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Large Aluminum Light by Paul Mayen for Habitat International; 1960s

$1,480
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£1,123.80
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€1,285.15
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CA$2,067.77
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A$2,299.82
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CHF 1,200.89
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MX$27,986.32
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NOK 15,337.23
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SEK 14,383.62
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DKK 9,591.55
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About the Item

Unique and impressive aluminum light by Paul Mayen for Habitat International, circa 1968. This well proportioned design consists of two polished aluminum cylindrical sections joined midway by polished aluminum rectangular panel; each section houses one 4' fluorescent tube protected by textured plexiglass light covers. Threaded adapters on the back of the light allow it to be mounted to the ceiling or wall.
  • Attributed to:
    Habitat International (Manufacturer)Paul Mayen (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 55 in (139.7 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Aluminum,Plexiglass,Steel,Metalwork,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1969
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Some surface markings on lamp; patina to aluminum; two stable, largely unnoticeable cracks to plexiglass light covers--see images.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU81415219323

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