Space Age Murano Glass Ceiling Lamp by Simon & Schelle, 1970s

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A rare and imposing ufo/flying saucer-shaped ceiling light with a flattened profile, a perfect expression of 1970s space age design. … Read more A rare and imposing ufo/flying saucer-shaped ceiling light with a flattened profile, a perfect expression of 1970s space age design. A blend of german design by simon & schelle (sische) and murano glass art, it features a majestic blown white opaline glass diffuser with a refined transparent edge traversed by flowing black submerged lines. The ideal structure for providing a warm, even light to large living rooms or formal offices.

details and specifications:

type: large ufo/flying saucer ceiling light

style: space age/modern antique

attribution: attributable to simon & schelle (sische) with murano glass

materials: blown murano glass (opaline and transparent with black submerged lines), enameled metal internal frame

period: 1970s (20th century/vintage)

dimensions: diameter 57 cm | height 15 cm

condition:

excellent condition. The magnificent heavy glass diffuser is perfectly intact, brilliant, and free of cracks or chips. The internal metal structure (with three lamp holders) is solid, complete, and ready for installation.

please note that any white areas in the photo are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to best illuminate the item, which may cause slight color variations in the photograph.

the item is original and is carefully photographed, capturing every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws.

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