If aesthetics are your focus, there are plenty of lanterns, sconces, and string lights available.—Nor'adila Hepburn, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2024 Nab this set of two sconces, which Jones has hanging in her own office at home, in antique brass.—Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 31 May 2024 There are subtle equestrian touches, too, such as Ralph Lauren stirrup sconces, custom trophy lamps, and custom leatherwork on throw pillows reminiscent of a bridle and reins.—Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2024 The Saloon’s interior has been transformed with dark wood paneling, muslin drapes and wall sconces.—Amanda Yeager, Baltimore Sun, 10 May 2024 Photographed for Vogue, September 2012 Wall sconces, sometimes referred to as wall brackets, seem to be having a bit of a renaissance, too.—Jermaine Gallacher, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2024 Look for fixtures such as pendants, sconces, chandeliers and charms that hang on, from or within fixtures.—Cameron Sullivan, The Mercury News, 18 Jan. 2024 To balance the dark shade, install library sconces above shelves and employ floor lamps and tabletop fixtures for reading light.—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Sep. 2023 Task lighting, such as table lamps or wall sconces, will provide just enough brightness for solo activities like reading or journaling.—Maggie Burch, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2023
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Word History
Etymology
Noun (1)
Middle English, from Anglo-French sconce, *esconse screened candle or lantern, from escunser to hide, obscure, from Old French escons, past participle of escondre to hide, from Vulgar Latin *excondere, alteration of Latin abscondere — more at abscond
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