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Pair of Mod. 1552 Glass Appliques by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy, c.1956

Creator: Max Ingrand
Offered by: Cupio Gallery

Description
An original pair of Mod. 1552 wall lights designed by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy, c.1956. The nickel-plated brass fittings each support a large polished glass diffuser with two convex satin glass side tiles. There are three lamp holders within each fitting and lights have been completely rewired - suitable for use in the UK, Europe and the US.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Brass, Nickel-Plate, Glass
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Glass in excellent condition, no chips or cracks. Oxidisation to areas of brass and wear to nickel-plating, all commensurate with age.
Creation Date:	c.1956
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Book References:	Literature: Fontana Arte: Illuminazione, Fontana Arte Sales Catalogue, Milan, p. 67. Carlo Bestetti, Forme Nuove In Italia, Rome, 1957, p. 205, fig. b. Franco Deboni, Fontana Arte: Gio Ponti, Pietro Chiesa, Max Ingrand, Turin, 2012, fig. 338.
Dealer Reference #:	CG00768
Incollect Reference #:	762887

Dimensions

W.	3.15 in;	H.	15.75 in;	D.	7.87 in;
W.	8 cm;	H.	40 cm;	D.	20 cm;

Message from Seller:

Cupio Gallery, located at Alfie’s Antique Market, 13-25 Church Street, London NW8 8DT, offers a curated selection of twentieth-century decorative items, with a special focus on mid-century Italian design. For inquiries or to discuss your collection, please contact us at hello@cupiogallery.com or call +44 7941 274712.