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Large 1960s Achille Castiglioni & Pier Giacomo 'Light Ball' Wall or Ceiling Lamp
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Description
Large 1960s Achille Castiglioni & Pier Giacomo 'Light Ball' Wall or Ceiling Lamp. Designed in 1965, this rare variant is executed in attractively patinated brass and opaline glass. An incredibly refined and iconic midcentury design that is quintessentially Italian. Retains original manufacturer's sticker.
Literature ref.: "1000 Lights: 1960 to Present," eds. Charlotte & Peter Fiell, Tachen, 2005 p.91
Price is per item. 2 lamps available.
Each lamp accommodates 1x 60W max equivalent standard medium base (e26) LED bulb (LED only). Professionally rewired for US electrical and modified for mounting over a standard US j-box. Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee. Contact us to facilitate.
Some age appropriate scuffs, dings, nicks, and wear as largely shown and noted only for accuracy. Note that only one representative example is featured in the listing images, but both lamps in similarly good condition and present well as a pair. -
More Information
Documentation: Ample Provenance Origin: Italy Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Brass, Opaline Glass Condition: Good. Rewired:. Wear consistent with age and use. See listing description for more details. Creation Date: c 1960s Number of Pieces: 2-3 Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century Dealer Reference #: V3453 Incollect Reference #: 778192 -
Dimensions
H. 11.5 in; Diam. 16.5 in; H. 29.21 cm; Diam. 41.91 cm;
Message from Seller:
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