Mid 20th Century Frosted Glass and Bronze Six Arm Chandelier Attrib to Maison Baguès

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A rare French chandelier boasts six rocket-shaped glass shades on six gently curved arms, adorned with beautifully machined, fluted bobeches, … Read more A rare French chandelier boasts six rocket-shaped glass shades on six gently curved arms, adorned with beautifully machined, fluted bobeches, attributed to Maison Baguès.
The distinctive frosted glass pointed cone shades of this chandelier take on the form of architectural turrets. These shades retain their original decorative hardware mounts, adding to the unique and original design of the fixture.
The clear tripodal glass panel stem adorned with stars, featuring a brass pole insert, extends upward, creating the illusion of the chandelier floating in space. The entire piece is finished in a distinctive two-tone bronze mottled green and brass finish, with the top cone shaped canopy in brass and the circular bottom glass showcasing a spirograph design as an additional source of light.
This chandelier has the aesthetic feel of Italian design. FontanaArte, along with Italian designers Max Ingrand, Oscar Torlasco Gio Ponti and others were evidently influenced by earlier French designers. This cross-cultural exchange is reflected in their works, showcasing shared artistry and design traditions.
Initially futuristic, this design remains relevant and timeless today.
Overall, this elegant chandelier would be a beautiful and unique addition to any type of room and in any room setting, ex: Art Deco, Modern, Italian design, Industrial, Mid Century Modern, Minimalist, Transitional, Neo Classical, English, Traditional, French, Biedermeier, Swedish, Hollywood Regency, Venetian and can be used as in any space, foyer, entry, hallway, bedroom, dining room, study, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, ...
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