Objects of the Day: A Pair of 1930’s-era Wall Sconces

I’m always in favor of subtle, indirect lighting. One way to achieve a warm atmosphere in a room is to light the walls. This highlights the architecture of the room and provides a gentle light which is perfect for a relaxing evening. I use a lot of wall sconces and favor antique and vintage fixtures because of their visual impact and craftsmanship.


This pair of two-arm wall sconces dates to the 1930’s. Crafted in brass with a lovely patina, these sconces take a very French style without being overly Rococo. The graceful arms extend from sculpted wall plates which have been adorned with flowers and leaves. The arms themselves are carved to resemble branches draped with flowering vines. Embellished with tear-drop shaped crystals and French pendalogues, these sconces case the perfect amount of light from behind shirred cream shades.

While you’re not going to want to perform surgery or fix a computer under such low-wattage light, it does make for the perfect ambiance for a calm and peaceful evening.