How do you hang wall shelves on the wall?

Typically, the best way to hang wall shelves on a wall is through the studs. The studs are the strong vertical beams that form the frames of walls. You can locate them using a tool called a stud finder. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wall shelves.

What are modular walls?

Modular walls are free-standing outdoor wall systems made from posts and panels. These walls are commonly used as residential fencing, acoustic barriers or even retaining walls.

What are wall pockets?

Wall pockets are decorative wall décor made out of porcelain, pottery or glass. The decorations feature hollow interiors and flat backs, allowing you to hang them on the wall and use them as a planter or storage container. Shop a variety of wall pockets on 1stDibs.

What is a wall bracket?

A wall bracket is a support that projects from a wall to hold something, like a shelf.

What is a wall hanger?

A wall hanger is a type of tapestry or decoration hung directly on a wall. There is a broad range of wall decorations on 1stDibs for sale.

What is a wall frieze?

A wall frieze is a patterned or ornate band that extends around the room's perimeter. During the Victorian era, it became fashionable to integrate a frieze in interior design rather than as an exterior adornment. Friezes are frequently close to the top of the wall and help to balance a room by making an especially tall wall appear shorter. Shop a collection of antique and vintage wall friezes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.

What are the panels on walls called?

What the panels used to decorate walls are called depends on their design. Generally, the panels go by the name wainscoting. Beadboard is one of the most common types and features vertical grooves along its surface. Shop a range of antique and vintage wall panels on 1stDibs.

What are the types of wall covering?

The most popular types of wallcoverings include wallpaper, paint, tiles and wood paneling. Of those four, paint is probably the go-to because it’s quite easy to do.

What is a regulator wall clock?

A regulator wall clock is a wall-mounted clock invented in the late 18th century. These types of clocks are weight-driven, regulated by a swinging pendulum.

What is giclée wall art?

Giclée wall art is a type of museum-quality art print. Producing giclée prints involves spraying tiny drops of highly pigmented ink onto paper or canvas. The end result is a high-resolution image that helps to preserve the texture and color of original works of art. On 1stDibs, find a range of giclée wall art.

How does a wall barometer work?

The Barometer is a scientific instrument used to measure air pressure in a certain environment. The barometer has a flattened metal cylinder that looks like a silver disc inside its construction, which is filled with a partial vacuum. As the pressure in the air increases, the disc gets crushed and as air pressure decreases the disc expands. This movement of the disc is transformed into the reading of the black barometer needle under the glass.

What is a pottery wall pocket?

A pottery wall pocket is a hanging piece of pottery meant to hold anything, from papers to flowers. The most collectable are vintage pockets meant for housing plants, usually ceramic to keep the water in. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique pottery wall pockets from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is a plug in wall sconce?

A plug-in wall sconce is perfect for upgrading the lighting of the room without investing in hardwired fixtures. It can be easily mounted on a wall without having to call an electrician for rewiring purposes. This sconce will amazingly blend with traditional as well as contemporary décor. Shop a range of antique and vintage plug-in wall sconces on 1stDibs.

What is a fabric wall hanging called?

A tapestry is a fabric wall hanging typically seen as a work of art. Sometimes they have more functional uses, such as room dividers or curtains. Many tapestries are woven works of art, but others can be sewn pieces of fabric like quilts. Shop a collection of tapestries from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is Japanese wall art called?

What Japanese wall art is called depends on its type. There are numerous kinds of Japanese paintings and prints, including nihonga and ukiyo-e. A Japanese wall scroll is known as a kakejiku or kakemono. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese wall art.

What is a woven wall hanging called?

Woven wall hangings are normally called tapestries. Tapestry is a form of textile art, traditionally woven by hand on a loom. Tapestry is weft-faced weaving, in which all the warp threads are hidden in the completed work, unlike most woven textiles, where both the warp and the weft threads may be visible. Find a collection of antique and vintage woven wall hangings on 1stDibs today.

Can you attach a room divider to the wall?

Yes, you can attach a room divider to a wall using nails or adhesive. However, making holes or using strong chemical glues may damage some room divider materials. If you do choose to anchor a divider, use care when removing it in the future. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of room dividers.

Which brand of wall clock is best?

There is no single best brand of wall clock. When choosing a wall clock, consider the size, style and whether it requires electricity or a battery. On 1stDibs, find a variety of wall clocks from creators like Pragotron, Gents of Leicester and others.

What are Egyptian wall paintings called?

Egyptian wall paintings are called reliefs, which refers to sculptures that are a part of the wall or structure. Egyptians carved reliefs into the walls of their temples and tombs, and generally painted them. Shop a selection of Egyptian designs from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

How do I mount elk antlers on a wall?

To hang antlers on a wall, you will either need to mount them on an upholstered board or use specially designed hardware. Seek the help of an experienced taxidermist to avoid damaging the antlers. On 1stDibs, find a collection of taxidermy.

Wall Are

Pool Tile

Moss Sofa

White Ceramic Wall Light

Mid Century Modern Wall Sculpture

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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Wall Mirrors 'Saturn' Vintage Style 'Glass Frame'

H 4.34 in. Dm 7.88 in.

Pair of Wall Lamps "Quarto" Model Designed by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1970s

By Flos, Tobia Scarpa

Located in taranto, IT

pair of Flos wall lamps, "quarter" model, designed by Tobia Scarpa, chrome version It measures 40

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Vintage 1970s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Pair of Wall Lamps "Quarto" Model Designed by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1970s

H 8.27 in. W 15.75 in. D 7.09 in.

Pair of Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Walnut and Giltwood Mirrors

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A very elegant pair of Italian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. walnut and giltwood mirrors. Each has a rich and warm walnut veneered frame. The three mirror plates are separated...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors

Materials

Walnut, Giltwood

Pair of Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Walnut and Giltwood Mirrors

H 60.75 in. W 62 in. D 3.25 in.

Italian 18th Century Louis XVI Period Giltwood Trumeau

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional and finely carved Italian 18th century Louis XVI period giltwood Trumeau. The rectangular shaped patinated blue panel is highly decorated with a column on each side em...

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Giltwood

Italian 18th Century Louis XVI Period Giltwood Trumeau

H 103 in. W 58 in. D 3.5 in.

Italian Late 18th Century Louis XV St. Giltwood Mirror from Naples

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A sensational Italian late 18th century Louis XV st. giltwood mirror from Naples. The original central mirror plate is framed within an elegant mottled beaded border with finely deta...

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Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XV Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Italian Late 18th Century Louis XV St. Giltwood Mirror from Naples

H 88.75 in. W 43 in. D 7.5 in.

Planette Wall 12 Alabaster Wall Light by Contain

Located in Geneve, CH

Planette wall 12 alabaster wall light by Contain. Dimensions: D 10 x H 20 cm . Materials

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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Planette Wall 12 Alabaster Wall Light by Contain

H 7.88 in. Dm 3.94 in.

Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A brass and rattan wall light designed and produced by a Danish Designer, Denmark, 1940s

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s

H 10 in. W 7 in. D 20.75 in.

Ultrafragola Mirror/Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova, Italy

By Poltronova, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Milan, Italy

The Ultrafragola mirror / lamp with its sinuous shape, evocative of a wavy female hair, belongs to the Gray Furniture series, a complete bedroom and living room, designed by Ettore S...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Ultrafragola Mirror/Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova, Italy

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H 76.78 in. W 39.38 in. D 5.12 in.

Two Hooks by Hertha Baller 1950s in the Style of Auböck

By Herta Baller

Located in Wien, AT

Two hooks by Hertha Baller 1950s in the style of Auböck Two are available, priced and sold per piece. Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Brackets

Materials

Brass

Two Hooks by Hertha Baller 1950s in the Style of Auböck

H 6.7 in. W 1.58 in. D 4.34 in.

Hiremio Garcia Santaolaya Abstract Painting, Cuban American Artist

By Hiremio Garcia Santaolaya

Located in Miami, FL

Hiremio Garcia Santaolaya abstract painting, Cuban American artist Offered for sale is an original abstract figurative acrylic painting on paper by Cuban American artist Hiremio Gar...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Materials

Glass, Plastic, Acrylic, Paper

Hiremio Garcia Santaolaya Abstract Painting, Cuban American Artist

H 17.36 in. W 14.5 in. D .75 in.

Empire Style Wall Sconce in Bronze with Five Light Points, Vintage Lighting

Located in Bastogne, BE

Incredibly beautiful five-arm bronze wall lamp imitates classic candelabra. The design of the

Category

20th Century Empire Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Empire Style Wall Sconce in Bronze with Five Light Points, Vintage Lighting

H 22.84 in. W 14.18 in. D 7.88 in.

Bakery Tile Mural in Pure Clay and Fine Ceramic

Located in Baldock, GB

Beautiful tile mural with the "Bakery" motif finely painted. Quantity: 12 tiles Tile mural size: 17.7" H X 23.6" W (45 cm X 60 cm) Tile size: 5.9" H X 5.9" W (15 cm X 15 cm) Origin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Ceramic

Bakery Tile Mural in Pure Clay and Fine Ceramic

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H 17.7 in. W 23.6 in. D 0.19 in.

16 Foot Tapestry by Joyce Evans and Dovecot Studios 1965

By Dovecot Studios, Joyce Conwy Evans, The Edinburgh Tapestry Co.

Located in South Charleston, WV

modernist wall tapestries to be found working with some of the most noted Mid-Century artists of the 20th

Category

Vintage 1960s Scottish Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

16 Foot Tapestry by Joyce Evans and Dovecot Studios 1965

H 94 in. W 199 in. D 1 in.

Silk #12 Wall Light by Margaux Leycuras

Located in Geneve, CH

Silk #12 wall light by Margaux Leycuras One of a Kind, Signed and numbered. Dimensions: Ø51, H58 cm

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Stoneware

Silk #12 Wall Light by Margaux Leycuras

H 22.84 in. Dm 20.08 in.

Silk #8 Wall Light by Margaux Leycuras

Located in Geneve, CH

Silk #8 wall light by Margaux Leycuras One of a Kind, Signed and numbered Dimensions: Ø39 x H 45

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Stoneware

Silk #8 Wall Light by Margaux Leycuras

H 17.72 in. Dm 15.36 in.

Silk #12 Wall Light by Margaux Leycuras

Located in Geneve, CH

Silk #12 wall light by Margaux Leycuras One of a Kind, Signed and numbered. Dimensions: Ø51, H58

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Stoneware

Silk #12 Wall Light by Margaux Leycuras

H 22.84 in. Dm 20.08 in.

Isamu Noguchi 45D Ceiling Lamp

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

The Isamu Noguchi 45D ceiling lamp is a masterpiece of lighting that combines minimalist elegance and modern functionality. Designed by the famous artist and designer Isamu Noguchi i...

Category

1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Isamu Noguchi 45D Ceiling Lamp

H 17.72 in. Dm 17.72 in.

Koilos Wall Light by Lisa Allegra

Located in Geneve, CH

Koilos wall light by Lisa Allegra Dimensions: W 32 x D 14 x H 22 cm Materials: Clay Born in

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2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Clay

Koilos Wall Light by Lisa Allegra

H 8.67 in. W 12.6 in. D 5.52 in.

Vintage Moth I (Wall Piece/Dish (hand-painted)

By Melanie Sherman

Located in Kansas City, MO

Melanie Sherman Vintage Moth I (Wall Piece/Dish (handpainted) Porcelain, Glaze, Overglaze

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Melanie Sherman
Vintage Moth I (Wall Piece/Dish (hand-painted), 2022

H 4.25 in. W 6.25 in. D 0.5 in.

Artemide Lineaflat Dimmable Mini Dual Light in White by NA Design

By NA Design, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

Wall or ceiling mounted luminaire for direct, indirect or direct/indirect lighting. Extruded

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide Lineaflat Dimmable Mini Dual Light in White by NA Design

H 12.52 in. W 5.01 in. D 1.97 in.

Lovely Brass Wall Lamp Pair by Hans Bergström for Atelje Lyktan, Sweden, 1960s

By Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan

Located in Stockholm, SE

A great pair of brass wall lamps designed by Hans Bergström for Atelje Lyktan, Sweden in the 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Lovely Brass Wall Lamp Pair by Hans Bergström for Atelje Lyktan, Sweden, 1960s

H 6.3 in. Dm 8.67 in.

Nuvol Simple Wall Light by Contain

Located in Geneve, CH

Nuvol simple wall light by Contain. Dimensions: D 10 x H 11 cm Materials: brass structure and

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Nuvol Simple Wall Light by Contain

H 4.34 in. Dm 3.94 in.

Mid-Century Modern Rare Georg Petersens Selectform Danish Wall Unit Lucite Wood

By Georg Petersens

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is an utterly outstanding, three bay wall unit, with several compartments

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Lucite, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Rare Georg Petersens Selectform Danish Wall Unit Lucite Wood

H 83 in. W 102 in. D 19 in.

Baccarat Clear Crystal Wall Light Mille Nuits Modern Design by Mathias

By Baccarat

Located in Brescia, IT

This crystal wall unit is a prime example of the finest Baccarat craftsmanship. The collection

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

Baccarat Clear Crystal Wall Light Mille Nuits Modern Design by Mathias

H 13.78 in. W 14.18 in. D 9.85 in.

Jud Wall Lamp by Draga & Aurel

By Draga & Aurel

Located in Geneve, CH

Jud wall lamp by Draga & Aurel Dimensions: W 23, D 10, H 131 Materials: Resin and brass All our

Category

2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Jud Wall Lamp by Draga & Aurel

H 51.58 in. W 9.06 in. D 3.94 in.

Robert McGregor Oil on Canvas, Figures at the Shore

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Signed and dated 1878 lower left. Children and other figures gather kindling at the shore. Sea side landscape with gray-green grasses and the sandy shore at the gray water's edge. Th...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Georgian Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Robert McGregor Oil on Canvas, Figures at the Shore

H 28 in. W 44 in. D 3 in.

Black Horizontal Frame Minimal Contemporary Mirror with Movable Oak Shelf, USA

By Felicia Ferrone

Located in Chicago, IL

This minimal contemporary mirror is perfectly suited for an entryway, bedroom, or bathroom, the abstract modern frame mirror reduces the object to its most minimal form. The movable ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Steel

Black Horizontal Frame Minimal Contemporary Mirror with Movable Oak Shelf, USA

H 30 in. W 48 in. D 5 in.

Uzbek Silk Hand Embroidered Bed Cover, Decorative Suzani Wall Hanging

Located in Philadelphia, PA

, Uzbek women working together in groups and produced a wide range of amazing embroidered textiles, wall

Category

Late 20th Century Uzbek Suzani Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Uzbek Silk Hand Embroidered Bed Cover, Decorative Suzani Wall Hanging

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H 99.22 in. W 65.75 in. D 0.04 in.

19 c Pair Chinese Hand Painted Black Gold and Silver Lacquered Fold Up Wall Shel

Located in North Miami, FL

This beautiful Chinese export black lacquered pair of shelves is decorated with silver and gold leave images of the story of a Chinese warrior battle. Mini sterling sculptures and Ne...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

19 c Pair Chinese Hand Painted Black Gold and Silver Lacquered Fold Up Wall Shel

H 22 in. W 10 in. D 3 in.

Amorph Riva Shelf, Black Lacquer, Wall Mounted

By Amorph Inc.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Amorph Riva shelf, black lacquer, wall mounted. The shelf comes with concealed bracket. Available

Category

2010s American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Amorph Riva Shelf, Black Lacquer, Wall Mounted

H 3 in. W 45 in. D 12 in.

Aubusson Tapestry from the 19th Century, N°1237

Located in Paris, FR

Aubusson tapestry from the 19th century - N°1237 Thanks to our Restoration-Conservation workshop and also Our know-how, we are pleased to present to you works of art in fabric s...

Category

Antique 1880s French Aubusson Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Aubusson Tapestry from the 19th Century, N°1237

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H 69.69 in. W 82.68 in. D 0.4 in.

Large Vintage Venetian Glass Style Mirror Rectangular

Located in Grand Rapids, MI

Italy, 1960s Large Venetian style mirror. Rectangular form - current mounts are for horizontal install, you could mount it vertically by adding another to the back. Would be great o...

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Chrome

Large Vintage Venetian Glass Style Mirror Rectangular

H 32.25 in. W 46.25 in. D 1.5 in.

Amorph Jolie Modern Wall Mounted Mirror Walnut Wood with Montana Stain

By Amorph Inc.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Jolie mirror is made out of solid Walnut wood with unique form. jolie mirror mounts with French clip. Jolie mirror available in different finishes and custom sizes. Amorph is a ...

Category

2010s American Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Amorph Jolie Modern Wall Mounted Mirror Walnut Wood with Montana Stain

H 40 in. W 32 in. D 3 in.

Late-19th Century Gustav Becker / Freiburg Wall Clock with Brass Elements

Located in Opole, PL

Late-19th Century Gustav Becker / Freiburg Wall Clock with Brass Elements We present you a wall

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Late-19th Century Gustav Becker / Freiburg Wall Clock with Brass Elements

H 50.4 in. W 13.78 in. D 6.7 in.

Moroccan Encaustic Cement Tile with Moorish Blue Design

Located in North Hollywood, CA

are not perfect. These tiles can be used indoor or outdoor on the floors or on walls they must be

Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Architectural Elements

Materials

Cement

Moroccan Encaustic Cement Tile with Moorish Blue Design

H 8 in. W 8 in. D 0.7 in.

Moroccan Reclaimed Encaustic Cement Tile with Moorish Fez Design

Located in North Hollywood, CA

outdoor on the floors or on walls they must be sealed after installation. Each Tile is 8 in. x 8in and

Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Architectural Elements

Materials

Cement

Moroccan Reclaimed Encaustic Cement Tile with Moorish Fez Design

H 8 in. W 8 in. D 0.7 in.

2004 Emile Deyrolle 'La Soie (Silk)' Vintage Multicolor, White, Green France

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Worldwide. For Domestic and International shipments alike, we use heavy, thick-walled UPS and FedEx Approved

Category

Early 2000s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Emile Deyrolle
2004 Emile Deyrolle 'La Soie (Silk)' Vintage Multicolor, White, Green France , 2004

H 24 in. W 20 in. D 0.1 in.

1988 Jim Buckels 'Winterset Farm' Contemporary White, Multicolor USA Serigraph

By Jim Buckels

Located in Brooklyn, NY

International shipments alike, we use heavy, thick-walled UPS and FedEx Approved shipping tubes to ship all

Category

1980s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Jim Buckels
1988 Jim Buckels 'Winterset Farm' Contemporary White, Multicolor USA Serigraph, 1988

H 28 in. W 36.5 in. D 0.1 in.

1994 Jim Buckels 'San Remo, New York' Blue USA Serigraph

By Jim Buckels

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Handling: We ship Worldwide. For Domestic and International shipments alike, we use heavy, thick-walled UPS

Category

1990s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Jim Buckels
1994 Jim Buckels 'San Remo, New York' Blue USA Serigraph, 1994

H 40 in. W 26 in. D 0.1 in.

1945 After Emile Deyrolle 'Les Animaux De La Ferme - Les Chevaux' Vintage

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Worldwide. For Domestic and International shipments alike, we use heavy, thick-walled UPS and FedEx Approved

Category

1940s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

1945 After Emile Deyrolle 'Les Animaux De La Ferme - Les Chevaux' Vintage, 1945

H 32.5 in. W 23.75 in. D 0.1 in.

20th Century Set of 8 Authentic Ceramic Tiles Lisa Larson for Gustavson, 1970s

By Lena Larsson

Located in Rijssen, NL

A most unique and unusual piece of wall art by the well-known Swedish Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

20th Century Set of 8 Authentic Ceramic Tiles Lisa Larson for Gustavson, 1970s

H 0.48 in. Dm 8.67 in.

1967 After Reinhoud d'Haese 'Ole' Contemporary Black & White Lithograph

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-walled UPS and FedEx Approved shipping tubes to ship all items that are rollable. For items that cannot

Category

1960s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

1967 After Reinhoud d'Haese 'Ole' Contemporary Black & White Lithograph, 1967

H 10.75 in. W 8.5 in. D 0.1 in.

Vertical Garden Rose Flower Wall, Artificial Greenery, Indoor Use, Italy

By VG design and laboratory department

Located in Quinto di Treviso, Treviso

Flower walls are a luxury trend and a preciousness icon. Our flower designers select each piece

Category

2010s Italian Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Polyester, Wood

Vertical Garden Rose Flower Wall, Artificial Greenery, Indoor Use, Italy

H 3.94 in. W 39.38 in. D 39.38 in.

Runway - large format photograph of iconic airport runway tarmac

By Frank Schott

Located in San Francisco, CA

photographic piers and precursors such as Candida Hofer, Jeff Wall, Gregory Crewdson and Joel Sternfeld

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Color Photography

Materials

Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Archival Pigment, Archival Ink

Frank Schott
Runway - large format photograph of iconic airport runway tarmac, 2006

H 48 in. W 87 in.

Fang Fang -- The Artist's Daughter Portrait

By Zhang Biao

Located in Soquel, CA

. The spatial details are simply restricted to floor space, a nearly immaterial black wall behind the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Prints

Materials

Aquatint, Archival Paper

Zhang Biao
Fang Fang -- The Artist's Daughter Portrait, 2005

H 47.5 in. W 37.75 in. D .33 in.

Charles Levier Painting

By Charles Levier

Located in New York, NY

Charles Levier oil on canvas, original singed. Size unframed 20 x 24, period 1960. Painting is in very good condition. This work embraces his iconic Female figures with hollow eyes c...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Charles Levier Painting

H 30.5 in. W 26.5 in. D 1 in.

Midcentury French Riviera Bamboo and Rattan Rectangular Wall Mirror France 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Roma, IT

Marvellous Côte d'Azur wall mirror in bamboo and rattan. This item was produced in France during

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Rattan, Mirror

Midcentury French Riviera Bamboo and Rattan Rectangular Wall Mirror France 1960s

H 23.63 in. W 19.69 in. D 0.99 in.

Vintage Gold Giltwood Single-Arm Candle Sconces, a Pair

Located in Cordova, SC

Pair of giltwood wall sconces that appear to have been hand carved. All pieces are wooden aside

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Candle Sconces

Materials

Giltwood

Vintage Gold Giltwood Single-Arm Candle Sconces, a Pair

H 8.5 in. W 4 in. D 5 in.

Pair of Italian Venetian Wall Sconces in Blown Murano Glass Venini, 1960s

By Venini

Located in Villaverla, IT

Pair of Italian Venetian wall sconces in blown Murano glass with trihedral elements, attributed to

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Italian Venetian Wall Sconces in Blown Murano Glass Venini, 1960s

H 20.86 in. W 9.84 in. D 5.9 in.

Maison Charles Style Pair of Mid-Century Bronze Clam Shell Wall Lights Sconces

By Maison Charles, Maison Jansen

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Stunning large pair of mid-century wall-mounted sconces in the style of Maison Charles, France

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Maison Charles Style Pair of Mid-Century Bronze Clam Shell Wall Lights Sconces

H 5.52 in. W 9.45 in. D 6.3 in.

Birds, Wall Mirror with Plexiglass, Design Sculpture by Andreas Berlin

By Andreas Berlin

Located in Berlin, DE

Reduced forms create fascinating wall sculptures, a play with translucently, ambient light and

Category

2010s German Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Aluminum, Magnets

Birds, Wall Mirror with Plexiglass, Design Sculpture by Andreas Berlin

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H 4.34 in. Dm 11.03 in.

"Tuxedo" Wall Sconces

By Blueprint Lighting

Located in Stamford, CT

Both French and Italian Mid-Century Modernism strongly influences the "Tuxedo" wall mount sconce

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

Brass, Enamel

"Tuxedo" Wall Sconces

H 16.25 in. W 5 in. D 6.25 in.

Small Renaissance Style Mirror

Located in Sheffield, MA

Small antique silvered mirror has a brown frame to which is applied brown baluster-shaped molding with painted graining and gilt ends. Metal rosettes are attached to the corner wood ...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Renaissance Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Small Renaissance Style Mirror

H 31.25 in. W 25 in. D 1.25 in.

Vintage Two Tone Starburst Midcentury Wall Mirror

By Turner Wall Art

Located in Media, PA

A vintage wall mirror attributed to Turner Wall Accessories. Features a two-tone starburst design

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass

Vintage Two Tone Starburst Midcentury Wall Mirror

H 30 in. Dm 30 in.

Mirrors, Pair of Tall Gold Leaf Mirrors, Designed by Area ID, Mid-Century Design

By Area ID

Located in New York, NY

Mirrors, pair of tall gold leaf mirrors. Pair of decorative gold leaf mirrors. Handcrafted by a local crafts person in the New York area. Based on a 1950s mirror design. We have them...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Gold Leaf

Mirrors, Pair of Tall Gold Leaf Mirrors, Designed by Area ID, Mid-Century Design

H 49 in. W 22.75 in. D 2.5 in.

Tapalpa Handmade Black & Clear Resin Chain Sculpture, in Stock

Located in West Hollywood, CA

bookcase, or hang it on the wall. It's a great piece to fill that empty spot in your mantle that you just

Category

2010s Mexican Industrial Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Epoxy Resin

Tapalpa Handmade Black & Clear Resin Chain Sculpture, in Stock

H 2 in. W 9.5 in. D 9 in.

OPIARY Planted Concrete Wallscape 'Customizable''Price Per Sq Ft'

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This green wall is inspired by the design logic of the natural world and traditional Japanese zen

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Cement

OPIARY Planted Concrete Wallscape 'Customizable''Price Per Sq Ft'

H 2.5 in. W 12 in. D 12 in.

OPIARY Planted Concrete Wallscape 'Customizable''Price Per Sq Ft'

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This green wall is inspired by the design logic of the natural world and traditional Japanese zen

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Cement

OPIARY Planted Concrete Wallscape 'Customizable''Price Per Sq Ft'

H 2.5 in. W 12 in. D 12 in.

Modern Wall Plant Greenwall - Plant Wall - Living Wall Sculpture - Moss Wall

By Pandemic Design Studio

Located in Bridgeport, PA

Node Wall Planter - Greenwall Set Transform your modern home into an epicenter for living wall art

Category

2010s North American Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Wall Plant Greenwall - Plant Wall - Living Wall Sculpture - Moss Wall

H 36 in. W 57 in. D 4.5 in.

Large Italian Mirror with Polished Brass and Enamel Frame

Located in Troy, MI

New, large Italian mirror features a frame with a ridged texture created by alternating brass rods and enameled ivory rods. Polished brass corners. Actual Mirror Size: 40” high x 21...

Category

2010s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Large Italian Mirror with Polished Brass and Enamel Frame

H 48.5 in. W 29.5 in. D 1.5 in.

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Wall Are For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the wall are you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A wall are — often made from paper, metal and glass — can elevate any home. There are 94 variations of the antique or vintage wall are you’re looking for, while we also have 9 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect wall are — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right wall are, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one wall are that is appealing in its simplicity, but Robert E. McGinnis, Daria Petrilli and Mazzega Murano produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Wall Are?

Prices for a wall are start at $255 and top out at $32,000 with the average selling for $2,085.

Questions About Wall Are

How do you hang wall shelves on the wall?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Typically, the best way to hang wall shelves on a wall is through the studs. The studs are the strong vertical beams that form the frames of walls. You can locate them using a tool called a stud finder. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wall shelves.
What are modular walls?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Modular walls are free-standing outdoor wall systems made from posts and panels. These walls are commonly used as residential fencing, acoustic barriers or even retaining walls.
What are wall pockets?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Wall pockets are decorative wall décor made out of porcelain, pottery or glass. The decorations feature hollow interiors and flat backs, allowing you to hang them on the wall and use them as a planter or storage container. Shop a variety of wall pockets on 1stDibs.
What is a wall bracket?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A wall bracket is a support that projects from a wall to hold something, like a shelf.
What is a wall hanger?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A wall hanger is a type of tapestry or decoration hung directly on a wall. There is a broad range of wall decorations on 1stDibs for sale.
What is a wall frieze?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A wall frieze is a patterned or ornate band that extends around the room's perimeter. During the Victorian era, it became fashionable to integrate a frieze in interior design rather than as an exterior adornment. Friezes are frequently close to the top of the wall and help to balance a room by making an especially tall wall appear shorter. Shop a collection of antique and vintage wall friezes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.
What are the panels on walls called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What the panels used to decorate walls are called depends on their design. Generally, the panels go by the name wainscoting. Beadboard is one of the most common types and features vertical grooves along its surface. Shop a range of antique and vintage wall panels on 1stDibs.
What are the types of wall covering?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
The most popular types of wallcoverings include wallpaper, paint, tiles and wood paneling. Of those four, paint is probably the go-to because it’s quite easy to do.
What is a regulator wall clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A regulator wall clock is a wall-mounted clock invented in the late 18th century. These types of clocks are weight-driven, regulated by a swinging pendulum.
What is giclée wall art?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Giclée wall art is a type of museum-quality art print. Producing giclée prints involves spraying tiny drops of highly pigmented ink onto paper or canvas. The end result is a high-resolution image that helps to preserve the texture and color of original works of art. On 1stDibs, find a range of giclée wall art.
How does a wall barometer work?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
The Barometer is a scientific instrument used to measure air pressure in a certain environment. The barometer has a flattened metal cylinder that looks like a silver disc inside its construction, which is filled with a partial vacuum. As the pressure in the air increases, the disc gets crushed and as air pressure decreases the disc expands. This movement of the disc is transformed into the reading of the black barometer needle under the glass.
What is a pottery wall pocket?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A pottery wall pocket is a hanging piece of pottery meant to hold anything, from papers to flowers. The most collectable are vintage pockets meant for housing plants, usually ceramic to keep the water in. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique pottery wall pockets from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is a plug in wall sconce?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A plug-in wall sconce is perfect for upgrading the lighting of the room without investing in hardwired fixtures. It can be easily mounted on a wall without having to call an electrician for rewiring purposes. This sconce will amazingly blend with traditional as well as contemporary décor. Shop a range of antique and vintage plug-in wall sconces on 1stDibs.
What is a fabric wall hanging called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A tapestry is a fabric wall hanging typically seen as a work of art. Sometimes they have more functional uses, such as room dividers or curtains. Many tapestries are woven works of art, but others can be sewn pieces of fabric like quilts. Shop a collection of tapestries from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is Japanese wall art called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What Japanese wall art is called depends on its type. There are numerous kinds of Japanese paintings and prints, including nihonga and ukiyo-e. A Japanese wall scroll is known as a kakejiku or kakemono. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese wall art.
What is a woven wall hanging called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Woven wall hangings are normally called tapestries. Tapestry is a form of textile art, traditionally woven by hand on a loom. Tapestry is weft-faced weaving, in which all the warp threads are hidden in the completed work, unlike most woven textiles, where both the warp and the weft threads may be visible. Find a collection of antique and vintage woven wall hangings on 1stDibs today.
Can you attach a room divider to the wall?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
Yes, you can attach a room divider to a wall using nails or adhesive. However, making holes or using strong chemical glues may damage some room divider materials. If you do choose to anchor a divider, use care when removing it in the future. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of room dividers.
Which brand of wall clock is best?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
There is no single best brand of wall clock. When choosing a wall clock, consider the size, style and whether it requires electricity or a battery. On 1stDibs, find a variety of wall clocks from creators like Pragotron, Gents of Leicester and others.
What are Egyptian wall paintings called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Egyptian wall paintings are called reliefs, which refers to sculptures that are a part of the wall or structure. Egyptians carved reliefs into the walls of their temples and tombs, and generally painted them. Shop a selection of Egyptian designs from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
How do I mount elk antlers on a wall?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To hang antlers on a wall, you will either need to mount them on an upholstered board or use specially designed hardware. Seek the help of an experienced taxidermist to avoid damaging the antlers. On 1stDibs, find a collection of taxidermy.