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Pair of 1940s Model #1537 Sconces by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte

Creator: Fontana Arte (FontanaArte)
Offered by: Two Enlighten Los Angeles, LLC

Description
Pair of 1940s Model #1537 Sconces by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte. Executed in opaline glass and metal in Italy, circa late 1930s / early 1940s. A highly refined design by one of the greatest masters of lighting, this exceptional pair of sconces exudes understated elegance.

Price is for the pair.

Literature: Franco Deboni, "Fontana Arte, Gio Ponti, Pietro Chiesa, Max Ingrand," Umberto Allemandi & Co, 2012, fig. 42 related double glass model

Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee. Please note only one representative fixture photographed for listing. Some variation from lamp to lamp, but both are comparably good. Accommodates a single 60w equivalent bulb. Period style backplate added for mounting over a standard American j-box. Some scuffs, scratches and patination as largely shown in the images and noted only for accuracy.

More Information

Documentation:	Ample Provenance
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Metal, Opaline Glass
Condition:	Good. Additions or alterations made to the original. Rewired. Wear consistent with age and use. See description for details.
Creation Date:	circa 1940s
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	V3162
Incollect Reference #:	577125

Dimensions

W.	3.625 in;	H.	11.25 in;	D.	4.65 in;
W.	9.21 cm;	H.	28.58 cm;	D.	11.81 cm;

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