Large 1960s Castiglioni 'Light Ball' Wall or Ceiling Lamp for Flos.
Designed in 1965 by brothers Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, this is the large size of the iconic Light Ball design. This piece does have slight denting around the fixture opening - see images for details. Replacement satin glass light ball. An incredibly refined and iconic midcentury design that is quintessentially Italian.
Literature ref.: Casa Amica, 27 June 1972, p. 105 Octagon 30 September 1973, p. 149 Sergio Polano, Achille Castiglioni all the works, Electa, Milano, 2001, p. 224 Giuliana Gramigna, repertoire 1950-2000, Allemandi, Torino, 2003, p. 121
One piece available.
Professionally rewired for US electrical single socket 60 watt max equivalent LED medium base bulb. Wear consistent with age and use. Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee. Contact us to facilitate.
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Large Brass 1960s Castiglioni 'Light Ball' Wall or Ceiling Lamp
Additional Details
CREATOR: Achille Castiglioni and Pier Giacomo (Designer), Flos (Manufacturer)
DIMENSIONS: Height: 10 in.; Diameter: 16.9 in,
STYLE: Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Brass, Glass (replacement)
PLACE OF ORIGIN: Italy
PERIOD: 1960-1969
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: circa 1965
