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Eclipse - Vintage Sculptural Wall Lamp: A Brutalist Mexican Masterpiece
About the Item
Hand-sculpted in Mexico, this captivating piece showcases the raw beauty of brutalist design, marrying rugged textures with refined elegance. Crafted from solid copper and adorned with colored glass inlay, each detail speaks to the meticulous artistry of its creators.
This wall lamp serves as both functional lighting and a captivating sculptural accent. When illuminated, the lamp transforms, revealing a mesmerizing spectacle: a sobbing face comprised of translucent colored glass, evoking an ethereal beauty that oscillates between sunlit warmth and moonlit melancholy. It's a stunning juxtaposition, where the lamp becomes a beacon of emotional depth and artistic expression. Sun by day, moon by night.
Highly probable to have been crafted either just prior to or at the inception of the Mexican Brutalist movement, this unsigned masterpiece bears an intriguing mystery about its origin. While its birthplace remains elusive, we trace its lineage to two renowned artisanal hubs: Taxco, Guerrero, and Santa Clara del Cobre, Michoacán.
Regardless of its precise origins, one fact is undeniable: this piece stands as a bold testament to artistic ingenuity and cultural heritage. With its enigmatic allure and striking presence, it transcends mere decoration, transforming any interior into a captivating space imbued with history and craftsmanship.
- Similar to:Los Castillo (Sculptor)
- Dimensions:Height: 3.55 in (9 cm)Diameter: 17.72 in (45 cm)
- Power Source:Hardwired
- Voltage:110-150v
- Lampshade:Included
- Style:Brutalist (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1965
- Condition:Rewired. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:colima, MX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9622238492082
HIGAREDA
We are the design shop of a multidisciplinary design studio focused mainly on residential interior and product design, however we also trade fine art, vintage pieces and antiques. Our design and collecting philosophy is centered around solace, slow living and transcendence. We strive to create spaces and objects that help us experience our ultimate reality by setting the stage for more meaningful, comforting and ceremonious every day experiences. We believe that by allowing our design process to steer away from rationality and into artistic and emotional dimensions, we can create experiences that inspire profound delight and connection to the present moment. Our eclectic style draws from different eras, and is deeply rooted in cultural context and sensitivity, which inspires a constant search for extraordinary pieces of vintage and antique items, as well as works of art.
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