Fontana Arte - Max Ingrand - Table lamp - Model 1853/0 - Aluminium

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Max Ingrand, table lamp - manufacturer Fontana Arte - Milan - Model 1953/0.

Structure in lacquered metal and lampshade in white encased glass.
Dimensions: Diameter 20 cm, height 35 cm.

Conditions: The lamp is in good vintage condition, with slight signs of wear consistent with its age, the only defect clearly visible is a loss of paint on the base of about 4 centimeters, clearly shown in the attached photos.

Fully functional, with no broken or missing parts.

Designer: Max Ingrand
Manufacturer: FontanaArte
Model: 1853 (also known as "Fontana")
Design period: 1954
Country of production: Italy
Materials: Handblown and satin Murano glass (white opalinglass), lacquered/brass at the base

Iconic table lamp Model 1853, commonly known as "Fontana," designed in 1954 by the renowned master glassmaker and French decorator Max Ingrand for the prestigious Italian manufactory FontanaArte.
This lamp represents an absolute masterpiece of 20th-century industrial design and a symbol of modern authorial enlightenment. Characterized by its timeless curved silhouette, it is entirely made of satin white blown glass, which ensures soft, enveloping, and uniform light diffusion.

An authentic collector's piece

Due to recent tariff regulations, we are unable to ship this item to the United States.
We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding

Seller's Story

Good morning . I have been in the Antiques field for + 40 years, strongly passionate and curious about everything that is out of the ordinary, uncommon. I deal with Lighting and Modern Design in general, I am present in Cuneo (Italy) with a physical point of sale, open to the public by appointment. The + greatest satisfaction is to please and amaze the customer. Thank you.
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Max Ingrand, table lamp - manufacturer Fontana Arte - Milan - Model 1953/0.

Structure in lacquered metal and lampshade in white encased glass.
Dimensions: Diameter 20 cm, height 35 cm.

Conditions: The lamp is in good vintage condition, with slight signs of wear consistent with its age, the only defect clearly visible is a loss of paint on the base of about 4 centimeters, clearly shown in the attached photos.

Fully functional, with no broken or missing parts.

Designer: Max Ingrand
Manufacturer: FontanaArte
Model: 1853 (also known as "Fontana")
Design period: 1954
Country of production: Italy
Materials: Handblown and satin Murano glass (white opalinglass), lacquered/brass at the base

Iconic table lamp Model 1853, commonly known as "Fontana," designed in 1954 by the renowned master glassmaker and French decorator Max Ingrand for the prestigious Italian manufactory FontanaArte.
This lamp represents an absolute masterpiece of 20th-century industrial design and a symbol of modern authorial enlightenment. Characterized by its timeless curved silhouette, it is entirely made of satin white blown glass, which ensures soft, enveloping, and uniform light diffusion.

An authentic collector's piece

Due to recent tariff regulations, we are unable to ship this item to the United States.
We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding

Seller's Story

Good morning . I have been in the Antiques field for + 40 years, strongly passionate and curious about everything that is out of the ordinary, uncommon. I deal with Lighting and Modern Design in general, I am present in Cuneo (Italy) with a physical point of sale, open to the public by appointment. The + greatest satisfaction is to please and amaze the customer. Thank you.
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Details

Specific region of origin
Milano
Metal type
Aluminium
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Glass, Metal
Manufacturer/brand
Fontana Arte
Designer/artist/maker
Max Ingrand
Model
Model 1853/0
Country of origin
Italy
Style
Mid-century modern
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
35 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
20 cm
Weight
2.3 kg
Colour
White
Estimated period
1960-1970
ItalyVerified
786
Objects sold
100%
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