Venini Style Modern Baroque Crystal Chandelier by George Surtees, Sydney, 1970s

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Venini Style Modern Baroque Crystal Chandelier by George Surtees, Sydney, 1970s

About the Item

Simply spectacular! A substantial Venini style Bohemia crystal chandelier designed by George Surtees, renowned Hungarian-Australian interior designer whose Sydney design practice flourished from the 1950s through to the early 2000s. Note that while only one chandelier is offered here, there is a pair. The second is still being restored. If you are interested in both, please let us know. A further, larger chandelier in the same style is yet to be restored also. Please register your interest by making contact if you would like to be notified of this upcoming listing. Surtees' has made a significant contribution to Australian design history. He was part of the influx of talented European emigre designers post WWII, who brought their European training and deep commitment to Modernism to the postwar Australian design scene. You can read further academic research in an online article, Modern Baroque: The designs of George Surtees by Dr Judith O’Callaghan. Each of these substantial 46kg/85lb chandeliers is composed of a four-tiered gold-plated steel frame, eight 40 watt B15 bayonet cap bulb sockets and 88 clear and coloured crystals. The crystals vary in length and thickness and the brackets that hold the crystals are varied in height. This gives a consistent but organic variation, with an appearance reminiscent of a large cluster of natural quartz crystals. The crystals are varied in colour and add to this effect. Two of the three colours are unique products of Bohemia (Czech) crystal production - opaque black and amethyst crystal was not produced anywhere else during this period. The majority of crystals are clear, which forms the base colour to the highlighting coloured crystals and to lighten the overall tone. Each crystal is held in place with a gold-plated nut. A NOTE ON WIRING: This item is rewired to Australian/NZ Standard and has been tested and tagged safe for a nominal 230v system (supply of anywhere from 210-240v). Australian and New Zealand buyers must consult a registered electrician for hard wired installation or safety tag will be void. Plug and play if this item is a lamp. This light is compatible with European 220v electrical systems but wire colours may differ and correct bulbs may or may not be readily available. Please check with your bulb supplier before purchase - many are available online. Consult your electrician for hard wired installation or to change bulb sockets (or for plug change if this item is a lamp). In the US and anywhere a 110v system is in place - this light may or may not require rewiring to meet your local safety standards and correct bulbs may or may not be readily available. Please use the information provided to seek advice on compatibility from your locally registered electrician before purchase. They will be able to advise on the potential need for rewiring, bulb socket changes, or if this item is a lamp, for plug change. Before purchase, please check with your bulb supplier - many are available online. Use of LED bulbs is recommended (to prevent overheating and reduce power usage).

Creator:
George Surtees (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 27.56 in (70 cm)Diameter: 19.69 in (50 cm)
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Crystal,Gold Plate,Steel,Plated
Place of Origin:
Australia
Period:
1970-1979
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1970s
Condition:
Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Cleaned, frame coated with car wax. Some loss gold plate, minor pitting surface of frame on close inspection. See images. One visible chip on one crystal, other small edge chips and scuffs to a few crystals. General very good, clean condition.
Seller Location:
Melbourne, AU
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU265638314493