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Pair of "Coco" wall Sconces by Brand Van Egmond
By Brand van Egmond 1
Located in New York, NY
Pair of whimsical sconces by Brand Van Egmond.
Strings of white glass beads are wrapped around the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Pair of 20th Century French Tole Flowers and Leaves Five-Light Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
whimsical sconces on either side of a mirror in a powder room, or in an entry.
Measures: 20.5" W x 14" D x
Category
Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Tôle
Pair of 19th Century French Carved Giltwood Wall Sconces with Leaf Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
original rubbed patinated gold leaf finish. Versatile, these whimsical sconces could be placed on either
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of Whimsical 1940s Beaded Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of unusual, whimsical 1940s beaded sconces.
Category
20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Whimsical Leaf Motife Green Tole Wall Sconces
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A fabulously whimsical pair of green painted tole sconces having meticulously layered rows of
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Italian Whimsical Leaf Motif Green Tole Wall Sconces
Located in Germantown, MD
A fabulous whimsical pair of green painted tole sconces having meticulously layered rows of leaves
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Whimsical Pair of Italian 3 Arm Sconces Encrusted with Crystal Flowers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Whimsical pair of crystal flower decorated sconces by Italian designer Pilutti Luigi. 3 arms on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Small Whimsical Pair of Murano Sconces in the Style of Vistosi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A really cute small pair of Murano sconces, they might be Vistosi, but I don't have the prof
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Whimsical Rare Glass Golf Balls On Patinated Tees Wall Sconce Pop Art
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical and very rare 1970's glass golf ball lampshades sitting on a metal frame patinated tees
Category
20th Century American Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Piano Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of sconces made from the keys of a late 19th-century Belgian piano. Whimsical and visually
Category
Antique 1880s Belgian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
Pair of French Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of whimsical painted cast iron sconces.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
French Vintage Single Flower Sconce
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This whimsical vintage French sconce is the perfect way to add an organic element to your space
Category
20th Century French Other Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Venetian Wall Sconces
By John Linnell
Located in New Haven, CT
A wonderful pair of Rococo chinoiserie giltwood two-arm wall sconces is carved in the manner of
Category
Antique 1860s English Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood
Pair Bagues Floral Two Light Sconces
By Maison Baguès
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This whimsical pair of hand made sconces are attributed the the renown maker Mason Bagues. They
Category
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Magic Garden Wall Sconce Small
By Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Martyn Lawrence Bullard for Corbett Lighting
Whimsical, glamorous and always in bloom
Taking cues
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French 1930s Lantern Sconces
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of 1930s French lantern sconces. Whimsical black painted metal sconces.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Republique Sconce by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Whimsical wall sconce with ten opaline diffusers. The light has a handcrafted plaster of Paris
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sc...
Materials
Opaline Glass, Plaster
Art Deco Mjolby Intarsia Wall Sconces
By Mjölby Intarsia
Located in New York, NY
A whimsical pair of sconces created for candlelight. Always intrigued by the good life; in southern
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Jacaranda
'Giovi' Sconces by Achille Castiglioni for Flos
By Achille Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Whimsical circular sconces in an enameled white finish and open body neck detailing behind the face of the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
Italian Gilt Metal and Glass Globe Sconces
Located in Malibu, CA
Beautiful pair of sconces featuring whimsical gilt metal structure with floral motif and unique
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of 1960s French Resin Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful whimsical set of 1960s French wall lights with sparkly resin flame shades and polished
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Murano Glass Gold Leaf Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
and the effect of the light on the textured glass give these sconces whimsical impact. Like sculptures
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Italian Tole Wall Sconces with Monkeys
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical pair of vintage Italian wall sconces with palm trees over Moroccan monkeys sitting on a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of French Mid-Century Sconces & Table Lamp
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An impressive collection of a pair of sconces and a table lamp made in Mid-Century France. The
Category
20th Century French Other Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Decorative 7-Light Large Black Wrought Iron Sconce
Located in Stamford, CT
. The sconce is topped with scrolls. A nice whimsical piece.
Category
Vintage 1950s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Curvilinear Brass Cobra Snake Sconce
Located in New York, NY
whimsical and sophisticated, this sconce is as versatile as it is aesthetically compelling. It would be a
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Late 1920s Vintage Dogs Head 2 bulb Sconces
By John C. Virden Co.
Located in Prescott, US
Vintage 1930s cast iron wall sconces, made by Virden. Captivating design with elements of Spanish
Category
Mid-20th Century American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
French Vintage Painted Metal and Crystal Five-Light Sconces
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of whimsical metal and crystal sconces. These French vintage sconces have five lights each
Category
20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Vintage French Petite Spot Lights/ Wall Sconces, Pair
By Jacques Biny
Located in East Hampton, NY
(see detail images). Very whimsical and perfect for library, art, shelves, etc.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal
'Abalone Siren's Sconce' with Real Vintage Abalone Seashell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Venus favors the bold." —Ovid
Introducing the Abalone Siren's Sconce, the fifth release from the
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
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H 8 in W 6.5 in D 2.5 in
Pair of Vintage Italian Gilt Wood Palm Tree Monkey Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical pair of Italian two light wall sconces crafted in carved wood with palm trees over
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Revival Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of Large Murano Glass Wall Sconces, '2 Pairs Available'
By Venini
Located in East Hampton, NY
This outstanding pair of heavy glass sconces in a wavy and fluid design, opaque and wavy black
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Arts & Crafts Hammered Metal Sconces, a Pair
Located in Canton, MA
A whimsical storybook Arts & Crafts style set of sconces. Cast iron with original hammered bronze
Category
Early 20th Century American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Pair of French 19th Century Iron and Crystal Fruitage Sconces
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This whimsical pair of newly-electrified 19th century iron and crystal sconces were made in France
Category
Antique 19th Century French Other Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
French Maison Baguès Set of Three Floral Spray Sconces, Electrified
By Maison Baguès
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This whimsical design of crystal bouquets set in crystal and bronze urns is representative of the
Category
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Tôle, Bronze
Taco De Luz Wall Sconce, by Aristotelis Barakos, Satine Bronze
By Studio Aristotelis Barakos
Located in Athens, GR
A whimsical wall light that is characterised by an appealing simplicity and functions as a
Category
2010s Greek Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Sconces Made from Piano Keys from 19th Century, Belgium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of sconces made from the keys of a late 19th-century Belgian piano. Whimsical and visually
Category
Antique 19th Century Belgian Late Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood
Pair Of Wall Sconces By Jacques Jarrige ©1998
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of "Fiori" Appliques in Brass by Jacques Jarrige. Whimsical and organic this pair relays to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1-Light Camelia Flower Wall Sconce by Martyn Lawrence Bullard
By Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Located in West Hollywood, CA
she wore, even working giant silk camellias into her fashion shows. The glamour and whimsical elegance
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Couple of Light ball sconces by Achille and Piergiacomo Castiglioni
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Milano, Lombardia
simplicity, functionality, and a touch of whimsical charm.
The Light Ball appliques represent a departure
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Vintage Black Yellow Glass Copper Brass Spider Sconce Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
yellow structured glass, 1950s Italy.
An amazing sconce or wall light with whimsical flair from yellow
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper, Brass, Metal
H 5.32 in W 2.76 in D 16.34 in
Mario Lopez Torres Midcentury Wicker Toucan Wall Sconce Signed 1974 Mexico
By Mario Lopez Torres
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mario Lopez Torres whimsical wicker Toucan with brass beak wall sconce light. Retains brass
Category
Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 14 in W 18 in D 10.75 in
Modern Vintage Yellow Ballon Flush Mount Sconce Yves Christin 1980s Italy
By Bilumen
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern vintage flush mount or sconce ballon like in yellow color by Yves Christin for Bilumen 1980s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Plastic
H 14.18 in W 20.48 in D 14.18 in
Taco De Luz 30 Wall Sconce in Black Patinated Hammered Brass
By Studio Aristotelis Barakos
Located in Athens, GR
A whimsical wall light that is characterised by an appealing simplicity and functions as a
Category
2010s Greek Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1950s French Double Lollipop Sconces by Kobis et Lorence
By M. Kobis & R. Lorence 1
Located in Hanover, MA
Whimsical and well constructed double sconces from France, early 1950's, in form of lollipop or
Category
Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Italian 19th Century Roccoco Giltwood and Gilt Metal Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. giltwood and gilt metal sconces. Each ten arm sconce is centered by a beautiful scrolled foliate back plate
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
“Tiffany” Wall Sconce 40 Sun Hand Paint Gauze, Antiqued Brass, Silvered Glass
By Sabrina Landini
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
you find yourself in Tuscany - Italy, embark on a whimsical adventure at our workplace, let your
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 7.88 in W 15.75 in D 9.45 in
A fine pair of Lete 19th century French Louis XV gilt bronze parrot sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine pair of late 19th century French Louis XV gilt bronze sconces. Whimsical design with parrots
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Postmodern White Vintage Sconce or Wall Light Shogun by Mario Botta, 1986 Italy
By Mario Botta
Located in Vienna, AT
Postmodern white vintage metal wall light or sconce model Shogun by Mario Botta and executed by
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
H 12.41 in W 13.39 in D 13 in
Taco De Luz 50 Wall Sconce made of Hammered Brass by Aristotelis Barakos
By Studio Aristotelis Barakos
Located in Athens, GR
A whimsical wall light that is characterised by an appealing simplicity and functions as a
Category
2010s Greek Arts and Crafts Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 1.97 in W 2.96 in D 3.94 in
Mid-Century Modern Two Bulb Brass and Glass Pinwheel Vanity Sconce by Lightolier
By Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
This whimsical and refined Mid-Century Modern two bulb vanity light was realized in the United
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 5.5 in W 12 in D 4 in
Found Pair of Etched Brass Lizard Candlesconces
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
sconces, a testament to both artistic craftsmanship and the enchanting elegance of Mid Century style
Category
Mid-20th Century Candle Sconces
Materials
Brass
Omini Walkman Short Candlestick in Polished Brass By Stefano Giovannoni
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
pensive pose enhancing the piece's whimsical allure. Perfect in a modern-styled dining room or entryway
Category
2010s Italian Candle Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 7.05 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Spider Glass Copper Flush Mount Table Lamp 1950 Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
1950s Italy.
A whimsical spider like flush mount wall lighting or table lamp with copper and metal
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
H 4.14 in Dm 18.9 in
“Tiffany” contemporary bowtie wall lamp 40, Gold Silk, Brass, Silvered Glass
By Sabrina Landini
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
you find yourself in Tuscany - Italy, embark on a whimsical adventure at our workplace, let your
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 11.82 in W 15.75 in D 9.45 in
18th Century Louis XV Pair of Wall Lamp in Gold Bronze
By OMBRES ET FACETTES
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
A pair of beautiful gilt bronze two-light wall sconces in the Louis XV style, each of asymmetrical
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Gold, Bronze
Bikini #1 Wall Lamp Light Blue
By Servomuto
Located in Milan, IT
This elegant, whimsical wall lamp is made from a surprising combination of contrasting textures and
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stainless Steel
OYSTERS by Micah Heimlich
By Micah Heimlich, Furbishure by unHeim
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
DESERT BURL SERIES (“OYSTERS”)
ILLUMINATED SCULPTURE SCONCES
Black nickel and silver plated bronze
Category
2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Silver Plate, Nickel
Opal Glass Seashell Wall Lamp by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This Glashütte Limburg wall light or sconce is a playful example of the rebellion against the
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Frosted Glass Pendant Light, circa 1930
Located in Chicago, IL
This whimsical hanging pendant combines bold geometric metalwork with the soft refinement of French
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
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Whimsical Sconce For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the whimsical sconce you’re looking for. Each whimsical sconce for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. Your living room may not be complete without a whimsical sconce — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right whimsical sconce, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made whimsical sconce over the years, but those crafted by AVMazzega, Gino Vistosi and Zero Quattro are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Whimsical Sconce?
Prices for a whimsical sconce can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $650 and can go as high as $9,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,800.
Finding the Right sconces-wall-lights for You
From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, there is one major part of home decor that you definitely want to master: lighting. Carefully selected vintage sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood and highlighting your distinctive personality.
We’re a long way from the candelabra-inspired chandeliers of the medieval era. Lighting is no longer merely practical, and lighting designers have been creating and reinventing lighting solutions for eons. Because of the advancements crafted by these venturesome makers, we now have the opportunity to bring unique, customizable lighting solutions into our homes.
It’s never been easier to create dramatic bedrooms, cozy kitchen areas and cheerful bars than it is today. Think of an elegant wall sconce as functional and as a work of art, adding both light and style to your hallways, whimsical kids’ rooms and elsewhere.
When choosing a lighting solution, first determine what your needs are: Will you opt for a moody or a bright feel? The room that will serve as your home office will need adequate lighting — think “the brighter, the better” for this particular setting.
For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs instead of bedside table lamps could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.
Let 1stDibs help you set the mood with the right antique and vintage wall lights and sconces for your home. Our collection includes every kind of fixture, from sculptural works by Austrian craftsman J.T. Kalmar to chic industrial-style wall sconces, from adjustable painted aluminum wall lamps designed by Artemide to a wide variety of minimalist mid-century modern masterpieces.
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