Bourgeois La Tourette Candlestick by Le Corbusier for Cassina

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Le corbusier bourgeois la tourette candlestick for cassina a candlestick whose sleek minimalist lines enhance the exquisite character of the … Read more Le corbusier bourgeois la tourette candlestick for cassina a candlestick whose sleek minimalist lines enhance the exquisite character of the bronze, to illuminate the home with elegance and functionality. A candlestick whose sleek minimalist lines enhance the exquisite character of the bronze, to illuminate the home with elegance and functionality. Created for the main altar of the church in the sainte marie de la tourette monastery, designed by le corbusier between 1953 and 1961, and re-imagined in partnership with the fondazione named for the great architect, bougeoir la tourette is distinguished by the geometrics that fully reflect the style of the ecclesiastical architecture for which it was designed. The candlestick expands vertically: a square and an inverted trapezoid, positioned one atop the other, form a solid structure out of which the candle arises. Materials polished brushed bronze, transparent protective coat. Base in bulgarian red scozia leather. A candlestick whose sleek minimalist lines enhance the exquisite character of the bronze, to illuminate the home with elegance and functionality. Created for the main altar of the church in the sainte marie de la tourette monastery, designed by le corbusier between 1953 and 1961, and re-imagined in partnership with the fondazione named for the great architect, bougeoir la tourette is distinguished by the geometrics that fully reflect the style of this ecclesiastical architecture. The candlestick expands vertically: a square and an inverted trapezoid, positioned one atop the other, form a solid structure out of which the candle arises. this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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