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Large Brass 1960s Castiglioni and Giacomo 'Light Ball' Wall or Ceiling Lamp

Creator: Flos (Attributed) -Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Offered by: Two Enlighten Los Angeles, LLC

Description
Large 1960s Achille Castiglioni and Pier Giacomo 'Light Ball' Wall or Ceiling Lamp for Flos.

Designed in 1965, this is the large size of the iconic "light ball" design. This piece does have slight denting around the fixture opening - see images for details. Replacement satin glass light ball. 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

One piece available.

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.

More Information

Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Brass and satin opaline glass
Condition:	Fair. minor denting around opening of brass backplate. replacement glass of the period, but not original to the piece. presents well as a piece
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 #:	V3050
Incollect Reference #:	770778

Dimensions

W.	16.9 in;	H.	10 in;	Diam.	16.9 in;
W.	42.93 cm;	H.	25.4 cm;	Diam.	42.93 cm;

Message from Seller:

Two Enlighten specializes in mid-century vintage + modern lighting, furniture, and décor. We ship worldwide and have a showroom open by appointment only in Glendale, California. Let us know if you're looking for anything or want to drop by and see something. Contact us: 310.592.0464