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
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
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
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1920s
Large Sconces, Chic and Elegant Art Deco 1920, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Sconces
Style: Art Deco
Year: 1920
Wall light in Material: Chrome and glass
Chic and Elegant
To take care of your property and the lives of our customers, the new wiring has been ...
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1920s German Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Chrome
Sconce Black Gold Color Italian Design 1970 Sottsass Stile Plexiglass White
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Particular sconce black gold color Italian design 1970 Remember Sottsass Stile Plexiglass white,
inside it has two neon lights, very reminiscent of the Art Deco style of the 1930s....
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1970s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal, Brass
Pair of Torch Sconces in Bronze and Pressed Glass, France, circa 1940s
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Very nice pair of sconces manufactured in heavy bronze and with pressed glass lamp shades depicting Torches.
These hold bayonet bulbs but can be ch...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass leaf wall sconce by André Arbus 1950s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
This Murano Glass Leaf Wall Sconce by André Arbus, crafted in the 1950s, is a stunning blend of timeless elegance and masterful craftsmanship. If you’re looking for a unique lighting...
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Large pair of Perzel art deco bronze sconces from the 30's
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Beautiful pair of French art deco sconces from the '30s by Perzel. Solid bronze structure and thick faceted glass diffusers. Beautiful vintage condition, with a nice patina of age on...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Triangular Murano Glass Sconces
By Leucos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Art Deco style Italian wall light with triangular milky white Murano glass shade / Made in Italy, circa 1960s
Measures: width 14 inches, height 7.5 inches, depth 5 inches
1 l...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair 1920's French Art Deco Brutalist Floral Form Detailed Bronze Sconces Jansen
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Rare Pair of French Art Deco 1920's Floral on Vines Bronze Wall Sconces. Attributed to Maison Jansen. Very high quality, heavy pair of Sconces. All parts cast seperately and Artisan...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Bronze
Mid-Century Mariner SA of Spain Leaf Uplighter
Located in Hastings, GB
An exceptional circa 1950 uplighter wall light by the Mariner SA company of Spain. The large green and gold light, formed as leaves bound with a gilt band, ...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Resin
Mid-Century Marquetry Wall Sconces by Andrea Gusmai, Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
These particular wall sconces in brass was custom designed and made by a local artisan to hold the beautiful marquetry panels by Andrea Gusmai of Trani, Italy. The panels are produced in teak and boxwood depicting the Greek mythological gods Apollo and Artemis...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Boxwood, Hardwood, Maple
Pair of Alien Wall Lights Copper and Silver by Joan Auge
Located in Hastings, GB
An incredible pair of wall lights in chrome and copper, these were commissioned by the New York Museum of modern art in the 1980’s and were designed by Joan Auger, manufactured by Taller Uno...
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1980s Japanese Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Copper, Chrome
Pair of French Art Deco Sconces by Georges Leleu
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Stunning pair of French Art Deco sconces by G Leleu. With clear frosted glass shades with intricate geometric motif details throughout. Each shade is held by silvered design frame.
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
French Art Deco Sconce by Muller Frères
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Art Deco frosted and clear floral motif molded glass sconce in a satin nickel signed by Muller Frères.
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20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Fine French Art Deco Glass and Brass Flush Mount/ Sconce by Jean Perzel
Located in Long Island City, NY
Atelier Jean Perzel - A fine French Art Deco flush mount ceiling fixtures or wall light with a round frosted glass shade supported by three bronze studs.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920s French Art Deco Large Gilt Bronze w/ Glass Rods Wall Sconce + Extra Grille
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1920's French Art Deco Large Gilt Bronze with Glass Rod Detail Wall Scomnce. Includes an extra front bronze matching grille. Large architectural size.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by Sabino
Located in Long Island City, NY
A stunning pair of wall sconces in large scale 18.5" high by the French artist " Marius Ernest Sabino ". Shades have a bird motif in clear frosted glass shades held by bronze decorat...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Bronze
Pair of French Art Deco Alabaster Brass Wall Sconces, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of Art Deco alabaster and brass wall sconces, France 1930s. White alabaster with beautiful black veins, brass with side black painted accents. Both pieces in very good vintage...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Alabaster, Brass
Rene Lalique Wall-Sconce "Coquelicots"
By René Lalique
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Extremely rear Rene Lalique sconce. This design come also as a chandelier (available),
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Italian 1930s five-light wall lamp in nickel brass attributed to Fontana Arte.
By Fontana Arte
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1930s five-light wall lamp in nickel brass attributed to Fontana Arte.
For use as a bed light or on top of a wall mirror.
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel
Wonderful Urban Archeology Art Deco Chrysler Large 6 Sconces Polished Nickel
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Set Of 6 Urban Archeology "Chrysler" Sconces In Polished Nickel With Frosted Glass Panels In The Art Deco Design, Each Fitted With 2 Edison Bulbs And Come Ready To Instal...
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20th Century Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel
Wall Lamp Art Deco Vienna, 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Wall lamp Art Deco Vienna, 1920s.
Polished and stove enameled.
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large French Art Deco Skyscraper Sconces by Sabino
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Pair of French Art Deco sconces by the French famous artist "Marius Ernest SABINO". The shades are clear frosted glass with skyscraper deco motif. Held by a brass Deco design frame. ...
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1920s Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Crystal Glass and Brass Wall Lamp by Honsel, Germany
By Honsel
Located in Barntrup, DE
Crystal glass and brass wall lamp by Honsel, Germany, 1980s
This beautiful Art Deco-style two-light wall lamp from the late 20th century features five crystal glass tubes- rods faste...
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1980s German Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
c1930's French Art Deco Gilt Bronze Hand/ Fist Torch Wall Sconce
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1930's French Art Deco Gilt Bronze Hand/ Fist Holding Towch Wall Sconce. Very high quality casting.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Andre Arbus Pair of Sconces
By André Arbus
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of three arms bronze sconces by Andre Arbus. US rewired and in working condition. Three lights, 60 watts max per bulb.
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1950s Cenedese Italian Orange Blue Green Scavo Murano Glass Sconce
By Cenedese
Located in New York, NY
A very colorful and fun Art Deco design wall light by Cenedese, handcrafted in orange, yellow, blue and green very thick Murano glass (one inch) worked with the Scavo technique, the ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Sconce by Société D'exploitation Des Verreries De Bagneaux
Located in New York, NY
This refined Art Deco sconce was realized by the esteemed by the Société d'Exploitation des Verreries de Bagneaux in Paris, circa 1930. It features a three sided open form obtuse ang...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Nickel
Pair of Italian Art Deco Opal Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960. We offer this beautiful Pair of Italian Art Deco Opal Glass Wall Sconces.
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1960s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Opaline Glass
Pair of Art Deco Figural Sconces, Brass and bronze, france circa 1920s
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Pair of Art Deco Figural Sconces, representing a man holding the weight of the lamp shade in his shoulders.
The man is manufactured in bronze and the lamp shade in brass, the brass c...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Pair French Art Deco Signed Art Glass Sconces with Original Mounts, circa 1930s
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Pair French Art Deco signed Art glass sconces with original mounts circa 1930s. Each glass portion is signed as pictured molded into the glass when made.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Seguso Sconces Brass Glass 1930 Italy
By Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Seguo Sconce.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Rare Art deco / Functionalism / Bauhaus Wall Lamp, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type
- nice style of lighting
- adjustable
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Impressive Nickel-Plated Bronze Mermaid Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of vintage 1940s Mermaid sconces impressive, heavy, !0 pounds
US wired, 60 watts Max bulb.
Nickel-plated, polished, superb vintage condition.
Back...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Bronze, Nickel
Antique Copper GEC Wall Lamp Sconce Light with Prismatic Glass Shades c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An elegant pair of copper wall mounted lamps made by GEC. c.1920
Elegantly formed art deco wall lamps. Original copper plated brass finish with a wonderful patina complete with pr...
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1920s English Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by E J G
By EJG
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of French Art Deco wall sconces by the french artist E J G. Clear frosted molded glass shades in geometric leave design held by matching nickeled bronze frames in great condit...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
2 Sconces in bronze and Glass, Style, Art Deco, Year, 1930, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Sconces
Style: Art Deco
Year: 1930
Wall light in Material: Chrome and glass
To take care of your property and the lives of our customers, the new wiring has been done.
If you want ...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by Genet et Michon
Located in Long Island City, NY
On Sale for a limited time...!
A pair of wall sconces in grand scale 20.75" high by the French artist “Genet et Michon” in great condition. Clear frosted glass shades with flower mot...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Nickel
Pair of "Fougers" Art Deco Wall Sconces by Rene Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Lalique wall sconces, clear and frosted glass molded with leaves design, electrified. Additional pair available.
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20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
1 of 3 Large J.T. Kalmar Faceted Glass and Gilt Brass Sconces, Vienna, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 3 High-end wall sconces each wall sconce is featuring wonderful faceted crystal clear glass "triete" prism-rods, with brass details and back plate. Made by J.T Kalmar, Vienn...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Gold
Gras Ravel 222 model adjustable wall lamp
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Gras wall lamp produced in 1930. Black metal structure and lampshade. Original and vintage model.
Electrics refurbished with original B22 socket lamp, b...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
A Single French Art Deco Wall Sconce by Genet et Michon
Located in Long Island City, NY
A French Art Deco wall sconce by the French artists "Genet et Michon" in clear frosted molded glass shades with floral motif details. Mounted in matching bronze frames that have been...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Monumental Pair of Art Deco Sconces in Alabaster and Iron, 1920, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Monumental pair of Art Deco sconces
Style: Art Deco
Year: 1920
Wall light in Material: Alabaster and iron
Chic and Elegant
If you want to live in the golden years, this is the Wall ...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Alabaster, Iron
Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces Signed by Schneider
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stunning pair of French Art Deco sconces were created by the French artist " Charles Schneider " in good condition. Marked SCHNEIDER FRANCE. Frames with matching clear frosted glass ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pr 1930s French Art Deco Painted and Glazed Ceramic Fired Butterfly Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 193o's French Glazed and Fired Ceramic Butterly Wall Sconces,.Style of Duvall-Braseur. These are electrified. How beautiful would these be in a chi...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ceramic
Traingle Shape Wall Sconce Art Deco Milkglass
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Triangle shaped wall sconces in Art Deco style. The lights are made of thick white milkglass on a white backplate with brass details.
Minimalistic design executed with a taste for...
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Late 20th Century European Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Matching Pair Of Chrome Catalin Bakelite Wall Lights, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration are these superbly stylish and completely original Art Deco period pair of wall lights made from Chrome and Bakelite / Catalin with Frosted Flame (Flambe) glas...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Chrome
French Art Deco Pair of Wall Light Sconces
Located in Devon, England
We really can't sing the praises of these fabulously stylish wall lights enough. Originating from France these Art Deco matching pair of lights feature very heavy thick satin pressed...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Massive Pair of Iridescent Seashell Sconces in Blown Murano Glass, 1980s Italy
By Romano Donà
Located in Villaverla, IT
Massive Pair of Iridescent Seashell Sconces in Blown Murano Glass, 1980s Italy.
Italian Venetian Massive Pair of Iridescent Seashell Sconces in Blown ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by Petitot (2 pairs available)
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of French Art Deco wall sconces by the French artist " Petitot " in great condition. In a clear frosted glass with vertical and horizontally ribbed design details throughout. ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Floral Art Deco Nickeled Brass and Glass Sconces France, circa 1940s
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Art Deco floral sconces, manufactured in France circa 1920.
The body depicts flowers and is manufactured in nickel plated brass.
There are 6 p...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair Art Deco Style Brass Glass Wall Sconces
Located in West Chester, PA
A pair of vintage Art Deco style brass electric wall sconces with white glass shades and orange and green glass rods on either side. Manufacture...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair 1930s French Art Deco Patinated Bronze Fists/ Hands Holding Torch A. Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Outstanding 1930s French Art Deco Gilt and Patinated Bronze "Hands or Fists" Holding up the light. A lightbearer. This pair is attributution Andre Arbus.
Purchased from a French...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by Sabino
Located in Long Island City, NY
On Sale...! for limited time from $6990 to $5990.
A pair of French Art Deco wall sconces created by the French artist " Sabino " in great condition. In clear and frosted molded glass...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Art Deco Alabaster Sconces
Located in Bridgewater, CT
A pair of patinated bronze with alabaster shades sconces, from circa 1935, with stylized floral motif.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Elegant pair of Art deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful pair of Art deco sconces, the patina is much nicer in person
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Set of Four French Brass Sconces Attributed to Leleu
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A set of four Mid-Century Modern French sconces, attributed to Jules Leleu but not marked. Each sconce has been rewired and takes a US candelabra base bulb. New, solid brass, shaped ...
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20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Sconces signed by Schneider
Located in Long Island City, NY
A stunning pair of French Art Deco sconces were created by the French artist " Charles Schneider " in great condition. Each shade is marked SCHNEIDER FRANCE 1108 as shown on the last...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Tubular Wall Lamp, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of glass, chrome
New cabling
1x E14 or E15 bulb
With aged patina
Re-polished
Good original condition
US adapter included.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Style Female Face Mask Wall Sconce
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A pair of Art Deco styled female face mask wall sconces with a signature on the back marked“118 P." The wall sconces resemble the lovely face of an Egyptian princess wearing a flowin...
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1970s American Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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.