Pair of 1950s Giuseppe Ostuni #109-1 'Tubetto 2 Snodi Piccoli' Sconces for Oluce. An extremely rare pair of wall lamps executed in painted perforated aluminum and metal by one of the most refined Italian designers of the midcentury. A highly adjustable wall light, the arm can be rotated right/left while the shade rotates freely.
O-Luce was one of the most innovative lighting design companies in Italy during the midcentury era. Their exceptionally refined designs have been long sought after by collectors worldwide.
Literature in "O-Luce: Apparecchi per L'illminazione" pub. Luminaires-Moderniste, related table (shade) and wall models pp. 55-58 + "O-Luce di Giuseppe Ostuni: A Catalogue Raisonné (Vol II)" by Thomas Bräniger, p. 57
Professionally rewired for US electrical with new period style backplate added for mounting over a standard American j-box. Each lamp accommodates a single 60W equivalent LED US candelabra (e12) bulb (LED only, not included). Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee. Contact us to facilitate.
Please note that only one representative lamp is shown in images. Some variation from lamp to lamp, but both in similarly good condition and present well as a pair. Additional images upon request. Some age appropriate patina, dings, scuffs and wear as largely shown and noted only for accuracy.
Pair of 1950s Giuseppe Ostuni #109-1 'Tubetto 2 Snodi Piccoli' Sconces for Oluce
Additional Info
CREATOR: Giuseppe Ostuni (Designer), Oluce (Manufacturer), O-Luce (Manufacturer)
DIMENSIONS: Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm), Width: 3.4 in (8.64 cm), Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
STYLE: Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Aluminum, Brass, Metal, Enameled
PLACE OF ORIGIN: Italy
PERIOD: 1950-1959
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: circa 1950s
CONDITION: Good. Rewired. Replacements made. Wear consistent with age and use. See listing description for details.