1960s Stilnovo Model #2120/1 Sculptural Opaline Glass Pendant.
Executed in matte finish opaline glass and painted metal with a custom fabricated period style ceiling plate for mounting over a standard American J-box. A highly functional light sculpture of attractive scale and incomparable refinement.
Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting design companies in Italy during the midcentury era. Their designs have been long sought after by collectors worldwide.
Ref. related Models #8052 & 2120 in "Stilnovo: Apparecchi per L'illminazione" pub. Luminaires-Moderniste, pp. 132 & 134
Professionally rewired for single standard medium base 75W equivalent LED bulb. Custom brass canopy added for compatibility with US electrical J-box; some age appropriate wear, patination, bends, dings, nicks and scuffs as largely shown and noted only for accuracy. Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee.
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1960s Stilnovo Model #2120/1 Sculptural Opaline Glass Pendant
Additional Info
CREATOR: Stilnovo (Designer)
DIMENSIONS: 72 inches of black cloth cord. Shade diameter 8.5 in. Shade height 12 in. Shade opening diameter 4.25 in. Canopy diameter 4.5 inches.
STYLE: Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Metal, Opaline Glass,
PLACE OF ORIGIN: Italy
PERIOD: 1950-1959
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: circa 1950s
CONDITION: Good. Rewired. Additions or alterations made to the original. Wear consistent with age and use. See description for details.
