‘2259' Glass Pendant Light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy 1960s

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The ‘2259' pendant light was designed by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte in the 1960s. This modernist design features two … Read more The ‘2259' pendant light was designed by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte in the 1960s. This modernist design features two teardrop-form glass diffusers with frosted egg-shaped cutouts, subtly obscuring the light source. Suspended from a patinated brass stem and original canopy, the piece exemplifies Ingrand’s mastery in blending materials—where the tactile warmth of brass meets the ethereal quality of frosted glass, creating a harmonious play of light and texture.

Max Ingrand, a celebrated French designer and master glassmaker, collaborated extensively with Fontana Arte, an Italian lighting and glass design company, during the mid-20th century. Max Ingrand became the artistic director of Fontana Arte in 1954, a position he held until 1967. During this period, he was instrumental in shaping the company’s design direction, emphasizing the use of glass in innovative ways.

Ingrand was known for his meticulous approach to glasswork, often treating glass not just as a functional material but as a medium for artistic expression. His designs for Fontana Arte combined elegance with modernity, making use of etched, frosted, and colored glass to create visually stunning and functional pieces. The collaboration between Max Ingrand and Fontana Arte resulted in some of the most iconic lighting designs of the 20th century.

Condition: Great vintage condition, will light patination to the brass. The glass has no significant signs of wear. This pendant has been professionally rewired for U.S. use. Accepts one candelabra base bulb.

Additional Dimensions: 35"OAH See less