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Pair of Longobard Turquoise and Amber Hammered Murano Glass and Iron Sconces

Creator: Longobard
Offered by: Venfield

Description
Known for his unique design vision and a distinctive style combining artistic expression with functionality, Longobard was in a class by himself. Greatly influenced by the culture of Germanic inhabitants who populated the Verona region around 600-700 A.D., his creations are something out of the middle ages with their heavy wrought iron frames, hammered glass and occassional mythological motifs. Yet it's this historical craftsmanship and its use of raw materials that makes his modern and exemplary of the emerging Brutalist movement of the early 70's.

This pair of Amber and Turquoise hammered Murano glass sconses highlight's Lombardo's guiding principle that lighting designs be visually stunning and practical, an approach that not only illuminated spaces but enhanced their aesthetic appeal as well. These and several other Longobard lighting creations are now available at Venfield's NYC showroom. Italy, 1970's.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Murano Glass,Wrought Iron,Hand-Crafted
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Brutalist
Incollect Reference #:	774801

Dimensions

W.	8 in;	H.	13 in;	D.	5 in;
W.	20.32 cm;	H.	33.02 cm;	D.	12.7 cm;

Message from Seller:

Venfield is a furniture and lighting gallery on the Upper East Side of NYC. The Venfield collection consists of dramatic "made to order" chandeliers and sconces as well as finely crafted, custom made case pieces.