Mia Ball Alabaster Wall Sconce

DCW-C1410-01

$309.00 USD $449.00 USD

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Inspiration

The Mia Ball Alabaster Wall Sconce is a small sculptural sconce — a flat natural alabaster disc backplate paired with a glowing alabaster ball that sits forward of the disc. Light passes through the stone, revealing crystalline veining when on. 7.9″ diameter. G9 LED socket. For a powder room, bedside, hallway, foyer, vanity, or reading nook. Modern minimalist, organic modern, transitional, Hollywood Regency, and quiet luxury style.

Good To Know

G9 LED bulb included · natural stone (each piece unique) · hardwired · indoor dry only Both the disc backplate and the ball are carved from natural alabaster (gypsum stone). Color tone, vein pattern, and translucence vary piece to piece, sometimes noticeably; this is the defining characteristic of natural alabaster, not a defect. The ball houses the bulb; the disc is the structural backplate. Uses a G9 LED bulb (not E26) — smaller bi-pin base typical of European-style decorative fixtures; replacement G9 LED bulbs are widely available on Amazon and at lighting retailers. LED only — no G9 halogen replacements, as halogen runs too hot for alabaster close to the socket. Stone is heavier than glass; mount to a stud or solid anchor, not drywall alone. Have a licensed electrician hardwire. Indoor, dry locations only.

Key Features

Disc Backplate + Forward Ball

A flat alabaster disc sits against the wall; the alabaster ball sits forward of the disc so light spills onto both stone surfaces and casts a soft halo on the wall behind.

Natural Alabaster Translucence

The disc has visible cream-and-warm-grey veining even when unlit; the ball is more uniformly cream until the bulb is on, then crystalline veining shows up inside. Each piece is naturally unique.

Compact G9 LED Bulb

Uses a small G9 bi-pin LED bulb (not E26) — the compact bulb fits inside the alabaster ball without bulking it out. Replacement G9 LEDs are easy to find online.

Specifications

Fixture Type

Wall sconce · disc backplate + alabaster ball · single bulb · hardwired

Main Material

Natural alabaster (gypsum stone) · carved · translucent with crystalline veining

Hardware

Internal G9 socket and mounting plate · concealed wiring

Color

Natural alabaster cream-white with warm grey-tan veining · each piece is unique (single colorway)

Dimensions

7.9″ overall diameter (20 cm) · depth from wall approximate 3–4″ (estimated, ball + disc combined)

Composition

Round alabaster disc backplate + smaller alabaster ball sitting forward · ball houses the bulb · disc is the structural mount

Light Source

1 × G9 bi-pin socket (European-style small base, common in decorative sconces)

Bulb

G9 LED · included · LED only · 2700–3000K warm white recommended · max 3–5W LED (no G9 halogen replacements — runs too hot for alabaster)

Mounting

Hardwired to standard junction box · requires stud or solid anchor due to alabaster weight · indoor dry locations only

Design Style

Modern Minimalist Organic Modern Transitional Hollywood Regency Quiet Luxury

Best For

Powder room, bedside, hallway, foyer, vanity, reading nook, master bedroom, dining wall

Use Case

The Mia Ball reads as a small piece of stone sculpture against the wall. The disc backplate is the visual anchor — its alabaster veining is visible even with the bulb off; the ball sits forward of the disc and glows softly when lit, with light spilling onto the disc behind it to create a layered, halo-like effect. Best as accent or mood lighting — the G9 LED gives a small, intimate light spread, not enough to replace a bright overhead fixture but enough to bring noticeable warmth to a corner.

Use as a powder room accent, a bedside sconce pair flanking a bed (popular in master bedrooms to free up nightstand space), a vanity flank beside a bathroom mirror in dry-zone installs, a foyer focal point, or a reading-nook night light. The cream alabaster + warm-light palette pairs with plaster walls, oak millwork, linen drapery, warm-neutral paint, marble or travertine surfaces, and brushed brass hardware — fitting modern minimalist bedrooms, transitional powder rooms, organic modern hallways, and Hollywood Regency dining walls. For hand-selected matching pairs, custom G9 bulb spec, or trade pricing, email info@docos.us.

Downloads

Technical reference and care guides for the Mia Ball Alabaster Wall Sconce. Need a doc that’s not listed? Email info@docos.us.

Spec Sheet

Dimensions & materials · PDF

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Installation Guide

Stud-anchor hardwire · PDF

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Care Guide

Alabaster stone & G9 bulb · PDF

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FAQ

Is this real natural alabaster, or a composite?

It’s natural alabaster — a translucent gypsum-based stone carved into both the disc and the ball. You can tell from the visible cream-and-warm-grey veining on the disc even when unlit, and the internal crystalline patterns that appear in the ball when the bulb is on. Resin or composite alabaster lookalikes don’t have these naturally varied patterns. Each piece is unique — veining, density, and exact tone vary.

What is a G9 bulb, and where do I buy replacements?

G9 is a small bi-pin bulb base (two pins 9mm apart) common in European-style decorative fixtures — smaller than E26 (the US standard medium screw base). The ball that the bulb sits inside is too small for an E26 bulb, which is why G9 is used. G9 LED replacements are easy to find on Amazon, Home Depot online, Lowes, and lighting specialty stores; search "G9 LED warm white 2700K." Use LED only — no G9 halogen, which runs too hot for alabaster close to the socket.

Will the veining match the photo exactly?

No two pieces are identical. Natural alabaster forms over millions of years; the veining and translucence of the disc and ball both vary based on the section of stone each piece is carved from. Some pieces have dramatic visible patterns, others read more uniformly cream. The listing photo is representative, not a guaranteed match. If you need pieces that match closely (e.g., for a sconce pair beside a vanity or bed), email us before ordering and we’ll hand-select.

How do I install it — what about the weight?

It’s a hardwired wall sconce that mounts to a standard junction box. Alabaster weighs more than glass at the same size — mount to a wall stud, blocked location, or use a solid wall anchor rated for the fixture weight. Don’t mount to drywall alone. Have a licensed electrician handle the wiring and confirm the mounting structure before install. Don’t hang anything additional from the disc or ball.

Can I use it in a bathroom?

Powder room (no shower) — yes. A vanity flank in a bathroom with good ventilation may also work for many installs, but the fixture is not damp-rated by default. Avoid bathrooms with steady shower steam, damp basements, kitchens directly over a sink with heavy steam, and covered outdoor patios. Persistent moisture can stain alabaster and affect the G9 socket and wiring over time.