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Italian 'Flying Saucer' Chandelier, 1950s

Italian Flying Saucer Chandelier, 1950s

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Italian 'Flying Saucer' Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 'Flying Saucer' Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 'Flying Saucer' Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 'Flying Saucer' Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 'Flying Saucer' Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 'Flying Saucer' Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 'Flying Saucer' Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 'Flying Saucer' Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 'Flying Saucer' Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 'Flying Saucer' Chandelier, 1950s
Italian 'Flying Saucer' Chandelier, 1950s

Italian Flying Saucer Chandelier, 1950s

Place of Origin: Italy
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Srtilnovo, Arredoluce
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
Dimensions: Height 75cm (30″), Height without stem 20cm (8″), Diameter 43cm (17″), Canopy 5.7cm (2.3″)
Materials and Techniques: Lacquered Steel, Brass, Enameled Glass, Aluminum
Reference Number: 3654

Description: Classic Italian ‘Disco Volante’ (flying saucer) chandelier from the 1950s. Two curved frosted glass diffusers with a brass rim and an exterior red Saturn-style ring are suspended from minimal brass hardware. Three original brass and ceramic E14 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass

Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass

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Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass
Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass
Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass
Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass
Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass
Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass
Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass
Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass
Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass
Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass
Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass
Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass

Italian Chandelier, circa 1940, Brass and Etched Glass

Place of Origin: Italy
Style: Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa, Luigi Brusotti
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1940
Dimensions: Height 100cm (39.5″), Body Height 28cm (11″), Width 105cm (41.5″), Depth 55cm (21.5″), Canopy 11.5cm (4.5″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Etched Glass, Parchment Paper
Reference Number: 2539

Description: Lovely long Italian chandelier from the 1930-1940s, attributed to Luigi Brusotti. Eight-arm brass structure with floral scalloped aluminum socket covers and a thick glass pane with etched floral decor. Very good original condition with patina on the brass and some light loss of paint on the lacquered aluminum parts. Original shades with new parchment paper covering. Eight original brass and ceramic E27 sockets with new wiring.

Status: Unavailable

Austrian Brass Cage Lantern, 1940s

Austrian Brass Cage Lantern, 1940s

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Austrian Brass Cage Lantern, 1940s
Austrian Brass Cage Lantern, 1940s
Austrian Brass Cage Lantern, 1940s
Austrian Brass Cage Lantern, 1940s
Austrian Brass Cage Lantern, 1940s
Austrian Brass Cage Lantern, 1940s
Austrian Brass Cage Lantern, 1940s
Austrian Brass Cage Lantern, 1940s

Austrian Brass Cage Lantern, 1940s

Place of Origin: Austria
Style: Mid-Century Modern, J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank
Date of Manufacture: 1940s
Dimensions: Height 53cm (21″), Diameter 21cm (8″), Canopy 8.5cm (3.3″)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Fabric
Reference Number: 5184

Description: Austrian brass cage lantern from the 1940s. From a custom cast brass suspension element hangs a brass cage or basket with fabric shade inlet. One original brass E27socket with new wiring and new fabric on the shade.

Status: Unavailable

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

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

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

Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950

Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950

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Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950
Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950
Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950
Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950
Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950
Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950
Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950
Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950
Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950
Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950

Rare Angelo Lelii Lantern, circa 1950

Place of Origin: Italy
Creator: Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1950
Dimensions: Height 112cm (44″), Body Height 54cm (21″), Diameter 32cm (12″), Canopy 8cm (3.2″)
Materials and Techniques: Lacquered Steel, Brass, Glass
Reference Number: 4654

Description: Rare lantern by Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce, circa 1950. Lovely modernist design with the ‘outlines’ of the lantern defined by four steel ‘ribbons’ lacquered in cream color. The satin glass panes are suspended by very minimal brass elements. Patina throughout with some loss of the original paint. One original brass and ceramic E27 socket with new wiring. Has been added to the Arredoluce Archive with the number 1085315.

Status: Unavailable