Art Deco Wall Sconces
Art Deco wall sconces rely on geometry, contrast and repetition
Art Deco lighting works best when its lines relate to the room’s architecture or furniture. Stepped forms, vertical fluting, polished metal and graphic contrast can frame a mirror, headboard or corridor without requiring every object in the room to follow the same style.
Use symmetry selectively
A pair of sconces can reinforce a doorway, bed or console, while a repeated row can establish rhythm in hospitality spaces. Mark centerlines from the object being framed and check the composition from adjacent rooms. Avoid adding too many competing geometric statements in one view.
Control sparkle and glare
Clear glass and reflective finishes can amplify the visible source. Review standing and seated sightlines and select a suitable lamp or dimming combination where specified. Opal glass and shielded sources produce a softer interpretation of the style.
- Measure projection and backplate dimensions.
- Coordinate metal undertones with nearby finishes.
- Verify voltage, source, controls and included components.
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