Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces
Articulating brass arms, tulip shades, and globe forms for living rooms and studies. Shop from Arteriors, Hudson Valley, Visual Comfort, and more.
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Mid-century modern wall sconces use articulating brass arms, tulip and cone shades in smoked glass and spun metal, and geometric half-globe forms to add directional and ambient light with a distinctly retro-forward character. These fixtures reference the architect-designed interior lighting of the 1950s and 1960s — functional objects with considered form that earn their place on a wall as design pieces as much as light sources.
In living rooms and studies, a pair of articulating brass arm sconces flanking a sofa or reading chair provides adjustable task and accent light that suits the functional aesthetic of mid-century modern design. In dining rooms and entryways, a pair of globe or tulip sconces mounted at 60 to 66 inches adds warm accent light that complements the brass and walnut finish palette. The articulating arm form is especially at home in a mid-century modern home office or study.
We carry mid-century modern wall sconces from Arteriors, Hudson Valley Lighting, Visual Comfort, Corbett Lighting, and Troy Lighting. Free shipping on orders over $199 across Canada.
| Location | Mounting height | Spacing |
|---|---|---|
| Living room / dining room | 60" from floor to center | 28-36" apart |
| Bedside reading | 24-30" above mattress | 30-36" from bed centerline each side |
| Study / home office | 68-72" from floor | N/A (single or pair) |
| Entryway | 66" from floor to center | N/A (single) |
| Hallway | 66" from floor to center | 8-10' between fixtures |
