Dahlia Sconces by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Italy
c. 1956
Polished brass, clear & colored glass. Brass structures with alternating clear and green glass "petals." Each sconce has 2 candelabra, (E12) sockets. Very good restored condition. Metal has been polished and all sockets and wiring have recently been replaced. Newly made back-plates will cover standard junction boxes.
h. 29.5" w. 6.5" d. 5"
$18,500 pair
Ref: 65 MI 37
Pair of Wall Sconces, # 1552 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Italy
c. 1959
Organically sculpted, central glass elements. Convex, frosted glass side panels. Nickeled back mounts. Three light sources.
h. 15" w. 3" d. 8"
Very good vintage condition. Newly re-wired and new sockets installed.
$16,500. pair
Ref: 65 MI 06
Pair of Sconces by Roberto Giulio Rida
Italy
c. 2020
Brass, powder coated & perforated metal. Each sconce has 3 standard E26 sockets. Recently rewired with new sockets added.
h. 34” w. 37” d. 5.5”
$14,500
Pair of Dahlia Sconces by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Italy
c. 1956
Brass, glass. Sculptural structures with alternating clear and blue colored glass "petals." Each sconce has 2 candelabra, (E12) sockets. Very good restored condition. Metal has been cleaned and all sockets and wiring have recently been replaced. Recently made back plates to cover U.S. Junction box.
h. 28.5" w. 6" d. 5.5"
$18,500. pair
MoonFlower Wall Lights by Lorin Silverman
USA
2022
Glass, Japanese gold foil, brass. Handblown platter forms inlaid with Japanese gold foil and sculpted glass diffusers. These fixtures are signed by the artist, UL certified and made per order here in New York City. Each fixture is fitted with one candelabra socket. We recommend using T-3 40w or 60w candelabra bulbs. Custom colors & metal finishes available. Choose from several hot-sculpted diffuser options. 16-20 week lead time.
Can be mounted on the ceiling as well.
h. 25” w. 20.5” d. 9.5”
$25,000. pair.
Ref: 65 LSV 01
Adjustable Sconce #149/N by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce
Italy
1950
Chromed metal wall mount and extended arm. Black painted metal shade and counter weight. Height can be adjusted and arm moves from side to side. Manufacturers label on inside of shade.
h. 33" w. 15.5" d. 36" as shown.
Very good condition, some oxidation to the chrome. New wiring and socket.
$17,500.
Ref: 65 GS 08
Starburst Sconce by Silas Seandel
USA
c. 1975
Torch-cut, welded, polychromed and patinated steel, brass. There are four candelabra sockets which have been recently replaced and rewired. Very good vintage condition. Second matching sconce available. Artist-signed.
h. 38.5” w. 48” d. 7”
$11,500.
Ref: 65 SS 01
Pair of Sconces #2199 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Italy
c. 1960’s
Beveled & acid-etched glass & brass. Ovoid crystal shield with irregular bevel to outer edge and etched center section. Painted and polished brass structure that holds one candelabra socket. A rare model by Max Ingrand. Very good condition. Sockets and wiring have been recently replaced and back plates newly made.
h. 8.25" w. 8" d. 4"
Published: Fontana Arte 4, Manufacturer’s catalog, Pg. 59
$12,500. pair
Ref: 65 MI 34
Fucile Con Foglie Sconces by Roberto Giulio Rida
Italy
2020
Large amethyst-colored Murano glass leaves with polished, lacquered brass. Each light takes 2 standard E26 bulbs.
h. 36” w. 18” d. 9.5”
$24,000. pair
Ref: 65 RR 06
Barovier Incalmo Sconces by Roberto Giulio Rida
Italy
2020
Murano glass, brass. Opaque glass shades, blown Murano glass mounts and brass structures. Each fixture has two E26 standard sockets. Recently rewired.
h. 22” w. 12” d. 8’’
$14,500. pair
Ref: 65 RR 05
Pair of Two-Arm Sconces by Stilnovo
Italy
c. 1962
Great forms of black painted and polished brass. Acid-etched, white glass reflectors with
pale blue, frosted glass shades. Each sconce has two Edison sockets.
h. 13” w. 17” d. 9.5”
Very good condition. Some age to metal parts.
$9,500.
Ref: 65 ST 09
Fantastic Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo
Italy
1950
Painted metal, brass. Wired for U.S. standards. 6 x E12 sockets per fixture. Overall good vintage condition with some light oxidation to the brass. Recently rewired.
h. 86” w. 10.5” d. 13”
$28,000. pair
Ref: 65 ST 12
Rare Pair of Sconces by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Italy
c. 1960
Chiseled, etched & satin glass, brass. A rare form with 1 x E12 (candelabra) socket per light. Very good vintage condition. Sockets and wiring have been recently updated.
diam. 10.5” d. 3.5”
Published: Max Ingrand: Du Verre a la Lumière, Martin-Vivier, pg. 163
$24,000. pair
Ref: 65 MI 32
Adjustable Sconce #149/N by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce
Italy
c. 1950
Brass wall mount and extended arm. Black painted metal shade and counter weight. Height can be adjusted and arm moves from side to side. Manufacturers label on inside of shade.
h. 33" w. 15.5" d. 36" as shown.
Very good condition, some oxidation to brass. New wiring and socket. Metal shade appears to have been repainted at some point.
$17,500.
Ref: 65 GS 07
Rare Sconces, Model No. 2052, by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Italy
c. 1961
Beveled & clear glass, frosted glass, brass. Each sconce has 3 x candelabra sockets. All wiring and sockets have been recently changed. Metal and glass show overall signs of wear and oxidation.
h. 20” w. 7.5” d. 5.25”
$24,000. pair
Published: Fontana Arte 1: Illuminazione, manufacturer’s catalogue, Pg. 58
Max Ingrand, Du Verre À La Lumière, Pg. 185.
Ref: 65 MI 27
Rare Wall Sconce, Model No. 179 by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce
Italy
c. 1950
Lacquered aluminum, brass, frosted glass, plastic switches. 3 movable cone shades (one candelabra socket each), one upper reflector shade with pivoting capabilities, and one standard Edison socket. A variation of this model was also licensed by Lightolier for availability on the American market. A rare and exceptional Sarfatti light. Very good vintage condition. Overall oxidation to brass, colored shades seem to have been repainted at some point. All wiring and sockets have been recently replaced. Arteluce sticker on inside of top reflector shade.
h. 31.5” w. 28” d. 20”
Price on request
Published: Gino Sarfatti: Selected Works 1938-1973, M. Romanelli & S. Severi, pg. 404
Ref: 65 GS 06
5-Light Wall Sconce by Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Italy
c. 1954
Impressive scale single sconce. Gold Murano glass with red details. Each arm has a single standard Edison socket. Matching 7-light variant also available. Very good condition. All glass has been cleaned and all sockets and wiring have been recently replaced. Newly made back-plate to fit over standard j-box.
h. 45” w. 25” d. 13”
$15,500.
Provenance: Hotel Bristol - Merino, Italy.
Ref: 65 SVA 01
Rare Wall Sconces #2135 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Italy
c. 1960
Satin glass panels of natural and green colors. Polished brass structure. 2 candelabra sockets per sconce. Very good condition. Oxidation to brass and paint loss to metal interior . Glass appears to be in very good condition. Sockets and wiring have been recently replaced, and metal has been cleaned.
h. 16" w. 4.5" d. 5.5"
$16,500. pair
Published: Fontana Arte 4, makers self-published catalog. Pg. 55
Provenance: Private collection, Milan.
Ref: 65 MI 25
Studio-Made Bijou Sconces by Arriau
France
2017
Patinated brass ribbons with polished interior & applied balls of quartz-crystal. Each sconce has 2 candelabra sockets & is signed on the rear. 16-20 week lead time.
h. 29” w. 12” d. 9”
$18,500. pair.
Pair of Sconces, Model #1680 by Fontana Arte
Italy
c. 1960
Rare and elegant pair of sconces with acid-etched glass diffusers and hand-cut brass mounts. Newly created back plates and recently re-wired. Each sconce has one standard Edison socket.
h. 12.5" w. 5.5" d. 6"
Excellent condition
$12,500.
Ref: 65 FA 13
