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Italian Brass Mirror, 1950s

Italian Brass Mirror, 1950s

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Italian Brass Mirror, 1950s
Italian Brass Mirror, 1950s
Italian Brass Mirror, 1950s
Italian Brass Mirror, 1950s
Italian Brass Mirror, 1950s
Italian Brass Mirror, 1950s

Italian Brass Mirror, 1950s

Place of Origin: Italy
Style: Gio Ponti, Mid-Century Modern
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 70cm (27.5″), Width 49/38cm (19/15″), Depth 3cm (1.2″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Mirror, Wood
Reference Number: 7717

Description: Classic Italian brass mirror from the 1950s. Continuous brass frame in a very ‘curvaceous’ shape with a fair amount of dark patina.

Status: Unavailable

Italian Brass Mirror, 1954

Italian Brass Mirror, 1954

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Italian Brass Mirror, 1954
Italian Brass Mirror, 1954
Italian Brass Mirror, 1954
Italian Brass Mirror, 1954
Italian Brass Mirror, 1954
Italian Brass Mirror, 1954
Italian Brass Mirror, 1954
Italian Brass Mirror, 1954

Italian Brass Mirror, 1954

Place of Origin: Italy
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Gio Ponti
Date of Manufacture: 1954
Dimensions: Height 67cm (26.5″), Width 68.5cm (27″), Depth 2.5cm (1″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Mirror, Wood
Reference Number: 2746

Description: Fine Italian brass mirror from the 1950s. Trapeze shape with a continuous brass frame and undulating brass decoration on top. Very good build quality and condition with a wonderful patina on the brass. The original mirror is in near-perfect condition and is on marked on the backside as having been produced on June 8th, 1954.

Status: Unavailable

Swedish Carved Wood and Glass Chandelier, circa 1930

Carved Wood and Glass Chandelier, circa 1930

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Swedish Carved Wood and Glass Chandelier, circa 1930
Swedish Carved Wood and Glass Chandelier, circa 1930
Swedish Carved Wood and Glass Chandelier, circa 1930
Swedish Carved Wood and Glass Chandelier, circa 1930
Swedish Carved Wood and Glass Chandelier, circa 1930
Swedish Carved Wood and Glass Chandelier, circa 1930
Swedish Carved Wood and Glass Chandelier, circa 1930
Swedish Carved Wood and Glass Chandelier, circa 1930

Carved Wood and Glass Chandelier, circa 1930

Place of Origin: Sweden
Style: Arts & Crafts, Art Deco
Date of Manufacture: 1920-1930s
Dimensions: Height 60cm (23.5″), Diameter 58cm (23″), Canopy 19cm (7.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Carved Wood, Glass
Reference Number: 6448

Description: Unique Swedish carved wood chandelier from the 1920-1930s. Very organic Arts & Crafts design with four curved arms, each with a sand-colored blown glass diffuser, which have a few chips along the bottom rims. Brass and ceramic E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s

Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s

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Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s

Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Pendant, 1950s

Place of Origin: Austria
Creator: J.T. Kalmar, Venini (Glassmaker)
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 135cm (53″), Body Height 30cm (12″), Diameter 41cm (16″), Canopy 7cm (2.75″)
Materials and Techniques: Glass, Brass
Reference Number: 3501

Description: Rare J.T. Kalmar model 3190 glass chandelier/pendant from the 1950s. Dubbed “Nuss” (German for “nut” due to its shape), it consists of two large organically textured glass ‘bowls’ with an iridescent coating, which were produced by Venini. Four E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Pierced Disc Ceiling Light, circa 1950

Pierced Disc Ceiling Light, circa 1950

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Pierced Disc Ceiling Light, circa 1950
Pierced Disc Ceiling Light, circa 1950
Pierced Disc Ceiling Light, circa 1950
Pierced Disc Ceiling Light, circa 1950
Pierced Disc Ceiling Light, circa 1950
Pierced Disc Ceiling Light, circa 1950
Pierced Disc Ceiling Light, circa 1950
Pierced Disc Ceiling Light, circa 1950
Pierced Disc Ceiling Light, circa 1950

Pierced Disc Ceiling Light, circa 1950

Place of Origin: Germany
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1950
Dimensions: Height 42cm (16.5″), Diameter 55cm (21.5″), Canopy 11cm (4.3″)
Materials and Techniques: Lacquered Aluminum, Brass
Reference Number: 5052

Description: Ceiling light from the 1940-1950s in brass with a large pierced aluminum disc shade, lacquered in a slightly metallic gold. Primarily and uplight ceiling fixture, the plentitude of pierced holes in the shade provide a nice sense of depth as glints of light peek through at various angles. Good vintage condition with some odd of paint and patina on the brass. Three original brass E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Swedish Teak And Glass Table Lamps, 1960s

Swedish Teak And Glass Table Lamps, 1960s

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Swedish Teak And Glass Table Lamps, 1960s
Swedish Teak And Glass Table Lamps, 1960s
Swedish Teak And Glass Table Lamps, 1960s
Swedish Teak And Glass Table Lamps, 1960s
Swedish Teak And Glass Table Lamps, 1960s
Swedish Teak And Glass Table Lamps, 1960s

Swedish Teak And Glass Table Lamps, 1960s

Place of Origin: Sweden
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern, Holm Sorenson
Date of Manufacture: 1960s
Dimensions: Height 66cm (26″), Diameter 40cm (15.5″), Teak Height 37cm (14.5″), Shade Height 22cm (8.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Teak, Glass, Brass, Fabric
Reference Number: 6606

Description: Fine pair of Swedish teak and glass table lamps from the 1960s. Angular, solid teak base with thick, blue-tinted cast glass inserts. One E27 socket  with new fabric shades.

Status: Unavailable

French Burl Table Lamp, 1970s

French Burl Table Lamp, 1970s
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French Burl Table Lamp, 1970s
French Burl Table Lamp, 1970s
French Burl Table Lamp, 1970s
French Burl Table Lamp, 1970s
French Burl Table Lamp, 1970s
French Burl Table Lamp, 1970s
French Burl Table Lamp, 1970s

French Burl Table Lamp, 1970s
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Place of Origin: France
Style: Brutalist
Date of Manufacture: 1970s
Dimensions: Height 66cm (26″), Diameter 35cm (14″)
Materials and Techniques: Wood, Brass, Fabric
Reference Number: 7593

Description: Large French burl table lamp from the 1970s. Lively organic burl base with a simple brass stem and off-white shade. Slight patina on the brass and some unevenness of the base due to shrinkage over time. One original brass E27 socket with new wiring and new shade.

Status: Unavailable

Large Art Deco Chandelier, circa 1940

Large Art Deco Chandelier, circa 1940

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Large Art Deco Chandelier, circa 1940
Large Art Deco Chandelier, circa 1940
Large Art Deco Chandelier, circa 1940
Large Art Deco Chandelier, circa 1940
Large Art Deco Chandelier, circa 1940
Large Art Deco Chandelier, circa 1940
Large Art Deco Chandelier, circa 1940
Large Art Deco Chandelier, circa 1940

Large Art Deco Chandelier, circa 1940

Place of Origin: Germany
Style: Art Deco
Date of Manufacture: 1940s
Dimensions: Height 110cm (43″), Body Height 36cm (14″), Diameter 84cm (33″), Canopy 10.5cm (4″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Glass
Reference Number: 7547

Description: Large brass and enameled glass chandelier from the 1940s. Playful six-arm brass structure with ivory-colored blown glass diffusers with gold decorations. Dark patina on the brass elements and light wear to the gold-paint decorations on the glasses. Six original brass E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Large J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Light, 1950s

Large J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Light, 1950s

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Large J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Light, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Light, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Light, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Light, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Light, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Light, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Light, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Light, 1950s
Large J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Light, 1950s

Large J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Light, 1950s

Place of Origin: Austria
Creator: J.T. Kalmar, Venini (Glassmaker)
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Diameter 55cm (21.5″), Height 21cm (8.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Glass, Brass, Aluminum
Reference Number: 5111

Description: Large J.T. Kalmar flush mount (model “Koralle”) from the 1950s. A single heavily textured glass (produced by Venini) with an iridescent finish is formed into an organic dome and held in place by a single brass knob. Very good original condition with three original E27 sockets.

Status: Unavailable

French Modernist Chandelier, 1960s

French Modernist Chandelier, 1960s

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French Modernist Chandelier, 1960s
French Modernist Chandelier, 1960s
French Modernist Chandelier, 1960s
French Modernist Chandelier, 1960s
French Modernist Chandelier, 1960s
French Modernist Chandelier, 1960s
French Modernist Chandelier, 1960s
French Modernist Chandelier, 1960s
French Modernist Chandelier, 1960s

French Modernist Chandelier, 1960s

Place of Origin: France
Creator: Arlus, Lunel
Date of Manufacture: 1960s
Dimensions: Height 54cm (21″), Diameter 78cm (31″), Canopy 6.5cm (2.5″), Glass Length 18cm (7″), Maximum Bulb Diameter 3.5cm (1.3″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Glass
Reference Number: 6740

Description: Large modernist French brass and glass chandelier from the 1960s. Dynamic 8-arm structure with ribbed glass diffusers, alternatingly pointing in- and outward. Very good original condition with some patina on the top parts of the brass. Original brass and ceramic E14 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable