{"product_id":"whitman-small-wall-light-wg","title":"Visual Comfort Whitman Small Sconce","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoosing a decorative wall sconce often comes down to one question: will it look as considered in the space as it does in the photograph? With layered glass, mixed metals, and handcrafted finishes, the details matter â€” and a misread scale or finish pairing can undermine an otherwise well-resolved scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor decorative wall lights of this type, the key specification decisions are placement height, finish coordination, and understanding the light distribution. A downward-facing tiered shade like this one casts light outward and downward, producing a soft ambient wash rather than direct task illumination â€” ideal for flanking a mirror or anchoring a hallway wall. Where mirror illumination is the goal, mounting at eye level (approximately 150â€“165cm from floor to backplate centre) on both sides gives even, flattering light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Visual Comfort Whitman Small Sconce is a decorative indoor wall light designed by Thomas O'Brien as part of Visual Comfort's Signature Collection. Its three-tiered opaque white glass shade diffuses light evenly and reduces glare, while a brass or mixed-metal collar connects the shade assembly to the wall-mounted backplate. The contrast between the black backplate and luminous white glass, punctuated by a stepped brass accent, gives the piece a distinct architectural profile â€” traditional in form, clean in execution. IP20 rated as standard; IP44 is available on request for bathroom or humid-environment installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design draws on a classic tiered or 'wedding cake' shade language, updated with modern mixed-metal hardware and precise, hand-applied finishes. Available in Hand-Rubbed Antique Brass, Bronze \u0026amp; Hand-Rubbed Antique Brass, and Polished Nickel â€” three finishes that span warm antique, contrast two-tone, and cool contemporary palettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fitting is IP20 rated as standard, making it suitable for general interior use, including bedroom and hallway installations. If you are specifying for a bathroom, IP44 (splash-resistant) is available on request â€” always confirm the required IP zone with your installer before ordering. Lamp and driver requirements should be confirmed against the specific variant; Visual Comfort Signature products are typically designed for use with standard base lamps â€” check compatibility with your preferred dimming system before specifying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt Lightsource Studio, we work through specification decisions like these so you don't have to second-guess them on site. Whether you need finish coordination across a scheme, IP zone confirmation for a bathroom layout, or lead-time planning for a villa project, we bring the same rigour to a single sconce as to a full lighting design. The Whitman is the kind of piece that rewards careful placement â€” and we're here to make sure it lands right.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Visual Comfort","offers":[{"title":"Hand-Rubbed Antique Brass","offer_id":56286362403142,"sku":"16062067","price":764.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bronze \u0026 Hand-Rubbed Antique Brass","offer_id":56286362829126,"sku":"16062065","price":764.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Polished Nickel","offer_id":56286363124038,"sku":"16062069","price":764.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/8982\/3558\/files\/151291.jpg?v=1775133202","url":"https:\/\/www.lightsourcestudio.es\/en\/products\/whitman-small-wall-light-wg","provider":"Lightsource Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}