What is a Wall Sconce?
A wall sconce is one of any number of styles of wall-mounted light fixture. The first wall sconce was probably a well-placed outcropping of stone in a cave that was used to hold a stone bowl full of animal fat with a wick of twisted reeds. Through the years, as oil lamps gave way to candles and candles back to hurricane lamps, a wall-mounting was often the choice location for a lighting fixture. It could shed light over a larger area than a table-top fixture, and was out of the way, allowing the floor space to be used for other purposes. In the days of candlelight, the wall bracket would have stood taller than the tallest candle, to shield the wall from the blackening of a flame in a draft. If backed by a shiny metal reflector, a single candle could throw more light into a room; the rich might even have mirrored sconces. The invention of the blown glass ‘hurricane’ shade kept the candle flame contained and made the lighting even more brilliant. Candlelight and whale oil gave way briefl
When you see a bracket projecting from a wall holding a candle or electric light, you’re looking at a wall sconce! It’s a creative accessory which will compliment the beauty in your home, adding mood to the ambiance. Wall sconces can be planned for or added in later depending on the electric wiring accessibility. They will light a hallway, dramatize a wall in any room, provide security, and even accent your favorite work of art! Choose one or a set, from a variety of styles. Be sure to harmonize with the style you’re developing in your home, be it old world, rustic, traditional, contemporary, or futuristic! The galaxy of wall sconces available will surely turn the lights on in your imagination. There are choices available such as bowl glass, cone glass, cup glass, swing arm, tiffany, just to name a few. You can try double-fixtured wall sconces for double the charm! The price range is generally around the $100 mark, not including installation, and of course, you can always spend more fo
