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 the difference between a sconce and a wall lamp?

The difference between a sconce and a wall lamp is that a sconce is a type of wall lamp or wall lighting fixture. The term sconce is usually used to refer to a decorative lighting fixture whereas a wall lamp might refer to recessed lighting, spotlights or track lighting.Usually installed in pairs or groups , sconces are decorative fixtures used to light hallways, or placed on either side of a door or bed. In addition to ambient illumination, they can provide upward or downward directional lighting, or both.Find antique and vintage sconces and other wall lights on 1stDibs.

Wall Sconce Planter

Large Mirrored Planter

Kobis And Lorence

Tulip Bowl

Italian Wall Hanging

Silver Plated Jardinieres

Mirror With Sconces

Italian Regency

Vertical Wall Lights

Large Mirrored Planter Sconce

$3,200

H 25 in W 10 in D 4 in

Large Mirrored Planter Sconce

Located in New York, NY

A single large circa 1920's Italian silver-leafed wrought iron planter sconce with mirror back. Measurements: Height: 25" Width: 10" Depth: 4".

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Pair of Valenti Brass Wall Lights with Planters, Spain, 1970s

$2,443 / set

H 31.5 in W 28.35 in D 6.3 in

Pair of Valenti Brass Wall Lights with Planters, Spain, 1970s

Located in Hannover, DE

An exceptional pair of Spanish Hollywood Regency wall sconces by Valenti, crafted in richly finished brass with integrated ceramic planter inserts.

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Copper

French Vintage Gilded Metal Basket of Flowers Wall Sconce

$2,400

H 19 in W 31.5 in D 12.5 in

French Vintage Gilded Metal Basket of Flowers Wall Sconce

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

French vintage gold metallic wall sconce of a basket or planter sprouting wild vines of sharp leaves and flowers concealing a medium-base socket in the basket for ambient lighting.

Category

20th Century French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century Sculptural Italian Regency Tole Gilt Wall Sconce Wall Object

$1,095

H 33.5 in W 27 in D 9 in

Early 20th Century Sculptural Italian Regency Tole Gilt Wall Sconce Wall Object

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

A charming early 20th century Italian tole wall sconce planter wall art sculpture, hand-crafted with a gilded metal base and painted floral sprays.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Regency Mounted Objects

Materials

Metal

Antique Converted Silver Plated Meat Dome to a Wall Mounted Planter or Sconce

$799

H 12.5 in W 18 in D 7 in

Antique Converted Silver Plated Meat Dome to a Wall Mounted Planter or Sconce

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

A copper backing was added to convert the meat dome to a wall mounted planter or sconce. Please note there is no liner.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Vintage Tommi Parzinger Bevel Mirrored Wall Sconce WIth Planter For Dorlyn

$1,200

H 31 in W 4.88 in D 2.5 in

Vintage Tommi Parzinger Bevel Mirrored Wall Sconce WIth Planter For Dorlyn

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Doraville, GA

The wall planter is listed as No. 100 "Mirrored Wall Sconce with Ivy Planter" in a Dorlyn Silversmiths catalog.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Plate Pair Wall Sconce Vase

$2,500 / set

H 10 in W 5 in D 5 in

19th Century English Plate Pair Wall Sconce Vase

By Sheffield Silver Co.

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Mid 19th century English silver plate pair of decorative flower wall sconces with exterior design details. Each wall sconce is in great condition, minor wear consistent with age / us...

Category

Antique 1860s English Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Recent Sales

Palma LED Vertical Wall Lamp and Planter in Charcoal Grey by Antoni Arola

Unavailable

H 44.89 in W 8.67 in D 10.24 in

Palma LED Vertical Wall Lamp and Planter in Charcoal Grey by Antoni Arola

By Antoni Arola, Vibia

Located in New York, NY

Vibia presents Palma designed by Antoni Arola. It includes hand blown glass spheres paired with a lacquered metal support. Installation type: Surface mounted Shade: Clear blown...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Palma LED Horizontal Double Wall Lamp & Planter in Charcoal Grey by Antoni Arola

Unavailable

H 8.67 in W 47.25 in D 9.85 in

Palma LED Horizontal Double Wall Lamp & Planter in Charcoal Grey by Antoni Arola

By Antoni Arola, Vibia

Located in New York, NY

Vibia presents Palma designed by Antoni Arola. It includes hand blown glass spheres paired with a lacquered metal support. Installation type: Surface mounted Shade: Clear blown...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Ebony and Brass Tear Drop Wall Sconce Planters

Sold

H 17 in W 12 in D 7.5 in

Pair of Ebony and Brass Tear Drop Wall Sconce Planters

Located in Stamford, CT

A pair of ebony and brass tear drop wall sconce planters.

Category

Late 20th Century Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Outstanding Pair of Planter Sconces by Jacques Biny

Sold

H 18 in W 13 in D 9 in

Outstanding Pair of Planter Sconces by Jacques Biny

Located in New York, NY

Very rare deisgn by Biny, manufactured by Kobis and Lorence in the early 1950's. Truly the height of the playful side of post war French style, each sconce is amorphous housing of pe...

Category

20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of Planter Sconces in the Style of Mathieu Mategot

Sold

Pair of Planter Sconces in the Style of Mathieu Mategot

Located in New York, NY

Lovely pair of freeform sconces from an unknown French maker. Merging the organic amorphousness of George Jouve, with the materials of Mathieu Mategot, they perfectly embody the play...

Category

20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Cast Iron Wall Fountain Bowl Garden Planter Urn Sconce Lavabo 23"

Sold

H 17 in W 22.5 in D 11.5 in

Neoclassical Cast Iron Wall Fountain Bowl Garden Planter Urn Sconce Lavabo 23"

Located in Dayton, OH

Heavy cast iron wall hanging fountain bowl / planter / garden urn. Demilune / half round shape with fluted Neoclassical styling and an acanthus foliate drop finial. Dimensions: 22.5...

Category

20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Neoclassical Cast Iron Wall Fountain Bowl Garden Planter Urn Sconce Lavabo 18"

Sold

H 12 in W 10 in D 17.5 in

Neoclassical Cast Iron Wall Fountain Bowl Garden Planter Urn Sconce Lavabo 18"

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage cast iron wall hanging fountain bowl / planter / garden urn. Demilune / half round shape with fluted Neoclassical styling and a flower on the drop finial. Dimensions: 17.5" ...

Category

20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Pair of Serge Roche Style Wall Sconces Plaster Seashell Scalloped Shell Planters

Sold

H 6.5 in W 12 in D 6.5 in

Pair of Serge Roche Style Wall Sconces Plaster Seashell Scalloped Shell Planters

By Serge Roche

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Lovely pair of vintage plaster scalloped shell seashell wall sconces in the manner of Serge Roche. Comes ready to hang. Palm Beach perfection!

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Tommi Parzinger wall mirror brass sconce planter.

Sold

H 31 in W 5 in D 3 in

Tommi Parzinger wall mirror brass sconce planter.

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wall mirror with a small brass planter and with tin lining inside.This mirror has a wood backing as shown in picture.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Cast Iron Wall Fountain Bowl Garden Planter Urn Sconce Lavabo 18"

Sold

H 12 in W 17.5 in D 10 in

Neoclassical Cast Iron Wall Fountain Bowl Garden Planter Urn Sconce Lavabo 18"

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage cast iron wall hanging fountain bowl / planter / garden urn. Demilune / half round shape with fluted Neoclassical styling and a flower on the drop finial. Dimensions: 17.5" ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Pair of Mirrored Sconces/Planters

Sold

H 18.5 in W 12.5 in D 4.25 in

Pair of Mirrored Sconces/Planters

Located in St.amford, CT

Pair of mirrored sconces and/or planters in a harp design.. There are three glass rods in center of each. Planters have a removable metal liner. Can be hung or free-standing. Mir...

Category

20th Century Italian Decorative Art

Materials

Wood, Mirror

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Wall Sconce Planter For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal wall sconce planter for your home. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, every wall sconce planter was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a wall sconce planter, we have 8 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a wall sconce planter — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A wall sconce planter is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Modern, Hollywood Regency and Neoclassical styles are sought with frequency. A well-made wall sconce planter has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Antoni Arola and Vibia are consistently popular.

How Much is a Wall Sconce Planter?

Prices for a wall sconce planter can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $375 and can go as high as $12,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,600.

Questions About Wall Sconce Planter

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 the difference between a sconce and a wall lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
The difference between a sconce and a wall lamp is that a sconce is a type of wall lamp or wall lighting fixture. The term sconce is usually used to refer to a decorative lighting fixture whereas a wall lamp might refer to recessed lighting, spotlights or track lighting.

Usually installed in pairs or groups, sconces are decorative fixtures used to light hallways, or placed on either side of a door or bed. In addition to ambient illumination, they can provide upward or downward directional lighting, or both.

Find antique and vintage sconces and other wall lights on 1stDibs.