Vintage Chiseled Iron and Glass Pendant, 1960s

Poliarte, vintage Italian chandelier, stained glass, 1960s pendant, Albano Poli, sculptural lamp, mid-century Italian design, art glass, handcrafted lighting Refined hanging chandelier made by Poliarte in the 1960s, the result of Italian craftsmanship excellence in the field of artistic lighting. The hemispherical canopy, the structure of which is handmade of wrought iron, is composed of thick, textured chiseled and colored glass arranged in alternating sections in shades of amber, yellow, emerald green, and red. The glass is handcrafted with a wavy effect that creates vibrant reflections and transparency, emphasizing the warm, enveloping light the lamp emits. The lampshade, which by itself measures 40cm in diameter and 30cm in height, is supported by a wrought iron chain with a burnished finish, consisting of 20 rings, for a length of about 120cm, and features a floral frame at the bottom, a hallmark of Poliarte's decorative production. Good vintage condition; metal frame shows a nice original patina. No cracks in the glass. Poliarte was founded in Verona in 1968 by Albano Poli, an artist and designer known for his ability to blend art and functionality. The company has become famous for its sculptural glass lamps, often handmade in one-of-a-kind or limited runs. Poliarte's creations combine traditional techniques with a modern, textured visual language, becoming objects sought after by collectors and lovers of post-World War II Italian design.