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Brass 'Spider' Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s

Brass Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s

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Brass 'Spider' Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s
Brass 'Spider' Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s
Brass 'Spider' Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s
Brass 'Spider' Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s
Brass 'Spider' Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s
Brass 'Spider' Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s
Brass 'Spider' Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s
Brass 'Spider' Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s
Brass 'Spider' Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s
Brass 'Spider' Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s

Brass Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi, 1950s

Place of Origin: Switzerland
Creator: BAG Turgi
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 28cm (11″), Diameter 60cm (24″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Aluminum, Wood
Reference Number: 3611

Description: Rare seven-arm brass ceiling light by BAG Turgi, Switzerland, 1950s. Wonderful Swiss-quality piece, this ceiling light sports a cone-shaped brass centerpiece with a geometric/floral finial and seven curved bass arms with off-white lacquered socket covers. Very fine condition with a lovely patina on the brass and professional repainting of the lacquered parts. Original brass and ceramic E14 sockets with “BAG” branding. Wooden backplate to be painted in the ceiling color.

Status: Unavailable 

Tall Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950

Tall Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950

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Tall Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Tall Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Tall Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Tall Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Tall Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Tall Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Tall Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Tall Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Tall Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950

Tall Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950

Place of Origin: Italy
Style: Mide-Century Modern, Gio Ponti
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1950
Dimensions: Height 111cm (43″), Width 62/51cm (24.5/20″), Depth 3.5cm (1.4″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Mirror, Wood
Reference Number: 3683

Description: Fine Italian brass mirror from the 1940-1950s. Continuous brass rim, undulating on top, with a charming brass finial. Nice original condition with dark patina on the brass and some spots in the original mirror.

Status: Unavailable

Austrian Brass And Wood Chandelier, 1940s

Austrian Brass And Wood Chandelier, 1940s

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Austrian Brass And Wood Chandelier, 1940s
Austrian Brass And Wood Chandelier, 1940s
Austrian Brass And Wood Chandelier, 1940s
Austrian Brass And Wood Chandelier, 1940s
Austrian Brass And Wood Chandelier, 1940s
Austrian Brass And Wood Chandelier, 1940s
Austrian Brass And Wood Chandelier, 1940s

Austrian Brass And Wood Chandelier, 1940s

Place of Origin: Austria
Style: Mid-Century Modern, J.T. Kalmar
Date of Manufacture: 1940s
Dimensions: Height 64cm (25″), Diameter 78cm (31″), Shade Height 20cm (8″), Canopy 8.5cm (3.4″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Wood, Fabric
Reference Number: 5585

Description: Graceful Austrian brass and wood chandelier from the 1940s. Six curved and slender brass arms emanate from a brass centerpiece with walnut wood details. Original brass and ceramic E27 sockets with new wiring and original shades with new fabric.

Status: Unavailable

J.T. Kalmar 'Heron' Chandelier, circa 1950

J.T. Kalmar ‘Heron’ Chandelier, circa 1950

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J.T. Kalmar 'Heron' Chandelier, circa 1950
J.T. Kalmar 'Heron' Chandelier, circa 1950
J.T. Kalmar 'Heron' Chandelier, circa 1950
J.T. Kalmar 'Heron' Chandelier, circa 1950
J.T. Kalmar 'Heron' Chandelier, circa 1950
J.T. Kalmar 'Heron' Chandelier, circa 1950
J.T. Kalmar 'Heron' Chandelier, circa 1950
J.T. Kalmar 'Heron' Chandelier, circa 1950
J.T. Kalmar 'Heron' Chandelier, circa 1950

J.T. Kalmar ‘Heron’ Chandelier, circa 1950

Place of Origin: Austria
Creator: J.T. Kalmar
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1950
Dimensions: Diameter 75cm (29.5″), Body Height 25cm (10″), Drop Height 140cm (55″), Canopy 9cm (3.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Parchment Paper
Reference Number: 5307

Description: Rare J.T. Kalmar ‘Heron’ suspension chandelier (model 3639) from the 1950s. Uniquely sculpted brass structure with five arms, each with a conical shade with new parchment paper covering. Original brass and ceramic E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Seguso Lantern, circa 1950

Seguso Lantern, circa 1950

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Seguso Lantern, circa 1950
Seguso Lantern, circa 1950
Seguso Lantern, circa 1950
Seguso Lantern, circa 1950
Seguso Lantern, circa 1950
Seguso Lantern, circa 1950
Seguso Lantern, circa 1950
Seguso Lantern, circa 1950
Seguso Lantern, circa 1950

Seguso Lantern, circa 1950

Place of Origin: Italy
Creator: Seguso (attributed)
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1950
Dimensions: Height 108cm (42.5″), Body Height 40cm (16″), Diameter 42cm (16.5″), Canopy 13cm (5″)
Materials and Techniques: Glass, Brass
Reference Number: 5031

Description: Three-light Murano glass lantern from the 1940-1950s attributed to Seguso. The large shade and three diffusers have an elephant skin-like texture, the finial in classic Seguso bullicante technique. Three original brass and ceramic E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

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Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

Place of Origin: Germany
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Stilnovo
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 88cm (34.5″), Diameter 60cm (23.5″), Canopy 9cm (3.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass
Reference Number: 6311

Description: Classic all brass 12-light Sputnik chandelier form the 1950s. In addition to the arms with bulbs there are 12 slightly shorter brass rods mixed in, giving this chandelier a very dynamic ‘star burst’ quality. Nice original condition with a light patina on the brass. 12 original brass E14 sockets.

Status: Unavailable

Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950

Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950
Sold

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Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950
Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950
Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950
Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950
Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950
Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950
Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950
Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950
Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950

Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950
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Place of Origin: Italy
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1950
Dimensions: Height 60cm (23.5″), Body Height 38cm (15″), Diameter 38cm (15″), Canopy 8.5cm (3.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Fabric
Reference Number: 3258

Description: Charming Italian brass chandelier from the 1940-1950s. Four intricately curved brass arms, as well as a tassel-shaped brass finial. Four original brass E14 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940

Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940

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Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940
Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940
Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940
Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940
Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940
Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940
Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940
Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940
Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940
Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940

Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940

Place of Origin: Italy
Creator: Seguso (attributed), Flavio Poli (attributed)
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1940
Dimensions: Height 62cm (24.5″), Body Height 47cm (18.5″), Diameter 32cm (12.5″), Canopy 13cm (5″)
Materials and Techniques: Murano Glass, Brass
Reference Number: 4886

Description: Lovely Murano glass lantern from the 1930-1940s, attributed to Seguso. Conical glass diffuser with a texture resembling draped fabric sandwiched between two frilled and scalloped glass elements with a gold-glass crown on top. Three original brass E14 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Pierced Copper Chandelier, 1950s

Pierced Copper Chandelier, 1950s

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Pierced Copper Chandelier, 1950s
Pierced Copper Chandelier, 1950s
Pierced Copper Chandelier, 1950s
Pierced Copper Chandelier, 1950s
Pierced Copper Chandelier, 1950s
Pierced Copper Chandelier, 1950s
Pierced Copper Chandelier, 1950s

Pierced Copper Chandelier, 1950s

Place of Origin: Austria
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Stilnovo
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 61cm (24″), Diameter 50cm (19.5″), Canopy 8.5cm (3.4″) 
Materials and Techniques: Copper, Brass
Reference Number: 5653

Description: Rare Austrian uplight chandelier from the 1950s. Three pierced copper shades are arranged around a small ribbed brass centerpiece. Brass E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950

Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
€6.000

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Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950

Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
€6.000

Place of Origin: Italy
Creator: Fontana Arte (attributed)
Date of Manufacture: 1940-1950s
Dimensions: Height 97cm (38″), Width 54cm (21″), Depth 3.5cm (1.5″) 
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Mirror, Wood
Reference Number: 6551

Description: Rare modernist Italian brass mirror, attributed to Fontana Arte from the 1940-1950s. Continuous brass frame in a slightly oval shape with an original mirror which has a bold, undulating pattern etched or printed onto the back of the glass before the reflective coating was applied. Nice original condition with patina on the brass and some slight streaking in the reflective material.

Shipping: US €300, EU €150, UK €170