Pair of Amber Ribbed Glass Globe Wall SconcesChrome Fittings, 1970s Design
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The glass globe sconce belongs to a distinct strand of 1970s lighting design, where the fitting itself all but disappears behind a single, sculptural piece of glass. Ribbed or swirled amber glass was a particular favorite of the period, prized for the way it caught and warmed ordinary light, turning a small wall fixture into something closer to a piece of decorative glasswork that happened to also illuminate a room.
25 x 17 cm / 9.8 x 6.7 in per sconce — roughly the size of a large grapefruit on a short stand
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Electrical details: Before dispatch, our workshop will inspect and test the electrical system, with rewiring and replacement fittings where needed. Delivered working and ready to use.
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Choose your plug type above: table lamps arrive with that plug, ready to use. Wall and ceiling lights are connected by an electrician. Every light is checked before it leaves; the details for this piece are under “Condition & electrical details”.
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Lighting delivered in working order; see electrical details.
Pair of Amber Ribbed Glass Globe Wall Sconces, Chrome Fittings, 1970s Design
- Period
- 1970s design
- Materials
- glass, chrome-finished metal
- Dimensions
- 25 x 17 cm / 9.8 x 6.7 in per sconce — roughly the size of a large grapefruit on a short stand
DETAILS:
Size: 25 x 17 cm / 9.8 x 6.7 in per sconce — roughly the size of a large grapefruit on a short stand
Material: glass, chrome-finished metal
Style-Period: 1970s design
Weight: 1.560 kg / 3.4 lb (pair)
Shipping: professionally packed by hand, fully insured, worldwide — we handle the paperwork
Electrical: Before dispatch, our workshop will inspect and test the electrical system, with rewiring and replacement fittings where needed. Delivered working and ready to use.
Condition: generally sound, light wear to chrome fittings consistent with age and handling
Lampshade: glass shades are fixed as part of each sconce, not separate or interchangeable
Returns: accepted within 30 days
The glass globe sconce belongs to a distinct strand of 1970s lighting design, where the fitting itself all but disappears behind a single, sculptural piece of glass. Ribbed or swirled amber glass was a particular favorite of the period, prized for the way it caught and warmed ordinary light, turning a small wall fixture into something closer to a piece of decorative glasswork that happened to also illuminate a room.
This pair is built around a chrome wall mount and arm, each supporting a globe-form shade in amber-toned glass, its surface worked in a swirling, ribbed texture that catches the light unevenly across its curved body. Note how the globe's texture runs on the diagonal rather than in straight vertical ribs, a mold detail that gives the glass a sense of movement even when unlit, distinct from the more uniform fluted globes also common to the period. Each shade sits on a small beaded glass collar where it meets the chrome fitting.
The pair is in good vintage condition, with light wear to the chrome fittings consistent with age and handling. As lighting pieces, both sconces will go through our workshop to be rewired and safety-checked before dispatch, delivered working and ready to use. Hung as a pair either side of a mirror or along a hallway, their warm glass tone gives a soft, ambient glow rather than a strong directional light.
Worked in glass and chrome-finished metal, the pair weighs 1.560 kg together and measures 25 x 17 cm per sconce. Every piece we send is professionally packed by hand, fully insured, and shipped worldwide.
Condition & electrical details
Condition
Electrical details
Read our condition standard. Please ask if you need additional photographs or measurements.
A decorative style is not a guarantee of a particular maker or date. See the individual listing for the stated attribution and period.
Shipping, insurance & duties
Worldwide delivery is included in the price. Every piece is individually packed, tracked and fully insured. No shipping charge is added at checkout. If your destination is not listed, please contact us before ordering.
European Union: no customs and no import charges. Delivery usually takes 2–5 working days after dispatch.
United States: Maison Jaspers pays the tariffs and import duties for you.
United Kingdom: UK import VAT is payable on delivery (5% for antiques over 100 years old, otherwise 20%).
Other destinations: local import taxes may apply and are payable by the recipient. Contact us before ordering if you would like guidance.
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Returns
Notify us within 30 days of delivery if you wish to return a piece. No reason is required. Returns are free within the Netherlands and Belgium; from elsewhere you pay return shipping for a change-of-mind return.
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