The sconces are installed on the wall of a room.
The French word applique came to our language as applique. The first meaning of the term mentioned in the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy ( RAE ) refers to a lamp .
The utensil that allows you to hold artificial light (such as a spotlight or light bulb ) is known as a lamp . In the specific case of the wall light, its peculiarity lies in the fact that the device is installed on the wall , fixing it to it.
Features of the wall light
We said that the wall light is fixed to a wall . That is the distinctive feature of this type of lamp, which is usually placed in a hall, a hallway or next to a bed. Many times the sconces provide ornamental light or contribute to the ambiance . They can also illuminate a painting or other particular object .
It is important to mention that the electrical installation (that is, the cables that enable its operation) is hidden inside the wall. Therefore, the only thing that remains visible is the wall lamp itself, which guarantees aesthetic care.
By not resting on tables or similar elements, the wall lights only occupy a small air space . In this way they are very useful in small rooms and passageways.
A wall light can be used to create decorative lighting.
Differences with other types of lamps
Just as the wall lights are placed on a vertical wall, there are lamps that are installed in a different way. A ceiling light , for example, is an ornament that is located on the ceiling and that contains the support for a lamp to be suspended.
Both wall lights and ceiling lights are fixed devices: they cannot be moved. If you want to remove a wall light or ceiling light and take it somewhere else, it must be uninstalled and then reinstalled from scratch.
A nightstand or candle lamp , on the other hand, can be transported without problems. It is a portable light that is usually left on the nightstand or nightstand, although it can also be placed on a desk or other piece of furniture.
The applique in the theater
The RAE recognizes another meaning of applique, used in the world of theater . A piece that integrates the decoration is called an applique, in this framework.
The sconces, in this way, are objects that contribute to the scenic setting. These items modify the physical appearance of the set and are perceived by the viewer through sight .
An ornament or accessory
Another way of using the notion of applique is to refer to an ornament or accessory that is added to a certain product. It is possible to distinguish the applique from the element itself since it is made of a different material.
Let's take the case of a pair of jeans , also known as jeans . These garments are made with a fabric called denim . To give it a distinctive touch, a designer may include studs. Thus, these appliqués are fixed to the typical fabric of jeans.
A hair appliqué , finally, is a prosthesis that incorporates artificial or foreign hair. Appliques are often used to hide baldness or to make certain hairstyles possible.