1960s Achille Castiglioni & Pier Giacomo 'Light Ball' Ceiling Lamp in Black
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Description
1960s Achille Castiglioni & Pier Giacomo 'Light Ball' wall or ceiling lamp in black for Flos. Designed in 1965, this rare and vintage black-painted variant comes with satin opaque glass. An incredibly refined and iconic midcentury design that is quintessentially Italian.
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
Accommodates 1x 60W equivalent standard medium base (e26) LED bulb (lower with incandescent). Professionally rewired for compatibility with US electrical.
Some age appropriate wear, scuffs, dings, nicks and bends as largely shown and noted only for accuracy. -
More Information
Documentation: Ample Provenance Origin: Italy Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Metal, Opaline Glass, Painted Condition: Good. Additions or alterations made to the original. Rewired: Professionally rewired for US electrical. Wear consistent with age and use. See description for details. Creation Date: circa 1960s Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century Dealer Reference #: V3242 Incollect Reference #: 627883 -
Dimensions
H. 9.05 in; Diam. 12.9 in; H. 22.99 cm; Diam. 32.77 cm;
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