Rodolfo Bonetto "Tortue" Sconce, Opaline Murano Glass, Italy, 1970s
By Candle, Rodolfo Bonetto
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rodolfo Bonetto for Candle "Tortue" sconce. Designed and made in Italy in 1970s. Opaline Murano glass, plastic, metal. Takes 1 Edison bulb. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. P...
Metal
Mid-Century Adjustable Head Brass Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-Century Adjustable Head Brass Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany Elegant rare high quality wall lamps.
Brass
Rodolfo Bonetto for Candle "Tortue" sconces, Italy circa 1970s
By Candle, Rodolfo Bonetto
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rodolfo Bonetto for Candle "Tortue" sconce. Designed and made in Italy in 1970s. Opaline Murano glass, plastic, metal. Takes 1 Edison bulb. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. P...
Metal
Extremely Rare & Lovely Mid Century Modern Perforated Brass Sconce Germany 1960s
By Paavo Tynell, Hans Bergström, Bünte und Remmler, Boréns Borås, Bertil Brisborg
Located in München, BY
Extremely rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern perforated brass sconce. Designed & manufactured probably in Germany, 1960s. Suitable for either hard-wired or plug...
Aluminum, Brass
Extremely Rare & Lovely Mid Century Modern Perforated Brass Sconce Germany 1960s
By Paavo Tynell, Hans Bergström, Bünte und Remmler, Boréns Borås, Bertil Brisborg
Located in München, BY
Extremely rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern perforated brass sconce. Designed & manufactured probably in Germany, 1960s. Suitable for either hard-wired or plug-...
Brass, Aluminum
Industrial Grey Scissor Wall Lamp, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial adjustable scissor wall lamp was produced in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The lamp has an aluminium shade with chrome plated top a grey iron scisso...
Aluminum, Chrome, Iron
Rodolfo Bonetto for Candle "Tortue" sconces, Italy circa 1970s
By Candle, Rodolfo Bonetto
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rodolfo Bonetto for Candle "Tortue" sconce. Designed and made in Italy in 1970s. Opaline Murano glass, plastic, metal. Takes 1 Edison bulb. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. P...
Metal
Industrial Black Enamel Scissor Wall Lamp, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial adjustable scissor wall lamp was produced in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s. The lamp has a black enamel metal shade with white enamel interior. A gre...
Enamel, Iron
Industrial Midcentury Scissor Wall Lamp, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial scissor wall light was produced in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s. The lamp has a silver metal lampshade with bakelite top. Black iron scissor arm is ...
Iron
Rare & Lovely Mid Century Modern Perforated Brass Sconce Papillon Sweden 1960s
By Hans Bergström, Boréns Borås, Bertil Brisborg
Located in München, BY
Extremely rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern perforated brass sconce with a papillon figure on the shade. Designed & manufactured probably in Sweden, 1960s. Sui...
Brass, Metal
Danish Designer Articulating Brass Wall Light, Denmark 1940s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Designer Articulating Brass Wall Light, Denmark 1940s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern adjustable brass wall light designed and manufactured in Denmark in the 1940s. Mounted ...
Brass
Industrial Black Enamel Scissor Wall Lamp, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial adjustable scissor wall lamp was produced in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s. The lamp has a black enamel metal shade with white enamel interior. A whi...
Enamel, Iron
Industrial Black Enamel Scissor Wall Lamp, 1930s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial adjustable scissor wall lamp was produced in Germany during the 1930s. The lamp has a black enamel metal shade with white enamel interior. A black iron scisso...
Enamel, Iron
Mid-Century Adjustable Head And Arm Brass Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-Century Adjustable Head And Arm Brass Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany Elegant rare high quality wall lamps.
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and moulded pine veneer wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Minor chips along edges of shade fixture’s wood details; smooth, matte vintage wood finish. Ove...
Pine
Italian Art Nouveau Glass and Brass Moon Wall Light, 1920s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Italian Art Nouveau Glass and Brass Moon Wall Light, 1920s. Wonderful Italian wall sconce dating from the 1920s.
Brass
Green Industrial Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage adjustable gooseneck industrial scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The lamp has a brown bakelite lampshade. A l...
Iron
Vintage Nordic Modern Floral Scone Model EY 35 in Brass Glass, Itsu 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
A mid-century modern floral wall lamp model EY 35 by Itsu from the 1950s. The lamp features a round base with a branch like arm and three perforated brass leaves nesting a white opal...
Brass
Industrial Black Enamel Scissor Wall Lamp, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage adjustable Industrial scissor wall lamp was produced in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s. The lamp has a black enamel metal shade with white enamel interior. Grey ...
Enamel, Iron
Industrial Black Enamel Scissor Wall Lamp, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial adjustable scissor wall lamp was produced in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s. The lamp has a black enamel metal shade with white enamel interior. Grey ...
Enamel, Iron
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with light wear consistent with age and use. Patina and wear ...
Brass
$2,528Sale Price / set|20% Off
Henri Mathieu Twirling Aluminum Modern Wall Lights, 1970s
By Henri Mathieu
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stunning pair of shiny shell shaped aluminum futuristic Space Age wall sconces by French designer Henri Mathieu in the early 1970s.
Metal, Aluminum
Grey Painted Industrial Scissor Wall Lamp, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial adjustable gooseneck grey scissor wall light was made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It has a metal lampshade with rotary switch. The iron scissor...
Iron
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dramatic patina on brass. Wear consistent with vintage age and use. Replaced lamps...
Brass
Brass & Fabric Articulating Wall Light, Sweden 1940s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
Swedish design wall light, 1940s The light features an extendable, articulated arm with ornate scrollwork in a dark bronze antique brass finish, paired with a classic bell-shaped cr...
Brass
Schwenkomat Wall Lamp from Swisslamps International, 1970s
By Swisslamps International AG
Located in Hamburg, DE
Flexible wall lamp from Swisslamps in brass. A classic design of high flexibility and materiality. The name refers to the flexible execution of the arm. The swivel arm can be brough...
Metal
Adjustable Oak and Wicker Wall Lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
By Drevopodnik Holesov
Located in Praha, CZ
An original adjustable wooden wall light designed and produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1970s by Dřevopodnik Holešov, bearing the original manufacturer’s label. Crafted from soli...
Wicker, Oak
Grey Industrial Gooseneck Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial adjustable gooseneck grey scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala Dečín in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The lamp has a metal lampshade. T...
Iron
$1,207Sale Price|20% Off
Large Swedish Modern Pine Wood Fan Wall Light, 1970s
By Uno Kristiansson, Solbackens Svarveri, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Luxus of Sweden, Markslöjd
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Wired for EU and US use with a Scandinavian plug. Beautiful vintage condition. Sweden, 1970s.
Wood, Pine
Danish Model Glasplattelampet Glass Sconce by Per Lütken for Holmegaard, 1970s
By Per Lütken
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant wall lamp from the Danish manufacturer Holmegaard based on a design by Per Lütken from the 70s. A classic design in a traditional design language. The diffuser is a curved, l...
Metal
1930s Bauhaus Tubular Wall Light, Chrome & Glass, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Original tubular wall light crafted in Czechoslovakia in the 1930s, featuring a glass tube and chrome-plated metal structure. Fully rewired, it uses 1 x E26 or E27 bulb, is compatibl...
Metal, Chrome
Pine & Fabric Wall Lights, Sweden 1960s to 1970s
By Solbackens Svarveri
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
Swedish Mid-Century Design Wall Lights, 1960s to 1970s The sconces feature intricately turned Swedish pine wood backplates and arms, showcasing a warm, natural finish that highlight...
Fabric, Pine
Grey Industrial Gooseneck Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial adjustable gooseneck grey scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala Dečín in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The lamp has a metal lampshade. T...
Iron
Grey Industrial Gooseneck Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial adjustable gooseneck grey scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala Dečín in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It has a metal lampshade. The iro...
Iron
Grey Industrial Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage adjustable gooseneck industrial scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The lamp has a dark brown bakelite lampshade...
Iron
Grey Industrial Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage adjustable gooseneck industrial scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The lamp has a dark brown bakelite lampshade...
Iron
Grey Industrial Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage adjustable gooseneck industrial scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The lamp has a dark brown bakelite shade wit...
Iron
Grey Industrial Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial grey scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala Dečín in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It has a metal lampshade. The iron scissor arm is exte...
Iron
Grey Industrial Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial adjustable gooseneck grey scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala Dečín in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It has a metal lampshade. The iro...
Iron
Grey Industrial Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial adjustable gooseneck grey scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala Dečín in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It has a metal lampshade. The iro...
Iron
Grey Industrial Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial adjustable gooseneck grey scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala Dečín in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It has a metal lampshade. The iro...
Iron
Grey Industrial Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial grey scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala Dečín in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It has a metal lampshade. The iron scissor arm is exte...
Iron
Mid-Century German Minimalist Wall Lamp from Cosack
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist Mid Century wall light from cosack. A very straightforward and filigree design. The cuboid body made of painted metal sheet is open at the bottom. On the front and back si...
Metal
Mid-Century Swivel Mounted Cantilever Wall Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid Century wall lamp with swiveling arm. The cantilevered arm is made of wood and is pivotably mounted in the wall base. The cable is routed in a groove on the top. The cable runs ...
Metal
Mid-Century German Wall Lamp from Cosack, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid Century wall lamp from Cosack. These designs are often incorrectly attributed to Louis Kalff. A filigree design. The finely executed light shade shows a bag shape. The actual sh...
Metal
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Copper, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A copper, brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with vintage age and normal use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.75"H x 11.5"W...
Brass, Copper
Elegant Mid Century Brass Sconce with Candle Holder by Boréns Borås Sweden 1970s
By Paavo Tynell, Boréns Borås
Located in München, BY
Rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern brass sconce with candle holder. Designed & manufactured by Boréns Borås, Sweden, 1970s. Manufacturer label reverse. Suitable ...
Brass
Lyktan Belysning, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1980s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass and floral-printed fabric wall lights produced by Lyktan Belysning, Sweden, c. 1980s. Vintage fabric in fair condition. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.25...
Brass
Rare Mid Century Modern Sconce by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for AB Markaryd 1950s
By AB Markaryd, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in München, BY
Rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern sconce or wall fixture. Designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for AB Markaryd, Sweden, 1950s.
Brass
UNO KRISTIANSSON Wall Lamps, Pine Luxus, 1970s, Scandinavian Modern, Signed Pair
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Västra Frölunda, SE
Updated with new grounded plugs (two-prong, not European flat type). Details: • Signed and marked by the designers • Original pine construction • Pair of wall lamps • Designed for L...
Pine
Wall light CP-1 by Charlotte Perriand, 1980s, France
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A timeless modernist wall light designed by Charlotte Perriand. The CP-1 features a minimal black metal construction with a clever adjustable front plate that allows you to control t...
Metal
Grey Industrial Gooseneck Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial adjustable gooseneck grey scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala Dečín in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It has a metal lampshade. The iro...
Iron
Grey Industrial Gooseneck Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial adjustable gooseneck grey scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala Dečín in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It has a metal lampshade. The iro...
Iron
Dark Grey Industrial Scissor Wall Lamp from Elektroinstala, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial adjustable gooseneck grey scissor wall light was produced by Elektroinstala Dečín in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It has a metal lampshade. The iro...
Iron
Set of Two Spherical Sconces Model 232/G by Gino Sarfatti fo Arteluce Italy 1961
By Gino Sarfatti, Flos, Gio Ponti, Joe Colombo, Arteluce
Located in München, BY
They can be hard-wired or plugged in. The sconces are checked, cleaned and suitable for use in the USA.
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-Century Wall Lamp by Kamenicky Senov, 1960's
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage table lamp or bedside lamp. Can also be used as wall lamp. Produced by famous Kamenicky Senov Glassworks in former Czechoslovakia in the 1960s. Bulb: 1 x E14. US plug adapt...
Brass
Mid-Century German Minimalist Wall Lamp from Cosack, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid Century wall lamp from Cosack in chrome and black. A minimalist design. The light head shows a simple radiant form with cylindrical elements. It can be individually aligned via ...
Metal
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Teak, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak, brass and yellow beige fabric cord wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric shades. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 11.125” H x 4” W x 4.7...
Brass
Kaare Klint 306 Adjustable Wall & Table Lamp, Brass & Bakelite, Denmark 1950s
By Kaare Klint, Le Klint
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
The original Kaare Klint Wall and table lamp 306 "Kiplamp". This vintage wall & desk light was designed by Kaare Klint for Le Klint in Denmark. First produced in the 1940s this ...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Telescopic Brass Wall Light with Fabric Shade
Located in Long Island City, NY
Telescopic extendable brass wall lamp. Made in Sweden in 1940s Original fabric shade. The shortest length is 23 inches Longest - 38 inches Designed as plug-in with the cord. Complime...
Brass
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