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1950s Italian Pocket Watch Pendant Light in the Style of Pietro Chiesa

About the Item

Very unusual form. Typically presented horizontally as a flying saucer with the stem going through the center axis of the UFO, this pendent is in the form of a pocket watch, having etched glass crystal lens on both sides cased in a brass frame with two fluted socket cups on either end of a scrolled brass arm. Holds two candelabra sized screw cap bulbs up to 60 watts each. Style of Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte. 31.5" drop but we can lengthen or shorten stem. Pendant itself is 16.5" diameter and 4" wide at center.
  • Similar to:
    Pietro Chiesa (Designer)Fontana Arte (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Diameter: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Crystal,Etched
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 1940' Early 1950's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Rewired. Typical patina on brass but we can polish upon request.
  • Seller Location:
    Hanover, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU88661576872
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