STILUX Stilnovo Arteluce Arredoluce Gino Sarfatti Bruno Gatta Angelo Lelii Lelli

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STILUX Stilnovo Arteluce Arredoluce Gino Sarfatti Bruno Gatta Angelo Lelii Lelli:
$1750.00

/ 1960s STILUX MILANO
Italian Modernist UFO Pendant Light
Brand: StiluxMilano (Original sticker labelpresent)
Origin: Milan, Italy
Period: Late 1950s –Early 1960s
Style: Italian Modernism/ Space Age / Flying Saucer\"UFO\"
Materials: Colored &Opal Perspex (Methacrylate),Satin Frosted Glass, Solid Brass
Dimensions: Diameter 20\"/ Total Height 43\"

An extraordinaryand exceptionally raremid-century Italian pendantchandelier designed andproduced by the prestigiousmanufacturer STILUX Milanoduring the late 1950s to early1960s.Featuring an iconic \"UFO\" orflying saucer silhouette, thismasterwork exemplifies thegroundbreaking materialexperimentation of post-warItalian lighting design. Theoriginal maker\'s label(\"STILUX - MILANO / MADE INITALY\") is clearly preservedon the lower acrylic &MATERIAL HYBRIDIZATION
During thelate 1950s and early 1960s,elite Milanese lighting housesstepped away from traditionallampshades to pioneer high-endsynthetic polymers alongsideclassic noble materials. Thislamp is a perfect testament tothat technical evolution:

Upper Shade: Crafted fromtranslucent Perspex /acrylic in a captivatingsoft rose / subtle purpletone that beautifullycatches ambient light evenwhen unlit.
LowerDiffuser: Molded opalwhite Perspex providingclean downward lighting.
Internal GlassScreen: Inside the shaderests an internal frostedsatin glass ring layer. Thisglass element wasspecifically engineered tocompletely eliminate directbulb glare, diffusing heatand producing a silky,perfectly A solid brassperimeter ring holds thedouble acrylic shelltogether, complemented by acentral brass mount, heavyceiling canopy, andstructural central stem.

REFINED MECHANICAL &LIGHTING DETAILS

5 Light Points(5 x E14): Housing 5standard E14 bulb sockets,this chandelier providesimpressive lumen output,easily illuminatingmedium-to-large dining areasor living spaces. Compatiblewith modern E14 LED bulbs,dimmable LEDs, ortraditional Switch: A remarkabletechnical feature typical ofhigh-end Italian mid-centuryproduction: the lower brassfinial doubles as anintegrated mechanical pushswitch (fully operational!).This allows you to turn thelamp on and off directlyfrom the fixture itselfwithout using a wallswitch—a hugelysophisticated Phenomenal duallighting performance. Itcasts a soft, directdownward light for dining orliving tables, whilesimultaneously emitting awarm, pinkish ambient glowupwards through the coloredupper dome, enriching theentire room.

STILUX MILANO HISTORICALCONTEXT
Alongsidegiants like Arteluce, Stilnovo,and Arredoluce, Stilux Milanowas at the absolute forefront ofpost-war Italian lightinginnovation. Known for limitedproduction runs, meticulouscraftsmanship, and inventivemechanical mechanisms, originalStilux creations are highlycollectible today and stand astrue monuments of Mid-CenturyModern design heritage.DIMENSIONS & approx. 50 cm /19.7 inches

Total Height(including brass stem& canopy): approx. 110 cm /43.3 inches

Sockets: 5 x E14 smallEdison screw (E14 candelabrasize). Fully compatible with110V (US) and 220V/240V(EU/UK/Asia) systems whenusing appropriate E14 bulbs.

CONDITION REPORT

OverallCondition: ExcellentVintage Condition.
Shades &Glass: The internalsatin glass is 100% intactwith zero cracks or chips.The white opal lower shadeand pink upper shade arestructurally solid with nocracks or major damage.Minor light surface hairlinescratches on the upperacrylic shade consistentwith 60+ years of age anddelicate cleaning, nothingthat affects display orbeauty.
Brass Parts: Retains itsoriginal warm vintage patinaand minor age-relatedspots/tarnish on the stemand canopy. Can be left withits original character orgently polished according tobuyer preference.
Electrical: Mechanical pushswitch works smoothly andseamlessly. Wiring isfunctional.

SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Due to thedelicate nature of vintagePerspex and frosted glass, thisitem will be packed with utmostprofessional care usingheavy-duty double-walled boxes,bubble wrap, and customreinforcement to ensure safeworldwide transit. Fully insuredshipping with tracking provided. onevisible in the photos below isthe integrated is in excellentoriginal condition, with nobreaks, cracks, or majordefects. The only minorimperfection worth noting(though merely for the sake ofaccuracy) is a scratch on thepink upper canopy; it iscompletely invisible when thechandelier is installed, and youcan see it in the two Rare 1950s / 1960sSTILUX MILANO
Italian Modernist UFO