Visual Comfort Whitman Wall Sconce
The Visual Comfort Whitman Wall Sconce, designed by Thomas O'Brien, is a decorative indoor wall light that pairs an architectural, stacked silhouette with a traditional industrial character. The design combines a darker metal body with a contrasting brass neck to create a considered visual focal point while delivering directed illumination.
The sconce uses a tiered, dual‑shade arrangement — a shallow upper dome above a deeper bell‑shaped lower shade — with a white frosted diffuser partly visible at the base. The fixture is offered in hand‑applied finishes, including Hand‑Rubbed Antique Brass and Bronze, which emphasise horizontal graining and a living finish aesthetic.
Construction is centred on a flat, rectangular backplate that anchors the fitting to the wall and aligns with a standard electrical wall box. A small cylindrical brass neck connects the shade assembly to the backplate, providing a neat, architectural junction between body and shade.
The tiered shade acts as a baffle, focusing light downwards while shielding the lamp from direct view; the frosted diffuser softens output to reduce glare. These qualities make the sconce suitable for accent or task illumination in corridors, beside mirrors, or in other indoor zones where controlled downward light is required. The fitting has an IP20 rating for indoor use.
Installation is straightforward: the rectangular backplate mounts to a standard electrical box. Manufacturer guidance suggests mounting at about 60"–65" from the floor to the centre of the backplate when used at mirror height to achieve even illumination. Warranty information: 1 year.
At Lighting Design Online we present the Whitman sconce as a design‑led choice for spaces that need focused, glare‑aware light and a crafted finish. We prioritise clarity and project‑friendly detail so you can specify with confidence and achieve a balanced, long‑lasting result.
The Visual Comfort Whitman Wall Sconce, designed by Thomas O'Brien, is a decorative indoor wall light that pairs an architectural, stacked silhouette with a traditional industrial character. The design combines a darker metal body with a contrasting brass neck to create a considered visual focal point while delivering directed illumination.
The sconce uses a tiered, dual‑shade arrangement — a shallow upper dome above a deeper bell‑shaped lower shade — with a white frosted diffuser partly visible at the base. The fixture is offered in hand‑applied finishes, including Hand‑Rubbed Antique Brass and Bronze, which emphasise horizontal graining and a living finish aesthetic.
Construction is centred on a flat, rectangular backplate that anchors the fitting to the wall and aligns with a standard electrical wall box. A small cylindrical brass neck connects the shade assembly to the backplate, providing a neat, architectural junction between body and shade.
The tiered shade acts as a baffle, focusing light downwards while shielding the lamp from direct view; the frosted diffuser softens output to reduce glare. These qualities make the sconce suitable for accent or task illumination in corridors, beside mirrors, or in other indoor zones where controlled downward light is required. The fitting has an IP20 rating for indoor use.
Installation is straightforward: the rectangular backplate mounts to a standard electrical box. Manufacturer guidance suggests mounting at about 60"–65" from the floor to the centre of the backplate when used at mirror height to achieve even illumination. Warranty information: 1 year.
At Lighting Design Online we present the Whitman sconce as a design‑led choice for spaces that need focused, glare‑aware light and a crafted finish. We prioritise clarity and project‑friendly detail so you can specify with confidence and achieve a balanced, long‑lasting result.
Original: $682.09
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$204.63Description
The Visual Comfort Whitman Wall Sconce, designed by Thomas O'Brien, is a decorative indoor wall light that pairs an architectural, stacked silhouette with a traditional industrial character. The design combines a darker metal body with a contrasting brass neck to create a considered visual focal point while delivering directed illumination.
The sconce uses a tiered, dual‑shade arrangement — a shallow upper dome above a deeper bell‑shaped lower shade — with a white frosted diffuser partly visible at the base. The fixture is offered in hand‑applied finishes, including Hand‑Rubbed Antique Brass and Bronze, which emphasise horizontal graining and a living finish aesthetic.
Construction is centred on a flat, rectangular backplate that anchors the fitting to the wall and aligns with a standard electrical wall box. A small cylindrical brass neck connects the shade assembly to the backplate, providing a neat, architectural junction between body and shade.
The tiered shade acts as a baffle, focusing light downwards while shielding the lamp from direct view; the frosted diffuser softens output to reduce glare. These qualities make the sconce suitable for accent or task illumination in corridors, beside mirrors, or in other indoor zones where controlled downward light is required. The fitting has an IP20 rating for indoor use.
Installation is straightforward: the rectangular backplate mounts to a standard electrical box. Manufacturer guidance suggests mounting at about 60"–65" from the floor to the centre of the backplate when used at mirror height to achieve even illumination. Warranty information: 1 year.
At Lighting Design Online we present the Whitman sconce as a design‑led choice for spaces that need focused, glare‑aware light and a crafted finish. We prioritise clarity and project‑friendly detail so you can specify with confidence and achieve a balanced, long‑lasting result.