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Rare Wall Sconce #179 by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce

Creator: Gino Sarfatti - Arteluce
Offered by: Donzella

Description
Lacquered aluminum, brass, frosted glass, plastic switches. 3 movable cone shades, (1 candelabra socket each) and one upper reflector shade with pivoting capabilities, and one standard Edison socket. A variation of this model was also licensed by Lightolier for availability on the American market. A rare and exceptional Sarfatti light. Very good vintage condition. Overall oxidation to brass, colored shades seem to have been repainted at some point. All wiring and sockets have been recently replaced. Arteluce sticker on inside of top reflector shade.
Published: Gino Sarfatti: Selected Works 1938-1973, M. Romanelli & S. Severi, pg. 404

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Notes:	Manufacturer's label
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Lacquered aluminum, brass, frosted glass, plastic
Condition:	Good. Very good vintage condition. Overall oxidation to brass, colored shades seem to have been repainted at some point. All wiring and sockets have been recently replaced.
Creation Date:	c. 1950
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	65 GS 06
Incollect Reference #:	404224

Dimensions

W.	28 in;	H.	31.5 in;	D.	20 in;
W.	71.12 cm;	H.	80.01 cm;	D.	50.8 cm;

Message from Seller:

Donzella is a curated gallery space that has specialized in post-war design since its inception in the early 1990s. Largely comprised of works by American interior designers and architects, as well as Italian architects and industrial designers, Paul Donzella's catalog of period furniture and lighting sets exceptional standards of form, quality, and rarity.