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Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce Rare Sputnik Chandelier Model 2003

$25,000
£18,891.68
€21,815.25
CA$34,933.73
A$38,761.91
CHF 20,304.32
MX$475,325.10
NOK 258,264
SEK 243,790.20
DKK 162,690
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Designed by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce in 1939, rare 'Fuoco d'artificio' chandelier model 2003 executed in the 1950s, Italy. This 24-light sputnik ceiling light is composed of tubular brass arms which radiate on a brass structure with canopy and custom canopy plate. Beautifully aged patina on the brass and in excellent original condition. A truly a chic and iconic Sarfatti design, this spectacular chandelier looks magical with its multiple glowing lights exuding modern sophistication and impeccable craftsmanship by one of Italy's leading mid-century lighting designers. Recently rewired to U.S. standards. Literature: M. Romanelli, S. Severi, Gino Sarfatti: selected works 1938-1973, Milan, 2012, pp. 19, 66, 124, 461 (last image) Domus, no. 274, October 1952, p. 59 Domus, 1951, p. 56 for a photograph of the present model in the Arteluce showroom “Il Cristallo che va da pavimento a soffitto,” Domus, no. 384, November 1961, front matter in a period advertisement Lumieres, je pense a vous, Centre Georges Pompidou, 1985, p. 126 Michael Lassel, “Design Icon: The Sputnik Chandelier,” Elle Décor, September, 2009, p. 24.
  • Creator:
    Gino Sarfatti (Designer),Arteluce (Maker)
  • Design:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 41 in (104.14 cm)Diameter: 34 in (86.36 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Rewired: Recently rewired to U.S. standards including custom ceiling plate. Wear consistent with age and use. in very good condition with some patina to brass.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SAR4061stDibs: LU2917334156732

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