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Five-Armed Brass Chandelier with Floral Details, Europe 1950s

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
The postwar period in Europe saw a departure from ornate, heavy fixtures, with designers turning to streamlined, minimalist aesthetics. This chandelier embodies that evolution, incorporating a modern approach to design while maintaining a sense of timeless refinement. This piece represents the fusion of mid-century modern design and European elegance, where functional lighting merges with sculptural beauty.

The clean lines and balanced proportions are characteristic of the period, offering both visual interest and functional illumination in an elegant and understated manner. The chandelier features a distinctive materials, with the polished brass arms extending outward, each supporting a shade. The shades, reminiscent of delicate flower petals, provide a soft, diffused light that creates a warm and inviting ambiance. The contrast between the gold-toned brass and the white shades highlights the sophistication of mid-century lighting design. The slender brass give the piece a graceful, almost floating appearance, while the central black hub at the base grounds the design and offers a subtle contrast to the lightness above. The gentle curve of the shades, paired with the clean, organic lines of the brass framework, evokes an air of effortless grace, like a floral arrangement in mid-bloom. The overall silhouette balances between both modernist simplicity and decorative beauty, reflecting the 1950s European desire for artful design that was both functional and visually pleasing.

This chandelier remains a striking example of the period’s aesthetic sensibilities, blending sophistication with utility. The shiny brass, along with the piece’s light and welcoming impression ensures that it will continue to enhance any room with timeless charm.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use.

Dimensions:
18.89 in ⌀ x 26.37 cm H
48 cm ⌀ x 67 cm H

Shipping:
This chandelier will be packaged and shipped with the greatest care and attention to make sure you will receive the item in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

IMPORTANT!
VAT normally applies and will be added to items when purchased by a European buyer or transported to a location within the EU.

More Information

Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Glass, Brass
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	1950s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	20252869
Incollect Reference #:	792637

Dimensions

H.	26.38 in;	Diam.	18.9 in;
H.	67 cm;	Diam.	48 cm;

Message from Seller:

Located in Utrecht, The Netherlands, H. Gallery specializes in modern and contemporary design with a strong focus on Brazil and Scandinavia. The gallery strives to preserve and promote especially Brazil's rich design heritage and curates a select group of contemporary artists. Meticulous research, ie getting in contact with the original designers, producers, their heirs, and retrieving and indexing old catalogues and magazines is at the heart of its activities. All works presented excel in great