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Osvaldo Borsani Mirror, 1948

Osvaldo Borsani Mirror, 1948

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Osvaldo Borsani Mirror, 1948
Osvaldo Borsani Mirror, 1948
Osvaldo Borsani Mirror, 1948
Osvaldo Borsani Mirror, 1948
Osvaldo Borsani Mirror, 1948
Osvaldo Borsani Mirror, 1948
Osvaldo Borsani Mirror, 1948
Osvaldo Borsani Mirror, 1948

Osvaldo Borsani Mirror, 1948

Place of Origin: Italy
Creator: Osvaldo Bosrani (Designer), ABV (Manufacturer)
Date of Manufacture: 1948
Dimensions: Height 99cm (39″), Width 65/50cm (25.5/20″), Depth 3cm (1.2″)
Materials and Techniques: Mirror, Brass, Wood
Reference Number: 2578

Description: Rare Italian mirror designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Borsani Varedo in 1948. Minimalist tapered design with two large brass ‘brackets’ holding the facetted mirror in place. While the original mirror is in very good shape, it should be noted that it has an even ‘misty’ patina throughout. Comes with a certificate of authenticity by the Archivo Osvaldo Borsani.

Status: Unavailable

Böhlmarks Amber Glass Ceiling light, 1930s

Böhlmarks Amber Glass Ceiling light, 1930s

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Böhlmarks Amber Glass Ceiling light, 1930s
Böhlmarks Amber Glass Ceiling light, 1930s
Böhlmarks Amber Glass Ceiling light, 1930s
Böhlmarks Amber Glass Ceiling light, 1930s
Böhlmarks Amber Glass Ceiling light, 1930s
Böhlmarks Amber Glass Ceiling light, 1930s
Böhlmarks Amber Glass Ceiling light, 1930s

Böhlmarks Amber Glass Ceiling light, 1930s

Place of Origin: Sweden
Creator: Böhlmarks, Harald Notini
Date of Manufacture: 1930s
Dimensions: Height 40cm (16″), Diameter 26cm (10″), Canopy 14cm (5.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Glass, Nickel
Reference Number: 9536

Description: Rare large amber glass ceiling light by Böhlmarks from the 1930s. Nickeled brass fixture with scalloped details hold the large ribbed satin glass diffuser which has a deep amber tint. Nice original condition with some patina on the nickel. One original brass E27 socket with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Hans Bergström Cocoon Table Lamps, 1950s

Hans Bergström Cocoon Table Lamps, 1950s

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Hans Bergström Cocoon Table Lamps, 1950s
Hans Bergström Cocoon Table Lamps, 1950s
Hans Bergström Cocoon Table Lamps, 1950s
Hans Bergström Cocoon Table Lamps, 1950s
Hans Bergström Cocoon Table Lamps, 1950s
Hans Bergström Cocoon Table Lamps, 1950s
Hans Bergström Cocoon Table Lamps, 1950s

Hans Bergström Cocoon Table Lamps, 1950s

Place of Origin: Sweden
Creator: Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 75cm (29.5″), Shade Height 27cm (10.5), Diameter 22cm (8.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Teak, Resin
Reference Number: 8908

Description: Rare pair of Hans Bergström, model 743, cocoon table lamps from the 1950s. Slender turned teak stem with an oblong cocoon shade. Very nice original condition with some patina on the polished brass. One original E27 socket with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Tall Italian Chandelier, 1940s

Tall Italian Chandelier, 1940s

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Tall Italian Chandelier, 1940s
Tall Italian Chandelier, 1940s
Tall Italian Chandelier, 1940s
Tall Italian Chandelier, 1940s
Tall Italian Chandelier, 1940s
Tall Italian Chandelier, 1940s
Tall Italian Chandelier, 1940s
Tall Italian Chandelier, 1940s

Tall Italian Chandelier, 1940s

Place of Origin: Italy
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Pietro Chiesa
Date of Manufacture: 1940s
Dimensions: Height 122cm (48″), Body Height 70cm (27.5″), Diameter 22cm (8.5″), Canopy 10cm (4″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass
Reference Number: 5792

Description: Rare tall Italian chandelier from the 1940s. All brass build with the “crowned” socket covers lacquered in dark green. Nine brass and ceramic E27 sockets with new wiring,

Status: Unavailable

Josef Frank Fabric Pendant, circa 1950

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Josef Frank Fabric Pendant, circa 1950
Josef Frank Fabric Pendant, circa 1950
Josef Frank Fabric Pendant, circa 1950
Josef Frank Fabric Pendant, circa 1950
Josef Frank Fabric Pendant, circa 1950
Josef Frank Fabric Pendant, circa 1950
Josef Frank Fabric Pendant, circa 1950

Josef Frank Fabric Pendant, circa 1950

Place of Origin: Sweden
Creator: Josef Frank, Svensk Tenn
Date of Manufacture: 1940s-1950s
Dimensions: Height 36cm (14″), Diameter 54cm (21″), Canopy 9cm (3.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Fabric, Brass
Reference Number: 8279

Description: Josef Frank model 2560 pendant from the 1940-1950s in a rare striped linen fabric. Very nice original condition with minimal patina on the fabric. One original bakelite E27 socket with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Striped Glass Pendant, 1940s

Striped Glass Pendant, 1940s

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Striped Glass Pendant, 1940s
Striped Glass Pendant, 1940s
Striped Glass Pendant, 1940s
Striped Glass Pendant, 1940s
Striped Glass Pendant, 1940s
Striped Glass Pendant, 1940s
Striped Glass Pendant, 1940s

Striped Glass Pendant, 1940s

Place of Origin: Austria
Style: Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern
Date of Manufacture: 1940s
Dimensions: Height 72cm (28″), Body Height 36cm (14″), Diameter 22cm (8.5″), Canopy 8.5cm (3.3″)
Materials and Techniques: Enameled Glass, Brass
Reference Number: 7536

Description: Charming striped glass and brass pendant from the 1940s. A large tapered blown glass diffuser, frosted on the inside and with a fine pinstripe decor on the outside, is held by a decorative cast brass finial. One original brass and ceramic E27 socket with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1960s

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Chandelier, 1960s

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Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1960s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1960s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1960s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1960s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1960s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1960s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1960s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1960s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1960s

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Chandelier, 1960s

Place of Origin: Sweden
Creator: Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Date of Manufacture: 1960s
Dimensions: Height 84cm (33″), Body Height 24cm (9.5″), Diameter 60cm (23.5″), Canopy 9cm (3.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Glass
Reference Number: 8621

Description: Superb Hans-Agne Jakobsson brass and glass chandelier from the 1960s. Model T 372/6, also known as “Patricia”, in a rare version with perforated brass covers for the glass shades. These covers can be placed on top of the glass or below for different lighting situations/effects. Nice original condition with a lovely patina on the brass. Six original E14 sockets with new wiring. Currently two identical chandeliers available,

Status: Unavailable

Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s

Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s

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Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s

Italian 16-Arm Chandelier, 1950s

Place of Origin: Italy
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Stilnovo, Arredoluce
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 146cm (57.5″), Body Height 41cm (16″), Diameter 82cm (32″), Canopy 10cm (4″), Glass Height 15cm (6″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Glass
Reference Number: 4505

Description: Italian 16-arm brass chandelier from the 1950s. Curved brass arms, each with an onion-shaped satin glass diffuser. Original brass E14 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Orrefors Amber Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s

Orrefors Amber Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s

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Orrefors Amber Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Orrefors Amber Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Orrefors Amber Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Orrefors Amber Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Orrefors Amber Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Orrefors Amber Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Orrefors Amber Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s
Orrefors Amber Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s

Orrefors Amber Glass Ceiling Light, 1940s

Place of Origin: Sweden
Creator: Orrefors, Fritz Kurz
Date of Manufacture: 1940s
Dimensions: Height 47cm (18.5″), Diameter 49cm (19.5″), Canopy 10cm (4″)
Materials and Techniques: Glass, Brass
Reference Number: 10111

Description: Impressive amber glass ceiling light by Orrefors from the 1940s. Large glass diffuser with a satin finish and intricate cut, chipped and scalloped elements. Centerpiece decorations made of six sculpted and textured organic elements. Very nice original condition with a light patina on the brass. Three original brass E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable 

Large J.T. Kalmar Brass Suspension Light, circa 1950

Large J.T. Kalmar Brass Suspension Light, circa 1950

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Large J.T. Kalmar Brass Suspension Light, circa 1950
Large J.T. Kalmar Brass Suspension Light, circa 1950
Large J.T. Kalmar Brass Suspension Light, circa 1950
Large J.T. Kalmar Brass Suspension Light, circa 1950
Large J.T. Kalmar Brass Suspension Light, circa 1950
Large J.T. Kalmar Brass Suspension Light, circa 1950
Large J.T. Kalmar Brass Suspension Light, circa 1950
Large J.T. Kalmar Brass Suspension Light, circa 1950

Large J.T. Kalmar Brass Suspension Light, circa 1950

Place of Origin: Austria
Creator: J.T. Kalmar
Date of Manufacture: 1940-1950s
Dimensions: Height 53cm (21″), Diameter 63cm (25″), Canopy 9cm (3.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Glass
Reference Number: 9298

Description: Large model 3152 brass suspension light by J.T. Kalmar from the 1940-1950s, dubbed “Perlenkranz” (Engl.: “pearl wreath”) for the rim studded with glass pearls. Polished brass bowl suspended by three brass chains. Good original condition with a nice age-related patina on the brass. Three E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable