Vintage Mid-Century Bronze Chandelier

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Description

A striking vintage Italian six-light chandelier, dating to the 1970s and executed in unlacquered bronze. The fixture has a bold, … Read more A striking vintage Italian six-light chandelier, dating to the 1970s and executed in unlacquered bronze. The fixture has a bold, sculptural silhouette centered on a spherical hub, with six tall cylindrical candle holders arranged around gently arched arms.

The unlacquered bronze has developed an attractive, naturally aged patina, with warm brown and golden tonal variation across the surface. Its streamlined form combines Italian Modern design with a subtle Brutalist character, making it an excellent statement fixture for a dining room, entry, living room, library, bedroom, or design-forward commercial interior.

The chandelier’s generous 31.5-inch diameter gives it substantial visual presence without overwhelming a room. The exposed vertical sockets are well suited to candelabra-style bulbs, allowing the fixture’s clean architectural lines to remain visible.

Dimensions
Diameter: 31.5 in.

Fixture height: 20 in.

Number of lights: 6

Details
Origin: Italy

Period: Circa 1970s

Style: Italian Modern / Mid-Century Modern / Brutalist

Materials: Unlacquered bronze

Finish: Naturally aged bronze patina

Type: Chandelier / ceiling light

Power source: Hardwired

Features:

Six-light configuration

Central spherical hub

Arched bronze arms

Tall cylindrical candle holders

Naturally developed, unlacquered bronze patina

Condition and Electrical
Good vintage condition, with wear consistent with age and use. The unlacquered bronze displays intentional and natural variation in color, oxidation, patina, and surface marks. These characteristics are part of the fixture’s authentic vintage appearance and should not be considered defects.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. As with all vintage lighting, we recommend that the fixture be inspected and installed by a qualified electrician. Buyers should confirm wiring condition, bulb-base type, voltage, mounting hardware, and local electrical-code compatibility prior to installation.

Suggested Item Specifics
Item Specific Suggested Entry
Brand Unbranded
Type Chandelier
Style Italian Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Brutalist
Era 1970s
Country/Region of Manufacture Italy
Material Bronze
Color Brown, Gold, Bronze
Number of Lights 6
Power Source Hardwired
Mounting Ceiling Mounted
Features Unlacquered Bronze, Aged Patina, Exposed Candle Sockets
Diameter 31.5 in.
Height 20 in.
Condition Used / Good Vintage Condition See less