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Republique Sconce by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Whimsical wall sconce with ten opaline diffusers. The light has a handcrafted plaster of Paris
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sc...

Materials

Opaline Glass, Plaster

Whimsical Leaf Motife Green Tole Wall Sconces
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A fabulously whimsical pair of green painted tole sconces having meticulously layered rows of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Italian Whimsical Leaf Motif Green Tole Wall Sconces
Located in Germantown, MD
A fabulous whimsical pair of green painted tole sconces having meticulously layered rows of leaves
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Whimsical 1940s Beaded Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of unusual, whimsical 1940s beaded sconces.
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20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Whimsical 1940s Beaded Sconces
Pair of Whimsical 1940s Beaded Sconces
H 14.5 in W 12.5 in D 4 in
Whimsical French 1950's Ceramic Sconces
Located in Hanover, MA
Tres jolie pair of whimsical French 1950's ceramic wall lights in colorfully painted matte off
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Whimsical Rare Glass Golf Balls On Patinated Tees Wall Sconce Pop Art
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical and very rare 1970's glass golf ball lampshades sitting on a metal frame patinated tees
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20th Century American Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Whimsical Pair of Italian 3 Arm Sconces Encrusted with Crystal Flowers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Whimsical pair of crystal flower decorated sconces by Italian designer Pilutti Luigi. 3 arms on
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Small Whimsical Pair of Murano Sconces in the Style of Vistosi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A really cute small pair of Murano sconces, they might be Vistosi, but I don't have the prof
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Venetian Wall Sconces
By John Linnell
Located in New Haven, CT
A wonderful pair of Rococo chinoiserie giltwood two-arm wall sconces is carved in the manner of
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Antique 1860s English Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of Venetian Wall Sconces
Pair of Venetian Wall Sconces
H 15 in W 12 in D 5.5 in
Magic Garden Wall Sconce Small
By Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Martyn Lawrence Bullard for Corbett Lighting Whimsical, glamorous and always in bloom Taking cues
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21st Century and Contemporary Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Mjolby Intarsia Wall Sconces
By Mjölby Intarsia
Located in New York, NY
A whimsical pair of sconces created for candlelight. Always intrigued by the good life; in southern
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Jacaranda

Art Deco Mjolby Intarsia Wall Sconces
Art Deco Mjolby Intarsia Wall Sconces
H 10.5 in W 10.5 in D 0.5 in
Pair of Italian Tole Wall Sconces with Monkeys
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical pair of vintage Italian wall sconces with palm trees over Moroccan monkeys sitting on a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Vintage French Petite Spot Lights/ Wall Sconces, Pair
By Jacques Biny
Located in East Hampton, NY
(see detail images). Very whimsical and perfect for library, art, shelves, etc.
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair of "Coco" wall Sconces by Brand Van Egmond
By Brand van Egmond 1
Located in New York, NY
Pair of whimsical sconces by Brand Van Egmond. Strings of white glass beads are wrapped around the
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass

Pair of Large Murano Glass Wall Sconces, '2 Pairs Available'
By Venini
Located in East Hampton, NY
This outstanding pair of heavy glass sconces in a wavy and fluid design, opaque and wavy black
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Taco De Luz Wall Sconce, by Aristotelis Barakos, Satine Bronze
By Studio Aristotelis Barakos
Located in Athens, GR
A whimsical wall light that is characterised by an appealing simplicity and functions as a
Category

2010s Greek Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair Of Wall Sconces By Jacques Jarrige ©1998
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of "Fiori" Appliques in Brass by Jacques Jarrige. Whimsical and organic this pair relays to
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21st Century and Contemporary French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

1-Light Camelia Flower Wall Sconce by Martyn Lawrence Bullard
By Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Located in West Hollywood, CA
she wore, even working giant silk camellias into her fashion shows. The glamour and whimsical elegance
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Mario Lopez Torres Midcentury Wicker Toucan Wall Sconce Signed 1974 Mexico
By Mario Lopez Torres
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mario Lopez Torres whimsical wicker Toucan with brass beak wall sconce light. Retains brass
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Taco De Luz 30 Wall Sconce in Black Patinated Hammered Brass
By Studio Aristotelis Barakos
Located in Athens, GR
A whimsical wall light that is characterised by an appealing simplicity and functions as a
Category

2010s Greek Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century French Carved Giltwood Wall Sconces with Leaf Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
original rubbed patinated gold leaf finish. Versatile, these whimsical sconces could be placed on either
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Giltwood

“Tiffany” Wall Sconce 40 Sun Hand Paint Gauze, Antiqued Brass, Silvered Glass
By Sabrina Landini
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
you find yourself in Tuscany - Italy, embark on a whimsical adventure at our workplace, let your
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Postmodern White Vintage Sconce or Wall Light Shogun by Mario Botta, 1986 Italy
By Mario Botta
Located in Vienna, AT
Postmodern white vintage metal wall light or sconce model Shogun by Mario Botta and executed by
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Taco De Luz 50 Wall Sconce made of Hammered Brass by Aristotelis Barakos
By Studio Aristotelis Barakos
Located in Athens, GR
A whimsical wall light that is characterised by an appealing simplicity and functions as a
Category

2010s Greek Arts and Crafts Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Piano Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of sconces made from the keys of a late 19th-century Belgian piano. Whimsical and visually
Category

Antique 1880s Belgian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wood

Piano Sconces
Piano Sconces
H 12 in W 4 in D 3 in
Pair of French Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of whimsical painted cast iron sconces.
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Vintage 1940s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Sconces
Pair of French Sconces
H 8 in W 21 in D 11 in
French Vintage Single Flower Sconce
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This whimsical vintage French sconce is the perfect way to add an organic element to your space
Category

20th Century French Other Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

French Vintage Single Flower Sconce
French Vintage Single Flower Sconce
H 25 in W 17 in D 7.25 in
Pair Bagues Floral Two Light Sconces
By Maison Baguès
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This whimsical pair of hand made sconces are attributed the the renown maker Mason Bagues. They
Category

Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Pair Bagues Floral Two Light Sconces
Pair Bagues Floral Two Light Sconces
H 15 in W 10 in D 4.5 in
Pair of French 1930s Lantern Sconces
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of 1930s French lantern sconces. Whimsical black painted metal sconces.
Category

Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1960s French Resin Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful whimsical set of 1960s French wall lights with sparkly resin flame shades and polished
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Pair of 1960s French Resin Sconces
Pair of 1960s French Resin Sconces
H 14 in W 7.5 in D 7 in
'Giovi' Sconces by Achille Castiglioni for Flos
By Achille Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Whimsical circular sconces in an enameled white finish and open body neck detailing behind the face of the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Italian Gilt Metal and Glass Globe Sconces
Located in Venice, CA
Beautiful pair of sconces featuring whimsical gilt metal structure with floral motif and unique
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Italian Gilt Metal and Glass Globe Sconces
Italian Gilt Metal and Glass Globe Sconces
H 11.02 in W 9.44 in D 9.44 in
Pair of Murano Glass Gold Leaf Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
and the effect of the light on the textured glass give these sconces whimsical impact. Like sculptures
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2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Glass Gold Leaf Sconces
Pair of Murano Glass Gold Leaf Sconces
H 21.5 in W 15.5 in D 6.75 in
Decorative 7-Light Large Black Wrought Iron Sconce
Located in Stamford, CT
Large stylish black wrought iron wall sconce. It is electrified with seven candles. It would also
Category

Vintage 1950s Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of French Mid-Century Sconces & Table Lamp
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An impressive collection of a pair of sconces and a table lamp made in Mid-Century France. The
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20th Century French Other Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

French Swing Arm Wall Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Whimsical French swing arm light made of iron. Pole can move 180 degrees on the wall. Original
Category

Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

French Swing Arm Wall Light
French Swing Arm Wall Light
H 12 in W 2 in D 42.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Curvilinear Brass Cobra Snake Sconce
Located in New York, NY
whimsical and sophisticated, this sconce is as versatile as it is aesthetically compelling. It would be a
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

'Abalone Siren's Sconce' with Real Vintage Abalone Seashell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
collection features table lamps and wall sconces made with hand-selected vintage specimen seashells in place
Category

2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Late 1920s Vintage Dogs Head 2 bulb Sconces
By John C. Virden Co.
Located in Prescott, US
Vintage 1930s cast iron wall sconces, made by Virden. Captivating design with elements of Spanish
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Mid-20th Century American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Bikini #1 Wall Lamp Light Blue
By Servomuto
Located in Milan, IT
This elegant, whimsical wall lamp is made from a surprising combination of contrasting textures and
Category

2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bikini #1 Wall Lamp Light Blue
Bikini #1 Wall Lamp Light Blue
H 14.57 in W 9.45 in D 5.12 in
French Vintage Painted Metal and Crystal Five-Light Sconces
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of whimsical metal and crystal sconces. These French vintage sconces have five lights each
Category

20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Italian Gilt Wood Palm Tree Monkey Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical pair of Italian two light wall sconces crafted in carved wood with palm trees over
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Giltwood

French Maison Baguès Set of Three Floral Spray Sconces, Electrified
By Maison Baguès
Located in Montreal, Quebec
poetry and craftmanship of Maison Baguès. Gilt bronze and cut rock crystal 3-light wall sconces of superb
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Tôle, Bronze

Early 20th Century Arts & Crafts Hammered Metal Sconces, a Pair
Located in Canton, MA
A whimsical storybook Arts & Crafts style set of sconces. Cast iron with original hammered bronze
Category

Early 20th Century American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Modern Vintage Black Yellow Glass Copper Brass Spider Sconce Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
yellow structured glass, 1950s Italy. An amazing sconce or wall light with whimsical flair from yellow
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper, Brass, Metal

Pair of French 19th Century Iron and Crystal Fruitage Sconces
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This whimsical pair of newly-electrified 19th century iron and crystal sconces were made in France
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Antique 19th Century French Other Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Couple of Light ball sconces by Achille and Piergiacomo Castiglioni
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Milano, Lombardia
, a luminary in the world of industrial design, crafted these wall-mounted luminaires with a focus on
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Sconces Made from Piano Keys from 19th Century, Belgium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of sconces made from the keys of a late 19th-century Belgian piano. Whimsical and visually
Category

Antique 19th Century Belgian Late Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wood

Pair of 20th Century French Tole Flowers and Leaves Five-Light Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
These elegant antique wall lights were crafted in France, circa 1920. Each feminine sconce has five
Category

Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Tôle

Modern Vintage Yellow Ballon Flush Mount Sconce Yves Christin 1980s Italy
By Bilumen
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern vintage flush mount or sconce ballon like in yellow color by Yves Christin for Bilumen 1980s
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Plastic

Pair of 1950s French Double Lollipop Sconces by Kobis et Lorence
By M. Kobis & R. Lorence 1
Located in Hanover, MA
Whimsical and well constructed double sconces from France, early 1950's, in form of lollipop or
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Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Set of Four Italian 19th Century Roccoco Giltwood and Gilt Metal Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. giltwood and gilt metal sconces. Each ten arm sconce is centered by a beautiful scrolled foliate back plate
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Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

A fine pair of Lete 19th century French Louis XV gilt bronze parrot sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine pair of late 19th century French Louis XV gilt bronze sconces. Whimsical design with parrots
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Opal Glass Seashell Wall Lamp by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This Glashütte Limburg wall light or sconce is a playful example of the rebellion against the
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

18th Century Louis XV Pair of Wall Lamp in Gold Bronze
By OMBRES ET FACETTES
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
A pair of beautiful gilt bronze two-light wall sconces in the Louis XV style, each of asymmetrical
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Flaminia Veronesi Hand Painted Wall Scone in Collaboration with NASSI
Located in Milano, IT
lampshade DOES NOT INCLUDE A LIGHT SOCKET! Fits over regular wall light fixture. ‘Lucifer’ literally means
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2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Linen

Opal Glass Seashell Wall Lamp by Glashütte Limburg, Germany 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Utrecht, NL
This Glashütte Limburg wall lamp is a playful example of the rebellion against the sleek minimalism
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass

Opal Glass Shell Wall Lamp by Glashütte Limburg, Germany 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Utrecht, NL
This Glashütte Limburg wall lamp is a playful example of the rebellion against the sleek minimalism
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass

“Tiffany” contemporary bowtie wall lamp 40, Gold Silk, Brass, Silvered Glass
By Sabrina Landini
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
you find yourself in Tuscany - Italy, embark on a whimsical adventure at our workplace, let your
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Two Bulb Brass and Glass Pinwheel Vanity Sconce by Lightolier
By Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
This whimsical and refined Mid-Century Modern two bulb vanity light was realized in the United
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

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Whimsical Wall Sconces For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of whimsical wall sconces is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct whimsical wall sconces — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. There are 44 antique and vintage whimsical wall sconces for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 17 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of whimsical wall sconces available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Whimsical wall sconces are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, modern and neoclassical styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many whimsical wall sconces are appealing in their simplicity, but Workstead, Bilumen and Bourgeois Boheme Atelier produced popular whimsical wall sconces that are worth a look.

How Much are Whimsical Wall Sconces?

Prices for whimsical wall sconces start at $250 and top out at $59,000 with the average selling for $1,900.

Finding the Right sconces-wall-lights 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. It’s no longer merely practical — carefully selected wall lights and sconces 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 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 as well 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 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 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 Whimsical Wall Sconces
  • 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.
  • 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.

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