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Rare Pair of Rectangular Sconces Model 2311 Varient by Max Ingrand

Creator: Max Ingrand - Fontana Arte
Offered by: soyun k.

Description
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte rare exquisite pair of large rectangular sconces, model 2311 variant, in thick chiseled glass with brass fittings and ivory glass side panels, Italy, circa 1964. These extraordinary sconces exhibit the delicate and harmonious combination of the thick hand-chiseled glass with the refined brass framing and warm ivory glass sides emanating a lovely romantic light. They are large in scale and command a presence in any interior whether traditional or contemporary. These very rare sconces are a variant of model 2311 and hardly ever seen on the market - this pair of sconces were acquired originally from Hôtel San Remo, Italy.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Chiseled glass, brass
Condition:	Good. In very good condition and recently rewired to U.S. standards including UL listing.
Creation Date:	circa 1955
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Book References:	Pierre-Emmanuel Martin-Vivier, Max Ingrand, Du Verre À La Lumière, Paris, 2009, p. 179 for a similar model
Catalog References:	Quaderni Fontana Arte 6, sales catalogue, 1964, p. 76 for a similar model
Dealer Reference #:	FON446
Incollect Reference #:	756970

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