Questions & Answers
Our trusted network of 1stDibs sellers answer common questions
What is the difference between a sconce and a wall lamp?
1 Answer
The difference between a sconce and a wall lamp is that a sconce is a type of wall lamp or wall lighting fixture. The term sconce is usually used to refer to a decorative lighting fixture whereas a wall lamp might refer to recessed lighting, spotlights or track lighting.
Usually installed in pairs or groups, sconces are decorative fixtures used to light hallways, or placed on either side of a door or bed. In addition to ambient illumination, they can provide upward or downward directional lighting, or both.
Find antique and vintage sconces and other wall lights on 1stDibs.
Usually installed in pairs or groups, sconces are decorative fixtures used to light hallways, or placed on either side of a door or bed. In addition to ambient illumination, they can provide upward or downward directional lighting, or both.
Find antique and vintage sconces and other wall lights on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
Related Questions
- What is a plug in wall sconce?1 Answer
- What is a candle sconce?1 Answer
- What is a sconce fixture?1 Answer
- What is a plug in sconce?1 Answer
- Where do you hang sconces?2 Answers
Shop for Wall Lights and Sconces on 1stDibs
Italian Brass and Murano Glass Wall Lights or Sconces in Art Deco Style, 1990s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful set of two gorgeous wall lamps made of strong transparent thick Murano glasses with inside small air bubbles and strong brass base.
Art Deco style. Made in Murano, Italy.
...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Danish Cubist Wall Sconce in Pressed Glass & Beech, Vitrika 1960s
By Vitrika
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare Lounge up-light Wall light made by Vitrika in Denmark during the 1960s. This Model is made from solid beech and set with a pressed shade in smoked glass. Fitted with E27 small...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass, Beech
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Rare Pair of Large Three Arm Murano Gold Glass Sconces 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Seguso Vetri d'Arte midcentury rare and exquisite large scale pair of three arm sconces in Murano iredescent gold blown glass mounted on original brass mounts, Italy, 1950s. These elegant classical pair of Murano glass wall lights are bold in scale with lovely blown glass details throughout. Each of the tulip-shaped cup lights has beautiful floral glass motif details including scalloped lower cups and attached leaves on curved stems which all meet at the decorative semi-circular brass mount with scalloped top and bottom edges. They are reminiscent of a bouquet of flowers. Truly an impressive Murano glass design, these extraordinary wall lights will make quite a statement piece in any interior.
These Seguso Vetri d'Arte model sconces were created for the Hotel Bristol, Merano, 1953-54. The building was built in the 1950s by Arnaldo Bennati based on a design by the Venetian architect Marino Meo...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Sculptural Brass Wall Lights Flush Mounts by Leola, 1970s
By Leola
Located in Rijssen, NL
A gorgeous pair of Sciolari style ceiling or wall by Leola. Made with brass, Germany, 1970s.
Please notice the price is for the pair.
The light fixture requires 3 E14 candelabra bu...
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Kalmar Palmette Flush Mount Light, Austria, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic midcentury Flush mount light with Murano glass pieces, made by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979.
Great geometrical shape.
Series: Palmette
Each sconce needs ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Lartigiani – Murano Glass – Grape Wall Lamp – Hand blown – Italy – 1960s
Located in NIEUWKUIJK, NB
Illuminate your space with timeless elegance! Introducing the Lartigiani Murano Glass Grape Wall Lamp, a stunning blend of Italian craftsmanship and vintage charm. Each piece is meti...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
