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Mod. 2228 Faceted Glass Table Lamps by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy

Description
An exquisite pair of Mod. 2228 faceted glass table lamps by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy, c. 1956. The aquamarine coloured glass base has an additional layer of reflective blue glass to the very bottom of the lamp which compliments the circular blue glass diffuser at the top of the nickel shades. Two sleek and 'gem-like' lighting pieces from the master of Italian mid-century lighting design.

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Brass, Nickel, Glass
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent condition, no chips or cracks to glass. Very minor scratches / oxidisation to metal shades commensurate with age.
Creation Date:	c.1956
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Book References:	Literature: Laura Falconi, Fontana Arte: Una Storia Transparente, Milan, 1998, fig. 130 Fontana Arte, no. 5, sales catalogue, Milan, 1963, p. 49 Fontana Arte, no. 6, sales catalogue, Milan, 1964, p. 115
Dealer Reference #:	CG00741
Incollect Reference #:	728823