Obsidian Wall Sconce · Black Nickel · Thumprints 1097-ASL-2105

Obsidian pairs a slender metal form with a solid piece of black granite, the kind of contrast between machined and natural surfaces that Thumprints has built its name on.

The pewter organza and linen hardback shade is the second half of the design. Hardback shades hold a crisp edge for years and spread light evenly through the fabric instead of throwing hot spots onto the wall.

The Design

Thumprints describes it simply: “Black Nickel Plated, Steel Wall Sconce with Black Granite Back Plate / Sheer Organza and Linen Hardback Shade.” The finish shown is black nickel.

Dimensions & Details

Where It’s Best Placed

Picture it on either side of a bed or hallways; it also finishes flanking a mirror or fireplace beautifully. For trade projects it suits restaurant and hotel corridors, where a lamp with real materials and a considered shade quietly raises the room.

Who This Is Not For

• Anyone who needs a lamp with bulbs included: bring your own (see the light source above).
• Buyers who want to change their mind later: like every order with us, it is final sale.

Questions About the Design

What is the Obsidian made of?

A metal and black granite body, finished in black nickel, under a pewter organza and linen hardback shade.

Tell me about the shade.

It is pewter organza and linen hardback, 9 x 15 in top, 9 x 15 in bottom, 9 in tall. Thumprints lists shades as top by bottom by side, measured along the slant.

Will every lamp look exactly like the photo?

Very close. Hand-applied finishes, natural stone, glass and glazes vary slightly from piece to piece, which is part of the character of the line.

What bulbs work best?

1 x 60 W max, E26 medium base (bulbs not included). Warm white LED bulbs of 2700K keep the glow soft and the shade cool.

Who designs Thumprints lamps?

The studio was founded by designer Allison Davis in 2002 and still designs its own collections, mixing art glass, ceramic, stone, wood and metal with tailored shades.

About Thumprints

Thumprints began in 2002 in Little Rock, Arkansas, when designer Allison Davis started making lamps in her basement from found objects, local pottery and shades she covered by hand. That first collection became a wholesale studio the same year, built on the idea that a light should be as distinctive as a thumbprint. Since 2014 the studio has worked from a lighting campus outside Chicago, keeping its mix of wood, ceramic, art glass, natural stone, metal and fine shade fabrics.

Ordering

• Available on January 30, 2027. Order now to reserve yours.
• All sales are final.
• Designers and contractors: open a LoftModern trade account for project pricing.