Pair of Italian Modernist Lamps — Attributed to Eugenio Gentili Tedeschi for Fontana Arte

A beautifully balanced pair of Italian table lamps with polished chrome bases and thick bubble glass shades. The design is clean, modern, and quietly striking — the kind of piece that integrates effortlessly into interiors without demanding attention.

 

Each lamp features a cylindrical chrome body flanked by textured glass sections embedded with small, controlled air bubbles (vetro con bollicine), creating a soft, glowing halo when lit. The craftsmanship and proportions reflect the refined sensibility of mid-century Italian design.

 

The style is attributed to architect Eugenio Gentili Tedeschi for Fontana Arte, a Milan-based studio known for its collaborations with modernist designers throughout the 20th century. While unmarked, the attribution is based on comparable documented pieces and distinctive construction. The glasswork shows high-quality casting techniques typical of Fontana Arte’s production, though the exact studio cannot be confirmed.

Designer: Attributed to Eugenio Gentili Tedeschi


Manufacturer: Attributed to Fontana Arte


Origin: Italy


Period: Mid-20th Century (circa 1970s)


Style: Italian Modernism / Minimalist


Materials: Chrome-plated metal, thick bubble glass (vetro con bollicine)


Dimensions (each): Height 20.5 cm × Diameter 15.5 cm


Condition: Vintage condition; cleaned and rewired


Note: Unsigned pieces attributed based on comparable references. Glass features controlled air bubbles typical of Fontana Arte’s mid-century work.

CHF 1650

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