1950s Bent Karlby 3-shade chandelier in black painted metal & brass for Lyfa. Executed in architecturally cut and elegantly shaped black painted metal shades with brass hardware, Denmark, circa 1950s. A quintessentially Danish Modern chandelier by a master Swedish designer whose exquisitely crafted pieces are increasingly sought after by collectors worldwide.
Professionally updated wiring with new US medium base sockets and modified original brass ceiling canopy for mounting over a standard American j-box. Some scuffs, dings, losses and patination as largely shown and noted only for accuracy. Not UL listed, but possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee.
1950s Bent Karlby 3-Shade Chandelier in Black Painted Metal & Brass for Lyfa
Additional Details
CREATOR: Lyfa (Manufacturer), Bent Karlby (Designer)
OF THE PERIOD: Scandinavian Modern
PLACE OF ORIGIN: Denmark
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: circa 1950s
PERIOD: 1950-1959
DIMENSIONS: Height: 70 in. (177.8 cm), Diameter: 11.5 in. (29.21 cm)
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Painted Metal, Brass
CONDITION: Good
CONDITION DETAILS: Good. Rewired. Wear consistent with age and use.