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Pair Of Brass Wall Sconces By Pietro Chiesa For Fontana ARTE

$4,800
£3,656.87
€4,216.51
CA$6,717.50
A$7,505.69
CHF 3,926.31
MX$92,043.82
NOK 50,170.77
SEK 47,575.18
DKK 31,470.10
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About the Item

A stunning curvaceous, rare pair of Italian two light solid brass wall sconces with molded "wave" glass "shades"/diffuser. They have been rewired for North America and also have new candle sleeves in white. They are designed by Pietro Chiesa and manufactured by Fontana Arte around the 1950's. They are in excellent vintage condition with minimal ware considering their age.
  • Creator:
    Pietro Chiesa (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 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 1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The sconces are re-wired for North America and ready to be hung. Some very minor oxidization consistent with their age. New candle sleeves.
  • Seller Location:
    Toronto, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU874942627672

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