Nordic Pumpkin Glass Wall Sconce

The pumpkin shade is a squat, ribbed dome rather than a smooth globe, and the ribs are what make it interesting under light. Each vertical fold catches the source differently, so the shade shows a series of graduated highlights instead of one uniform glow.

That texture is worth having at wall height, where the fitting is close enough to be examined properly. A plain opal sconce is comfortable but forgettable; this one still gives soft even light but has something to look at while it is doing it.

The metal bracket is kept simple and short so the shade sits close to the wall, which matters in a hallway or beside a bed. Three glass tones are offered - red, green and beige - so a pair can match or contrast. This is a hardwired fitting: isolate the circuit at the breaker panel before installation, and have a qualified electrician carry out the work if you are not confident with house wiring.

• Ribbed pumpkin glass shade with graduated highlights
• Soft even output despite the textured surface
• Short bracket keeps the shade close to the wall
• Three glass tones: red, green and beige
• Hardwired fitting: installation by a qualified electrician, who should confirm the fixture's rated voltage before wiring