Louis Poulsen - Alvar Aalto - Hanging lamp (2) - Golden Bell - Brass

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€455
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€415
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€375

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Set of 2 Golden Bell pendants designed by Alvar Aalto in 1937 for the Savoy restaurant in Helsinki, made of brass in gold colour, each with two fittings and measuring 16 cm wide and deep and 19 cm high, early Louis Poulsen production from Denmark, in good condition with minor aging signs including slight oxidation on the lower edge and two small dents on one lamp.

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Set of 2 "Golden Bell" or "Aaltopendel" pendant lamps
Designed by Alvar Aalto in 1937 for the Savoy restaurant in Helsinki.
The bell-shaped lamps are made of brass. The lower edge features slots that create a halo effect around them.
These are two early production models manufactured by Louis Poulsen in Denmark.
Both lamps are in good condition given their age. Slight oxidation on the lower edge.
One of the lamps has two small dents. See photos.

Set of 2 "Golden Bell" or "Aaltopendel" pendant lamps
Designed by Alvar Aalto in 1937 for the Savoy restaurant in Helsinki.
The bell-shaped lamps are made of brass. The lower edge features slots that create a halo effect around them.
These are two early production models manufactured by Louis Poulsen in Denmark.
Both lamps are in good condition given their age. Slight oxidation on the lower edge.
One of the lamps has two small dents. See photos.

Details

Specific region of origin
Denemarken
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
2
Material
Brass
Manufacturer/brand
Louis Poulsen
Designer/artist/maker
Alvar Aalto
Model
Golden Bell
Country of origin
Denmark
Style
Mid-century modern
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
19 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
16 cm
Colour
Gold
Number Of Fittings
2
Estimated period
1930-1940
The NetherlandsVerified
33
Objects sold
Private

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