Large Modernist Satin Glass and Brass Chandelier, 1950s

Rare Italian modernist chandelier from the 1950s. Very unique and dynamic three-arm structure made of lacquered brass with teak details. Long tubular diffusers made of 'triplex opal'...

Rare Italian suspension chandelier from the 1950s. Three long square 'triplex opal' satin glass diffusers - circa 17inches/43cm, each slightly d...

Rare modernist Italian chandelier/lantern from the 1950s. Sculptural brass structure with a large lacquered aluminum shade. Nice condition with patina on the brass and some light wea...

Rare Italian modernist suspension chandelier from the 1950s, attributed to Stilnovo. Four satin glass diffusers hang from a black lacquered square frame with a smaller square floatin...

Rare modernist chandelier by Stilnovo from 1950s. Two very large (45cm/18″) tapered satin glass diffusers are suspended by a minimal polished brass structure. Original brass and cera...

Modernist 'UFO' chandelier by Lumi Milano, 1950s. Two satin glass diffusers with a brushed aluminum ring between them. Stem and finials are made of nickele...

Rare and unusual looking Swedish modernist chandelier, featuring five cone shaped glass shades mounted on a brass frame, suspended in bras...

A Sputnik chandelier made in Italy in the 1950s. It is fascinating with its unique saucer shape and wonderful glass elements. The light requires 3 E14 light bulbs above the glass ...

A Sputnik chandelier made in Italy in the 1950s. It is fascinating with its unique saucer shape and wonderful brass elements. The light requires 3 E27 (US E26) light bulbs under t...

An Italian modernist chandelier in brass with ivory and black metal shades nine arms style of Gino Sarfatti, 1950.

This characteristic Stilnovo chandelier is the definition of an eye-catching design. Decorative lighting is basically the fourth layer of illumination, the jewellery of the room. This lamp contains the impact of accent lighting with a one-of-a-kind structure. A well-chosen lighting piece can change the overall look of a room and how it feels to be in that room. Historically, chandeliers would hang in the foyer or dining room, however, nowadays, a chandelier is often placed in smaller rooms or even a bathroom to set the aesthetic impression of the space. This mid-century chandelier has an innovative look that is established by the unique geometry of the arms, the conical cluster, and the peculiar shape of the glass shades. This model’s design revolves around its ten opaline glass shades arranged uniquely on curved brass arms. The arms are in pairs, with five connecting points to the cluster. They are bent to cross each other at different heights with a strong curvature. Yet, the resulting structure isn’t chaotic, instead it is interesting and airy, highlighting the shape of the glass shades. The pressed spheres have slim “necks” letting through the light directly. The combination of brass and glass was especially characteristic of the mid-century era as the brass shines beautifully when the light is on. The black lacquered conical cluster is a clever addition as it serves as a focal point. To leave the focus on the body the canopy and the tubing are quite understated. As a result, the design is well-balanced. Stilnovo was the forerunner of innovative Italian lighting design, earning their models much recognition and often a place in museums. This unique chandelier leaves...

1950s chandelier in brass and glass, Italian production, attributable for workmanship and design to the Stilnovo company.