Marcello Fantoni Dimpled Ceramic Lamp
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Marcello Fantoni Dimpled Ceramic Lamp
About the Item
- Creator:Marcello Fantoni (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)Diameter: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The ceramic is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks; the metal shows expected wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU828514927581
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