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Midcentury modern sconces by RAAK Amsterdam circa 1960s, a pair

$4,400per set
£3,328.90per set
€3,842.07per set
CA$6,145.58per set
A$6,832.71per set
CHF 3,576.51per set
MX$83,800.88per set
NOK 45,538.01per set
SEK 42,993.28per set
DKK 28,670.78per set
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Midcentury modern sconces by RAAK Amsterdam Designed and made in Netherlands in 1960s Opaline glass, enameled metal Simple, crisp design Each sconce takes 1 medium base bulb Complimentary US rewiring upon request Price is for a pair. 2 pairs are available. We take pride in bringing vintage fixtures to their full glory again. At Illustris Lighting our main focus is to deliver lighting fixtures to our clients in ready to install condition. Every item in our collection goes through strict condition inspection and receives careful restoration if it’s needed. We work with highly skilled restorers, the very best in the business. They are experts in European lighting and happy to do custom modifications, exquisite patinas and give the vintage lights their second lease on life. Every single fixture comes with a complimentary US rewiring and adapted to US standards.
  • Creator:
    RAAK (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Glass,Metal,Enameled
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1700237956012

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