Large 1853 Table Lamp by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, 1950s

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A ‘1853’ table lamp - XXL version, designed by Max Ingrand in 1954 and manufactured by Fontana Arte in Italy.

… Read more A ‘1853’ table lamp - XXL version, designed by Max Ingrand in 1954 and manufactured by Fontana Arte in Italy.

French glassmaker Max Ingrand, known previously for his stained glasswork, became the creative director of Fontana Arte in the same year. To commemorate his iconic design, the lamp later got renamed simply ‘Fontana’.

The table lamp consists of a metal base, a glass globe and a glass lampshade. Both glass pieces are made from mouth-blown crystal glass, giving the lamp a soft light. Four bulbs can be found in both the base and under the lampshade, allowing each part to be lit separately as well. The bulbs are controlled by a triple switch.

The table lamp remains in good condition. 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,
European Plug (up to 250V).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less