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Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

ART DECO STYLE

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

ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

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

ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Style: Art Deco
Italian Art Deco Design Crystal Murano Glass Half Moon Bronze Finish Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary customizable Italian Art Deco Design pair of semi circular wall lights, entirely handcrafted, with an antique bronze finish. The nicely scalloped airy brass structure supports crystal clear Murano glass rods worked with the sophisticated technique Torchon, handcrafted twisted glass, that not only makes the fixture more precious but multiplies the light reflections. High quality of construction and details with a brass decorative curved band to enclose the bottom fitted with an elegant frosted Murano glass. Back plate is 6 inches wide. Options available for different finishes and sizes. Versatile, elegant and eclectic for bedroom, living room, hallway lighting...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Art Deco wall light Pate de Verre Glass by Schneider France, 1920s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco wall sconce by Schneider- 1920s The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The wall lamp is a sign of the...
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1920s European Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Wrought Iron

Art Deco Dressing Table and Mirror
Located in Rebais, FR
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Paul Marra Leather and Brass Sconces
Located in Pasadena, CA
Shown are two pairs of the very desirable Paul Marra Brass and Leather Art Deco/Moderne style wall sconces. The sconces show the design influence of Jacques Adnet in the stitched lea...
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2010s North American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Alabaster Wall Sconces, 1920s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco pair of alabaster wall sconces, France, 1920s. In the style of Albert Cheuret. Could be... Alabaster and silver plated bronze. Measures: Width: 13.2" (33.5cm), Height...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Alabaster, Bronze

French Art Deco Bronze and White Glass Sconces by Jean Perzel (10 available)
Located in Long Island City, NY
Atelier Perzel - Fine French Art Deco bronze wall lights with a white enameled glass bowl shade. Signed. 10 available (price is per sconce)  
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Art Deco wall light Pate de Verre Glass by Muller Frères France, 1920s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco wall sconce by Muller Frères (not signed) - 1920s The ART DECO wall lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The wall lamp i...
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1920s European Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Italian Rare Murano Reticello Glass and Brass Wall Lights in Art Deco Style
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful set of two gorgeous, very rare, Murano Reticello Glass wall lights with strong brass base. Made in the Mid-century in Murano, Venice, Italy, in the style of Venini glass Ma...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

A pair of 1940s Art Deco Murano Glass and Brass Italian Torchere Wall Sconces
Located in Catania, Sicilia
Two astonishing torchere wall sconces manufactured in Murano, they are in working order and in very good condition overall. Black murano glass paste, Gold hues of the diffusers and b...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Slip Shade Sconces w/ Crown & Shield 4 pr available priced per pr vintage lights
Located in Prescott, US
Priced per pair with four pair available, singles at 1/2 pair price. Meticulously restored sconces with highly polished aluminum accents, clear coated to protect the sheen (not just ...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Aluminum

Large Italian Deco style Wall lamp made of nickeled brass
Located in Milano, IT
A magnificent Italian Deco-style wall lamp from the 1980s, this elegant piece showcases the timeless elegance and intricate artistry of the Art Deco style with the modernity of the 1...
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1980s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of French Sconces in Opaline and Chrome, Style: Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Sconce Style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Chic and Elegant To take care of your property and the lives of our customers, the new wiring has been done. If you want to live in the golden year...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

Art Deco Style Frosted Glass Glass Wall Lights, 1960
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Art Deco style brass and frosted glass wall lights.  Manufactured in Italy around 1970. With their clean modernist lines and beautiful attention to detail, these sconces would be a w...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Small Interior Bronze Wall Lamp
Located in Knokke-Heist, BE
Bronze is renowned for its durability and rich dark color that develops a patina over time. When polished, it can even be gilded. Jules Wabbes had a deep appreciation for noble mater...
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2010s European Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

1 of 4 Art Deco Wall Lamps Holophane France, Glass, 1940s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco Wall Lamp by Holophane - 1940s This rare, original wall light impresses with its simple and functional Art Deco design. The signed lamp provides a very pleasant light. This...
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20th Century European Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Aluminum

Venini Art Deco Sconce by Carlo Scarpa in Zanfirico Murano Glass, circa 1930
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Art Deco sconce in clear and white Murano Glass, manufactured in the Zanfirico Technique in the island of Murano, Italy, circa 1930-40. Zanfirico glass consists of fine filigree cane...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

ART DECO Bauhaus ceramic wall lamp with opal glass lamp, 1920s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Art Deco/Bauhaus wall sconce - 1920s This stunning 1920s wall light is an outstanding example of the sophistication of the Art Deco style. This wall light is not only an impress...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Ceramic, Glass

Art Deco Adnet Style Geometric Plaster Wall Sconces
Located in Sharon, CT
Period pieces. Original grey paint over cast plaster.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Plaster

Two 1980 Barovier Style Mid-Century Modern Brass and Rostrato Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A pair of wall lights designed and manufactured in Italy in the style of Barovier, which invented this particular glass processing technique named Rostrato characterized by large lig...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Lalique, "Heliconia" Wall Light, France 1980s
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful Heliconia wall light designed by Marie-Claude for the Lalique Maison. In distressed condition. with chips to all corners. Dimensions in cm ( H x L x l ) : 42 x 44.5 x 15....
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1980s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Metal

Venini Sconce in "Lattimo" Murano Glass, 1940s designed by Gio Ponti
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Small one light sconce in pastel grey and white Murano glass. This is a very hard to find light manufactured by Venini accoring to the designs of Gio Ponti. This wall light holds on...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

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

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Brass

Art Deco French Jules Leleu style Sconces Brass & Crystal, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
French Art Deco circa 1950 original pair of Jules Leleu style sconces, brass and crystal. Wired for US and in working condition each sconce takes one bulb max. 40 watts. Original ag...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Metal, Brass

SET OF 6 AVAILABLE - Antique Circa 1930s Art Deco Double Light Sconces with Flor
Located in Mississauga, CA
Beautiful set of 6 of original 1930s Art Deco sconces double light sconces. Restored original finish featuring a floral motif in the center and a chevron and fan pattern on the arms ...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Rare Chrome Adjustable Art Deco / Functionalism Wall Lamp, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type - adjustable lampshade - nice style of lighting - new electricity - bauhaus, art deco, functionalism
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

Pair of Modern Italian Murano Glass Textured Wall Sconces, 80s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of wall lamps in structured Murano glass. The glass is ribbed and has a curved design, creating a superb decorative impact, completely enclosed by a glass plate and a glass ball...
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1980s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of Italian 1940s Wrought Iron Wall Lamps
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of Italian 1940s Oval shaped Wrought Iron Wall Lamps. Painted in antique gold. Signed G. Salvi Bergamo
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Wrought Iron

Quartz Wall Lamp 90 by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz wall lamp 90 by Aver Signed by Waldir Junior Dimensions: D 10 x W 5 x H 90 cm Materials: Aluminum, antique bronze finish. Natural white quartz and smoky quartz. Lighting: 01 ...
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2010s Brazilian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Quartz, Aluminum

Milanese Wall Lights by Gio Ponti, 1940s, Set of 3
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Set of three gilt brass sconces by Gio Ponti, 1940s. They need polishing. The two-light sconces are 13 cm deep, the three-light one is 15.5 cm deep. European socket (up to 250V)
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Gold Plate, Brass

German Art Deco Marbled Opaline Glass & Brass Table Lamp, 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This unusual vintage table or bedside lamp was made in Germany in the 1930s-1940s during the Bauhaus period. It is made of polished brass and has got an adjustable lamp shade in crea...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of Rare Chrome Art Deco / Functionalism Wall Lamps, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare model - nice style of lighting - damage of chrome to the back of one tube / photographed / - new electricity
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

Jean De Merry Hanna Hand Carved Wood Sconce - Light Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jean De Merry Hanna Sconce Jean de Merry is a luxury furniture line of timeless, poetic and French deco-inspired pieces, thoughtfully designed and expertly handcrafted. Jean de Me...
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2010s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Wood

Rare Pair of Rene Lalique Art Deco Wall Sconces with Sparrows
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of rare Rene Lalique Art Deco frosted and clear glass wall sconces with relief sparrow birds. Embossed signature R. Lalique lower right. Bronze rectangular backplate...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Glass

Jean De Merry Hanna Sconce - Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jean De Merry Hanna Sconce Hand Carved Wood with Gold Finish Dimensions W13 x D5.5 x H20 Also available in Light Gold see listing here: Jean de Merry was established in 2001. A m...
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2010s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Wood

Art Deco Sconces Original 1920's Aluminum with Glass Panels Unique.
Located in Oakland, CA
These original 1920′s aluminum Art Deco sconces boast unique design features characterized by symmetry and geometry. Salvaged from a historic theater in Detroit, these sconces are la...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

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

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Brass

1 of the 6 Clear Gold, Glass Messing Crystal Wall Lights, Bakalowits, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the six wall light fixtures by Bakalowits, Austria, heavy quality. The fixtures are comfortable with all decor periods and executed to a very high standard. The high quality r...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Gold

A pair of wall lamps by Jacques Emile Ruhlmann. France 1920s. Bronze frame.
Located in Köln, NW
A pair of rare wall lamps by Jacques Emile Ruhlmann. Bronze frame fire-gilded, round glass beads. The larger comparable model is shown in: Florence Camard: Ruhlmann, Master of Art Dé...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

French Art Deco Wall Pocket Sconces with Glass Inserts
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of forge wall pocket sconces with glass inserts in the manner of Edgar Brandt, circa 1930s.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

René Lalique Art Deco Wall Lamp Fougère Model
Located in NANTES, FR
Art deco wall lamp by René Lalique, fougère model, created on January 9, 1924. Published from 1924 to 1936. In pressed molded white glass with a brown patina. The wall lamp has a cr...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Pair of French Art Deco Brass Frosted Glass Wall Sconces, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of bronzed brass wall lights with frosted art glass globes, for indoor or covered outdoor use, France, 1930-1939. All wall sconces are in very good condition, beautiful patina, ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Set of Four Art Deco Wall Sconces in Brass and Fluted Glass, Chic Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Wall lamps Applique for Vanity or Wall Sconces - Modern Mid Century Italian Lighting Offered for sale is a set of four stunning contemporary wall lights, designed and hand crafted ...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

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

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Bronze

BIG XXL brass and glass Wall Lamp in ART deco, Art Nouvea style- around 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia,around 1980s - patina - US wiring compatible jr
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1970s Czech Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Art Deco Opaline Glass and Brass Sconces, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Opaline Glass and Brass Sconces, 1940s, Germany Lampshades are in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E14 light bulb. Max 100W Wired and suitable to use with...
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1940s German Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

2 Art Deco wall lamps vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
2 Art Deco wall lamps vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled The glass sticks are replaced ( new )
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of Art Deco sconces 1930s
Located in Saarburg, RP
Pair Art Deco sconces These beautiful wall lights impress with their simple and functional Art Deco design. The lamps provide a very pleasant light. These lamps are an absolute desi...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, 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

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Nickel

Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces Signed by Degue
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of French Art Deco wall sconces by the French artist "David Gueron Degue" in great vintage condition. Each shade is in a clear frosted glass decorated with geometric flower mo...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Glass

Art Deco Elevator Lights as Sconces, Set of 3
Located in San Francisco, CA
These finely crafted sconces are refashioned from elevator lights from the 1930s. The heavy, solid brass frame has two rectangular faces divided into 4 windows with original white g...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Seguso Sconces Brass Glass 1930 Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Seguo Sconce.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of Art Deco Murano Gold Gilt Wall Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Illuminate your space with the glamour of the 1930's through this stunning pair of Art Deco Murano gilt wall sconces. Crafted with exquisite detail, their opulent design features int...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Pair of 1920’s Art Deco Mirrored Bronze Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Age Appropriate Patina, Includes Naturally Oxidized Mirror Plates Materials: Patinated Brass, Original Glass Mirrors
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

One of the Four Large Venini Style Murano Glass and Gilt Brass Sconces, Italy
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 4 large exceptional Murano glass wall sconces featuring four large crystal clear round glass prism-rods, with brass details and back plate. Illuminates beautifully. High-end...
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1970s Italian Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Gold

Art Deco Plaster Shell Sconce by Elgé, France 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
A French Art Deco style wall sconce featuring an elegant oversized plaster shell shaped shade. The shade has channeled detailing, a scalloped edge and a decorative bottom finial. Inc...
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1960s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Plaster

Several Chrome Clear Glass Sconces, 1960
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Clear glass light with a chrome base, the glass is textured and tapered from the top, all the way down to the base. A wonderful shape. Real statement pieces. Dimensions: Height: 9.8...
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1960s German Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

Pair of Brass Wall Lights, Germany - 1960
Located in Berlin, DE
H 28 cm W 10 cm D 10 cm Material: Brass, satin-finished, one socket E 27 Condition: good original condition Special features: few signs of use. These fine wall lights have been re...
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1960s German Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of Fine French Art Deco Bronze Hand Cut Glass Sconces by Jean Perzel
Located in Long Island City, NY
With frosted and clear hand cut glass underlined with a bronze frame which supports bronze and frosted glass bowls.  
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1950s French Vintage Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

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

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

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