1960s Achille Castiglioni and Pier Giacomo Brass 'Light Ball' Ceiling Lamp
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Description
1960s Achille Castiglioni and Pier Giacomo Brass 'Light Ball' Ceiling Lamp for Flos.
Designed in 1965, this rare and vintage brass variant comes with satin opaque glass. An incredibly refined and iconic midcentury design that is quintessentially Italian.
One lamp available.
Literature ref.: Casa Amica, 27 June 1972, p. 105 Octagon 30 September 1973, p. 149 Sergio Polano, Achille Castiglioni all the works, Electa, Milano, 2001, p. 224 Giuliana Gramigna, repertoire 1950-2000, Allemandi, Torino, 2003, p. 121
Professionally rewired for US electrical single socket 60 watt max equivalent LED medium base bulb. Wear consistent with age and use. Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee. Contact us to facilitate. Additional photos available upon request.
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More Information
Documentation: Documented elsewhere (exact item) Notes: Literature ref.: Casa Amica, 27 June 1972, p. 105 Octagon 30 September 1973, p. 149 Sergio Polano, Achille Castiglioni all the works, Electa, Milano, 2001, p. 224 Giuliana Gramigna, repertoire 1950-2000, Allemandi, Torino, 2003, p. 121 Origin: Italy Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Brass, metal, opaline glass Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Creation Date: 1960 Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century, Minimalist Book References: Literature ref.: Casa Amica, 27 June 1972, p. 105 Octagon 30 September 1973, p. 149 Sergio Polano, Achille Castiglioni all the works, Electa, Milano, 2001, p. 224 Giuliana Gramigna, repertoire 1950-2000, Allemandi, Torino, 2003, p. 121 Dealer Reference #: V3417 Incollect Reference #: 768418 -
Dimensions
W. 12.9 in; H. 9.5 in; Diam. 12.9 in; W. 32.77 cm; H. 24.13 cm; Diam. 32.77 cm;
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