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1960s Achille Castiglioni & Pier Giacomo 'Light Ball' Wall or Ceiling Lamp

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1960s Achille Castiglioni & Pier Giacomo 'Light Ball' Wall or Ceiling Lamp for Flos. Designed in 1965, this rare and vintage brass variant comes with satin opaque glass. An incredibly refined and iconic midcentury design that is quintessentially Italian. Retains original manufacturer's mark in the metal. Price is per lamp. 2 lamps available. Literature ref.: Casa Amica, 27 June 1972, p. 105 Octagon 30 September 1973, p. 149 Sergio Polano, Achille Castiglioni all the works, Electa, Milano, 2001, p. 224 Giuliana Gramigna, repertoire 1950-2000, Allemandi, Torino, 2003, p. 121 Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee. Please note only one representative example appears in the photos. All lamps in comparable good condition. More images available upon request.
  • Creator:
    Achille Castiglioni (Designer),Flos (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)Diameter: 12.8 in (32.52 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Hardwired
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1965
  • Condition:
    Rewired: Professionally rewired for US electrical single socket 60 watt max medium base bulb (higher with LED). Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Glendale, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: V30511stDibs: LU1447221727632
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