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Waterfall Crystal Sconce

Pair of Crystal Waterfall Sconces by Richard Essig, Germany, 1960s
By Richard Essig
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A pair of sconces made by Richard Essig, Germany. Beautiful crystal glass with metal fixture. Great
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass

Pair of Italian Crystal Sconces w/ Waterfall Tops and Scrolling Metal Armature
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian crystal five-light sconces from the mid-20th century. This pair of Italian
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Mid-20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Elegant Pair of Mid-20th Century Crystal Waterfall Wall Sconces from France
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pair of three-light crystal wall sconces from the mid-20th century. This pair of vintage
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Mid-20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Set of 6 1960s Swedish Regency 24K Gold Plate w/ Crystal Waterfall Wall Sconces
By Palwa
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Set of 6 Swedish Regency 24K Plate with Cut Crystal Waterfall Form Sconces. Stunning and rare to
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Beaded Crystal Waterfall Wall Lights
Located in New York, NY
The metal frame hung with crystal drops and pendants. Each with three candlearms. Not electrified.
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Metal

19thc Gustavian Cut Cascading Crystal Wall Sconce
Located in Opa Locka, FL
19thc Gustavian Bronze Cut Crystal Cascading Waterfall Form Wall Sconce. This sconce is in its
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Antique 1850s Swedish Gustavian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Waterfall Venini Style Wall Light Sconces Blue Murano Glass & Chrome 70s
By Paolo Venini
Located in Trensacq, FR
A pair of Paulo Venini-style waterfall wall light sconces. Striking Murano glass cascades each with
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Monumental Empire Style Crystal and Bronze Sconces, Austria, 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Pair of gilt bronze and crystal 1930s or older, waterfall sconces in empire style. Each fixture
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Empire Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Metal

Venini Waterfall Wall Lamp, Murano Glass, Italy, 1960
By Venini
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb and rare venini waterfall wall lamp designated and produced in italy in the 1960s. Cut
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Tiered Crystal French Art Deco Wall Sconces Attrib to Sue et Mare
By Sue et Mare
Located in New York City, NY
A pair of elegant French Art Deco tiered waterfall sconces attributed to Louis Süe and André Mare
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Nickel

Venini waterfall wall lamp, Murano glass stems, Italy 1970
By Venini
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb and rare Venini waterfall wall light designed and produced in Italy in the 1970s. Wall light
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Modern Square Glass Rod Wall Sconces of Sciolari for Lightoliers
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Rijssen, NL
brass detail and hanging waterfall glass giving each piece an elegant appearance which refracts the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of large two tier handblown Murano glass feather sconces Barovier et Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York City, NY
A pair of large double tier Barovier et Toso hand-blown crystal leaf sconces. (Seven or possibly
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Blown Glass

One of the Three Pairs Modern Glass Rod Wall Sconces of Sciolari for Lightoliers
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Rijssen, NL
brass detail and hanging waterfall glass giving each piece an elegant appearance which refracts the
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Set of four large two tier handblown Murano feather sconces by Barovier et Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York City, NY
A set of four of large double tier Barovier et Toso hand-blown crystal leaf sconces. (Seven or
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Blown Glass

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This monumental piece of furniture, of Veneto-Alto Veneto provenance, made entirely of lacquered fir wood. Full seventeenth century (ca. 1650) is presented as an imposing double-bodi...
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Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Bookcases

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Art Deco Murano Textured Glass and Brass Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
A glowing pair of Deco style Murano textured glass and brass sconces in an elongated tubular shape. We were drawn to the craftsmanship and lush thickness of the glass. Each sconce re...
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German Sputnik Chandelier, 6 x White Glass Balls, Original 1970s
By Richard Essig
Located in Berlin, BE
Great classic, original from the 1970s. Sputnik lamp with 6 opal glass globes, white metal frame. Manufacturer: Richard Essig Total height: 130 cm (new end wiring) / 51.2 inches ...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Outdoor Rated Ada Sconce 17 Black & Brass by Ravenhill Studio
By Brendan Ravenhill
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ada sconce gets its name and its raison d’être from the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which dictates that hallway sconces must not protrude from the wall more than 4”. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces

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Sheet Metal

Outdoor Rated Ada Sconce 9 Black by Ravenhill Studio
By Brendan Ravenhill
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ada sconce gets its name and its raison d’être from the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which dictates that hallway sconces must not protrude from the wall more than 4”. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces

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Sheet Metal

Upholstered Daybed Chaise Longues
Located in Sheffield, MA
Graceful and inviting, the recamier chaise with arched back and rolled arm. The fainting couch is upholstered but it does show some ware. Although made in the Victorian period, it ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Chaise Longues

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Upholstery

Upholstered Daybed Chaise Longues
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19th C. French Charles X Restoration Period Sewing Stand Work Table
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce period Charles X (1818-1834) French Restoration mahogany travailleuse sewing (thread stand - side table - jewelry dressing table) with light, warm, beautifully aged patina....
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Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X End Tables

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Bronze, Ormolu

Swedish Karl Johan/ Empire Meridienne/ Recamier in Carved Mahogany w/ Upholstery
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptionally beautiful Karl Johan meridienne or fainting couch with graceful curves and foliate and fleur-de-lis carvings on the mahogany frame, with upholstered back, seat and s...
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Karl Johan Daybeds

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Cotton, Upholstery, Mahogany

Richard Essig Space Age Design Sputnik hanging lamp - white, gold -
By Richard Essig
Located in Budapest, HU
Richard Essig Szputnyik Space Age Ceiling Lamp - White-Gold Vase with Glass Spheres Description: Presenting an extraordinary piece of design history - the Richard Essig Szputnyik Sp...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Outdoor Rated Ada Sconce 25 Black & Brass by Ravenhill Studio
By Brendan Ravenhill
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ada sconce gets its name and its raison d’être from the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which dictates that hallway sconces must not protrude from the wall more than 4”. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Sheet Metal

Outdoor Rated Ada Sconce 17 Black by Ravenhill Studio
By Brendan Ravenhill
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ada sconce gets its name and its raison d’être from the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which dictates that hallway sconces must not protrude from the wall more than 4”. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces

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Sheet Metal

Edge Wall Light in Solid Brass Contemporary
Located in Westport, CT
Wall light in solid brass with metal mesh panels. Shown in black bronze finish and gold mesh panels. 2 x candelabra 40W Can be made for outdoor use with the addition of glass pane...
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2010s Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Metal

Large Glass Sconce Wall Fixture by Hillebrand, Germany
By Hillebrand
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large handcrafted glass on a chromed base sconces by Hillebrand, Germany, circa 1960s. It consists of textured quality clear crystal shade on a chrome frame. The design allows ...
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Pair Plaster Palm Beach Shell Seashell Wall Light Sconces Serge Roche Manner
By Serge Roche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 1950s vintage Palm Beach plaster shell seashell wall light sconces. Wired for U.S. No chips or breaks. Comes ready to mount on wall. Manner of Serge Roche. Dimensions: 6.5 H ...
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Vintage 1950s French Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century Floor Lamp, Large Funky Orange, Glass & Chrome, 1970s, Germany
By Doria Leuchten Germany, Richard Essig
Located in Andernach, DE
Expressive large floor lamp – here with the very best of the German 60s-70s design flair. Vibrantly coloured and equally wild patterned lampshade in oranges, browns & beige, combined...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Antique Regency Satinwood Récamier Chase Lounge Sofa Fainting Couch Daybed
Located in Dayton, OH
"A rare and impressive Regency period Récamier sofa or fainting couch, circa 1820s. Exquisite and vibrant Satinwood sleigh form featuring a scroll crest rail, rolled and flared arms....
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Antique 1820s Regency Chaise Longues

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Waterfall Crystal Sconces
By Maison Baguès
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Crystal beads over a metal frame with small light bulbs.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Waterfall Crystal Sconces
Waterfall Crystal Sconces
H 77 in W 12 in D 8 in
Pair of Palwa Crystal Glass Waterfall Sconces
By Palwa
Located in Frisco, TX
rows of faceted crystals. Each sconce takes two European E 14 candelabra bulbs with max. 40 Watt per
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Vintage 1970s German Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Waterfall Sconce in Gold-Plated Brass with Crystal Glass
By Luxxu
Located in New York, NY
This creation represents a natural sensation of waterfalls. An elegant and modern wall lighting
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Modern Waterfall Crystal Glass Technical Wall Lamp by Luxxu
By Luxxu
Located in New York, NY
Modern Waterfall Crystal Glass Technical Wall Lamp by Luxxu Modern Waterfall Crystal Glass
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Waterfall II Crystal Glass Technical Wall Lamp by Luxxu
By Luxxu
Located in New York, NY
Waterfall II big wall lamp represents a natural sensation of waterfalls. Made with gold plated
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Waterfall Torch Wall Lamp in Gold-Plated Brass and Crystal Glass
By Luxxu
Located in New York, NY
Combined with the best of contemporary and modern design, made with the best brass, crystal glass
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Pair of Crystal Sconces, Wall Lamps, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Rare Wall Lights
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Crystal sconces, pair of wall lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, in the late 1950s-early 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair of Waterfall Crystal Sconces
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of Parisian Belle Epoche "Waterfall" crystal sconces
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Antique 19th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Two-Light Brass and Crystal Waterfall Sconces
Located in Troy, MI
Found in England, this pair of circa 1940s two-light sconces feature a brass frame draped with
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Early 20th Century English Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Brass

Pair of Caldwell Waterfall Sconces, Circa 1920s
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell sconces unusual size with crystal hangings, 12 interior lights. In
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Early 20th Century American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Bronze

A circa 1900's large waterfall design Caldwell sconces.
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell large sconces with very unique waterfalls design. with 10 interior
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Antique Early 1900s American Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Bronze

Antique French "Waterfall" Bronze and Crystal Light
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French "Waterfall" Bronze and Crystal Light
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Antique 19th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Elegant Modern Crystal Wall Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
forms. The crystals can be adjusted and manipulated for various looks as illustrated, with waterfall
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Vintage 1970s European Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Brass

Elegant Modern Crystal Wall Sconces
Elegant Modern Crystal Wall Sconces
H 12 in W 5.75 in D 4.75 in
Pair of Brass and Crystal Sconces
Located in North Miami, FL
Brass waterfall sconces with salmon pink teardrop crystals and clear beading. 60's glamour.
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20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair of Brass and Crystal Sconces
Pair of Brass and Crystal Sconces
H 8.5 in W 11 in D 6.5 in
Mid-Century Baccarat Crystal Wall Sconce
By Baccarat
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century wall sconce in lead crystal. 15 pieces placed in waterfall shape, three bulbs, new
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Baccarat Crystal Wall Sconce
Mid-Century Baccarat Crystal Wall Sconce
H 12.21 in W 10.24 in D 5.52 in
Charming Waterfall Chandelier Wall Appliqué
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Charming waterfall chandelier wall appliqué A Charming little wall light it has 2 layers of
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Mid-20th Century Adam Style Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

Charming Pair of Waterfall Chandelier Wall Lights
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A charming pair of waterfall chandelier wall lights A charming pair of chandelier wall lights
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Set of Three Wall Lamps French Crystal and Brass Wall Sconces
Located in Bastogne, BE
A wonderful and rare set of three gilt brass and crystal cascading waterfall wall sconces
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Vintage 1960s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Italian Column-Style Carved-Wood 2-Light Wall Sconces with Crystal Accents, Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian pair of column-style two light sconces with crystal accents from the mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

Louis XVI Style Pair of French Balloon Sconces Silvered Brass and Crystal
Located in Prato, Tuscany
-shaped elongated and stylized, all positioned to form a shiny waterfall. The shape of the two sconces is
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Amazing Vintage Set Of 3 Wall Lamps French Crystal And Brass Wall Sconces, 60s
Located in Bastogne, BE
A wonderful and rare set of three gilt brass and crystal cascading waterfall wall sconces
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Brand van Egmond Love You Love You Not Sconce Wall Lamp White Rose Minimal
By William Brand, Brand van Egmond 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
into Brand van Egmond’s new collection as a waterfall of emotions. The name of this lamp refers to the
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Murano Crystal Lavender, Pink Teardrop Waterfall Chandelier
By Murano 5, Venini
Located in Antwerp, BE
Glass teardrop 1970s chandelier designed by Venini, Murano. Bright brass frames suspend crystal
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Murano Crystal Lavender, Pink Teardrop Waterfall Chandelier
Murano Crystal Lavender, Pink Teardrop Waterfall Chandelier
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H 35.44 in Dm 17.33 in L 35.44 in
Glam Brass and Crystal Chandelier
Located in North Miami, FL
60's-glam brass waterfall chandelier with salmon pink teardrop crystals and clear beading
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20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Crystal Waterfall Wall Lights, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
A pair of small crystal three-tier mirror backed crystal wall lights. Floral motif metal work
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

Modern Sciolari Glass Rod Waterfall Wall Sconces for Lightolier, 1970
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Rijssen, NL
sconces have a pull-string (on and off) on the bottom (see image) which can be left or removed and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Modern Sciolari Glass Rod Waterfall Wall Sconces for Lightolier, 1970
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Rijssen, NL
sconces have a pull-string (on and off) on the bottom (see image) which can be left or removed and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Modern Sciolari Glass Rod Waterfall Wall Sconces for Lightolier, 1970
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Rijssen, NL
sconce has a messing base and brass fittings with 2 E27 sockets. Cleaned and well-wired, in full
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Italian Pair of Ornately Decorated Crystal & Gilded Metal Three-Light Sconces
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian vintage three-light crystal sconces. This pair of Italian crystal sconces each
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Mid-20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Louis XVI Style Brass and Crystal Balloon Wall Sconce France
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Small and pretty wall sconce with a typical hot-air balloon shape; the whole structure, in brass
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Louis XVI Style Pair of French Balloon Wall Sconces Brass and Crystal
Located in Prato, Tuscany
elongated and stylized drop and positioned to form a waterfall. The shape of the two sconces is the Classic
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair of Large, French Empire Style Four-Light Wall Sconces with Mirrored Backs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
statement in your room. These are in the Classic waterfall shape which begins at the top with four
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Murano Crystal Lavender, Pink Teardrop Waterfall Chandelier
By Murano 5, Venini
Located in Antwerp, BE
Glass teardrop 1970s chandelier designed by Venini, Murano. Bright brass frames suspend crystal
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair of XXL Modern Glass Rod Waterfall Wall Sconces of Sciolari for Lightolier
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Rijssen, NL
detail and hanging 22 waterfall glass giving each piece an elegant appearance which refracts the light
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Pair of English Water fall Sconces
Located in Scarsdale, NY
Gorgeous English Waterfall sconces. Mirrored backs.
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Vintage 1940s English Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

French Crystal and Gilded Brass Chandelier, circa 1880
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Late Victorian French crystal and gilded brass chandelier, circa 1880. The tent form top has a
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Antique 1880s French Late Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Early 20th Century French Tiered and Branch Chandelier
Located in Stockport, GB
waterfall effect. The top tent is formed from glass buttons and crystal coffin lids. There are three inner
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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Crystal Sconces (Pair) by Carl Fagerlunder, Orrefors, 1960s, Rare Wall Lights
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Crystal sconces, pair of wall lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the late 1950s to early 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Crystal Sconces 'Pair' Wall Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Crystal Sconces, pair of wall lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the late 1950s-early 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Brass

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Waterfall Crystal Sconce For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the waterfall crystal sconce you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each waterfall crystal sconce for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, crystal and stone. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect waterfall crystal sconce — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each waterfall crystal sconce bearing mid-century modern, Art Deco or Empire hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made waterfall crystal sconce over the years, but those crafted by Gaetano Sciolari, Edward F. Caldwell & Co. and Palwa are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Waterfall Crystal Sconce?

Prices for a waterfall crystal sconce start at $450 and top out at $16,000 with the average selling for $2,380.

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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