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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

Large Italian cut Glass Mirror, 1940s

Large Italian Cut Glass Mirror, 1940s

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Large Italian cut Glass Mirror, 1940s
Large Italian cut Glass Mirror, 1940s
Large Italian cut Glass Mirror, 1940s
Large Italian cut Glass Mirror, 1940s
Large Italian cut Glass Mirror, 1940s
Large Italian cut Glass Mirror, 1940s
Large Italian cut Glass Mirror, 1940s
Large Italian cut Glass Mirror, 1940s
Large Italian cut Glass Mirror, 1940s

Large Italian Cut Glass Mirror, 1940s

Place of Origin: Italy
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Gio Ponti, Piero Fornasetti
Date of Manufacture: 1940s
Dimensions: Height 135cm (53″), Width 80cm (31.5″), Depth 3cm (1.2″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Mirror, Wood
Reference Number: 5248

Description: Very unique large Italian brass mirror from the 1940s. Oval shape with with a twist on the bottom and original mirror which has a border of cut/polished ovals to the backside of the glass. Fair amount of patina on the brass with heavier spots on the bottom.

Status: Unavailable

Bakalowits Glass Chandelier, circa 1970

Bakalowits Glass Chandelier, circa 1970

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Bakalowits Glass Chandelier, circa 1970
Bakalowits Glass Chandelier, circa 1970
Bakalowits Glass Chandelier, circa 1970
Bakalowits Glass Chandelier, circa 1970
Bakalowits Glass Chandelier, circa 1970
Bakalowits Glass Chandelier, circa 1970
Bakalowits Glass Chandelier, circa 1970
Bakalowits Glass Chandelier, circa 1970
Bakalowits Glass Chandelier, circa 1970

Bakalowits Glass Chandelier, circa 1970

Place of Origin: Austria
Creator: Bakalowits & Söhne
Date of Manufacture: 1960-1970s
Dimensions: Height 114cm (45″), Body Height 41cm (16″), Diameter 35cm (13.5″), Canopy 11cm (4.3″), Weight 13Kg (28.5lbs)
Materials and Techniques: Glass, Gold-plated Brass
Reference Number: 7460

Description: Massive glass pendant/chandelier by Bakalowits & Söhne from the 1960-1970s. Gold-plated brass hardware with a ‘dome’ of 30 curved glass elements. Very good original condition with a light patina on the gild-plating. Three E14 sockets and one E27 socket.

Status: Unavailable

Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s

Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s

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Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s
Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s
Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s
Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s
Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s
Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s
Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s
Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s
Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s
Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s

Large Modernist Lantern by Lumi Milano, 1950s

Place of Origin: Italy
Creator: Lumi Milano, Oscar Torlasco
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 110cm (43″), Body Height 51cm (20″), Diameter 36cm (14″), Canopy 10cm (4″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Glass
Reference Number: 3565

Description: Large Italian satin glass lantern designed by Oscar Torlasco for Lumi Milano in the 1950s. Two large tapered blown glass diffusers with a satin finish and a thick brass “Saturn” ring in between them are held in place by a minimalist brass structure. There is a chip on the bottom rim of the upper glass which is covered by the brass ring. Three original brass and ceramic E27 sockets with new wiring and original manufacturers label. 

Status: Unavailable

French Art Deco Ceiling Light, circa 1940

French Art Deco Ceiling Light, circa 1940

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French Art Deco Ceiling Light, circa 1940
French Art Deco Ceiling Light, circa 1940
French Art Deco Ceiling Light, circa 1940
French Art Deco Ceiling Light, circa 1940
French Art Deco Ceiling Light, circa 1940
French Art Deco Ceiling Light, circa 1940
French Art Deco Ceiling Light, circa 1940
French Art Deco Ceiling Light, circa 1940
French Art Deco Ceiling Light, circa 1940

French Art Deco Ceiling Light, circa 1940

Place of Origin: France
Style: Art Deco, Jacques Adnet, Jean Perzel
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1940
Dimensions: Height 55cm (21.5″), Diameter 45cm (17.5″), Canopy 10cm (4″)
Materials and Techniques: Lacquered Aluminum, Cast Glass
Reference Number: 5970

Description: French Art Deco ceiling light from the late 1930 to early 1940s. Tiered aluminum cones lacquered in a sand-color with cast glass elements embedded into the main shade. Very nice original condition with minor wear to the original paint. Four brass and ceramic E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Austrian Glass Pendant, 1950s

Austrian Glass Pendant, 1950s

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Austrian Glass Pendant, 1950s
Austrian Glass Pendant, 1950s
Austrian Glass Pendant, 1950s
Austrian Glass Pendant, 1950s
Austrian Glass Pendant, 1950s
Austrian Glass Pendant, 1950s
Austrian Glass Pendant, 1950s
Austrian Glass Pendant, 1950s
Austrian Glass Pendant, 1950s

Austrian Glass Pendant, 1950s

Place of Origin: Austria
Creator: Rupert Nikoll
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 82cm (32″), Diameter 31cm (12″), Canopy 6.5cm (2.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Glass, Brass
Reference Number: 5722

Description: Fine Austrian glass pendant from the 1950s, by Rupert Nikoll. The glass globe has a remarkable “liquid” texture and is possibly made of leaded/crystal glass, as it has a much higher refractive index than regular glass and is quite heavy. Very good original condition with minimal patina. One original brass E27 socket with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s

Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s

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Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s
Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s
Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s
Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s
Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s
Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s
Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s
Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s
Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s
Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s

Stilnovo Pendant, 1950s

Place of Origin: Italy
Creator: Stilnovo, Seguso (Glasmaker)
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Body Height 46cm (18″), Drop Height 140cm (55″), Diameter 20cm (8″), Canopy 6cm (2.4″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Pulegoso Glass, Steel, Aluminum
Reference Number: 4412

Description: Rare Italian pendant attributed to Stilnovo, 1950s. Dual Murano glass diffuser in Pulegoso technique. One original brass and ceramic E27 socket with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Tall Austrian Giltwood Mirror, 1940s

Tall Austrian Giltwood Mirror, 1940s

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Tall Austrian Giltwood Mirror, 1940s
Tall Austrian Giltwood Mirror, 1940s
Tall Austrian Giltwood Mirror, 1940s
Tall Austrian Giltwood Mirror, 1940s
Tall Austrian Giltwood Mirror, 1940s
Tall Austrian Giltwood Mirror, 1940s
Tall Austrian Giltwood Mirror, 1940s
Tall Austrian Giltwood Mirror, 1940s
Tall Austrian Giltwood Mirror, 1940s

Tall Austrian Giltwood Mirror, 1940s

Place of Origin: Austria
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Gio Ponti
Date of Manufacture: 1940s
Dimensions: Height 98cm (38.5″), Width 59/46cm (23/18″), Depth 4cm (1.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Giltwood, Mirror, Hardboard
Reference Number: 3316

Description: Tall Austrian giltwood mirror from the 1940s. Sensuously curved and tapered carved wood frame with a gold leaf finish on the inside and gold paint on the outside. Original mirror glass in excellent condition.

Status: Unavailable 

Large Vistosi Pendant, circa 1970

Large Vistosi Pendant, circa 1970

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Large Vistosi Pendant, circa 1970
Large Vistosi Pendant, circa 1970
Large Vistosi Pendant, circa 1970
Large Vistosi Pendant, circa 1970
Large Vistosi Pendant, circa 1970
Large Vistosi Pendant, circa 1970
Large Vistosi Pendant, circa 1970
Large Vistosi Pendant, circa 1970
Large Vistosi Pendant, circa 1970

Large Vistosi Pendant, circa 1970

Place of Origin: Italy
Creator: Vistosi
Date of Manufacture: 1960-1970s
Dimensions: Height 104cm (41″), Body Height 56cm (22″), Diameter 40cm (15.5″), Canopy 6cm (2.3″)
Materials and Techniques: Murano Glass, Nickeled Steel
Reference Number: 5890

Description: Large glass pendant by Gino Vistosi from the 1960-1970s. A large heavily textured glass globe is encased by cascading glass ‘scales’, heavily textured and lightly tinted in green and grey. The hardware is nickeled steel with one original nickel and ceramic E27 socket with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable