Gino Sarfatti (1912-1985) for Arteluce
Rare Pair of Sconces Model 121
Italy, 1946
Gino Sarfatti (1912-1985) for Arteluce
Rare Pair of Sconces Model 121
Italy, 1946
15 H x 7 W x 11 D in (38 x 17.8 x 28 cm)
Very rare pair of sconces with cream lacquered metal shades on brass structures. These sconces are an elegant design with adjustable shades that pivot with butterfly wing nuts. In excellent original condition and newly rewired to U.S. standards with custom backplates.
Only 1 pair available.
Provenance
Milan estate
Literature
M. Romanelli, S. Severi, Gino Sarfatti. Opere scelte 1938-1973, Silvana Editoriale, Cinisello balsamo, 2012, pp. 46, 395
G. Aloi, Esempi, Ristampa Illuminazione 1934-1964, Milan, 2019, p.67, no. 229
Gerd Hatje, “IDEA 53: International Design Annual”, éditions Wittenborn, Schultz, New York, 1952, p. 116
C. Krentowski, The Complete Designers’ Lights II, JRP/Ringier, Zurich 2014, pp. 36-37
Price: $14,500
Item #: SAR407