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Arredoluce (Attributed)

1950s Italian 8-Glass Cascading Chandelier Attributed to Arredoluce

Origin

Italy

Period

1950-1979

Materials

Metal, Brass, Opaline Glass

Dimensions

H.	47.5 in;	Diam.	15.5 in;
H.	120.65 cm;	Diam.	39.37 cm;

Condition

Good. Accommodates 8 US candelabra base 25w maximum bulbs (lower with incandescent). Updated electrical, but not UL listed. Some dings, scuffs, losses and patination as largely seen in the photos and noted only for accuracy.

Description

1950s Italian 8-glass cascading chandelier attributed to Arredoluce. An extremely refined design executed in sculpturally blown opaline glass, black painted metal and patinated brass. An exquisite unsigned example that shares numerous attributes to the iconic early work of Lelli and Arredoluce Monza.

Literature: Anty Pansera, "Arredoluce: Catalogue Raisonné 1943–1987" showing related opaline glass shade models.

Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing available from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee.Each glass measures 7 inches high by 3 1/2 inches wide.

Styles / Movements

Mid Century, Modern

Dealer Reference Number

V976

Incollect Reference Number

312171