Modernist Brutalist Chandelier with Four Blackened Hammered Metal Spikes, Europe, 1970

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A modernist four-arm chandelier featuring a geometric construction in blackened hammered metal. The composition rests on a cross-shaped structure with … Read more A modernist four-arm chandelier featuring a geometric construction in blackened hammered metal. The composition rests on a cross-shaped structure with taut, asymmetrical lines, punctuated by circular cups with tapered spikes. The overall effect is an architectural silhouette reminiscent of European Brutalist designs from the 1960s and 70s.
The hammering, visible across the entire surface, enhances the sculptural aspect of the object and creates interesting variations in light depending on the viewing angle. The central chrome sphere provides a visual contrast typical of modernist designs, blending Brutalist and Space Age influences.

with its elongated proportions, this chandelier can be used as a centerpiece, console table, or sculptural decorative element in a modernist, minimalist, or Brutalist interior. Technical Details:
• Designer: Unidentified
• Manufacturer: Unattributed European work, likely Eastern Europe
• Period: Circa 1960-1970
• Materials: Blackened hammered metal, chrome-plated metal, brass
• Finish: Blackened hammered metal with original patina from use
Dimensions:
• Height: 13 cm (5.1 in)
• Width: 42 cm (16.5 in)
• Depth: 6 cm (2.4 in)
• Weight: 0.350 kg
Condition: Good overall vintage condition with signs of wear consistent with age and use. Localized wear to the blackened finish and light patina on the metal cups. Stable and complete structure.

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NCA2320526 See less