Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
NEOCLASSICAL STYLE
Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.
Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.
The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.
Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.
Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.
As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.
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Style: Neoclassical
Pair French Neoclassical Olive Green Tole & Gilt Sconces with Shades
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair French Neoclassical Olive Green Tole & Gilt Sconces with Shades.
France, Circa 1950s
This exquisite pair of French Neoclassical olive green tole and gilt sconces, dating to c...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
A Pair of ART-DECO NEOCLASSICAL Wall LAMPS Sconces in MATEGOT Style France 1940
Located in PARIS, FR
A beautiful and highly decorative pair of wall sconces, in the spirit of the early creations by Mathieu Mategot, France, 1940-1950.
Each sconce is based on a neoclassical painted iro...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Large Solid Copper Architectural Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate the curb appeal of your home or add a touch of timeless elegance to your outdoor spaces with this magnificent pair of large, solid copper architectural wall lanterns. The...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
1920's Caldwell Mirror Sconces with 2 lights
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double lights sconces with mirrored back plated
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Brass Glass Wall Light With Buff Color Shade by Artig Lighting
By Artig
Located in New York City, NY
Sculpted in elegance and effortlessly bridging the gap between classic and modern aesthetics, Buff’s warm glass shade in soft buff and a raw brass backplate, is a statement piece tha...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Thew Brushed Brass Wall Light with Ochre Glass Shade by Artig
Located in New York City, NY
This brass wall lamp is part of the Thew family - strong, sturdy, modern yet classically trained in the ethos of early 20th-century design. Made of hand-brushed brass with an ochre glass shade that gives off a warm translucent glow. Thew can live perfectly in your built-ins, hallway, or over your bedside table.
-Brass E26 socket. 4.5W dimmable LED bulb included.
-Choose wiring: hardwire or plugin
-Choose cord color: off white, dark green, brown or custom color
-Choose wire side: Left-side (facing), Right-side (facing)
All Artig Lighting...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1930’s Caldwell Sunburst Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930’s Caldwell sunburst bronze sconces with 2 lights
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
André Arbus pair of Sconces
By André Arbus
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional pairs of Arbus bronze sconces , hands holding a torch. Size of the back plate 3.5" H 2" W. Wattage 60 bulb. Priced by pair. 60w each.
Priced by pair.
US wired and in wor...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
A Pair Of NEOCLASSICAL WALL APPLIQUES LAMPS, Geoges JOUVE Style, France 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional pair of wall lights with 2 faces, Art-Deco, Neo-Classical, Shabby-Chic, in off-white enameled plaster, circular wall bases, 2 thick arms of square section surmounted b...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Enamel
Workstead Bole Sconce in Color
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
Bole positions a rotund form beneath a fabric shade, presenting a grounded yet buoyant composition for the wall. Available in White or Black Enamel, each version provides the perfect...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Enamel
Spanish Revival Sunburst Wrought Ceiling Light Fixture
Located in Barcelona, ES
An sculptural wrought iron and glass light fixture with neoclassical and Gothic Revival accents. Spain, 1940s.
This hand forged iron fixture has a highly decorative design with fleu...
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20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Workstead Pendolo Sconce Small
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
The Pendolo Sconce is composed of a directional fabric cone, radiating a subtle cast of light into a space - and a focused beam of light - in a myriad o...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Nickel
1920 Gilt Bronze One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920’s gilt bronze one light sconces with sunburst design backplate
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Bronze and Glass Mirrored Half Lantern Wall Sconces, 1970s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A pair of mirrored half lanterns wall sconces, France, ca. 1970s.
Those highest quality wall lights are made of solid bronze surrounded by three glass panel and rectangular mirrored...
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Maison Lancel Brass Hand Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Lancel “Hand” sconces
US rewired and in working condition
40 watts max bulb.
Priced by pair
Back plate: 3 inches diameter.
Custom backplate available.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Pair of French Neoclassical Style Brass and Glass Two-Light Wall Lanterns
Located in Barntrup, DE
An adorable pair of French Neoclassical-style wall lanterns. These elegant wall lamps feature a polished brass frame and three curved clear glass panels.
Each wall light has two sock...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1900s Hurricane Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 traditional gild bronze and silver plate finish sconces with hurricane glass inset. Williamsburg style
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell one light sconces with scalloped backplate
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1960s French Neoclassical Hand Brass and Opaline Glass Sconces, 3 Pair Available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French neoclassical wall sconces figuring a hand holding a globe.
3 pair available.
Each takes one light bulb with max. 60 watts.
US wired and in working condition.
Back ...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal
Pair of Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Hand Sconces by Andre Arbus, French 1950s
By André Arbus
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Neoclassical style gilt bronze hand sconces by Andre Arbus, French 1950s. Black lampshades included. Wired for USA.
Shades: 5" diameter x 4" H
Backplate: 4.5" diameter
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1900’s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Engraved Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900’s Caldwell silver plated bronze sconces with unusual engraving on back plate. From Waldorf Hotel in NYC. Available in bronze and silver plated
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Arbus Sconces, 4 pairs available
By André Arbus
Located in Miami, FL
Three pairs of Andre Arbus wall sconces. Bronze back plate and painted bronze hand. Nice and original old patina.
10" height with the shade, ...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Maison Jansen Sconces Solid Bronze & Blown Glass Flame Shade France 1950, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern sconces, wall lights in solid bronze by Maison Jansen.
Featuring a torch in black finish with a blown glass flame shade....
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Brass
Mid-Century Neo- Classical Style Cast Brass Magnifying Glass Sconces, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of mid-century cast brass magnifying glass sconces. They are not electrified and are unmarked. They are in very good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair 1920's Silver Plated and Beveled Cobalt Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell double light silver plated sconces with cobalt mirrored backplate
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Large Architectural Brass Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of wall lantern or wall sconces, made of solid brass , beautiful patina, beveled glass , four 60/watt lights each lantern,
Suitable for wet ...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Copper
A Pair of POSTMODERN NEOCLASSICAL Wall LAMPS Sconces France 1990-2000
Located in PARIS, FR
A thin and elegant pair of (double) wall appliques sconces, to be attributed, France 1990-2000. Each sample consists in a single curved wall base with 2 short arms holding 2 long ver...
Category
1990s French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Four E. F. Caldwell Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Sconces with Wedgwood Plaques
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
These beautiful sconces are of the finest quality, and feature Classical motifs including bowknots and acanthus leaves. They are mounted with sage green Wedgwood...
Category
Late 18th Century American Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Neoclassical Torch Sconces in Frosted Glass and Antique Brass
Located in New York, NY
This regal and ornate Pair of Neoclassical Torch Sconces in Frosted Glass and antique brass originates from France during the latter half of...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
2 Historistic wall lamps vienna around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
2 Historistic wall lamps vienna around 1890s
Brass polished and stove enameled
The glass sticks are replaced ( new )
Category
1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Bronze Diminutive Single Light Neoclassical Wall Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of French Bronze Diminutive Single Light Neoclassical Wall Sconces
France, Circa 1900s
This elegant pair of French Neoclassical wall sconces showcases the timeless beauty and ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassic Gilt Bronze Picture Wall Light by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Neoclassical picture light by Gherardo Degli Albizzi.
Current production, 100% made in Italy by Italian craftsmen.
Available in different dimension: 30, 40 and 60 cm.
Customizable in...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Maison Charles Bronze Nautical Sconces. 2 pairs available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Charles Bronze Nautical Sconces.
2 pairs available
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Pair of Ralph Lauren Nickel Retractable Sconces
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Miami, FL
Pair Ralph Lauren 'Sargent' swing arm wall lamps, c., 2-light wall articulated wall sconce, in "Butler's silver" finish, marked "Ralph Lauren" on wal...
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Neo-Classical Carved Grand Tour Style Gilt Tole Wall Sconces By Palladio - Pair
By Palladio
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Italian neo-classical style carved giltwood and tole wall sconces by Palladio. They have mail and female facing intaglio inspired busts. Each sconce has a gilded ur...
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pillaret Drop Sconce by Studio DUNN
By Studio DUNN
Located in Rumford, RI
Our modern wall sconce combines symmetry and candle-like geometry to create a striking silhouette suitable for a variety of environments. A narrow shade and single column of luxuriou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
1940s Bronze Shell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of gilt bronze shell sconces with 3 interior lights
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Gilt Sunburst Crown Light Fixture in Wrought Iron and Glass, Spain, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sunburst Crown Light Fixture, Gilt Iron, Gold Leaf, Pressed Glass
Eye-catching neoclassical style sunburst ceiling light fixture from the Mid-Cen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
1920's Caldwell Small Mirror Sconces with 2 lights
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double lights sconces with mirrored back plated
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920’s Caldwell Bronze and Etched Mirror Sconces with Cobalt Glass
Located in New York, NY
set of 4 circa 1920’s Caldwell etched mirrored backplate sconces with Cobalt blue glass
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with Alabaster Shade
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated sconces with alabaster shade, two interior lights
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Pair of Maison Jansen Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 pairs available
Located in Miami, FL
Superbe pair of bronze sconces figuring A feminine hand holding a cornucopia, rare model from 1940.
Refinished and US rewired, 60 watts max bulb. New opaline globe.
Back plate dime...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of bronze and crystals French sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of crystals wall sconces, France circa 1900s.
The French sconces have a bronze frame with a Lyre shape.
The antique sconces are fully ornate with crystals: a few of them in past...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Two Historistic Wall Lamps, circa 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Two historistic wall lamps, circa 1890s
Polished and stove enameled
Original cut glasses.
Category
1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1920's Caldwell Sconces with Etched Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell double light sconces with etched mirrored backplate
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Maison Jansen Style 2 patina brass and gun metal Wall Sonces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Jansen Style 2 patina brass and gun metal Wall Sonces.
Original White opaline glass shades
Backplate is 3.5 diameter.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Pair of Maison Lancel Bronze Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Maison Lancel horses head bronze sconces
US rewired and in working condition
40 watt max bulb.
Measures: back plate: 5.6" diameter.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Andre Arbus Bronze Sconces Black Finish Hand Holding Light, Wall Lamp 1950 Pair
By André Arbus
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Andre Arbus style sconces in bronze, black finished Hand holding one light, very heavy and well done.
The Pair comes with Custom made Black & Gold Paper Shade.
US re...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Panache 16” Neoclassical Giltwood 2 Light Wall Light Sconce
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Panache 16” Neoclassical Giltwood 2 Light Wall Light Sconce. Priced each. Two available.
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood
Two Historistic Wall Lamps Vienna Around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Two historistic wall lamps vienna around 1890s
Polished and stove enamelled
Original antique glass shades.
Category
1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
French Set of Six Giltwood Sconces
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This set of six, antique French sconces are full of period detail referencing Neoclassical themes - they will add instant panache to any room, or rooms! They are a beautiful scale to...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wire
Pair of Neoclassical Bronze Doré Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
A large 19th century pair of single arm bronze doré single arm sconces from France.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Barovier & Toso Pair of Pulegoso Glass Leaf Sconces 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of Murano pulegoso glass sconces with gold leaf inclusions and patinated brass body by Barovier & Toso. Italy, 1950's.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Pair of Andre Arbus Bronze Hand Sconces
By André Arbus
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Andre Arbus style sconces in bronze, very heavy and well done.
60 watts max bulb.
US rewired and in working condition
Backplate: 3 inches diameter.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Polychrome Enameled Bronze and Porcelain Flower Lyre Form Sconces
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
These neoclassical lyre back sconces are in the Louis XVI style, and feature hand painted porcelain flowers. They are made of enameled bronze with gilt highlights, and are hung with ...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century French Egyptian Revival Part Ormolu D'appliques Wall Lights, c 1830
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century French neoclassical pair of ormolu bronze d'appliques wall lights in an Egyptian revival style. These have been part gilt to enhance the detailed figures, each w...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Pair of French Empire Vintage Wall Applique Lights Objects Sconces, 1920s
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural pair of bronze/brass wall lights sconces.
France, 1900s-1930s
Lamp sockets: 1.
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
2 Antique French Neoclassical Brass 5 Arm Torchiere Wall Sconces Rose Shades 39"
Located in Dayton, OH
Exceptional pair of French Neoclassical / Louis XVI wall sconces. Made of bronze featuring Neoclassical styling with torchiere column topped with ribbon and bow design and frosted g...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical wall lights and sconces for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical 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, mirrors, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical wall lights and sconces made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States 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 Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Workstead, Maison Lancel, and Maison Baguès. 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 $279 and tops out at $80,522 while the average work can sell for $3,650.