Wall Light by Rupprecht Skrip
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking example of mid-century German ingenuity, this counterbalance wall lamp was conceived by designer Rupprecht Skrip in the 1950s and produced by Skrip Leuchten.
Wood, Teak, Coconut, Parchment Paper, Raffia
Huge Adjustable Teak Wall Light by Skrip Leuchten, circa 1950s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A very large adjustable Scandinavian Modern two - arms ( 68.9 inch left / 49.2 inch right ) teak wall light with coconut counterweights by Rupprecht Skrip, circa 1950s. Made in Germ...
Teak
$8,093Sale Price|20% Off
Huge adjustable Teak wall light Coconut Counterweights by Ruprecht Skrip
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant wall lamp from the 1950s was designed by Rupprecht Skrip for Skrip Leuchten. Made in Germany, it features teak elements and the original cylindrical shades that create a...
Teak
$5,638Sale Price|20% Off
breathtaking coconut weight wall lamp by skrip
Located in Munich, DE
wonderful teakwood wall lamp with two arms 120cm ( 47inch) + 170cm ( 67inch) . these can be adjusted in any place you like by coconat counterweights. a amazing addition to every mid ...
Teak, Coconut
Mid-Century Teak Wall Lamp with Articulating Arm and Yellow Fabric Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wall lamp combines sculptural teak craftsmanship with functional articulating design. The carved triangular mount displays woodworking techniques common in Scandinavian lighting prod...
Linen, Teak
Unavailable
H 5.91 in W 59.06 in D 63 in
Rare Wall Light by Rupprecht Skrip in Excellent Condition, 1950s, Mid-Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This amazing wall lamp was designed by Rupprecht Skrip in the 1950s. Made out of teakwood with two adjustable arms and cylindric pendulums.
Raffia, Teak, Coconut
Unavailable
H 68.9 in W 114.18 in D 68.9 in
Monumental Teak Wall Lights Lamp by Rupprecht Skrip Coconut Counterweights 1950s
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Monumental midcentury and super rare solid teak double wall light by Rupprecht Skrip, Germany circa 1950s to 1960s. Twice signed with Skrip Germany on top and Skrip Leuchte on revers...
Linen, Nylon, Teak
Wall Light by Rupprecht Skrip 1950s in Teak
Located in Berlin, DE
This fantastic lamp was designed by Rupprecht Skrip in the 1950s. Made out of teak with two coconut as counterweight and.
Teak
Rupprecht Skrip
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wall light with articulating arms, counterweights. Ball joints rotate independently, in all directions, can be lifted and lowered.
Teak
Wall Light by Rupprecht Skrip 1950s in Teak with Veneer Shade
Located in Berlin, DE
This fantastic lamp was designed by Rupprecht Skrip in the 1950s. Made out of teak with two teak counterweights and veneer shade.
Teak
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H 47.25 in W 78.75 in D 61.03 in
Mid Century Modern Wall Light by Rupprecht Skrip for Skrip Leuchten, Teak 1960s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
This refined wall light from the 1950s was designed by Rupprecht Skrip for Skrip Leuchten. Crafted in Germany, it features elegant teak elements and straw lampshades, creating a warm...
Teak, Textile
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H 47.25 in W 78.75 in D 61.03 in
Mid Century Modern Wall Light by Rupprecht Skrip for Skrip Leuchten, Teak 1960s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
This refined wall light from the 1950s was designed by Rupprecht Skrip for Skrip Leuchten. Crafted in Germany, it features elegant teak elements and straw lampshades, creating a warm...
Natural Fiber, Teak
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H 23 in W 5.75 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Rupprecht Skrip Style Wall Lamp with Green Rattan Shade, 1960's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely, Mid-Century wall light in the style of German industrial designer Rupprecht Skrip. The natural Wenge wood and rattan elements of this one-of-a-kind fishing pole light with a ...
Rattan, Wenge
Rupprecht Skrip Wall Lamp with Adjustable Swivel Arms in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rupprecht Skrip for Skrip Leuchten, wall lamp, teak, cord, parchment, Germany, 1958.
Teak, Cord, Coconut, Parchment Paper
Mid Century Teak Wall Lights Lamp by Rupprecht Skrip, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
This large and super rare mid century solid teak double wall light by Rupprecht Skrip (Germany) was made in the 1950s. The wall lamp has a solid teak base, two ball-joints with two t...
Cord, Teak
Wonderful Rupprecht Skrip Counter Weight Wall Lamp
Located in Munich, DE
Both arms ( 120cm & 170cm ) can be moved in various positions and be adjusted by iron filled wood pieces. Wonderful piece of midcentury furniture with original seagrass shades.
Wood
Wall Lamp in Teak by Rupprecht Skrip, 1950s
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A teak wall lamp designed by Rupprecht Skrip in the 1950s. The two cantilevers are adjustable in all directions by balljoints and are held in position by counterweights.
Straw, Teak
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H 21.66 in W 59.06 in D 5.91 in
Teak Wall Light by Rupprecht Skrip, 1950s-1960s, Mid-Century Modern Design Lamp
Located in Berlin, DE
An amazing Rupprecht Skrip wall light. With lot of adjustable positions for any living situation.
Teak
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H 84.65 in W 94.49 in D 66.93 in
Mid-Century Modern Wall Light with coconut counterweights by Rupprecht Skrip
Located in Berlin, Germany
Very rare double wall lamp made of Teak wood designed by Rupprecht Skrip and produced in Germany, circa 1950s-1960s by Skrip Leuchten.
Teak
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H 47.25 in W 78.75 in D 61.03 in
Elegant Wall Light by Rupprecht Skrip for Skrip Leuchten, Teak and Straw, 1950s
Located in Munster, NRW
This elegant 1950s wall light was designed by Rupprecht Skrip for Skrip Leuchten. The piece made in Germany consists of teak elements, the lampshades are made of straw.
Straw, Teak, Coconut
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H 68.9 in W 114.18 in D 68.9 in
Monumental Teak Wall Lights Lamp by Rupprecht Skrip Coconut Counterweights 1950s
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Monumental and super rare solid teak double wall light by Rupprecht Skrip, Germany circa 1950s-1960s. Very refined and adjustable midcentury wall lamp which has a solid teak base, tw...
Linen, Nylon, Teak
Articulating Wall Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Articulating wall sconce Made in Italy Black metal & brass fixture. The arm pivots left to right, and the shade moves in all directions. Measures: 6.5”w x 21”d x 16”h.
Metal, Brass
Ellias High Wall Lamp
Located in Paris, FR
Wall lamp Ellias High with all structure in solid brass, 2 bulbs, lamp holder type E27, max 25 watt, bulbs not included.
Brass
Scandinavian Teak Wall Lamp with Woven Straw Shade, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Scandinavian wall lamp from the 1960s, featuring a beautifully sculpted teak arm and an organic woven straw shade. The lamp extends approximately 61 cm (24 in) from the wall,...
Straw, Teak
$1,364 / set
H 5.91 in W 1.19 in D 23.63 in
Swedish mid-century telescope wall lamps, teak and brass, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A pair of Swedish modernist wall lamps made from solid teak with pivotal telescope arm adjustable in height. A model known as fishing rod lamps. Brass details and cone shaped shades ...
Brass
Ellias Medium Wall Lamp
Located in Paris, FR
Wall lamp Ellias medium with all structure in solid brass, 2 bulbs, lamp holder type E14, max 25 watt, bulbs not included.
Brass
Mid-Century Teak and Rattan Swing Arm Wall Lamp by Temde, Swiss, 1960s
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This exquisite wall lamp by Swiss manufacturer Temde from the 1960s showcases the timeless beauty of mid-century design. Crafted from high-quality teak, the lamp features an elegant,...
Rattan, Teak
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable teak and beige fabric string wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 14.0"H x 7.5"W x 28.0"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches)...
Fabric, Teak
Extendable teak wall lamp, 1960
By Rispal
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Extendable teak and brass wall lamp attributed to Maison Rispal, France, 1960. The pleated rhodoid shade is encircled by a wooden frame. The reflector arm slides and pivots. Beautifu...
Brass
Wall lamp Ingo Maurer Delight
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Model: Delight Designer: Frans van Nieuwenborg, Martijn Wegman (1980) Delight by Ingo Maurer is a heat-resistant fiberglass fabric illuminated by a bulb. Ingo Maurer’s sense of humo...
Fabric
Wall Lamp
By FOS
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish artist FOS (1971) has the unique ability to make the complicated understandable while playing and challenging himself, the audience and the art world as such. FOS’ total insta...
Brass
Mid Century Modern Teak Wall Lamp by Temde Leuchten
By Domus
Located in Hannover, DE
This beautiful wall lamp made up of solid teak wall lamp with a wool lampshade is a rare find. Its simple, timeless design will blend seamlessly with the overall look of your home. T...
Wool, Teak
Adjustable Mid-Century Wooden Wall Lamp with Rattan Shade, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
This adjustable mid-century wall lamp dates from the 1970s and showcases a harmonious combination of solid oak construction and a woven rattan shade. The design emphasizes natural ma...
Rattan, Oak
Stilnovo adjustable wall lamp with wood Italy 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This rare and large adjustable wall lamp, designed and crafted by Stilnovo in the 1950s, stands out as a unique piece due to its distinctive use of a wooden arm—a material rarely emp...
Aluminum, Brass
Adjustable Wall Sconce
Located in Culver City, CA
Adjustable Wall Sconce Made in Italy 5”w x 13”d x 12”h
Metal
Articulating Italian Two-Arm Sconce
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Great Italian articulating wall sconce with two swinging brass arms, each different lengths with unique black metal shades. Newly produced in Italy, wired to American standards.
Metal, Brass
Wall Sconce by Gentner Design
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Geneve, CH
Wall sconce by Gentner Design Dimensions: D 10 x W 16.5 x H 10 cm Materials: brass All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to the USA it will be wired for ...
Brass
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.9"H x 6.5"W x 6.5"D Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.4” H x ...
Metal
$17,051
H 29.53 in W 23.23 in D 23.23 in
Viggo Boesen Model 30 Armchair, Beechwood & Niger Leather, Denmark 1940s
By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in København K, 84
This rare armchair, model 30, was designed by Viggo Boesen attributed to and produced by Slagelse Møbelværk in Denmark during the 1940s, a formative period of pre-war and early post-...
Goatskin, Beech, Leather
$320 / item
H 2.75 in W 6.29 in D 2.36 in
Ardium Mini Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce
Located in İstiklal, TR
ARDIUM Mini Brass Wall Sconce, a timeless lighting fixture designed to add elegance and sophistication to any space. Crafted from heavy brass, this sconce features a G9 socket that i...
Brass
$4,900 / set
H 13 in W 20.87 in D 17.33 in
Custom-Made 'Black' Galets by Stephane Ducatteu for Decoratum
By Stephane Ducatteau
Located in London, London
Custom-made 'Black' Galets Centre Table Metal Structure by Stephane Ducatteau, France 2007. Signed. All Ducatteau pieces are available exclusively from Decoratum and are To Order on...
Concrete, Steel
$1,091Sale Price|20% Off
H 22.68 in W 1.19 in D 13.23 in
Swedish grace Art Deco 1930s silver Mirror, in the Vibe of Axel Einar Hjorth
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Forest, BE
Cute silver painted Swedish grace Art Deco mirror. Showing traces of time and use but with a nice patina. Little hook to hang it to the wall. Perfect to fit in narrow places. Son p...
Mirror, Hardwood
$13,413
H 31.11 in W 18.12 in D 72.05 in
Florence Knoll Sideboard Model 116 with Seagrass Sliding Doors
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sideboard model 116 designed by Florence Knoll in 1948 for Knoll International, USA. Early edition in teak wood with original seagrass covered sliding doors and brown leather handles...
Metal
Gio Ponti for M. Singer and Sons Rare Model 2160 Floating Credenza
By Gio Ponti, M. Singer & Sons
Located in Raleigh, NC
A stunning mid-century modern credenza by the legendary Italian designer Gio Ponti, crafted circa 1950–1951 for M. Singer & Sons. This exquisite Model 2160 features a sleek, low-prof...
Wood, Walnut
$3,485 / item
H 16.93 in W 46.46 in D 14.18 in
Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Mohair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen, a key figure in the Danish Modern movement, designed the Entre Series in 1956 as a modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish desi...
Velvet, Oak
$47,000
H 33 in W 39.5 in D 14 in
Mid-20th Century J.M. Frank-Inspired Wood Writing Desk by Comte S.A., Argentina
By Adolphe Chanaux & Co., Jean-Michel Frank, Comte S.A.
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern wood writing desk by Argentine company Comte S.A., based on a design from Jean-Michel Frank and Chanaux & Co. By: Comte S.A., Jean-Michel Frank (In the style...
Metal, Enamel
Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Writing desk, ash, brass, formica, Italy, 1950s Very elegant desk made in Italy in the 1950s. The framework is executed in ash. The upper part of this piece is made from ash veneer,...
Brass
Franco Buzzi for O-Luce Wall Light in Brass and Aluminum
By O-Luce, Franco Buzzi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Franco Buzzi for O-Luce, wall light, model 'B3', enameled aluminum, enameled steel, brass, Italy, 1949 This exceptional Italian wall-mounted wall light is the B3 model designed by F...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Ida Trestle Table made from Black Walnut
By Petersen Antiques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This walnut dining table is fully collapsible in four parts, no tools required. The top is 2" thick, legs are 3" thick, all in hand selected, beautifully matched solid black walnut b...
Walnut
$920 / set
H 8.66 in Dm 4.33 in
Vintage Ifö of Sweden Ceramic Bathroom Lamps with Opaline Shades from the 1960s
By Ifö Electric, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A beautifully preserved pair of mid-century bathroom wall sconces designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for the iconic Swedish lighting manufacturer IFÖ. These refined fixtures exemplify J...
Porcelain, Opaline Glass
Danish Modern Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is a versatile size and can be used as a bookshelf, bar, media cabinet, vitrine, or wall cabinet. It consists...
Glass, Wood, Teak
$2,250
H 25.5 in W 19.75 in D 19 in
Frode Holm Vanity or Accent Chair in Mahogany Danish Mid-Century, 1950's
By Frode Holm, Illums Bolighus
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare variant of Frode Holms well-knows vanity chair. This version has a closed back and square cut legs made of mahogany. Super stylish chair perfect for the lady of the manor. Over...
Mahogany
Art. Deco Leather Tub Chair by Gunlocke c. 1940's
By Gunlocke
Located in New York, NY
Voguish Art Deco tub chair, made by Gunlocke, circa 1940's. The chair features a chic distressed green leather surface, it is structurally sound and sturdy, and in clean and ready to...
Leather, Walnut
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.
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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.