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J.T. Kalmar Glass Chandelier, 1950s

J.T. Kalmar Glass Chandelier, 1950s

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J.T. Kalmar Glass Chandelier, 1950s
J.T. Kalmar Glass Chandelier, 1950s
J.T. Kalmar Glass Chandelier, 1950s
J.T. Kalmar Glass Chandelier, 1950s
J.T. Kalmar Glass Chandelier, 1950s
J.T. Kalmar Glass Chandelier, 1950s
J.T. Kalmar Glass Chandelier, 1950s
J.T. Kalmar Glass Chandelier, 1950s
J.T. Kalmar Glass Chandelier, 1950s

J.T. Kalmar Glass Chandelier, 1950s

Place of Origin: Austria
Creator: J.T. Kalmar, Venini (Glassmaker)
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 80cm (31.5″), Glass Height 31.5cm (12.5″), Width 39cm (15.5″), Canopy 7.5cm (3″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Glass, Lacquered Steel
Reference Number: 5226

Description: Rare chandelier by J.T. Kalmar from the 1950s. Four large textured glass diffusers arranged in a “cross” shape with a white acrylic diffuser on the bottom. Very nice original condition with a light patina on the brass. Eight original nickeled E27 sockets with new wiring. 

Status: Unavailable

Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s

Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s

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Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s

Glössner Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s

Place of Origin: Sweden
Creator: Glössner & Co., Erik Kinell
Date of Manufacture: 1940s
Dimensions: Height 50cm (20″), Body Height 24cm (9″), Diameter 44cm (17″), Canopy 10cm (4″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Glass
Reference Number: 7003

Description: Rare Swedish dual-glass ceiling light by Glössner & Co. The large outer glass has a lyrical motif designed by Erik Kinell embossed into the the clear glass. The inner, amber-colored glass diffuser is etched with a wavy Art Deco pattern and hold three original brass E27 sockets with new wiring. Nice original condition with patina on the brass and glass.

Status: Unavailable

Gunnar Asplund Chandelier, 1950s

Gunnar Asplund Chandelier, 1950s

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Gunnar Asplund Chandelier, 1950s
Gunnar Asplund Chandelier, 1950s
Gunnar Asplund Chandelier, 1950s
Gunnar Asplund Chandelier, 1950s
Gunnar Asplund Chandelier, 1950s
Gunnar Asplund Chandelier, 1950s
Gunnar Asplund Chandelier, 1950s
Gunnar Asplund Chandelier, 1950s

Gunnar Asplund Chandelier, 1950s

Place of Origin: Sweden
Creator: Eric Gunnar Asplund, ASEA
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 63cm (25″), Diameter 50cm (19.5″), Canopy 11.5cm (4.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Glass
Reference Number: 7559

Description: Rare five-arm brass and glass chandelier produced by ASEA, Sweden, in the 1950s. Either designed by Gunnar Asplund or based on his designs, this features his signature minimalist structure where the glass diffusers are held by brass brackets, thereby floating over the sockets. Five original bakelite E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Art Deco Wood and Raffia Table Lamp, 1930s

Art Deco Wood and Raffia Table Lamp, 1930s

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Art Deco Wood and Raffia Table Lamp, 1930s
Art Deco Wood and Raffia Table Lamp, 1930s
Art Deco Wood and Raffia Table Lamp, 1930s
Art Deco Wood and Raffia Table Lamp, 1930s
Art Deco Wood and Raffia Table Lamp, 1930s
Art Deco Wood and Raffia Table Lamp, 1930s
Art Deco Wood and Raffia Table Lamp, 1930s
Art Deco Wood and Raffia Table Lamp, 1930s

Art Deco Wood and Raffia Table Lamp, 1930s

Place of Origin: Germany
Style: Art Deco
Date of Manufacture: 1930s
Dimensions: Height 48cm (18.5″), Base Height 21cm (8″), Diameter 40cm (16″)
Materials and Techniques: Wood, Brass, Raffia, Resin Sheet
Reference Number: 7704

Description: Rare Art Deco table lamp from the 1930s. Solid wood orb-shaped base with a large original raffia shade which is lined with an amber-colored resin sheet. The stem allows for some height adjustment. One original brass E27 socket with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Italian Reverse-Relief Mirror, circa 1950

Italian Reverse-Relief Mirror, circa 1950

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Italian Reverse-Relief Mirror, circa 1950
Italian Reverse-Relief Mirror, circa 1950
Italian Reverse-Relief Mirror, circa 1950
Italian Reverse-Relief Mirror, circa 1950
Italian Reverse-Relief Mirror, circa 1950
Italian Reverse-Relief Mirror, circa 1950
Italian Reverse-Relief Mirror, circa 1950
Italian Reverse-Relief Mirror, circa 1950
Italian Reverse-Relief Mirror, circa 1950

Italian Reverse-Relief Mirror, circa 1950

Place of Origin: Italy
Style: Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern, Fontana Arte
Date of Manufacture: 1940-1950s
Dimensions: Height 77cm (30″), Width 50cm (20″), Depth 5.5cm (2″)
Materials and Techniques: Mirror, Wood
Reference Number: 5490

Description: Italian mirror from the 1940-1950s with reverse-relief decorations. The flower and leaf elements of the decorations are silvered and have a slight yellowish tint, offsetting them from the rest of the mirror. 

Status: Unavailable

Austrian Brass ceiling Light, circa 1950

Austrian Brass Ceiling Light, circa 1950

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Austrian Brass ceiling Light, circa 1950
Austrian Brass ceiling Light, circa 1950
Austrian Brass ceiling Light, circa 1950
Austrian Brass ceiling Light, circa 1950
Austrian Brass ceiling Light, circa 1950
Austrian Brass ceiling Light, circa 1950
Austrian Brass ceiling Light, circa 1950
Austrian Brass ceiling Light, circa 1950
Austrian Brass ceiling Light, circa 1950
Austrian Brass ceiling Light, circa 1950

Austrian Brass Ceiling Light, circa 1950

Place of Origin: Austria
Style: Mid-Century Modern, J.T. Kalmar
Date of Manufacture: 1940-1950s
Dimensions: Height 25cm (10″), Diameter 74cm (29″), Canopy 12cm (4.7″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass
Reference Number: 7170

Description: Austrian 12-light brass ceiling light from the 1940-1950s. Six double arms with stylized floral brass decorations in-between. Original condition with fairly heavy patina on the brass. 12 brass E14 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s

Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s

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Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s
Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s
Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s
Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s
Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s
Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s
Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s
Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s
Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s

Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s

Place of Origin: Austria
Style: Art Deco, J.T. Kalmar
Date of Manufacture: 1930s
Dimensions: Height 130cm (51″), Body height 55cm (21.5″), Diameter 52cm (20″), Canopy 8cm (3.2″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Glass, Fabric
Reference Number: 3756

Description: Fine Austrian brass chandelier from the 1930s. Lovely curved and profiled brass arms each with an original blown glass globe (16cm/6″). Central stem with original tassel and long chain which can be shortened. Four original brass and ceramic E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930

Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930

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Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930
Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930
Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930
Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930
Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930
Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930
Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930
Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930
Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930
Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930

Oak And Glass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1930

Place of Origin: Germany
Style: Art Deco
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1930
Dimensions: Height 115cm (45″), Body Height 19cm (7.5″), Length 89cm (35″), Width 78cm (30″), Canopy 11cm (4.3″), Glass Diameter 27cm (10.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Oak, Plywood, Glass
Reference Number: 6753

Description: Large oval oak and glass suspension chandelier from the 1930s. The solid and veneered oak body is suspended by brass chains  with four large ivory-colored blown glass diffusers. Very nice original condition with minor wear to the veneer. Four original nickel E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Stilnovo Wall Lights, 1950s

Stilnovo Wall Lights, 1950s

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Stilnovo Wall Lights, 1950s
Stilnovo Wall Lights, 1950s
Stilnovo Wall Lights, 1950s
Stilnovo Wall Lights, 1950s
Stilnovo Wall Lights, 1950s
Stilnovo Wall Lights, 1950s
Stilnovo Wall Lights, 1950s
Stilnovo Wall Lights, 1950s

Stilnovo Wall Lights, 1950s

Place of Origin: Italy
Creator: Stilnovo
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 32cm (12″), Width 14cm (5.5″), Depth 19cm (7.5″), Backplate 12×7.5/4.5cm (4.7×3/1.8″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Glass
Reference Number: 8220

Description: Modernist Stilnovo sconces from the 1950s. Angular brass backplate with bold brass brackets which hold the hourglass-shaped satin glass diffusers.Very nice original condition with just a light patina on the brass. One original brass and ceramic E27 socket with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable 

Tall Italian Art Deco Mirror Sconces, 1940s

Tall Italian Art Deco Mirror Sconces, 1940s

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Tall Italian Art Deco Mirror Sconces, 1940s
Tall Italian Art Deco Mirror Sconces, 1940s
Tall Italian Art Deco Mirror Sconces, 1940s
Tall Italian Art Deco Mirror Sconces, 1940s
Tall Italian Art Deco Mirror Sconces, 1940s
Tall Italian Art Deco Mirror Sconces, 1940s
Tall Italian Art Deco Mirror Sconces, 1940s

Tall Italian Art Deco Mirror Sconces, 1940s

Place of Origin: Italy
Style: Art Deco, Luigi Fontana
Date of Manufacture: 1940s
Dimensions: Height 100cm (39.5″), Width 25cm (10″), Width of Mirror at Outlet 5cm (2″), Depth 11cm (4.5″), 
Materials and Techniques: Mirror, Brass, Plywood, Fabric
Reference Number: 2455

Description: Large Italian Art Deco wall lights from the 1940s. Tall stylized backplate with facetted mirror elements and brass arms with new custom shades. Two E14 sockets per light with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable