Cape Sconce

The RBW Cape Sconce takes that same blown solid glass and metal construction from the Cape collection and puts it on the wall, where it works beautifully for hallways, bathrooms, or anywhere you need quality lighting that doesn't stick out too far from the surface. The materials have this solid, substantial feel that's way different from typical wall sconces - the blown glass isn't delicate or precious, it's engineered to handle real-world conditions including moisture and humidity. What's nice is how the steel and aluminum components give it this clean, architectural look that works with contemporary spaces without trying too hard to be decorative. The sizing options help you match it to your specific wall space instead of being stuck with one-size-fits-all that never quite works right. The performance numbers are interesting because DC power gives you way better efficiency and light output than standard AC - like almost double in some cases. Most people won't mess with DC, but it's worth knowing if you're doing serious renovation work. Even on regular house power, the 90+ CRI means colors look right instead of weird or washed out, and the wet location rating with IP65 protection means you can use it in steam showers or covered outdoor areas where most wall fixtures would fail pretty quickly. The 50,000-hour lifespan basically makes it permanent once you install it, and ADA compliance keeps it accessible without looking institutional. RBW clearly likes solving engineering problems that other companies just skip because they're complicated or expensive to do right. Getting blown glass fixtures to survive wet environments while still looking good probably took a lot of development work that most manufacturers wouldn't bother with. They seem more focused on making fixtures that actually work in challenging installations rather than just creating decent-looking lighting that meets minimum requirements and hopes for the best in terms of longevity and performance. Details Made In: USA Material: Blown solid glass, steel, aluminum Dimensions:  Small: 6 in Dia 4 in H Medium: 9 in Dia 4 in H Certifications & Compliance Standards:  Suitable for Wet Locations UL Listed  UL Listed to Canadian safety standards.  ADA Compliant  IP65 10% Dimming, TRIAC / Forward Phase Control, 120V Input