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Material: Murano Glass
Italian Murano Wall Sconce in Coffee Glass
Located in KEW, AU
Italian Murano Wall Sconces made by eModerno, meticulously created in Italy to meet the highest standards of quality. These coffee flush-mounted sconces have crushed glass on the ins...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Italian Murano Wall Sconce 'Enzo' in Clear and White Glass
Located in KEW, AU
Italian Murano Wall Sconces made by eModerno, meticulously created in Italy to meet the highest standards of quality. The gracefully curved clear and white glass, mimicking the 'Cort...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Italian Murano Wall Sconce 'Fabriano' in White Glass
Located in KEW, AU
Italian Murano Wall Sconces made by eModerno, meticulously created in Italy to meet the highest standards of quality. These versatile sconces offer customisable configurations featur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Frosted Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Frosted Murano glass wall sconces with brass hardware holding four sources of light.
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Mid-Century Archimede Seguso Murano Glass Sconce, circa 1940, Italy.
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice Archimede Seguso sconce, circa 1940, Italy. Polished brass, fluted Murano glass. Rewired, one bulb. Good condition. Dimensions: 23 cm W, 15 cm H, 10 cm D. All purchases are cove...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Italian Murano Wall Sconce 'Guilia' in Clear and Smoke Glass
Located in KEW, AU
Italian Murano Wall Sconces made by eModerno, meticulously created in Italy to meet the highest standards of quality. The gracefully curved clear and smoked glass, mimicking the 'Cor...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Italian Murano Wall Sconce 'Alessia' in Clear and White Glass
Located in KEW, AU
Italian Murano Wall Sconces made by eModerno, meticulously created in Italy to meet the highest standards of quality. The gracefully curved clear and white glass, mimicking the 'Cort...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

J.T. Kalmar Faceted Glass and Gilt Brass Sconces, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
High-end wall sconce featuring wonderful faceted crystal clear glass "triete" prism-rods, with brass details and back plate. Made by J.T Kalmar, Vienna. Illuminates beautifully. High...
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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Gold

Antares Wall Light by Gaspare Asaro- Satin Brass Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Antares wall light harmoniously balances the linear details of its intersecting arms with the organic form of its handblown glass shades. The first images show the fixture in our...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

One of the Four Blown Glass and Brass Wall Lights , 1969
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the four high-end Murano glass on a brass base sconces mad in  Germany, circa 1960s. Length 13.8 inch It consists of textured quality clear crystal tubular shade simulating ic...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

One Tier Palmette Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with 9 hand blown clear Murano glass leaves, mounted on 24-karat gold plated metal frame by Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy 2 lights / E12 or E14 type / max 40W each Wid...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Gold Plate

UNO SHADE Sconce / Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian flush mount with Murano glass shade and brass frame shown in bronzed finish / Made in Italy Designed by Fabio Ltd, inspired by Angelo Lelli and Arredoluce styles 1 light / E1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Antares Wall Light by Gaspare Asaro- Black Bronze Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Antares wall light harmoniously balances the linear details of its intersecting arms with the organic form of its handblown glass shades. The first images show the fixture in our...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

1970s Mazzega Blue and White Murano Glass Huge Square Wall or Ceiling Lights
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Two big wall lights also usable as ceiling lights, designed and manufactured in Italy in the Seventies by Mazzega, sold one by one. The wall sconces come from an important lighting ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Albano Poli per Poliarte anni 70
Located in Palermo, IT
Abbiamo qui con noi una coppia di applique di Albano Poli per Poliarte rare. Minimaliste, si presentano così con le sue sfaccettature per ogni vetro scalpellato in buonissime condiz...
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20th Century Italian Minimalist Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

1970s Brutalist Murano Glass Italian Wall Sconces by Mazzega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A lot of amber ad brown murano glass and brass wall sconces designed and manufactured in Italy in the Seventies by Mazzega, they have been rewired. The sconces are sold one by one. T...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

UNO SHADE Sconce / Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian flush mount with Murano glass shade and brass frame shown in bronzed finish / Made in Italy Designed by Fabio Ltd, inspired by Angelo Lelli and Arredoluce styles 1 light / E1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

UNO SHADE Sconce / Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian flush mount with Murano glass shade and brass frame shown in bronzed finish / Made in Italy Designed by Fabio Ltd, inspired by Angelo Lelli and Arredoluce styles 1 light / E1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

"Idra", wall or ceiling light, Rosanna Toso, Leucos, 1982
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
Rosanna Toso is part of the oldest and most famous family of glass history. From Barovier Toso to Fratelli Toso, they have evolved from master glass blowers to master designers. Leuc...
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1980s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Antares Wall Light by Gaspare Asaro- Sand White Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Antares wall light harmoniously balances the linear details of its intersecting arms with the organic form of its handblown glass shades. The first images show the fixture in our...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Midcentury Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Italian light fixture with interior light. Can be mounted as a sconce or ceiling fixture. Measurements: Minimum drop: 10" Diameter: 19"
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1960s Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

1 of the 6 Citrus Swirl Ice Glass Wall Lights or Sconces from J.T. Kalmar, 1969
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Kalmar swirl sconces wall lights with slight goldish amber color swirl. Beautiful, thick textured glass is complimented by chrome hardware. Simple and clean design. Hand blow...
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1660s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Antique Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Steel, Nickel

J.T. Kalmar Murano Glass Brass Sconces, Austria, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
Elegant J.T. Kalmar wall sconces featuring thick white and clear swirl glass on a gilded brass base. Manufactured by the company Kalmar in Austria, Europe around 1960. Minimalistic d...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Sconces by Barovier and Toso, Italy 1970
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of rare Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Sconces designed by Barovier and Toso. They feature frosty, textured glass shades, curved towards the top...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Amber Graniglia Leaf Sconces, 3 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a clear Murano glass leaf hand blown with amber Graniglia to produce granular textured effect, mounted on metal frame / Made in Italy in the style of Barovier...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Gold Plate

UNO SHADE Sconce / Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian flush mount with Murano glass shade and brass frame shown in bronzed finish / Made in Italy Designed by Fabio Ltd, inspired by Angelo Lelli and Arredoluce styles 1 light / E1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

UNO SHADE Sconce / Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian flush mount with Murano glass shade and brass frame shown in bronzed finish / Made in Italy Designed by Fabio Ltd, inspired by Angelo Lelli and Arredoluce styles 1 light / E1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Ceiling or wall light, large dome, La Murrina, Murano, Circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
Large round dome curved in its center manufactured by " La Murrina", handmade in blown murano glass. Impressive size with this white dome and its dress made of white and transparent...
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1970s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Blown Glass, Opaline Glass, Murrine, Murano Glass

Brutalist Wall Sconce by Tom Ahlström & Hans Ehrlich, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Brutalist wall sconce by Tom Ahlström & Hans Ehrlich, Sweden, 1960s With a E27 bulb. A absolute strong and sculptural design! The handwrought iron surround has a good patination a...
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1970s German Brutalist Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Steel

Green Spatters Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Free shaped wall sconces made of layers of green splatter like Murano glass pieces covering a metal structure with three sources of light.
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

UNO SHADE Sconce / Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian flush mount with Murano glass shade and brass frame shown in bronzed finish / Made in Italy Designed by Fabio Ltd, inspired by Angelo Lelli and Arredoluce styles 1 light / E1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

UNO SHADE Sconce / Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian flush mount with Murano glass shade and brass frame shown in bronzed finish / Made in Italy Designed by Fabio Ltd, inspired by Angelo Lelli and Arredoluce styles 1 light / E1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Murano Glass Pergamo 38 Sconces by Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide Set of Two
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Pergamo 38 sconces by Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide in opaline Murano glass and metal frame. Angelo Mangiarotti (1921–2012) was an Italian architect and industrial designer known...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

1 of 3 Murano Ice Glass Vanity Sconces brass by Hillebrand, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 3 Gorgeous glass sconces with brass holders by Hillebrand Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970s. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired and ready to use. Each ...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

One of the Three Brass and Blown Murano Glass Wall Light or Flushmounts, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Stunning high-end brass and Murano glass wall light by Hillebrand. Manufactured in the late 1960s-early 1970s. The brass backplate holds a huge heavy blown glass with three brass bra...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Venetian Etched Murano Glass Mirror Sconce, circa 1950s Italy Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency style mirror wall sconce hand blown in clear Murano glass with decorative details, antiqued patina on mirror, mounted on wood back frame. The fixtur...
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1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass, Mirror, Wood

Pair of Murano glass sconces
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very nice pair of Murano sconces Italy Great condition
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1980s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Venetian Etched Woman and Troubadour Murano Glass Mirror Sconces, circa 1920
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency style mirror wall sconces hand blown in clear Murano glass with decorative details, antiqued patina on mirror, mounted on wood back frame. Each fixt...
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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Mirror, Wood, Murano Glass

Italian Murano Glass Flush Mount Light with White Swirl Glass, 1970
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Gorgeous flush mount light or wall sconce produced in Italy in the 1970s. The beautiful Murano glass of excellent quality and shiny color is made in white color with stunning swirl s...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Large Size Murano Wall Light Pink Flowers, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Pretty wall light with Murano glass pink flowers. Accommodates two E14 screw-in bulbs, European standards, possible replace for Us standard. Measurements: 44 cm width Height 45 cm 13...
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1970s Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

LP246 "Atomic", Carlo Nason, A.V.MAZZEGA, 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
LP246 also named "Atomic" are used as wall light or ceiling flush mount. It was designed my Carlo Nason (1935 - ) in 1969 for the editor A.V.Mazzega which is known today as Mazzega ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Glass, Murano Glass, Milk Glass, Blown Glass

Pair of Venini Style Murano Glass and Gilt Brass Sconces, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Murano wall sconces. Each wall sconce is featuring five crystal clear glass semi circles, with brass details and back plate. In the style of Venini. Illuminates beautifully. ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Italian Art Deco Design Crystal Murano Glass Half Moon Bronze Finish Wall Light
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary customizable Italian Art Deco Design semi circular wall light, entirely handcrafted, with an antique bronze finish. The nicely scalloped airy brass structure supports cr...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Wall Light Sconce Leucos Murano Glass Steel Midcentury Italian Design 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Halogen light wall lamp made of white enamelled steel and Murano glass with rounded bands. Produced in Italy in the 80s by Leucos. Note: We try to offer our customers an excellent ...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Steel

Cloud, Carlos Nason, A.V.Mazzega, 1969
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
"Cloud" model was designed in the late 1960's by Carlo Nason and produced by A.V.Mazzega. It can be set as a ceiling or wall light. Thanks to a smart design of two pieces of glass, ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Glass, Smoked Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Italian Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful vintage hand blown white opal and light-gray glass flush mount. Italy, 1980s-1990s Lamp sockets: 2x E27 (US E26).  
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Antares Wall Light by Gaspare Asaro-Bronze Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Antares wall light harmoniously balances the linear details of its intersecting arms with the organic form of its handblown glass shades. The first images show the fixture in our...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Murano glass ceiling or wall light, large dome, La Murrina, Circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
Large round dome curved in its center, handmade in murano glass. Impressive size with this white dome and its dress made of white and transparent murine. The hanging system consists ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Blown Glass, Opaline Glass, Murrine, Murano Glass

Large Kalmar Flush Mount or Wall Light, Murano Glass Brass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large and rare flush mount light by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). An organic shaped clear Murano glass piece is held with fo...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Vistosi & Bd Lumica Wall Lighting Gold Glass Murano, Italy, 1970
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Exceptional Vistosi & Bd Lumica wall lighting oversized gold glass Murano with metal structure. The Design and the quality of the gold glass make this piece the best of the italian Design. This unique Vistosi & Bd Lumica wall lighting in gold glass murano are exceptional. The leave Glass with gold incrustation . This Pieces of Arts glass show the exclusive design of Italian Designer in 1960/970. This wall lighting are in good condition Condition. Vistosi is a renowned Italian lighting company with a long history and a reputation for producing high-quality lighting fixtures. The Grand Hotel Vintage model from Vistosi & Bd Lumica wall lighting collection offers several compelling reasons to consider it for purchase: Timeless Elegance: The gold wave model Vintage design embodies a timeless elegance that can enhance the aesthetic appeal of any space. Its vintage-inspired style adds a touch of sophistication and charm to both classic and contemporary interiors. Craftsmanship: Vistosi is known for its exceptional craftsmanship, and the Gold incrustation wave model is no exception. The company employs skilled artisans who utilize traditional glassblowing techniques and exquisite materials to create lighting fixtures of exceptional quality and beauty. Unique and Customizable: Each Vistosi lighting fixture is a work of art in itself. The Grand Hotel Vintage model allows for customization options, enabling you to choose from different finishes, colors, and glass types, ensuring that your lighting fixture perfectly complements your space and personal style. Ambient Lighting: The wall-mounted design of the Vistosi Vintage...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Lp 246 "Atomic", Carlo Nason, A.V.MAZZEGA, 1969
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
LP246 also named "Atomic" are used as wall light or ceiling flush mount. It was designed my Carlo Nason (1935 - ) in 1969 for the editor A.V.Mazzega which is known today as Mazzega ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Glass, Murano Glass, Milk Glass, Blown Glass

Postmodern Thick Murano glass ceiling lamp. Italy 1980s
Located in Catania, CT
Murano glass ceiling lamp or sconce, produced in Italy during the 80s. Very good vintage condition with normal trace of age and use. No chips or cracks. Full working with EU standard...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Mazzega Sconce or Flushmount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian vintage wall light or flushmount with a clear and amber Murano glass diffuser mounted on chrome frame / Made in Italy, circa 1960s 2-light / E12 or E14 type / max 40W each Me...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

Carlo Scarpa for Venini 'Poliedri' lamp in murano glass
Located in Milano, IT
Pendant lamp designed by Carlo Scarpa and produced by Venini from the Poliedri series. Metal frame and Murano glass elements, 1960s. In very good original condition.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

VENINI Pulegoso Glass N 3 Appliques Metal Crome Opaline Glass 1940 Italy
Located in Milano, IT
N. Three 1940 VENINI Appliques In Pulegoso Glass
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1940s Italian Other Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Pair of Barovier & Toso Murano Glass 'Rugiadoso' Leaf Wall Sconces
Located in London, GB
These exquisite Large Barovier Toso Murano Glass Brass Sconces, crafted in the 1960s, epitomize stylish elegance. Their versatile design seamlessly complements various environments, ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Large Britannica Sconce
Located in New York, NY
Transferring traditional Murano glassware design and craftsmanship into a contemporary work of art, the Britannica Sconce by Barlas Baylar is born from an artistic interpretation of ...
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2010s American Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Ceiling or Wall light, Esperia, 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
Simple hand blown Murano glass mounted for wall and ceiling fixing. White opalin and translucide Murano glass and base in metal chrome. Edited in the late 1970 by the famous brand Es...
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1970s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron, Chrome

Antique and Vintage Murano Glass Sconces and Wall Lights on 1stDibs

Lighting is a home’s jewelry, and dramatic antique and vintage Murano glass sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood in a space and highlighting your distinctive personality.

The exquisite Murano wall lights and sconces on 1stDibs are made of Murano glass, named for the island of Murano, which is located in Venice's fragile lagoon. Murano glassmaking has been practiced for centuries, using a variety of artisanal processes. The glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. 

Every antique Murano wall light, chandelier, floor lamp and vase is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. This glass introduces dazzling pops of colors and provocative forms to your dining table, and mid-century Murano glass is particularly sought after by today’s collectors.  

One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century. While Murano glass is traditionally known for being blown glass, there are also Murano glass beads and mosaics, and the art of Venetian glassblowing has seen a range of different techniques evolve over the course of its long history. These techniques include calcedonio, millefiori and more, and enameling and gilding are also practiced at the furnaces. The celebrated filigrana technique is as old as Renaissance-era Italy, with origins in the 16th century.

Many Murano glassmakers have gained renown all over the world for their extraordinary wall lights, table lamps and decorative objects

Ercole Barovier left an indelible mark on the world of Italian modernist glassmaking, for example — his vibrant use of color and exploration of innovative techniques yielded glass vases, chandeliers and other lighting and decorative objects that stand out in any home many decades later. Barovier’s manufactory was eventually renamed Barovier & Toso, a name under which the company still operates today. Still produced by hand, its pieces, including the Quadri chandelier and Hanami chandelier, look as appropriate in contemporary interiors as historic ones. 

Archimede Seguso, whose company was later renamed Seguso Vetri D’Arte, redefined a 650-year family history of Murano glassmaking with brilliance and novel techniques. 

Founded in 1921 by Milanese lawyer Paolo Venini and antiques dealer Giacomo Cappellin, Venini & Co. played an important role in pairing forward-thinking modernist designers with skilled glassblowers. In Venini’s early years, the firm was led by visionary art directors Napoleone Martinuzzi and Vittorio Zecchin, and would eventually collaborate with Gio Ponti, Massimo Vignelli and Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala. ​​In 1925, Venini earned the Grand Prix at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts — the design fair that introduced the Art Deco style to the world. 

The story of Salviati glass, which supported the revival of Venice’s flagging Murano glass industry in the 19th century, began with Vicenza-born lawyer and entrepreneur Antonio Salviati whose love of Murano glass art and mosaics inspired him to establish his own mosaic and glass manufacturing firm.

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.

Find antique and vintage Murano glass sconces and wall lights for sale on 1stDibs.

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