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Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

ART DECO STYLE

Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.” 

ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
  • Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
  • Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
  • Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory

ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.

Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.

The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)

Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.

From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.

The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.

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Style: Art Deco
Pair of Danish Bronze and Frosted Glass Art Deco Wall Scones
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of Charming Art Deco Wall Sconces in Bronze and Frosted Glass, Denmark Circa 1920's. Each sconce has a cast of a nude lady with long hair and one arm stretched out towards the o...
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Early 19th Century Danish Antique Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1920s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful, decorative, and very rare art deco ceiling light with hand-decorated glass shade and brass metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1920s first half. The lamp is fu...
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1920s Scandinavian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Art deco capricorn wall lamp
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art deco capricorn wall lamp in very nice original condition.
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1930s Polish Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Porcelain

Pair Maison Baguès Wrought Iron Clear Crystal Flower Wall Sconces, 1920s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of Maison Bagès gilded wrought iron two-arm wall lights, France, 1920s. Wonderful art environment handcrafted in wrought iron and gilded, enriched with ten clear faceted crystal...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Wrought Iron

Pair of Matching Art Deco Shell Wall Lights
Located in Antwerp, BE
A beautiful pair of opaque Art Deco Shell Wall Lights with brass gilt backplates in very good condition, no pitting or scratches to the frames. The opaque shells sit firmly in the ba...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Neo-Antique Wall Lamps by Marc Du Plantier
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of Neo-antique wall lamps in metal and wrought iron gilded with gold leaf. This model was designed for the Salon de Couture of Jacques Heim, av...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Art Deco Sconces in Chrome with Glass Rods, France 1930s
Located in Ulm, DE
This exquisite pair of original French Art Deco sconces from the 1930s captures the era’s elegance and precision. Each sconce features a sleek, freshly nickel-plated mount that enhan...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Metal

Art Deco Applique in Brass & Fluted Glass , Made in Italy , Several Available
Located in Milano, IT
Flush Mount , Wall Sconces , Light Fixture , Art Deco Style Vanity Lighting Offered for sale is a stunning contemporary wall light, designed and hand crafted in Milano, Italy by ex...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of Art Deco Style Solid Brass and Chrome Wall Sconces, 1980s
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of beautiful wall lights in solid brass and chrome, 1980s. This wall sconces are in a very good vintage condition. Cleaned, and ready to use. Each light requires 2 X E14 light...
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1970s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass, Chrome

Art Deco Glas Funnel Set of 2 Wall Lamps by Doria Leuchten in Orange, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
Beautifully designed Art Deco wall lamps / sconces by 'Doria Leuchten', one of Germany's famous manufacturer of high-end design lighting. They come in an elegant slim funnel shape, b...
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1920s German Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Large Murano Glass Sconces, Art Deco Style, Italy circa. 1950
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Large Murano glass sconces. The glass shade is manufactured in the Bollicine technique which was very characteristic of the Venini factory ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Art Deco Sconces with Pelicans Max Le Verrier France Original 1930
Located in Antwerp, BE
Hard to find pair of Art Deco wall lights or sconces with pelicans by Max Le Verrier, France, 1930. The metal frame has a dark green patina and holds the original opaline cloudy gla...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Brushed Aluminum Art Deco Style Wall Sconces, 12 Available
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of brushed aluminum Art Deco wall sconces with lighted top bar. An excellent accent top. Available-20.
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Aluminum

Pair of Italian Chrome and glass Ravello Wall Lights with 3 Tier Detail
Located in London, GB
These ‘Ravello’ wall lights takes its inspiration from a timelessly classic Art Deco design. Multiple Italian glass rods form a semi-circle which is capped, top and bottom by 3 tiers...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Art Deco inspired alabaster sconces
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of Art Deco inspired Spanish alabaster sconces. Each piece displays naturally occurring variations in color and veining.
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1990s Spanish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Alabaster

Three Art Deco Porcelain Bauhaus Wall and Ceiling Lamps, 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Three Art Deco porcelain Bauhaus wall and ceiling lamps, 1920s 3 are available, priced and sold per piece. Original condition on picture: left lamp H 13 cm, W 10 cm, D 9 cm. middle...
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1920s German Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Porcelain

Delphi IV Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Delphi IV Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 6 x W 11 x H 68 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be w...
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2010s Brazilian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Pair of Murano Glass Gold Leaf Sconces, 1940s
Located in Florence, IT
Pair of Murano glass gold leaf sconces, brass structure, one bulb each lamp. These sconces are in Murano hand blown thick glass with gold flecks...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by Genet et Michon
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of French Art Deco wall sconces by French Artist “GENET et MICHON” in great condition. In a clear and frosted molded glass with deep flower motif details held by frameless bra...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of French Brass and Aluminium Art Deco Sconces, France, 1940s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful pair of Art Deco wall lamps crafted in France in the 1940s. These lamps feature an elegant and timeless design, showcasing the distinctive style of the Art Deco era. Made...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Antique Art Deco J.C. Virden Company Slip Shade Wall Sconces
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of wall sconces were made by the well known J.C. Virden Co. of the United States and date to approximately 1920 and done in the period Art Deco style. The wall mounting bra...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

French Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches):  6.5” H x  3.25” W x  4“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches):  3.25” H x 3.25...
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1950s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Art Deco Sage Green Conical Murano Wall Sconces, Brass Fittings, 1940s
Located in Florence, IT
Pair of Art Deco sage green conical Murano wall sconces, brass fittings. The cup is "incamiciato" blown glass in double color (white inside and green outside). The conical end is in Murano mirrored green...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Four Murano Glass Leaf Wall Lights, Art Deco style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Four of Murano glass leaf wall lights, Art Deco style, in Stock Murano glass with very subtle gold flecks. Mounted on a bronze backplate. Single E26 socket size. Ready to ship from o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Candela IV Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Candela IV Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 15 x W 17 x H 17 cm. Materials: Glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired acc...
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2010s Brazilian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Pair of Murano Glass Wall Lights
Located in London, GB
A stylish pair of Murano Glass & Brass wall lights. Simple gilt brass brackets and bulb holder supporting rope twisted murano glass shades, which diffuse a wonderful light when illu...
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Art Deco Brass and Glass Sconces Signed by Ezan, France, circa 1940s
By Ezan
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Pair of Art Deco sconces in pressed glass and brass manufactured by Ezan in France circa 1940s, featuring a beautiful Palm design on their hardware. With slight variations on patinat...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Wall Lamp, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Art Deco / Functionalist wall lamp made in 1930s. Cleaned, polished, new lacquer, rewired: 1x40W, E12-E14 bulb New switch US wiring compatible
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Important "Scavo" Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Large Murano glass sconces in a monumental size featuring three layers of clear and white "scavo" glass. We love the effect of the Art Deco lines and the texture and depth of the gla...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Adjustable Nickel-Plated Art Deco Wall Lamp with Opal Glass, 1920
Located in Wien, AT
Adjustable nickel-plated Art Deco wall lamp with opal glass, 1920, pulled out 65cm, moved in 30cm. Wall part measured : High 33cm. Width 26cm.   
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Pair Vintage Moe Bridges Art Deco Sconces with Swan
Located in Prescott, US
Priced per pair with more than 2 possibly available. Slip Shade wall sconces signed Moe Bridges on back. The Swan was one of Moe Bridges Co trademark designs. Stylized flowing lines ...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Alegro Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Alegro Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 10 x W 15 x H 34 cm Materials: Hand-blown glass, metal, crystals, and white quartz. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wir...
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2010s Brazilian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Quartz, Metal, Other

Italian Design Pair of Crystal Murano Glass Half Moon Nickel Finish Sconces
Located in New York, NY
One pair is available now. Contemporary customizable Italian Art Deco Design pair of semi-circular wall lights, entirely handcrafted, with a polished nickel finish. The nicely scallo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Nickel

Donald Deskey styled Deco Machine Age Chrome Sconces
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of very well crafted chromed Art Deco sconces with saucer discs tiering down the shaft and each having a large white opaque glass globe shade . ...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Rare Monumental Bronze Finish Teatro Nuovo Sconces by Pietro Chiesa
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of rare bronze finish sconces by Pietro Chiesa. From the Teatro Nuovo, Parma, 1939. These massive sconces adorned the face of the Teatro Nuovo in Parma and have been seldom ...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Avvolto Sconce / Flushmount by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian modern wall light or flushmount shown in smoky Murano glass hand blown to create a stylish wrapped or enveloped design pattern, mounted on brass frame / Designed by Fabio Ber...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Art Deco inspired Wall Lamp Pyppe Taupe, Travertine, Polished Brass
Located in Lisbon, PT
Pairing smooth and rough surfaces that contrast with one another, Art Deco inspired Pyppe lamp collection gives way to a new approach in shape and balance. Emphasizing the tension be...
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2010s Portuguese Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Travertine, Metal, Brass

Art Deco Marcel Bever Mask Wall Lights Set of 6
Located in Lynn, MA
Very rare collection of 6 unique wall mounted porcelain masks mounted in fer forge frames, all signed M. Bever Paris, Made in France, circa 1925. The iron frames are stamped 'France' and were made to be electrified and illuminated with a single candelabra size lightbulb, causing the porcelain faces to be illuminated from behind. Note that on two of the faces (the middle of top and bottom row of main image) the porcelain is perforated. Edgar Brandt is known to have designed wrought iron for Maison Robj, for whom Marcel Bever...
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20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Large Amber Glass Sconces, 1930s
Located in Vienna, AT
Large pair of Swedish Art Deco sconces from the 1930s. Small nickel base with large conical amber glass diffusers. The glass has varying degrees of thickness, thus giving them a slig...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Nickel

Pair of Art Deco Brass Knotted Stem Wall Lights
Located in London, GB
A pair of rare and quite unique Art Deco wall lights in polished brass, featuring an unusual knotted stem. H 48 x W 23 cm Projection – 9 cm Bulb: 1 x R& halogen (each)
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Art Deco Wall Lamp in the style of Degue.
Located in NANTES, FR
Art deco wall lamp around 1930, in the style of Degue. Wrought iron frame decorated with vine leaves and bunches of grapes. Molded glass tulip with geometric decoration. Wall lamp i...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Wrought Iron

Murano Glass Art Deco Style Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Fine pair of Art Deco style Murano glass sconces of “stampato” glass finished with a bottom black Murano glass and gilt brass finia...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

IP44 rated Pair of Italian Brass and glass Ravello Wall Lights 3 Tier Detail
Located in London, GB
These ‘Ravello’ wall lights takes its inspiration from a timelessly classic Art Deco design. Multiple Italian glass rods form a semi-circle which is capped, top and bottom by 3 tiers...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Satellite Mirror by Eileen Gray for Ecart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Satellite mirror by Eileen Gray for Ecart. Originally designed in 1927. Current production designed and manufactured in Franc...
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2010s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Nickel

Aura Marble Sconce
Located in Carrara, Toscana
Aura is a contemporary reinterpretation of the ancient outdoor lantern. Masterfully carved from a single block of Calacata Borghini marble, Aura is both a lighting fixture and a scu...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Carrara Marble, Steel

Sublime Wall Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Sublime Wall Lamp by Aver Dimensions: D 7 x W 20 x H 185 cm Materials: Glass and metal. Available in different finishes. All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If so...
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2010s Brazilian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Italian Art Deco Style Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Fabulous murano pair of sconces in blown "Pulegoso" white glass tubes held to the brass frame by gilded brass rings. The thick glass gives a bea...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

René Lalique Art Deco Wall Lights Fougères Model
Located in NANTES, FR
Suite of 3 wall lights by René Lalique model fougères created on January 9, 1924. Published from 1924 to 1936. In pressed molded white glass with brown patina. Signed R. Lalique. ...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Raising Sun Sunburst Wall Sconces in Gilt Wrought Iron, France 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of unusual half sunburst wall lights with nail accents from the late Art Deco period, France, 1940s-1950s. This pair of raising sun sunburst wall lights is highly decorative due...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron

Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by Degue
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of French Art Deco wall sconces by the French artist "David Gueron Degue" known as Degue. In a molded clear frosted glass with polished details and matching bronze frames deco...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Pair of Art Deco Wall Lights in the style of Raymond Subes
Located in London, GB
A sculptural pair of French Art Deco wall lights in the style of Raymond Subes. Includes wiring to specification. Custom Venetian half-shades as shown available made to order. In g...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of Art Deco Revival Streamlined Chrome & Celadon Blue Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of streamlined Art Deco revival sconces in celadon blue glass and polished chrome were realized in the United States during the latter ...
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20th Century American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Unique Pair Handcrafted Pure Art Deco Fan Design Alabaster Wall Sconces, 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted and very stylish pair of Art Deco white and black veins alabaster wall lights. If you are looking for a great shape and practical size pair of sconces to grace your livi...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Alabaster, Metal

Art Deco Bat and Maple Leaf Wall Light made of Bronze and Iron
Located in Hannover, DE
This unique and artistic wall light is for those who appreciate the extraordinary, who love design and individuality. The bat is lovingly handcrafted and cast in bronze, and its move...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze, Iron

Single Italian Brass and glass Ravello Wall Light with 3 Tier Detail
Located in London, GB
These ‘Ravello’ wall lights takes its inspiration from a timelessly classic Art Deco design. Multiple Italian glass rods form a semi-circle which is capped, top and bottom by 3 tiers...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by Sabino
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of French Art Deco wall sconces created by the French artist " Sabino " in clear and frosted molded glass shades in geometric, streamlined design held by bronze brackets with ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Wall Lamp Applique in Brass and Glass , Wall Sconce , Several Available
Located in Milano, IT
Flush Mount , Wall Sconces , Light Fixture , Art Deco Style Offered for sale is a stunning contemporary wall light, designed and hand crafted in Milano, Italy by expert artisans us...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by Schneider
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stunning pair of French Art Deco sconces were created by the French artist "Schneider". Frames are in satin nickel bronze with matching clear frosted glass shades. Both have intricat...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco wall lights and sconces for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Art Deco wall lights and sconces for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage wall lights and sconces created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco wall lights and sconces made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall lights and sconces, popular names associated with this style include Fabio Ltd, Atelier Jean Perzel, Marius-Ernest Sabino, and David Gueron Degue. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for wall lights and sconces differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $150 and tops out at $350,000 while the average work can sell for $3,012.

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