Reading Wall Lights
to
4
90
29
98
23
Height
to
Width
to
38
42
23
25
23
25
22
24
21
23
21
23
74
7
5
4
3
98
23
4
71
19
1
2
5
46
7
13
3
111
80
36
18
11
87
42
27
27
14
118
105
109
7
5
3
3
2
Sort By
1950s Black Bed Reading / Wall Lights Sconces 'Model 8260' By Falkenberg Sweden.
By Falkenbergs Belysning
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful pair tubular reading lamps / wall lights 'model 8260' in hammered black combined with
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 3.15 in W 8.27 in D 4.73 in
Pair of Brass Plated Adjustable Reading Wall Lights with Swing Arm, Italy 70s
By F. Fabbian, Florian Schulz
Located in Roma, IT
We offer for sale a pair of elegant wall lights with a classic and timeless style.
Made in Italy
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
H 8.27 in W 16.15 in D 6.7 in
Stilnovo Style, Rare Pair of Articulating Sconces, Wall Lights, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Argelato, BO
Stilnovo Style, rare pair of articulating sconces, wall lights, or reading wall lights with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 4.34 in W 8.27 in D 3.35 in
Stilnovo Rare Pair of Articulating Sconces, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Stilnovo rare pair of articulating sconces, wall lights, or reading wall lights with pivoting black
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Metal Reading Wall Lamp
Located in Marbella, ES
Metal Reading Wall Lamp
Category
Late 20th Century English Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Elska Wall Mount Reading Lamps
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The Elska Wall Mount Reading Lamp is a stylish and functional fixture that draws inspiration from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Elska Wall Mount Reading Lamps
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The Elska Wall Mount Reading Lamp is a stylish and functional fixture that draws inspiration from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Multi-Adjustable Robert Sonneman Wall Mounted Orbitor Reading Lamp
By Sonneman Lighting, Robert Sonneman
Located in Paris, FR
Arcing swivel and tilt counter balanced wall mounted task or reading lamp.
Robert Sonneman design
Category
Vintage 1960s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
An Italian 1950s brass and glass telescopic reading wall light
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
An Italian 1950s brass and glass telescopic reading wall light wth green glass shade with circle
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Chapman Mid-Century Articulating Swing Arm Chrome Wall Sconce Reading LIght
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Toledo, OH
Chapman articulating swing arm chrome wall sconce reading light, with a press switch on the socket
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
H 9.75 in W 3.2 in D 6 in
20th Century Gold Italian Brass Adjustable Reading Wall Lamp, Light by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A gold-black, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian reading wall lamp, light made of handcrafted
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
'Solana' Wall Mount Reading Lamp in Walnut, Brass and Enamel, Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce
Located in New York, NY
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light shown in Natural Brass and Perfect White enamel
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Enamel
H 13 in W 5 in D 6 in
'Elska' Wall Mount Reading Lamp in Walnut, Brass & Enamel by Blueprint Lighting
By George Nelson, Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
available--just ask!
The "Elska" wall mount sconce or reading light shown in unlacquered brass and Perfect
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Enamel, Brass
H 16 in W 5 in D 16 in
Molto Wall-Mount Reading Lamp in Bronze and Enameled Mesh by Blueprint Lighting
By Mathieu Matégot, Blueprint Lighting, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
The Molto wall-mount reading lamp or wall sconce is a fresh take on Italian modernism, featuring a
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel, Chrome, Enamel, Bronze, Brass
H 20 in W 8 in D 22 in
Large Perzel 1950s Reading Sconce
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in New York, NY
Jean Perzel (1892-1986)
Rare swing arm reading sconce with enameled metal shade and inner glass
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Mini Cast Brass Reading light
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
cast brass with an antique patina. It tales an E12 LED and makes a perfect reading or art lamp. We have
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Desk or Reading Wall Light Movable Chrome Arm and Black Shade
By BAG Turgi
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Mid-Century Modern desk or reading wall light movable chrome arm and movable black shade.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 19.69 in W 9.06 in D 29.53 in
German reading lamp by Erco, 1950s
By ERCO Leuchten
Located in Delft, NL
German reading lamp by Erco, 1950s
A German reading lamp with adjustable bracket in a brass
Category
Mid-20th Century German Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
A Pair of Ron Rezek Reading Lamps
By Ron Rezek
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An interesting pair of Ron Rezek reading lamps/wall lights. Swiveling head allows light to be
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
Manhattan Reading Lamp in Satin Bronze with Switch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Reading lamp, for use on the bed side or directly on the headboard, it is characterised by a double
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Manhattan Reading Lamp in Satin Bronze without Switch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Reading lamp, for use on the bed side or directly on the headboard, it is characterised by a double
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Manhattan Reading Lamp in Satin Nickel with Switch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Reading lamp, for use on the bed side or directly on the headboard, it is characterised by a double
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Manhattan Reading Lamp in Satin Nickel without Switch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Reading lamp, for use on the bed side or directly on the headboard, it is characterised by a double
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Flexiled Reading Lamp with Ivory Leather Flexible Body
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An iconic Contardi model, Flexiled is available in "STEEL" version and in "LEATHER" version: in the first one the flexible arm is covered with a braided steel mesh, then wrapped in a...
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Flexiled Reading Lamp with Ivory Leather Flexible Body
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An iconic Contardi model, flexiled is available in "STEEL" version and in "LEATHER" version: in the first one the flexible arm is covered with a braided steel mesh, then wrapped in a...
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Flexiled Reading Lamp with Ivory Leather Flexible Body
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An iconic Contardi model, Flexiled is available in "STEEL" version and in "LEATHER" version: in the first one the flexible arm is covered with a braided steel mesh, then wrapped in a...
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Flexiled Reading Lamp with Dark Brown Leather Flexible Body
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An iconic Contardi model, Flexiled is available in "STEEL" version and in "LEATHER" version: in the first one the flexible arm is covered with a braided steel mesh, then wrapped in a...
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
'Monolith' Italian Reading Lamp Brass & Bright Blue Enamel Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in New York, NY
The Monolith sconce or wall-mount reading light with articulating arm and moveable head shown in
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Nickel, Chrome, Enamel, Copper, Bronze
G+T Hard -Wired Reading Lamp with PVD Polished Nickel Base and Diffuser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Innovative reading lamp, born from the idea of a luxury product to meet specific space and
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
G+T Battery Portable Reading Lamp with PVD Polished Nickel Base and Diffuser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Innovative reading lamp, born from the idea of a portable luxury product to meet specific space and
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 33.6 in W 1.3 in D 1.3 in
Large Modern "Ludo" Chandelier in White Enamel and Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
impact lead time and cost slightly. We also make corresponding wall sconces articulated reading lights in
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel
Massive Oval Brass & Enamel Italian Campana Chandelier, Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti, Mathieu Matégot
Located in New York, NY
make corresponding wall sconces/reading lights in this design and can produce this chandelier at
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Aluminum, Brass, Nickel
H 48 in W 88.5 in D 66.25 in
PETITE LUDO Chandelier in White Enamel, Brass by Blueprint Lighting, NYC
By Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
reading lights in this design and can produce this chandelier at practically any size oval or circle
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Nickel, Chrome, Enamel, Bronze, Brass
Jacques Biny wall Reading Lights
By Jacques Biny
Located in Grenoble, FR
A pair of wall Reading Lights
Lita edition France
Category
Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal
Extendable Architects Wall Reading Lamp, Germany, 1960s
Located in Frisco, TX
Extendable Architects wall reading lamp with on/off switch on lampshade. Great classic looking lamp
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper, Iron
Suite Left Reading Lamp in Matte White by Jordi Vilardell & Meritxell Vidal
By Vibia
Located in New York, NY
a wall shelf along with a light, providing users with a useful place to leave day to day objects
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
H 11.82 in W 12.72 in D 6.51 in
Suite Right Reading Lamp in Matte White by Jordi Vilardell & Meritxell Vidal
By Vibia
Located in New York, NY
a wall shelf along with a light, providing users with a useful place to leave day to day objects
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
H 11.82 in W 12.72 in D 6.51 in
Old Reading Light Made of Cast Aluminium & Chrome-Plated Brass France circa 1960
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Old reading light in polished cast aluminium, adjustable mighting through a swiveling flap made of
Category
Vintage 1960s French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
H 3.15 in W 7.49 in D 5.52 in
Danish Reading Lights or Shelf Light for the Cadovius Wall Unit, 1960s
Located in Bern, CH
Reading light or shelf light sold alongside the "CADO" system by Poul Cadovius in the 1960s.
It
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern More Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Adjustable Cylindrical Reading Light, circa 1970
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Old reading light, originally uses in a train, made of chrome plated brass, very pretty cylindrical
Category
Vintage 1970s Romanian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Early 20th century Two-Tone Prison Reading Wall Sconces
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century reading wall lights.
Two tone glass, the etched glass diffuses the light
Category
Vintage 1910s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Chapman Style Pair Brass Wall Reading Lights/Sconces
Located in Stamford, CT
Chapman style pair of brass wall lamps. Back plate is 3 inches wide by 6.75 inches high. Each
Category
Vintage 1970s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Petite Conical Reading Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of adjustable Mid-Century Modern perforated petite conical reading lights from Italy
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Pair of Casella Wall-Mounted Articulated Reading Lights in Chrome
By Casella
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of wall-mounted reading lights in chrome, produced by Casella circa 1970s, each with a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
German Fully Directional Reading Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique pair of German fully Directional reading sconces from 1950s, Germany. Partially restored
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
Pair of Jacques Biny Reading Lights
By Jacques Biny
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two discreet brass wall sconces by Jacques Biny. These sconces, with directional shades and pull
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
Chrome Eyeball Reading Lights, Circa 1960
Located in New York, NY
AIS2963,
A pair of vintage space age German-made adjustable reading eyeball lights in their
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Rare Pair of Genet Michon Reading Lights
By Gênet et Michon
Located in New York, NY
Philippe Genet (b.1882) and Lucien Michon (1887-1963)
A delightful pair of diminutive reading
Category
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Pair of original Kurt Versen adjustable reading lights
By Kurt Versen
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Pair of Kurt Versen polished aluminum adjustable gooseneck wall lamps, original label, all new
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
Cedric Hartman Wall Mount Reading Lamp, 1988
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Chicago, IL
Cedric Hartman wall mount reading lamp. Model 4V CO - Vertical Surface Mount Luminaire. Circa 1988
Category
Vintage 1980s Central American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Adjustable Wall Sconce or Reading Lamp, 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very nice 1950s wall lamp movable to any position as an atmospheric light or rather direct lighting
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1950s Teak Articulate Wall Mount Reading Lamp
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rare Teak Articulate Segmented Wall Mount Lamps.
In the manner of Uno and Osten Kristiansson
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Modern Faries Wall Lamp, Vintage Industrial Adjustable Reading Light Sconce
By Faries
Located in Oakville, CT
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Faries adjustable wall, reading light, lamp, sconce. Shade measures 6 3
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Steel
H 8 in W 58.25 in D 6.38 in
Prison Reading Sconces
Located in Culver City, CA
Unusual two-tone reading lights with clear glass to direct the light, and etched glass to diffuse.
Category
20th Century English Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
1950s Reading Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adorable, articulating black and brass reading sconces from Italy, 1950s, Mid-Century Modern.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Italian Reading Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Excellent single Italian reading sconce with two fully directional pivots, and candelabra base
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Italian Reading Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of elegant and refined Mid-Century Modern reading sconces from 1950s, Italy. Patinated brass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Vintage Brass Swing-Arm Wall Mount Reading Lamps - Italy, c. 1970
Located in Kinderhook, NY
Chic vintage circa 1970 two-tone brass swing-arm wall mount reading lamps with shades having white
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Enamel
1940s Industrial Iron Task Reading Wall Lamp Patinated Steel Style Jielde
By Jielde
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Wall Task Lamp
Modern Industrial Brutalist Task Reading Lamp with Original Vintage Patina.
Made in
Category
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel, Iron
Directional Reading Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant black and brass Directional sconces from Italy. Wired for use in the US with candelabra based sockets.
Measures: Height 6”.
Width 3.5”.
Depth: 9”.
Canopy 4”.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
- 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Reading Wall Lights", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Reading Wall Lights For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of reading wall lights is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and aluminum, all reading wall lights available were constructed with great care. There are 67 antique and vintage reading wall lights for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 17 modern editions to choose from as well. Reading wall lights have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Reading wall lights bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small reading wall lights measuring 1 inches across. Reading wall lights have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Blueprint Lighting, Stilnovo and Atelier Jean Perzel are consistently popular.
How Much are Reading Wall Lights?
Prices for reading wall lights start at $150 and top out at $9,500 with the average selling for $1,500.
Finding the Right Wall Lights And Sconces for You
From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, there is one major part of home decor that you definitely want to master: lighting. Carefully selected vintage sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood and highlighting your distinctive personality.
We’re a long way from the candelabra-inspired chandeliers of the medieval era. Lighting is no longer merely practical, and lighting designers have been creating and reinventing lighting solutions for eons. Because of the advancements crafted by these venturesome makers, we now have the opportunity to bring unique, customizable lighting solutions into our homes.
It’s never been easier to create dramatic bedrooms, cozy kitchen areas and cheerful bars than it is today. Think of an elegant wall sconce as functional and as a work of art, adding both light and style to your hallways, whimsical kids’ rooms and elsewhere.
When choosing a lighting solution, first determine what your needs are: Will you opt for a moody or a bright feel? The room that will serve as your home office will need adequate lighting — think “the brighter, the better” for this particular setting.
For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs instead of bedside table lamps could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.
Let 1stDibs help you set the mood with the right antique and vintage wall lights and sconces for your home. Our collection includes every kind of fixture, from sculptural works by Austrian craftsman J.T. Kalmar to chic industrial-style wall sconces, from adjustable painted aluminum wall lamps designed by Artemide to a wide variety of minimalist mid-century modern masterpieces.
Questions About Reading Wall Lights
Prices for most reading wall lights on 1stdibs are negotiable. You’ll see a "Make an Offer" button on the item details page, indicating that the seller is willing to consider a lower price. It’s not uncommon for customers to get 15–25% off the list price after negotiating. See our tips for negotiating like a pro.
Only experienced, professional sellers who have applied and been thoroughly vetted by our team of experts can sell reading wall lights and other quality items on our site. Learn more about becoming a 1stdibs seller.
The 1stdibs Buyer Protection Guarantee provides coverage for qualified purchases in the unlikely event that the item arrives not as described or is damaged. We’ll work with you and the seller to find a resolution, ensuring your satisfaction. View details
We have partnerships with the world's best shipping providers to facilitate seamless and fully-insured delivery from the seller's location directly to you, wherever you are in the world. Our logistics team is comprised of dedicated members who arrange all the details with our partners, servicing and supporting all shipments. Learn more about shipping on 1stdibs.
For your convenience, we offer multiple payment methods, including all major credit cards and PayPal. For many purchases we also offer financing options or wire transfer. Learn more about payment options on 1stdibs.
Read More
This Paavo Tynell Chandelier Is a Radiant Bouquet
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Ettore Sottsass Captures a Shooting Star in This Rare 1970s Floor Lamp
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
You Don’t Need a Fictional Fairy to Get This Real Pinocchio Lamp
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.
Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Christopher Tennant’s Lamps and Dioramas Evoke Sunny Days and Seaside Locales
The former magazine editor blends elements of the Far East and America’s eastern shores, bringing wit and delight to his handmade, upcycled designs.
Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room
This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.
NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection
In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.