Lot 322
  • 322

Ignazio Gardella (1905 - 1999) for Azucena

Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • A pair of 'Lte 8' standard lamps,
  • 174cm. high;
  • 5ft 8½in.,
glass, marble, each spherical frosted glass shade with three lights and gilt bronze supports, on a patinated metal cylindrical stem and triform white marble base

Literature

Giulana Gramigna, Repertorio del Design Italiano 1950-2000, Turin, 2003, p.49. 

Condition

A stylish pair of good overall appearance. Minor old marks and scratches consistent with age and use. Not tested or guaranteed for electricity. One or two minor nicks to marble bases. Brass plates to top of shades slightly dirty and blemished. A decorative pair in good overall condition
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