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Dahlia Chandelier Model '1563' by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy, c.1954

Creator: Max Ingrand - Fontana Arte (FontanaArte)
Offered by: Cupio Gallery

Description
One of the most iconic pieces from the Fontana Arte archive, the 'Dahlia' chandelier, designed in the mid 1950s, continues to impress some 70 years later. Designed by Max Ingrand, (the former artistic director of Fontana Arte), this circular ceiling light comprises of sixteen gently curved green glass diffusers and is suspended by three brass supports. A truly timeless piece that will look magnificent in any setting!

Literature: Quaderni di Fontana Arte, F. Deboni, Fontana Arte, Gio Ponti, Pietro Chiesa, Max Ingrand, p.308, Allemandi, 2012.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Brass, Glass.
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Glass all in perfect condition, no chips, grazes etc. Patination and oxidisation to areas of the brass fitting. This item has been re-wired, however, it retains its original bulb holders.
Creation Date:	1954
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Book References:	Literature Franco Deboni, Fontana Arte, Umberto Allemandi & C., 2012, p.308
Dealer Reference #:	CG00504
Incollect Reference #:	563814

Dimensions

H.	20.87 in;	Diam.	51.19 in;
H.	53.01 cm;	Diam.	130.02 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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