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Monumental Commercial Modernist Chandelier, circa 1955

$11,650
£8,805.96
€10,119.61
CA$16,222.55
A$18,046.93
CHF 9,460.42
MX$220,529.03
NOK 120,466.71
SEK 113,402.74
DKK 75,539.04
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About the Item

Custom made circa 1955 and likely manufactured by Lightolier. Measures 63" diameter and 38" total drop. See diagram for measures. Consists of 12 brushed brass pendants amalgamated by a brass ring and arms with a brass dome canopy. Provides a beautiful illumination with light being channeled and cast below and above with over 1500 perforations to the pendants. 3 brass bars hold each cylinder floating above the sockets. Measures 63" diameter and 38" total drop. Each pendant lamp is 12" tall and 5" in diameter. Newly rewired with 10 Amp wire running to each socket (660 Volt, 500 watt sockets max, E26 Medium base screw so for use with residential and commercial applications). Capable of illuminating an immense area with up to 6000 watts of light. Naturally, this lamp can be adjusted with longer/shorter cords and dimable bulbs (either fluorescent, incandescent or LED) and could also be expanded with a larger ring. Ideal for large living areas, foyers and commercial spaces. Photographed with a full size diamond and wire chair by Bertoia to give scale. Will be shipped in custom crate by white-glove shippers. Ready for immediate installation.
  • Attributed to:
    Lightolier (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38 in (96.52 cm)Diameter: 63 in (160.02 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1955
  • Condition:
    Replacements made. Refinished. Rewired. Repaired. Restored, newly rewired throughout, minor marks to dome.
  • Seller Location:
    South Charleston, WV
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 12lamps1stDibs: LU1616217933562

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