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Pair of Mod. 1552 Glass Appliques by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy, c.1956

Description
An original pair of Mod. 1552 wall lights designed by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy, c.1956. The nickel-plated brass fittings each support a large polished glass diffuser with two convex satin glass side tiles. There are three lamp holders within each fitting and lights have been completely rewired - suitable for use in the UK, Europe and the US.

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Brass, Nickel-Plate, Glass
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Glass in excellent condition, no chips or cracks. Oxidisation to areas of brass and wear to nickel-plating, all commensurate with age.
Creation Date:	c.1956
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Book References:	Literature: Fontana Arte: Illuminazione, Fontana Arte Sales Catalogue, Milan, p. 67. Carlo Bestetti, Forme Nuove In Italia, Rome, 1957, p. 205, fig. b. Franco Deboni, Fontana Arte: Gio Ponti, Pietro Chiesa, Max Ingrand, Turin, 2012, fig. 338.
Dealer Reference #:	CG00768
Incollect Reference #:	762887