From Julie
It's surprisingly difficult to source over-the-bed reading sconces; there aren't many that pass the style test. Here are ten we like (and use).

Above: The classic Tolomeo Wall Spot Light; $184.80 at YLighting.

Above: Designed by Robert Dudley Best in 1930, the Bestlite BL7 Wall Light (also available in black or cream) is $349 at Unica Home.

Above: Kelvin W Wall Lamp, designed by Antonio Citterio; $260 at YLighting.

Above: Tolomeo 7-10 Wall Shade; $268.80 at YLighting.

Above: Looking for an ultra-inexpensive option? The Kvart Reading Lamp; $6.99 at Ikea.

Above: Original BTC Ginger Wall Sconce (available in white, cream, black, and metallic); £94 at Lighting Matters in the UK and, the Ginger Sconce in France, at Le Shop Design for €155.

Above: Atlas Wall Light of translucent acrylic; $232 from YLighting.

Above: Luxy Small Wall Lamp by Rotaliana; $266 at Lumens.

Above: The Jielde Loft Wall Sconce; handcrafted in France, $380 at Lightology. In France, the Loft Wall Sconce is available at Le Shop Design for €173.

Above: Hector Switch Wall Light; $215 at Conran USA; the Hector Switch Wall Light is £84 in the UK at Geoffrey Harris. In France, the Hector is available at Le Shop Design for €115.

Above: Original BTC Aluminum Stirrup Sconce; £236.50 at Lighting Matters (also available in black or white).
Above: Brooklyn-based David Weeks sconce; go to David Weeks Studio for information.
February 11, 2009
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A few months back, you also featured a cute "bullet" reading light from a company in Austin. They have a variety of colors and shapes & were well priced.