Pair of Mid-Century Brass & Lucite "Spun Shaped Wall Sconces" by Karl Springer
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Description
Pair of Mid-Century Brass & Lucite "Spun Shaped Wall Sconces" by Karl Springer
$6,475.00
This gleaming and bold Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Spun Shaped Wall Sconces" in Brass and Frosted Lucite are by the esteemed artist and designer Karl Springer and originate from the United States, Circa 1980. Featuring spun form diffusing shades in polished brass with a lining and base detailing in frosted lucite. The silhouette of the lucite follows the edge of the brass, delineating the form with seriffed edges and a skyscraper style motif in the center, arching upwards to support the brass element. Bold and glamorous, these sconces are sure to make an alluring statement and will unify a space beautifully when used as a pair. Karl Springer is highly regarded and well known for his use of proportion, geometric forms, and unique material combinations. Newly rewired to American Standards, these sconces each take two Edison base light bulbs achieving up to 200 watts of light per sconce. In Excellent Vintage Condition.
American, circa 1980
Dimensions:
Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm) x Width: 23.5 in (59.69 cm) x Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
Creator: Karl Springer (Maker)
Sold As: Set of 2
Power Source: Hardwired
Style: Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques: Brass, Lucite
Period: 1980-1989
Date of Manufacture: circa 1980
Condition: Excellent. Rewired. -
More Information
Documentation: Documented elsewhere (similar item) Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Brass, Lucite Condition: Good. Rewired Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century Incollect Reference #: 700067 -
Dimensions
W. 23.5 in; H. 10.5 in; D. 14 in; W. 59.69 cm; H. 26.67 cm; D. 35.56 cm;
Message from Seller:
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