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Henri Fernandez Illuminated Sculpture of a Longhorn Beetle

$ 6,150
  • Description
    Extremely rare sculpture in brass and agate, by Henri Fernandez for atelier Duval Brasseur, modelled as a Longhorn Beetle and dating to the 1970’s.

    The beautiful blue agate wings are set within the large brass body, and illuminated from below by a single E14 bulb.

    An absolutely stunning piece of brutalist art sculpture by one of the most sought after designers of this era.

    Length 31cm x Width 24.5cm x Depth 13cm

    None of the lighting will require rewiring for use in the USA.

    All of our lighting is wired and ready for use in the USA. For ceiling and wall lights you would just need to use the suitable USA 120V lightbulbs.

    For all Table and Floor lamps, you would simply need to fit a USA standard electrical plug or use a USA adapter. You would also need to use the suitable USA 120V lightbulbs.
  • More Information
    Documentation: Documented elsewhere (exact item)
    Notes: A pair of these beetle sculpture lamps by Henri Fernandez were sold at the Dreweatts 'A Modern Grand Tour' auction from the Anyhoe Park estate sale in England, 2021, the hammer price was almost £14000.
    Origin: France
    Period: 1950-1979
    Materials: Hand worked brass and aqua blue agate semi precious stones
    Condition: Good. Good Vintage Condition
    Styles / Movements: Country, Bohemian, Other
    Catalog References: Dreweatts Auction results for the Modern Grand Tour auction of the Anyhoe Park collections January 2021 Lot 51: A PAIR OF GILT METAL AND COLOURED AGATE INSECT WALL LIGHTS, HENRI FERNANDEZ FOR ATELIER JACQUES DUVAL-BRASSEUR, 1970S | Sold for £13,750
    Dealer Reference #: henri fernandez beetle
    Incollect Reference #: 634135
  • Dimensions
    W. 9.65 in; D. 5.12 in; Diam. 12.2 in;
    W. 24.5 cm; D. 13 cm; Diam. 31 cm;
Shipping Information:

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Message from Seller:

Based in the historic county of East Sussex, England, LCT Home specialise in sourcing the extraordinary, travelling extensively to hand pick European and British heritage antique furniture, designer lighting, and objet d’art from the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.

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