Casting the right light in your home can transform the entire atmosphere of your décor. And while wattage certainly plays a key role in that transformation, style is not to be overlooked. Installing overhead lighting or wall sconces requires some effort, so today Contemporary Lighting Blog decided to focus on a design-savvy lighting trend that is easy to bring home: mid-century and modern wall lamps from the best design and lighting brands of the world! With beautiful lines, silhouettes, and brass details mixed with earthy textures, what’s not to love?

1.NANCY WALL

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Nancy wall lamp is the lighting piece that will add that extra glow to your mid-century modern house. The lam is handmade in brass and aluminum and it has golden arcs, a typical art déco detail. You can turn on light with the mid-century pull chain, and get ready to enlighten your world and set the perfect mysterious, yet elegant ambiance. Nancy wall lamp is the right choice for a mid-century entryway décor or for the lobby of a hotel.

2.BRUBECK WALL

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Luxury and art deco are synonym with this Brubeck wall sconce lighting design. Inspired by the timeless musical instrument that is the pipe organ and one of the foremost exponents of jazz, Dave Brubeck, this luxurious wall sconce is a statement piece on its own. For a finishing touch, it boasts a very art deco gold-plated finish. This modern wall sconce to light up your home, making it the perfect candidate for a maximalist dining room, or even an entryway decor project.

3.COLTRANE WALL

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Coltrane mid-century wall sconce is inspired by the famous John Coltrane and it is the perfect piece to create a beautiful lighting effect both indoors and outdoors. Handmade in steel by DelightFULL’s skilled artisans, it is a great example of how less is more. This wall light fixture has matte black and gold powder paint finishes, which give it a more contemporary style. It is prepared to be used in more humid atmospheres, making it the perfect outdoor sconce. You can pair up to two iron tubes, which will help to create a statement in your modern home decor. Additionally, it can be used in more minimalist hotel rooms.

4.GALLIANO WALL

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Meet Galliano, a special modern wall lamp with a minimalist style that allows you to fit it in every room of your home, regardless the style of your interior design. It’s not coincidence that this wall lamp is one of DelightFULL’s top best sellers. Made of iron with a matte black exterior and a gold powder paint interior finishing, Galliano produces a unique lighting effect when you see light being casted thought its pipes. You can have its finishes customized as well as the number of its tubes that can go up to 3. Ideal as a decorative bathroom wall lighting or as an entrance lighting, Galliano wall lamp will certainly elevate the decoration of your space.

5.ATOMIC WALL

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Atomic wall light is a mid-century modern lighting design inspired by the atomic discoveries of the mid-20th century. With multiple round shades that resemble the molecular composition of the atom, this interior wall light can give a fun twist to a contemporary home decor. Its body is handmade in brass and steel, with both a glossy black and a gold-plated finish. The lamp shades feature a glossy black lacquer on the exterior, while gold powder paint is used for the interior shade. It is with a modern vibe that this indoor wall light creates a statement of mid-century modern design in a contemporary living room, displaying each detail as a faithful reproduction of the glamorous 1950s.

6.BASIE WALL

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Basie wall light fixture is a modern representation of the sci-fi aesthetics of the 1960s. The vintage mid-century lamp has a set of distinctive features which make it a stunning statement piece. It is an indoor wall light handmade in brass, with a center shade made in aluminum and a mesmerizing gold-plated standard finish. The lamp shade is lacquered a glossy white for a more modern look. Being the sleek and sophisticated piece that is is, it works beautifully as a decorative wall light in any contemporary entryway or living room.

7.CHARLES WALL

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Charles is a modern vanity light designed by DelightFULL and inspired by the mid-century lighting classics. A simple lighting design, Charles is handmade in brass and aluminum by some of the finest artisans in Portugal. The mount is made of brass, with a nickel plated finish, while the shades have minimalist perforation details and also feature a nickel plated and a matte white finish. It is a mid-century wall sconce that creates a stunning visual effect, having the possibility of being used with one or two diffusers. The perfect wall lamp shade for a Scandinavian style bedroom, or a contemporary bathroom.

8.CHUCK WALL

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Inspired by the rock and roll world and the legendary Chuck Berry, DelightFULL has created Chuck wall light. This minimalist wall sconce is all about emotion and rhythm, conveying a vibrant feeling to any room. Its small body and mount are handmade in brass with a standard gold-plated finish, whilst the actual lampshade is built in aluminum and features a glossy black lacquer. One of the best things about this small black wall light is that you can combine multiple pieces to create a more dynamic look in your home decor. This minimalist interior wall light is the right fit for a contemporary living room decor, but it also sits well as a bedside wall lamp.

9.DIANA WALL

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Diana is a vintage industrial wall lamp, inspired by the classic designs of the mid-century modern age. A true industrial design icon, Diana has a mount and swing arm handmade in brass, with a lamp shade made in aluminum. The counterweight we find at the extremity is made out of steel for a more secure grip. While the mount and body boast a stunning nickel plated finish, the shade and counterweight are lacquered a glossy red, with the inside of the lamp being matte white for a smoother cast of light.

10.DIZZY WALL

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A modern-day interpretation of the mid-century modern lighting designs produced in the 1950s and 1960s, Dizzy wall sconce is 100% designed and handmade in Portugal. This stilnovo lighting design is built in brass, with nickel plated and glossy white standard finishes, which can all be customized according to your needs and your interior design project. Due to its minimalist character, Dizzy white wall lamp is an extremely versatile piece, which can be used in almost any room of your mid-century modern home. It works great as a decorative wall light in a scandinavian style bedroom, or even as a bedside wall lamp.

11.ELLA WALL

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Ella wall light fixture is a retro lighting design with a slight minimalist vibe that will bring a new life to your home decor. The structure of this retro wall lamp is handmade in brass, while the lampshades are built in aluminum. It features two diffusers lacquered a glossy black, which can be customized using any RAL color of your choosing. Both the lamp mount and the body feature a sleek nickel plated finish, making it perfect for contemporary home interiors. You can also use it in Scandinavian style bedrooms or living room areas to add a fun and retro touch.

12.ETTA WALL

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Etta is one of DelightFULL’s most feminine and luxurious wall lights. Inspired by the memorable jazz singer Etta Jones, this mid-century wall sconce can elevate any ordinary home decor to an oasis of sophistication and luxury. It is a handmade indoor wall light, with 12 brass leaves that are all shaped and assembled by hand, which convey a romantic vibe to any space. With a standard copper plated finish, Etta is a contemporary wall sconce with a trendy vibe. With almost 7 pounds and reaching 20 inches, this copper wall lamp is the perfect fit for either a classic or a trendy living room design, but it also suits a Scandinavian style home office in the most flattering way.

13.EVANS WALL

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Evans is a contemporary wall light with a heavy mid-century modern influence, making it an exquisite lighting design. This modern wall sconce is designed and handmade in Portugal, ensuring a high level of craftsmanship and the best final product. Both the lamp mount and the body are handmade in brass with a gold-plated finish, while the lamp shades are made of aluminum, with a standard matte black finish. This black wall light features two movable diffusers, which can be adjusted both upwards and downwards for a more cozy ambience. This versatility makes this indoor wall lamp the perfect task light, but it does also look stunning as a bedroom wall sconce.

14.HANNA WALL

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Hanna is a contemporary wall lamp that will bring a smooth ambiance your mid-century modern interior. With a structure made in brass, this wall sconce is gently covered by a gold plated bath, while its aluminum lamp shade is outlined by a gold plated and matte white finish. The on/off switch is located below the lamp shade with a stylish design for a quick and easy use. This white wall lamp can be customized and instead of having one lamp shade, you can choose to have two, in order to provide a more balanced look. With a minimalist style, Hanna wall light fixture is a luxurious addition to any space. Ideal as a bathroom mirror light or as an entrance wall lighting, Hanna is a stylish lighting creation that will adorn your wall with equilibrium and dynamism.

15.HENDRIX WALL

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Hendrix wall sconce has a round shape that was inspired by a golden vinyl player. Ideal for every single mid-century modern interior, this wall light fixture will bring a smooth lighting effect to your room. 100% handmade in brass, Hendrix showcases a high quality craftsmanship. With a gold plated finish, this wall light has an avant-garde design perfect for modern and contemporary environments. For this mid-century modern wall sconce you have three G9 incandescent bulbs 40W included. These three symmetric light sources cast a perfect caustic phenomena reflected that gives life to any living room decor, restaurant and bar.

16.WAX WALL

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The Wax collection conveys an old-classic luxury feel, with a contemporary approach. This classic wall fixture is fully made of gold plated brass and still gives a modern touch to any environment . Composed of several fine tubes of handmade crystal glass that flow uniquely and with a particular shape, this piece is a graceful and elegant design.

17.GALA TORCH WALL

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The torch version of our Gala family is a symbol of modern age and luxury, giving an elegant and shimmering look to any hospitality and residential project. A graceful piece fully made of the best high-end materials.

18.GUGGENHEIM WALL

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The awe-inspiring artistry Guggenheim family continues to grow, presenting now the Guggenheim Wall. A magnificent combination of gold plated brass and black Swarovski crystals, it is yet another avant-garde creation that pledges to dazzle everyone in the room. Let this dashing design inspire your projects, forging the most exquisite and elegant.

19.SCALA WALL

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20.EMPIRE WALL

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The Empire wall gets its inspiration on The Empire State Building and that’s why this creation is so powerful and capable to transform every space in a stunning scenario.

21.AURUM WALL

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Aurum is the Latin word for gold. This imposing metal also named a contemporary lighting piece made of matte hammered brass. With a unique design, AURUM Wall Light will bring comfort in the darkest nights with its warm yet sensitive light. This brass sconce is sure to impress.

22.CAY WALL 

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Nature in its rawest form flows through CAY Wall Light as lava flows from a volcano eruption. With a structure in matte casted brass, this brass sconce was designed to embody nature’s ultimate scream. Place it in a living room set and it will fill it with a dazzling golden light.

23.CYBO WALL

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24.ECLIPSE WALL

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25.FOLIO WALL

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