Vintage 1950s Mattonella Murano Glass Chandelier by Barovier e Toso, Italy. Perfect for smaller apartments and lower ceilings, this chandelier is designed to completely hide the light source within and to cling quite closely to the ceiling, with a relatively short drop of 40cm.
The bricks that form this lovely chandelier are like slabs of ice that that you might find on the surface of a frozen pond. A conceptually adventurous and brilliantly executed design by the house of Barovier, from the late 1940s or early 1950s.
The chandelier consists of glass bricks or 'mattonella' arranged on a white enamelled iron frame. The bricks hang on the frame in two tiers, fixed by a set of brass rods and screw caps. The glass ceiling cup is held in place on the stem by a brass ring and screw.
Six globes are hidden inside the enclosed glass bottom giving off a gorgeous warm glow.
Measurements: Approx. Diameter 43cm
Drop (ceiling to tip) 40 cm
Bulbs not included.
condition: Two glass prisms have repaired cracks. Images show these and priced as is. Otherwise in excellent condition. Pls contact us for more information or visit the showroom
