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Barnebys HQ
Brahegatan 10
BOX 5038
114 37 Stockholm
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Wrought-iron and amber glass wall lamp: high craftsmanship inspired by the Piedmontese school of Alfredo d'Andrade and the Lombard brutalist tradition DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK A piece of great charm and formal rigor, this wall lantern-style sconce represents a splendid synthesis of the major currents in Italian art wrought iron. Found in a storeroom of a historic residence, the object immediately evokes the severe and majestic atmospheres of medieval fortifications. The structure is entirely forged in heavy wrought iron, characterized by decisive lines, broad volutes and a conical top cap with a hammered finish. In the center, the metal cage encloses a cylinder of amber glass with raised relief work. When the lamp is lit, the glass diffuses the light, casting a warm golden glow that recreates the evocative atmosphere of ancient open-flame torches. The object's charm is further enriched by natural traces of superficial rust accumulated during outdoor exposure: an authentic mark of time that does not compromise the metal's solidity, but enhances its rustic aesthetic, giving it the characteristic and sought-after patina of true fortress lanterns. HISTORICO-ARTISTIC ATTRIBUTION AND CONTEXT This piece fits within the grand tradition of Italian ironworkers of the 20th century, moving between two important geographical and stylistic influences: - The Piedmontese inspiration of Alfredo d'Andrade: The structural design and neo-medieval rigor of the lantern pay homage to the cultural heritage and models promoted by the renowned architect and archaeologist Alfredo d'Andrade, who between the late 19th and early 20th centuries revolutionized the restoration of castles in Piedmont (such as Pavone Canavese and the Borgo Medievale in Turin), giving rise to a school of high ironcraft specialized precisely in this type of fortress lighting. - The Brutalist/Lombard Longobard style (1960s-1970s): The material heaviness of the iron, the ruggedness of the finishes, and the thick amber blown glass directly recall the subsequent evolution of this tradition, which exploded in Lombardy in the second half of the century through art workshops (such as the famous Longobard manufactory). In that period, these elements were produced to furnish noble taverns, reception rooms, and historic residences in the region. Complete with an original period electrical system and bulb, the lamp presents itself in an extraordinary state of structural preservation, preserving intact its important visual history. An absolutely noteworthy piece for antique collectors, design historians of metallurgy, and for furnishing prestigious environments. TECHNICAL DETAILS - Type: Wall lamp / Castle lantern sconce - Style: Gothic Revival / Brutalist / Renaissance influence - Materials: Hand-forged wrought iron, amber art glass - Era: 20th Century - Condition: Excellent structural condition, storeroom-found with authentic exterior-exposure patina of rust. Original period electrical system present. SHIPPING NOTE Ships without the internal bulb to avoid risk of damage.
Estimate:$113.71
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