces crafted in brass hammered into dramatic floral forms with brass arms, metal acanthus leaves, candle cups and bobe...
Brass
Pair of Antique French Style Verdigris Wall Sconces
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of Hollywood Regency and French Country designs wall sconces that are salvaged estate items that have been modernized for safety, they are highly desirable to interior designers...
Brass
A Pair of Kalmar Clear Brass Glass Wall Lights, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful wall light featuring multiple long crystal clear glass "triete" prism-rods, with gold details and back plate. Illuminates beautifully. A high-end piece. Cleaned and well-w...
Glass
Muller Frères Pair of Art Deco Wall Sconces
By Muller Frères
Located in NANTES, FR
Pair of Art Deco wall sconces, circa 1925. Wrought iron frame. Glass shades signed Muller Frères.
Wrought Iron
60s 70s Doria Wall Sconce wall lamp Space Age 60s design
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s Doria Wall Sconce wall lamp Space Age 60s design Object: wall lamp Manufacturer: Doria Condition: good Age: around 1960-1970 Dimensions: Height = 21cm Depth = 12cm Widt...
Metal
Pair of Brass Bowl Wall Lights by Florian Schulz, 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of high quality solid brass wall lights in the style of Florian Schulz, Germany 1970. The stylish and clean elegance of this lamp suits many environment, from mid century to Ho...
Metal, Brass
Pair of large polished metal wall sconces. 1970s
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of large cylindrical wall sconces, made of polished metal and decorated with sea urchins. French craftsmanship from the 1970s. Dimensions: H 61 x W 36 x D 19 cm Reference: LS...
Metal
60's 70's Brutalist Wall Lamp Iron & Glass Wall Sconce
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60's 70's Brutalist Wall Lamp Iron & Glass Wall Sconce Object: wall lamp Manufacturer: Condition: good - vintage Age: around 1960-1970 Dimensions: Height= 48cm Width = 38.5cm D...
Iron
Paul Laszlo, Large Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of large brass and white-lacquered wall lights designed by Paul Laszlo and produced for the Goldwaters Department Store, USA, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.5” H x 1...
Metal, Brass
$3,900 / set
H 11.5 in W 14 in D 9.25 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1970s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of two-armed brass and yellow-coloured glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.5” H x 14” W x 9.25” D Back Plate Dimensions ...
Brass
Pair of Textured Ice Glass Gold Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s). This wall light features lights m...
Gold
Pair of Patinated Wrought Iron Wall Lights, circa 1970
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Magnificent pair of wall lights. Wrought iron with antique bronze patina. Handcrafted, unique objects. In the spirit of the Anglo-Saxon Arts & Crafts / Mission movements, France, 1...
Wrought Iron
Pair of J.T. Kalmar 'Tulipan' Wall Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of J.T. Kalmar 'Tulipan' wall sconces. Hanging rows of hand blown glass mounted on enameled harware containing five lights.
Blown Glass
1 of the 2 Stunning Ceramic Wall Lights, Denmark, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the Two spectacular circular ceramic wall lights, with beautiful accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. A unique and playful set, real statement pieces in the room. ...
Ceramic
Pair of French 1940s Terracotta Wall Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French 1940s painted terracotta wall lights in the Rustic tradition with a naturally distressed patina. Can be wired to specification.
$3,900 / set
H 8.1 in W 8 in D 5.25 in
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, black-lacquered metal and opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.1” H x 8” W x 5.25” D Back Plate Dimension...
Metal, Brass
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, metal and opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 9” H x 3” W x 5” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 2.75” H ...
Metal, Brass
$3,200 / set
H 13.75 in W 4 in D 7 in
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, black-lacquered metal and opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 13.75” H x 4” W x 7” D Back Plate Dimensio...
Metal, Brass
$841Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 13.78 in W 16.93 in D 8.27 in
Pair of Vintage Murano Wall Sconce, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
1970s pair of vintage Italian Murano wall lights - Mazzega - trasparent lattimo glass Pair of Italian vintage Murano wall lights made by 10 glass leaves for each applique in a chrom...
Metal
$1,900 / set
H 11.75 in W 8 in D 9.25 in
Swedish Designer, Freeform Wall Lights, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of freeform pine and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.75” H x 8” W x 9.25” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches): N...
Fabric, Pine
Pair of "cocoon" wall lights, resin and pine, Italy, 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Very beautiful pair of "cocoon" wall lights designed and produced in italy in the 1970s. Superb manual work of laying resin on a metal structure creating the effect of a cocoon. The ...
Resin, Pine
A Pair of Louis XVI style Wall Sconces
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine Pair of Louis XVI style Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces. Exquisite Detail. Original Gilding. France, circe 1900. Two Pair Available. Dimensions: Height 26" Width 17" Projection: 7...
Bronze
1920’s French Bagues Silver Leaf Large Sconces with Three Lights
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1920’s French silvered metal Large Bagues sconces with 3 lights, crystal body and flowers
Crystal, Metal
Italian Reggiani 1970s Chrome Sculptural Wall Sconces
By Gioffredo Reggiani
Located in Paris, FR
A pair of Italian vintage sconces by Goffredo Reggiani from the 1970s, featuring sculptural chrome tubes arranged in a bold geometric design. These vintage fixtures bring a futuristi...
Metal, Chrome
Max Ingrand Fontana Arte 2441 Wall Sconce
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in New York, NY
Opaque glass, chiseled glass, chrome plated brass Model 2441 table lamp by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte. This style allows for multiple variations, within context. They have been ...
Stainless Steel
$2,300 / set
H 8.25 in W 4.75 in D 6.75 in
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Oak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak, brass and opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.25” H x 4.75” W x 6.75” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches)...
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, glass and teak wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.25” H x 2.85” W x 5.5” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 3.9” H...
Brass
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