Rare Flush Mount Ceiling Light Model 2405 by Fontana Arte

Fontana Arte rare flush mount ceiling light model 2405 featuring a rounded acid-etched glass diffuser fitted to a cylindrical brass mount, Italy, 1960s.

This uncommon ceiling light has a large, bulbous glass shade that widens below the brass mount and curves inward to a rounded bottom. The acid-etched surface has a fine, softly frosted texture, concealing the bulb and diffusing the light throughout the shade. The cylindrical brass mount is pierced with evenly spaced vertical ventilation slots around the top. Small brass screws hold the glass shade in place.

What distinguishes model 2405 is the proportion of the rounded glass diffuser to the tall brass mount. The glass extends beyond the cylinder, giving this compact fixture a substantial presence when viewed from below.

A less frequently encountered model from Fontana Arte’s 1960s production, it offers the quality of glass and attention to metal fittings associated with the company in a practical flush mount format.

When illuminated, the frosted glass provides soft, diffused light, while the brass adds warmth to the compact design. Suitable for a hallway, entrance, bedroom or other space requiring ceiling-mounted lighting.