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John Norelius Dirigold Art Nouveau Candelabra for AB Alco, Sweden 1920s

$550

£415.62

€479.94

CA$768.54

A$852.76

CHF 446.70

MX$10,457.15

NOK 5,681.81

SEK 5,363.38

DKK 3,579.18

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About the Item

The artists of Nordic Art Nouveau took inspiration from organic and natural forms, resulting in elegant designs with sinuous curves and lines. As this clever candelabra clearly demonstrates, hey also injected the style with their traditional design ideals such as functionality and an uncluttered look. This model has a lot more to offer than it would seem at first glance with unique and clever solutions. Firstly, the mysterious material itself, dirigold. Dirigold was invented by two Swedish engineers, C. Molin and C. A. von Malmborg, and the alloy would consist of 90% copper and 10% aluminium. The two engineers were in charge of the Metal company Alco in Örebro in the 1920s. Newspaper articles around Sweden soon praised the material, Gothenburg Dagblad wrote in 1922: “Dirigold maintains its high shine even after long-standing use unlike silver.” It also quickly became popular for as it withstood discolouration. As this candelabra showcases, the light gold colour is especially effective on round, carved shapes with diverse angles. The structure is rather traditional with a round base, long column and three arms with cups and so-called chambersticks, small pans to catch dripping wax. And then the not so obvious element: the top part is removable, converting the design into a vase. This ingenious feature praises John Norelius as a designer and immediately distinguishes this model from all other candelabras. Norelius became a trainee at AB Alcometaller around 1920, and eventually came to lead the dirigold production in the new factory in Mosås. The composition of the alloy was kept secret, and because of a shortage in materials, the production of dirigold items ceased, making this stately candelabra a museum quality piece. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The dirigold has some marks and patina. Dimensions: 12.79 in W x 4.72 in D x 14.76 in H 32.5 cm W x 12 cm D x 37.5 cm H

Dimensions:
Height: 14.77 in (37.5 cm)Width: 12.8 in (32.5 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
Style:
Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Aluminum,Copper
Place of Origin:
Sweden
Period:
1920-1929
Date of Manufacture:
1920s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. The dirigold has some marks and patina.
Seller Location:
Utrecht, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: 202214761stDibs: LU2947340565752

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