If that was my main bathroom, it would not be enough lighting for me. I keep adding more lights to my remodels as I get older! I am guessing the previous owners thought the same way, which is why they added that mirror with lights. I would want even more.

Do what works for you.

Where is the receptacle?

I agree that more light is needed. I used to think I didn't need a lot of light in the bathroom - I mean, I have no problem finding... well, my zipper, TP, my butt... when using the toilet, I don't wear makeup or shave... I don't need strong light to take off my clothes or put them back on... but even if you don't do those things, having the *option* of bright light is good, and now that I have it, I find myself using it. Also, especially in a bathroom without (much) natural light, good lighting helps to keep it feeling not drab and dull.

Suzanne - If you look over the mirror there is a black square vent. I think the receptacle is directly below that vent behind the mirror.

Chispa - Very good point about older eyes. My eyes are terrible and my parents who are older will be using this bathroom when they visit. I am not opposed to the concept of the mirror and lighting that are up there now. It certainly achieves brightness. I just don't like the unit itself and have not seen others like it.

Has anyone seen a lighter mirror unit that has a vintage or Art Deco feel to it? They are really practical but too contemporary looking for my taste.

If one receptacle is hidden behind the mirror, does it really matter that this area is 'damaged' by adding a 2nd receptacle?

This would solve the rewiring problem maybe.

Mirror with sconces

How about this one?

https://www.houseofantiquehardware.com/Reese-Double-Sconce-In-Antique-Nickel?sc=9&category=358720

Karen - I'd like to find more like that. The one you linked to only took 2 bulbs, 25 watts max each. I fear that would not be bright enough.

Suzanne - The mirror I will get is going to be shorter so that the existing receptacle will be exposed above the mirror. I've looked at at least 12 units in this building and even the ones that have fully gut renovated bathrooms still only have a receptacle above the mirror.

The sconce you showed is not so much my taste, however, it does have two bulbs, 100 watts each. Do you think that would be enough light? I'd think I could find something I like that would have would take that much wattage.

I think 200 wattage would be enough.

Are you looking for a specific metal for your sconce if it is mounted above the mirror?

It is funny, When I google for art deco wall sconce, there are two styles very different: one style is like the one I showed you and the other style is sconce that has triangular lines in it. Is the triangular shape is the style you are looking for?

Also, if you want good lighting and if you are afraid that 200W is not enough then I recommend a 3 bulb sconce.

What does your antique mirror look like and it's size as that will also drive the size of the fixture and style.

What about using candelabra LED bulbs that are 2 1/2 watts, but equivalent to 75 watts incandescent bulbs. (700 lumens)

It might not be the style you are looking for but it has a black frame and it looks like it produces a lot of light:

https://www.bathdepot.ca/black-frame-mirror-with-led-lighting-24in-x-28in-m6070bkwl.html?ff=33&fp=10052&gclid=Cj0KCQjwi7yCBhDJARIsAMWFScMOx_Cc3HiMarfb8Vu9VSrlRvkQyc1IFO3eBUn080x5CWORmE-2pgkaAgO7EALw_wcB

Here are a few lights that are wall sconces but I think I would place them horizontally above a mirror. (Would love to find some that would project out over the mirror.) These only take (2) 60 watt bulbs. Would that be enough light for the space?

Selecta Long Sconce, Bronze with Antique Brass · More Info

Hudson Valley Lighting 562 Benton 2 Light 5"W Bath Bar - Aged Brass · More Info

Is the light above the mirror the only source of light you have for the whole bathroom? If so, how big is the room? Do you know how much wattage you currently have?

Yes, the light above the mirror is the only source. (There is a light in the shower, but I don't think it illuminates anything beyond the shower.) I don't have the exact measurements of the bathroom but pics are below and as you can see, it is very small.

Karen - Can any fixture accept LED bulbs? I when I wanted to use led bulbs in my fixtures, I had to have an electrician come and cover something so that they could accept the bulbs - maybe because they were a dimmer? I also really don't love the LED bulbs that I have. I bought very warms ones as recommended by others on Houzz and they still have a really cold feel to them and the quality of light reminds me of something you'd see in a commercial space. I think I must not be doing something right!

I am just wondering how much light (in wattage) your current lighting gives. Also do you know how much light you had in this bathroom prior to install that new mirror?

I have put LEDs in many lamps and fixtures. I think the warm white bulbs are nice, but the lamp shade could change the lighting effect as also the room colors.

Some LED lights are not dimmable and even when they are, they don't dim as nicely as incandescent (in my opinion)..

They even have tube LED lights that would fit the first fixture you pictured.

I would probably do chrome in your bathroom to match your other fixtures.

Make sure that the fixture accepts LED as from my understanding not all do. If I remember correctly I think these are also available in a different finish and if interested you'd have to check to see if they can be hung up right.

Vanity Light Art Deco Art Deco Fixture Modern Art Deco | Etsy · More Info

You said you looked at at least 12 units. Have you talked to the owners? What lighting do they have? Can you ask them to turn on the light so you can see by yourself if it is sufficient?

Of the units in the building, most of them have a window in this bathroom, so even though they have only one receptacle above the sink, there is a lot of light coming in. (Though I guess at night, that doesn't matter.) Many also have glass enclosed showers so the light from the shower does help illuminate the room, whereas in this bathroom, it will not. The apartments I have looked at are for sale and I don't know the owners. We have not yet closed on or moved into our apartment.