Pair of Large 1950s Stilnovo Glass and Brass Pendants
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Description
Pair of large 1950s Stilnovo glass and brass pendants. A quintessentially 1950s Italian design executed in matte finish opaline glass and polished brass with a custom fabricated architectural ceiling canopy for mounting over a standard American J-box. A highly functional pair of light sculptures of attractive scale and incomparable refinement.
Price is for the pair.
Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting design companies in Italy during the midcentury era. Their designs have been long sought after by collectors in the know.
Ref. related Models #8052 & 2120 in "Stilnovo: Apparecchi per L'illminazione" pub. Luminaires-Moderniste, pp. 132 & 134
Professionally rewired for US electrical but not UL listed. Recommended UL listing available from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee. Please note that only one representative example of the pair is featured in the photos. Some variation and sizing differences from lamp to lamp due different production runs. -
More Information
Documentation: Ample Provenance Origin: Italy Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Opaline Glass, Polished Brass Condition: Good. Professionally rewired for single e27 medium base 100 watt max LED bulb (lower with incandescent); custom thick brass canopy added for compatibility with US electrical J-box; some losses, patination, bends and scuffs noted only for accuracy Number of Pieces: 2-3 Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century, Minimalist Incollect Reference #: 325113 -
Dimensions
H. 43 in; Diam. 8.5 in; H. 109.22 cm; Diam. 21.59 cm;
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