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Carlo Scarpa ‘Poliedri’ Chandelier for Venini, c.1960

Creator: Carlo Scarpa - Venini
Offered by: Cupio Gallery

Description
A rare ‘polyhedral’ crystal chandelier designed by architect and designer Carlo Scarpa in the late 1950s. Produced by the prestigious Muranese company, Venini, the sixty-five hand-blown poliedri consist of clear, pink and blue coloured crystals, each possessing a unique iridescent lustre on the surface of the glass. This pioneering glass technique is most unusual and has become one of Venini’s most important designs in their catalogue of works . Signed in the frame.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Crystal.
Creation Date:	1960
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	328687

Dimensions

H.	29.53 in;	Diam.	11.81 in;
H.	75 cm;	Diam.	30 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.

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