$3,795 / set
Pair of Murano Frosted Glass Shell Form Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Nice pair of Murano frosted glass shell form sconces. Creates a Classic look!
Brass
Shell-shaped sconce in frosted glass, Swedish Moden 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful, decorative Swedish Modern wall sconce in shell-shaped frosted glass, 1950s. One chip on the lower left side of the glass.
Glass
Pair of XL shell wall lights, frosted Murano glass, Italy, 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb and large pair of shell wall lights designed and produced in Italy in the 1980s. Shell-shaped wall lights in frosted Murano glass supported by a metal structure. Unique object...
Crystal
A Pair of Swedish Grace-Period Glass Shell Sconces, 2 Pairs Available
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Swedish molded and frosted glass sconces in the form of a seashell with brass mount and single candelabra socket. Maximum wattage 75 watts, price includes 1 UL socket and 5...
Brass
Swedish Coquille Sea Shell Wall Sconces from Asea, Late 1930s, Set of 2
By ASEA
Located in Värmdö, SE
Pair Swedish Sea Shell Wall Sconces "Coquille" by ASEA, late 1930´s.
Brass
Unavailable
H 9.85 in W 10.63 in D 3.55 in
Stunning Frosted Glass Shell Sconces in Gold Coloured Metal Holder, 1960s-1970s
By Deknudt
Located in Schagen, NL
These large shell wall sconces were manufactured in Europe, circa 1960s-1970s.
Metal
Frosted Glass Shell and Brass Wall Sconces
Located in Nantucket, MA
A pair of frosted glass shell-motif wall sconces on brass back plates from a ship's nautical stateroom.
Brass
Frosted Glass Molded Half-Shell Sconces, Pair
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of vintage wall lights molded in matte, white glass half-shells. The frosted glass with subtle ridges gives off a lovely, diffused, even glow. They have white metal backplates...
Metal
Pair of Art Deco White Frosted Shell Shape Sconces
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of circa 1940s Art Deco Murano glass sconces are made with a semi-opaque white glass in a shell or fan-shaped form with brass ball-head screws. Two internal standard sized socke...
Brass
A Midcentury Pair of Shell Form Frosted Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage pair of Italian shell form glass wall sconces mounted to a chrome fixture. Reduced from: $1,250
Chrome
French Art Deco Frosted Glass Shell Sconce with Nickeled Bronze Fittings
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Deco frosted glass shell sconce with nickeled bronze fittings.
Bronze, Nickel
Sold
H 8.13 in W 7.25 in D 5.5 in
Wonderful Pair Lalique Molded Frosted Art Glass Coquilles Shell Wall Sconces
By Lalique
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful pair Lalique molded frosted art glass coquilles shell wall sconces One with molded signature.
Art Glass
Scandinavian Art Deco Clam Shell Sconce, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small decorative wall light in frosted glass in the shape of a shell. Held in place to the mount by a patinated brass ball. It was Manufactured in Scandinavia in the 1930s in a style...
Glass
Set of Three Italian Wall Lights Frosted Glass Shell, 1970s
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Set of three original Italian wall lights.
Brass
ON SALE Pair Frosted Glass Shell Sconces
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1-2980 Pair italian frosted glass shell shaped sconces. Take one Edison base bulb 60 watt.
Glass
Pair of Frosted Glass Shell Mid Century Wall Sconces
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A pair of frosted glass shell wall sconces, circa 1960s. Finely moulded, ribbed sea shell-shaped wall lights metal circular wall mount.
Glass
Large French Art Deco Frosted Glass Shell Wall Sconce, 1930-1939
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A large Art Deco frosted glass shell wall light, France 1930-1939. Stylish frame of cast aluminum with chrome finish. It takes on E27 large light bulb. In very good condition and re...
Aluminum
Pair of shell sconces, frosted murano glass, italy, 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Design sconces in shell-shaped frosted murano glass supported by a gilded metal structure.
Crystal
Pair of Lalique Frosted Shell and Bronze Maple Leaf Sconces
By René Lalique
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This lovely pair of Lalique glass sconces each feature an intricate bronze maple leaf which is holding up a frosted glass shell form.
Bronze
Gunmetal Anton Wall Sconce - Frosted Glass Shell by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Anton in dunmetal by Volker Haug Anton series Dimensions: W 18 H 18 D 10.3 cm Materials: Cast gunmetal Finish: Polished Lamp: G9 LED (240V / 120V US). 12V option available Glass Bul...
Metal
Scandinavian Art Deco Clam Shell Sconce, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small decorative wall light in frosted glass in the shape of a shell. Held in place to the mount by a patinated brass ball. It was Manufactured in Scandinavia in the 1930s in a style...
Glass
Scandinavian Art Deco Clam Shell Sconce, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small decorative wall light in frosted glass in the shape of a shell. Held in place to the mount by a patinated brass ball. It was Manufactured in Scandinavia in the 1930s in a style...
Glass
Pair of 1940s Delicate Art Deco Frosted Glass Sea Shell Wall Lights
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Two Art Deco frosted glass wall lights from the 1940s. Glass shaped like a sea shell on brass mount with brass hardware. Original fitting for E14 bulb. Rewired with silvery grey cord...
Brass
A Pair of Swedish Grace Period Glass Shell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Swedish molded and frosted glass sconces in the form of a seashell with brass mount and single candelabra socket. Maximum wattage 75 watts, price includes 1 UL socket and 5...
Brass
Pair of Original Antique Art Deco Odeon Clam Shell Wall Lights
Located in London, GB
A pair of Original Antique Art Deco Odeon Clam Shell Wall Lights. The ethereal white frosted rippled glass, delicately encased within a lustrous chrome frame, casts a soft, enchanti...
Chrome
Pair of Vintage Italian Murano Glass Sea Shell Sconces
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This pair of beautifully molded and frosted Murano glass sea shell sconces is illuminated by one mounted bulb.
Murano Glass, Glass
Sold
H 7.68 in W 10.83 in D 3.94 in
Pair of 1920s Art Deco Frosted Glass Clam & Brass Shell Wall Lights or Sconces
Located in London, England
A pair of original 1920s Art Deco cinema clam shell wall lights. The white frosted rippled glass shades are mounted within a metal polished brass frame. The shades cast a soft diffu...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Frosted Glass Scallop Sconces
Located in Fall River, MA
Frosted glass scallop shell shaped sconces ca. 1950s.
Glass
French Designer, Pendant Light, Alabaster, Metal, Rope, France, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-patinated metal, rope and beige alabaster pendant light likely designed and produced in France, c. 1920s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.5"H x 18.75"W x 18.75"D Stem Length...
Alabaster, Metal
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
Panoplie Petite Iron Tripod Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite iron tripod lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new oyster linen shade. Multiple available, sold individually. Takes one E12 base bulb, up to 25 W or highe...
Iron
$8,266 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Structure: Made from Poplar Burl veneer with solid oak edging, the Park Nightstand is finished with matching veneer on both the exterior and interior. The inside includes an adjustab...
Wood, Poplar, Burl
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
Large Bamboo Pair of Table Lamps with Brass Bases
Located in New York, NY
large bamboo pair of table lamps with brass bases. Beautiful and chic table lamps. Lovely brass bases and bamboo tops held by brass top.
Brass
$4,250 / set
H 15.75 in W 5 in D 3 in
Brass and Murano Glass Sconces, Mid-Century Modern Style, Italy, New Design
Located in Austin, TX
Petite sconces from Murano, Italy made with smoked glass stamped into a lovely curved shape with texture. The brass structure has been newly wired to fit US standards. This pair is...
Brass
Large (29") Smooth Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
A plaster pendant in a smooth, undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940s plaster plafonnier. Hanging by four white chains; with 3 medium ba...
Metal
$2,800 / set
H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano glass demi lune wall sconces, in stock One LED E26 base socket. Black glass sphere and brass fittings. Textured Murano glass, Wired to the American sta...
Brass
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
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.
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.