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Whitework Embroidery Light, Sweden, 1970s

$4,955.10
£3,600
€4,219.78
CA$6,764.65
A$7,525.40
CHF 3,944.91
MX$91,958.50
NOK 50,233.47
SEK 47,287.86
DKK 31,499.06
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About the Item

A linen ceiling light with whitework embroidery. The centrepiece of this unusually shallow linen chandelier is the whitework embroidery that adorns the main circular panel, which is backlit by the three bulbs behind. When turned on, the subtle, tone-on-tone embroidery of leaves is beautifully backlit whilst casting a warm glow through the natural linen. The light has been fully rewired to UK standard and will need to be mains wired, the drop can be altered at client's request.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.15 in (8 cm)Diameter: 27.17 in (69 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Hardwired
  • Voltage:
    220-240v
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Rewired: The light has been rewired to UK standard and takes three bayonet bulbs.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU891044471582

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