Mid-Century Graniglia Glass Wall Sconce, Italy, 1960s

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This sculptural mid-century Murano wall sconce features two hand-blown graniglia glass leaves mounted on a polished brass frame. Each clear … Read more This sculptural mid-century Murano wall sconce features two hand-blown graniglia glass leaves mounted on a polished brass frame. Each clear glass leaf is smooth on the front and textured on the reverse, a detail that creates a subtle crystalline effect when lit. The leaves are secured by decorative brass caps and curved rope-twist arms attached to a domed backplate, combining sparkle with warmth in a distinctly Italian way.

The piece captures the refined glamour of 1960s Murano lighting, when Venetian glasshouses such as Barovier & Toso and A.V. Mazzega experimented with textured techniques to achieve soft, diffused light. Elegant and timeless, this double sconce would suit any modern, Hollywood Regency, or Italian mid-century interior.
Up to 250V (Europe/UK Standard).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less