About RTO Lighting
Robert True Ogden is the creator behind RTO Lighting. Robert started making lamps twenty years ago with a self-taught background in metalworking and a playful consideration of how a lamp should function. Today he continues to design innovative work by combining practical mechanics, the inherent qualities of materials, and the essence of light. RTO produces lighting Designed as objects of interest for spaces. All lighting is hand-crafted by a small team of artists and makers who work together to make pieces that exceed the basic function of a light by elevating the form....Read More
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Featured Pieces
Lou Pendant - Large - Opal Glass Pendant
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Lou Pendant uses a locally sourced blown glass shade offset by a hand-forged brass chain. The natural brass of the chain will over time produce a warm patina that is a living fin...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lou Pendant - Large - Clear Glass Pendant
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Lou Pendant uses a locally sourced blown glass shade offset by a hand-forged brass chain. The natural brass of the chain will over time produce a warm patina that is a living fin...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lou Pendant - Small - Opal Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Lou Pendant uses a locally sourced blown glass shade offset by a hand-forged brass chain. The natural brass of the chain will over time produce a warm patina that is a living fin...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lou Pendant - Small - Clear Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Lou Pendant uses a locally sourced blown glass shade offset by a hand-forged brass chain. The natural brass of the chain will over time produce a warm patina that is a living fin...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ruth Sconce - Opal Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The studious Ruth Wall Sconce features a hand-blown glass shade and bent brass arm captured by bespoke brass hardware. Choose either a clear glass shade for bright and direct light o...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Ruth Sconce - Clear Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
10.75" x 18" x 54"
Plug In Cord Set
LAMPING
Indoor use only. Dimming Compatible. E26 lamp base.
CERTIFICATIONS
UL Certified
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Olivia Sconce - Oil Rubbed Brass - Milk Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Olivia sconce has a bench-crafted brass rectangular frame that highlights the glass globe making it the focal point of the fixture.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
13” W x 14” D x 22.5” H, 1...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Olivia Sconce - Brushed Satin Brass - Milk Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Olivia sconce has a bench-crafted brass rectangular frame that highlights the glass globe making it the focal point of the fixture.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
13” W x 14” D x 22.5” H, 1...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Olivia Sconce - Oil Rubbed Brass - Clear Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Olivia sconce has a bench-crafted brass rectangular frame that highlights the glass globe making it the focal point of the fixture.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
13” W x 14” D x 22.5” H, 1...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Olivia Sconce - Brushed Satin Brass - Clear Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Olivia sconce has a bench-crafted brass rectangular frame that highlights the glass globe making it the focal point of the fixture.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
13” W x 14” D x 22.5” H, 1...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Arlo Chandelier - Six Arms - Oil Rubbed Brass and Bronze
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Arlo Chandelier is centered by a walnut cluster. Each curved brass arm extends outward to support a bench-made hand-spun bronze reflector.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
32" W x 32" D x 36"...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Antique Brass Cecil Sconce - Milk Glass Globe
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Form and function meet with the Cecil Sconce’s undulating bent brass arm and swiveling backplate. Choose either a milk glass globe for ambiance or a c...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Lou Pendant - Large - Opal Glass Pendant
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Lou Pendant uses a locally sourced blown glass shade offset by a hand-forged brass chain. The natural brass of the chain will over time produce a warm patina that is a living fin...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lou Pendant - Large - Clear Glass Pendant
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Lou Pendant uses a locally sourced blown glass shade offset by a hand-forged brass chain. The natural brass of the chain will over time produce a warm patina that is a living fin...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lou Pendant - Small - Opal Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Lou Pendant uses a locally sourced blown glass shade offset by a hand-forged brass chain. The natural brass of the chain will over time produce a warm patina that is a living fin...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lou Pendant - Small - Clear Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Lou Pendant uses a locally sourced blown glass shade offset by a hand-forged brass chain. The natural brass of the chain will over time produce a warm patina that is a living fin...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ruth Sconce - Opal Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The studious Ruth Wall Sconce features a hand-blown glass shade and bent brass arm captured by bespoke brass hardware. Choose either a clear glass shade for bright and direct light o...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Ruth Sconce - Clear Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
10.75" x 18" x 54"
Plug In Cord Set
LAMPING
Indoor use only. Dimming Compatible. E26 lamp base.
CERTIFICATIONS
UL Certified
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Olivia Sconce - Oil Rubbed Brass - Milk Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Olivia sconce has a bench-crafted brass rectangular frame that highlights the glass globe making it the focal point of the fixture.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
13” W x 14” D x 22.5” H, 1...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Olivia Sconce - Brushed Satin Brass - Milk Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Olivia sconce has a bench-crafted brass rectangular frame that highlights the glass globe making it the focal point of the fixture.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
13” W x 14” D x 22.5” H, 1...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Olivia Sconce - Oil Rubbed Brass - Clear Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Olivia sconce has a bench-crafted brass rectangular frame that highlights the glass globe making it the focal point of the fixture.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
13” W x 14” D x 22.5” H, 1...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Olivia Sconce - Brushed Satin Brass - Clear Glass
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Olivia sconce has a bench-crafted brass rectangular frame that highlights the glass globe making it the focal point of the fixture.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
13” W x 14” D x 22.5” H, 1...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Arlo Chandelier - Six Arms - Oil Rubbed Brass and Bronze
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Arlo Chandelier is centered by a walnut cluster. Each curved brass arm extends outward to support a bench-made hand-spun bronze reflector.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
32" W x 32" D x 36"...
Category
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Antique Brass Cecil Sconce - Milk Glass Globe
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Form and function meet with the Cecil Sconce’s undulating bent brass arm and swiveling backplate. Choose either a milk glass globe for ambiance or a c...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass