Description
For your consideration, a vintage 1950s Italian brass and art glass urn desk lamp, designed in the style of Fontana Arte featuring a distinctive chalice or goblet shape with a top magnifying glass lens.
Sculptural patinated brass body shaped like a classical urn or goblet, fitted with a thick glass lens/diffuser top.
Mid-century modern lighting piece from Italy, frequently attributed to mid-century designers or makers such as Fontana Arte and Gio Ponti.
Originally built as a soft accent or bedside light, where the upward-facing glass lens diffuses a subtle glow
Dimensions: 4.25" H x 6" diameter.
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Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Original Unrestored Preowned Vintage Condition. Rewired.
Please expect vintage wear with patina present.
Review images. Firm and sturdy.
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Origin:
Italy
Creator:
Designer: Gio Ponti; Styled After: Fontana Arte
Materials & Techniques:
Art Glass, Brass
Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
Is this piece in working condition? Yes, I have checked myself that this piece works
Power Sources: Corded
Voltage: Up to 120V (US Standard)
Lamp Shade: Not Included
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Plug Type: Type A
Sculptural patinated brass body shaped like a classical urn or goblet, fitted with a thick glass lens/diffuser top.
Mid-century modern lighting piece from Italy, frequently attributed to mid-century designers or makers such as Fontana Arte and Gio Ponti.
Originally built as a soft accent or bedside light, where the upward-facing glass lens diffuses a subtle glow
Dimensions: 4.25" H x 6" diameter.
Please take a look at our listings. We have an amazing curated collection of hard-to-find items.
Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Original Unrestored Preowned Vintage Condition. Rewired.
Please expect vintage wear with patina present.
Review images. Firm and sturdy.
Curated by AMBIANIC
Origin:
Italy
Creator:
Designer: Gio Ponti; Styled After: Fontana Arte
Materials & Techniques:
Art Glass, Brass
Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
Is this piece in working condition? Yes, I have checked myself that this piece works
Power Sources: Corded
Voltage: Up to 120V (US Standard)
Lamp Shade: Not Included
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Plug Type: Type A
Condition
Restored; Some Imperfections; Original Unrestored Preowned Vintage Condition. Rewired.
Please expect vintage wear with patina present.
Review images. Firm and sturdy.
Curated by AMBIANIC
Please expect vintage wear with patina present.
Review images. Firm and sturdy.
Curated by AMBIANIC
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
4.25 x 6 x 6 in
Sculptural Brass Urn Table Lamp Style of Fontana Arte, Mid-Century Italy
Estimate $650-$1,880
Starting Bid
$320
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