Crystal Ball Glass Table Light attributed to Claus Josef Riedel, Austria, 1970s

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Article: "ball" table light desk top light producer: claus josef riedel, austria origin: austria age: 1970s : original 1970s modernist … Read more Article: "ball" table light desk top light producer: claus josef riedel, austria origin: austria age: 1970s : original 1970s modernist table light made of high quality crystal glass in "ball" form. The handmade glass light is made of two pieces of glass in a clear glass tone coloration, which creates a fantastic atmosphere of defused light when the it is illuminated. The special cuttings on the glass surface make this light element very special. This super rare light was produced in the 1970s by austrian high quality premium glass producer company by claus josef riedel. It has a diameter of 25cm and in the middle one socket for e14 light bulb. Very good vintage condition, some slight traces of use and patina, full working. We guess this a one of a kind master piece, we haven't seen a second one of this version. The label of riedel glass company is on the glass underneath the stand base, please see last image. Dimensions: diameter 20cm height 20 cm this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



issues arising from misattribution,
up to 250v (europe/uk standard).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less