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Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Pair of Modernist Pale Jade Hand-blown Murano Glass Sconces W/ Brass Fitting
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of modernist hand-blown Murano glass sconces, crafted in Italy in the 21st century, features a delightful pale jade green hue that brings a serene touch to any room...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of Wrought Iron and Brass Sconces
Located in Chicago, IL
A study in restrained elegance, this pair of sconces features simple hand-wrought iron frames paired with a single domed, hammered brass shade that reflect the light gently back onto...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Pair Barovier Toso Sconces Murano Glass Gold and Ice Flowers Basket, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful hand blown Italian pair of Sconces featuring overlapping crystal flowers, gold with 23-carat gold leaf fleck inclusions, mounted on a basket frame. Each Fixture requires ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Pair of Globe Sconces by Research.Lighting, Nickel, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Globe Sconces in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Nickel Electronics: 1x G9 S...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair, Tenfold 3T Wall Sconce Satin Aluminum, Brutalist Perforated Wall Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Tenfold 3T Wall Sconce in Satin Aluminum by Luft Tanaka Studio Brutalism meets glam. Wall light inspired by brutalist design and Op Art composed of interlocking metal panels...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Claude Boeltz 24kt Gold Plated Exploded Bronze V-Shape Sconces w/ Rock Crystals
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and sophisticated pair of modernist sconces were realized by the celebrated French artist Claude Boeltz. They feature graphic organic forms- recalling both oceanic and ...
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20th Century French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold, Bronze

Globe Sconce by Research.Lighting, Brushed Nickel, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe Sconce in brushed nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Brushed Nickel Electronics: 1x G9 Sock...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Sconces W/ Ruffled Detailing & 24K Gold Flecks
Located in New York, NY
This refined pair of modernist hand-blown Murano glass sconces exemplifies exceptional Italian craftsmanship and contemporary elegance. Created in Italy in the 21st century, these sc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Gold, Brass

Pair of Modernist Sconces in Vellum & Oil Rubbed Bronze signed John Wigmore
Located in New York, NY
Introduce a touch of refined elegance to your home with this pair of Modernist Sconces, crafted in vellum and oil-rubbed bronze and signed by John Wigmore...
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20th Century American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

T Sconce, by Research.Lighting, Black with glass globes, Floor Model
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x T Sconce designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel, Glass Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black Electronics: 2x G9 Sockets, 2x 4.5 Watt...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

HALO Wall Sconce
Located in Renton, WA
The HALO Wall Sconce draws inspiration from the nostalgic charm of classic lighting design. Featuring a built-in LED with high color rendering, it creates a soothing atmosphere that ...
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2010s Taiwanese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Aluminum, Steel

Hive Sconce by Research.Lighting, Polished Nickel, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Hive Sconce in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Nickel Globe Size: ~4.75in Ele...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair, Tenfold 3T Wall Sconce Polished Nickel, Brutalist Perforated Wall Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Tenfold 3T Wall Sconce in Polished Nickel by Luft Tanaka Studio Brutalism meets glam. Wall light inspired by brutalist design and Op Art composed of interlocking mirror poli...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Pair of Hive Sconces by Research.Lighting, Nickel, 3in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Hive Sconces in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Nickel Electronics: 1x G9 Soc...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

“Sunnymoon” Contemporary Wall Sconce, Jade Satin art silvered glass, brass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
Sunnymoon is born. jade silvered - satin silvered Inspired by the clear sun light and the calm moon light, that are combined here. From the classic silhouette of our iconic Two-be ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Prototype Pin Up Wall Sconce by Research.Lighting, Large, Black, White Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x prototype Pinup Sconce, Large from Research Lighting. Materials: Steel, Brass, Aluminum, Glass Dimensions: 5in W x 8in H x 9.5in D Glass Dimensions: ~5in D F...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Prototype Black & Nickel Wall Sconce A by Research.Lighting, In Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x prototype Black & Nickel Sconce from Research Lighting. Materials: Steel, Brass, Aluminum Dimensions: 5in W x 8in H x 9.in D Finish: Painted Black & Nickel L...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Prototype Pin Up Wall Sconce by Research.Lighting, Small, Black, White Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x prototype Pinup Sconce, Small from Research Lighting. Materials: Steel, Brass, Aluminum, Glass Dimensions: 5in W x 7in H x 7in D Glass Dimensions: ~3.25in D ...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

21st-Century, glass and crystal applique
Located in Calenzano, FI
2-light sconces ingolden brass and ribed clear glass, green crystal ball. Each object is handcrafted and the care for every detail makes each item unique in its kind. It can be comb...
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2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

21st-Century, glass and crystal applique
Located in Calenzano, FI
1-light sconces ingolden brass and ribed clear glass, green crystal ball. Each object is handcrafted and the care for every detail makes each item unique in its kind. It can be comb...
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2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Vetri wall lighting pair Art Glass Murano , italian 1980
Located in La xara, VC
Superb Vetri wall lighting Lamp Murano glass . The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the Italian Design. This Pieces of Arts glass bicolore show the e...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

SNOWFLAKE Wall/Ceiling Lamp
Located in Renton, WA
The Snowflake Light derives its name from its elegantly simple silhouette. Its versatile design allows it to function as both a ceiling and wall fixture. The handmade glass shade sof...
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2010s Taiwanese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Kozo Horse Paper Lanterns By John Gnorksi
Located in San Francisco, CA
John Gnorski Kozo Paper limited edition lanterns are being sold exclusively through Studio AHEAD. ‍These lights are made of Douglas fir, Thai kozo paper, and porcelain electrical el...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wood, Paper

Pivot Single Wall Sconce with Articulating Arms in Hand Rubbed Brass
Located in Chicago, IL
The Pivot LED series with its articulated arm and adjustable head this brass lamp, is not only multidimensional, but it is an ever changing line drawing that nestles into a room. Rem...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Hive Sconce by Research.Lighting, Polished Nickel, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Hive Sconce in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Nickel Globe Size: ~4.75in Ele...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

Customizable Small Wall-Mounted Light in Powder-Coated or Plated Steel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Lenox Small is an expansion to the original Lenox series by Astreaus Clarke. The the metal tubing bends around the shape of the globe, creating a flow of movement and synchrony b...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Steel, Brass, Aluminum, Nickel

Globe Sconce by Research.Lighting, Polished Copper, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe Sconce in polished copper designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Copper Electronics: 1x G9 So...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of Kawa Wall Sconce 01, Porcelain, Brass, Ceramic Wall Light, Organic
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tactile and textured porcelain wall sconce light in a bulbous racetrack shape. The translucent porcelain diffuser casts a warm-colored glow when lit. Shown in the photos with a wax...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Modernist Alabaster and Oil Rubbed Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Enhance your home with this Pair of Modernist Alabaster and Oil Rubbed Bronze Sconces, crafted with precision in the United States during the 20th century. These sconces combine simp...
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20th Century American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Alabaster, Bronze

Serpentine Ceramic Wall Sconce - Mirrored pair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In this ceramic wall sconce, generous curves are paired with crisp edges and the repetition of geometry to create a flow. The sconce snakes up and off the wall, a sculptural lighting...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Casa Wall Light No6
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Casa Wall Light No 6 in white Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Artisanal ceramic light with textured finish, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Echo Three-Sconce / Flush Mount in Brass, from Souda, in Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Simple, elegant and playful, the Echo Series is a line of surface-mount fixtures that can be used on a wall or ceiling. White or brass cones mount to mirrored glass to perfectly refl...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Steel, Brass

Casa Wall Light No3
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Casa Wall Light No 3 in white Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Artisanal ceramic light with textured finish, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Iron and Tan Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce, Hardwired
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Celebrated for its striking composition and versatility, the Grace Articulating Wall Sconce is a true hallmark of ingenuity in lighting design. As handsome as it is useful, this hardwired sconce...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

“Sunnymoon” Contemporary Wall Sconce, Blue Satin art silvered glass, brass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
Sunnymoon is born. blue silvered - satin silvered glass Inspired by the clear sun light and the calm moon light, that are combined here. From the classic silhouette of our iconic Tw...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of T Sconce Offset Sconces, by Research.Lighting, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x T Sconce Offset Sconces designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel, Glass Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black Electronics: 2x G9 Socke...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Murano Glass Green and Silver “Macchie” Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of wall sconces from Murano island outside of Venice, Italy. This pair has two pieces of hand-blown glass layered and held in place by brass finials on a brass structure. The ba...
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2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Silver Leaf

MUMU Wall Sconce
Located in Renton, WA
Designer Dian has been mastering the artistry of woodworking for years. He’s always had an appreciation towards the organic nature the material exhibits. In the MUMU Wall Sconce, he ...
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2010s Taiwanese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Casa Wall Light No1
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Casa Wall Light No 1 in yellow Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Artisanal ceramic light with textured finish, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Appliqué à volet wall sconces
Located in Montréal, QC
Appliqué à volets wall sconces by Massive/Philips. Enameled aluminium. 40 watts max E-14 European bulb recommended or higher if LED/CFL. Multiple colours sold individually. Tested or...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Sculptural Curved Pencil Reed Wall Lamp
Located in Oxford, GB
Take your decor to the next level with our Sculptural Curved Pencil Reed Wall Lamp. Crafted with precision by skilled artisans, each rattan reed is metic...
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2010s Philippine Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rattan

Modern Iron and Black Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce - Plug In
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Celebrated for its striking composition and versatility, the Grace Articulating Wall Sconce is a true hallmark of ingenuity in lighting design. As handsome as it is useful, this plug...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of Modern Light Pink Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Italian Murano Glass Sconces. This hand blown pair is made of light pink glass with a hammered "battered" texture and brass finials. They have been recently wired to meet Eur...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Tan Leather Modern Brass and Walnut Ava Sconce, Hardwired
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Add an element of elevated design to your walls with the custom-made Ava Wall Sconce. A perfect marriage of form and function, its brass arm and full range of motion shade lock into place with a simple brass swivel bar making the Ava ideal for spotlighting or curling up under with your favorite novel. The union of black walnut, brass, and hand-sewn leather make a sophisticated statement while integrating seamlessly with a wide range of design sensibilities. Made in the USA by Robert True Ogden for Lostine. Left/right swivel arm Full range of motion at shade Black walnut back plate Hand-sewn leather shade Twisted cloth cord On/off switch at shade Hardwired For use with LED bulb only.   Socket: E26, 250V/250W Max Wattage: 40W incandescent equivalent LED (6-7W/ 400-500 lumens) is recommended Bulb Color Temperature: 2700-3000K recommended Our American...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Leather, Walnut

“Pagodina” Wireless Contemporary TableLamp, turquoise, laquered, Crystal
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
PAGODINA Leaning toward inner peace For more than 22 years the art of “hand-made in Italy” has given life to the Maison Sabrina Landini, who’s brilliant spirit leads to the foundat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Serpentine Vertical Ceramic Wall Sconce - Right facing only - Single
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a single "right facing" sconce - specially priced as an overstock. See our other listing for a mirrored pair. In this ceramic wall sconce, generous curves are p...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Tenfold 3T Wall Sconce in Satin Aluminum, Minimal Perforated Metal Wall Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tenfold 3T Wall Sconce in Satin Aluminum by Luft Tanaka Studio Brutalism meets glam. Wall light inspired by brutalist design and Op Art composed of interlocking metal panels. Made...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

“Pagodina” Wireless Contemporary TableLamp, gold color, brass Silvered Crystal
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
PAGODINA The inner peace For more than 22 years the art of “hand-made in Italy” has given life to the Maison Sabrina Landini, who’s brilliant spirit leads to the foundation of the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Brass

Glaciale Sconce / Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light or flush mount shown in frosted Murano glass with polished brass details / Designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy 2 lights / E12 or E14 type / max...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

OLO Wall Sconce
Located in Renton, WA
OLO wall sconce always originates from a circle or a line. Rotatable lamp shade embedded in cutting-edge design of hollow circle with glare-free LED lighting, the CRI 90 softened lig...
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2010s Taiwanese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Pivot Single Wall Sconce with Articulating Arms in Brass
Located in Chicago, IL
The Pivot LED series with its articulated arm and adjustable head this brass lamp, is not only multidimensional, but it is an ever changing line drawing that nestles into a room. Rem...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Modern Italian Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of wall lamps, each composed of 35 gold, brown and transparent Murano blown glass rhombuses. The lamps have six E14 lamp holders for Europe, on request we can mount adapters for...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

“Tiffany” Wall Lamp Bow Tie 25, Champagne Silk, Antiqued Brass, Silvered Glass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TIFFANY The first one, Audrey inspired the iconic Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Year after year Sabrina Landini perpetuates its exceptional exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Conchiglia Sconce
Located in Milan, IT
Named with the Italian word for "shell," this sconce boasts an organic silhouette crafted using stainless steel shaped by hand. The exquisite quality of the sinuous lines of this pie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Stainless Steel

Ventagli Sconce
Located in Milan, IT
This sculptural sconce will be a dramatic and sophisticated addition to a modern entryway or classic living room. Its name means fans in Italian, hinting at the three fan-shaped elem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Serpentine Vertical Stone Wall Sconce - Mirrored pair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In this solid stone wall sconce, generous curves are paired with crisp edges and the repetition of geometry to create a flow. The sconce snakes up and off the wall, a sculptural ligh...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stone

Fontana Arte Milk Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Montréal, QC
Fontana Arte milk glass wall sconces. 40 watts E-26 Edison medium base incandescent bulb recommended or higher if LED/CFL. Verified E-26 Edison medium base socket. Hard wire.
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Art Glass

Fun Guy Stained Glass Sconce by Frangere Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Amid the machine-polished surfaces of contemporary life, the Fun Guy wall sconce celebrates the mark of the human hand, with a striking level of charm and soph...
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2010s New Zealand Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Modern wall lights and sconces for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern 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, wall decorations, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern wall lights and sconces made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America 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 Artemide, Vistosi, Tekna, and Sabrina Landini. 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 $98 and tops out at $144,019 while the average work can sell for $1,553.

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