Large pair of 1950s Stilnovo brass and opaline glass sconces.
Executed in brass with a sculptural three-sided opaline glass diffuser. An incomparably clean and refined design characteristic of midcentury Italian lighting at its highest level.
Price is for the pair. One pair available.
Stilnovo was one of the most innovative Italian lighting design companies during the midcentury era. Their designs have been long sought after by knowledgeable collectors.
Reference literature: "Stilnovo: Apparecchi per L'illminazione" pub. Luminaires-Moderniste, related models pg. 129.
Professionally required. Each light accommodates a single 75w max equivalent standard medium base (e26) LED bulb (lower with incandescent). Bulbs not included. Custom period-style backplates added for mounting over a standard U.S. j-box. Please note only one representative example appears in the photos. All lamps in comparable condition but show some subtle difference. Minor patina, scrapes, scuffs, and bends as largely shown and noted only for accuracy. More images available upon request. Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee.
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Large Pair of 1950s Stilnovo Brass and Opaline Glass Sconces
Additional Info
CREATOR: Stilnovo (Maker)
DIMENSIONS: Height: 17 in. (43.18 cm), Width: 4.5 in. (11.43 cm), Depth: 8.5 in. (21.59 cm)
SOLD AS: Set of 2
STYLE: Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Brass, Opaline Glass
PLACE OF ORIGIN: Italy
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: Early 1950s
CONDITION: Good. Rewired. Additions or alterations made to the original. Wear consistent with age and use. Please see listing description for more details.
