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Rare Napoleone Martinuzzi 'Adam & Eve' Scavo Sconce for Cenedese, 1953-1958

About the Item

'Adam & Eve' One of the unique 'Scavo' pieces from the fabulous wall created by Martinuzzi for Gino Cenedese, 1950s . Photos demonstrate the very different but equally effective appearance of the piece with the back light and off.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1954
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: top brass replaced. Wear consistent with age and use. Glass is in fine condition, the bottom brass is original but the top is makeshift.
  • Seller Location:
    Sharon, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3438312024863
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