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

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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

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Seguso Lantern, circa 1950

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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.

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Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s

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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

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Italian Brass Chandelier, circa 1950
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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

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Seguso Glass Lantern, circa 1940

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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

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Pierced Copper Chandelier, 1950s

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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

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Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
€6.000 — On Hold

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Modernist Italian Brass Mirror, circa 1950
€6.000 — On Hold

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

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Danish Modernist Chandelier, circa 1960

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Danish Modernist Chandelier, circa 1960

Place of Origin: Denmark
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Stilnovo, Arredoluce
Date of Manufacture: 1950-1960s
Dimensions: Height 68cm (26.5″), Diameter 40cm (15.5″), Canopy 8.5cm (3.3″)
Materials and Techniques: Lacquered Aluminum, Brass
Reference Number: 6499

Description: Small Danish modernist chandelier from the 1950-1960s. The unique socket covers with integrated shades are made from a single piece of turned aluminum, with top part cut into slim strips which are expanded into a cage-like structure which is lacquered in pastel-pink. Hovering over these are small reflectors. Partially heavy patina on the brass, with very nice condition of the original paint (the tops of the small reflectors were probably previously repainted). Three original E14 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

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Swedish Brass Wall Lights by Falkenbergs, 1950s

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Swedish Brass Wall Lights by Falkenbergs, 1950s

Place of Origin: Sweden
Creator: Falkenbergs Belysning
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 28cm (11″), Depth 24cm (9.5″), Shade diameter 11cm (4.3″), Backplate 6.5×5 cm (2.5×2″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass
Reference Number: 6337

Description: Fine pair of Swedish brass wall lights by Falkenbergs Belysning from the 1950s. Good sized brass shades with cross-shaped cutouts along the rim are mounted ‘gooseneck’ arms, allowing for flexible positioning of light output. Nice original condition with a bit of patina on the brass and original paint on the inside of the shades in very good condition. One original bakelite E27 socket each with new wiring and original on/off switches on the cables.

Status: Unavailable

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Pair of Italian Satin Glass Pendants, 1950s

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Pair of Italian Satin Glass Pendants, 1950s

Place of Origin: Italy
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Stilnovo
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 82cm (32″), Body Height 30cm (12″), Diameter 33cm (13″), Canopy 7.5cm (3″)
Materials and Techniques: Satin Glass, Brass
Reference Number: 2777

Description: Pair of Italian satin glass pendants from the 1950s. Large blown ‘triplex opal’ glass diffusers with a satin finish and all brass hardware. One brass and ceramic E27 socket each with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

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