A Large Italian Glass Moravian Star Hanging Pendant Light c.1950-60

Object Description

The large patinated brass and multi-panelled glass hanging Moravian star pendant light, with flex and ceiling rose included, the whole surviving from the third quarter of twentieth century France.

Object History

Unknown.

Object Literature

A Moravian star pendant light is also known as a Herrnhut star or Advent star. This type of light fixture is characterised by its geometric shape, typically featuring multiple points or rays emanating from a central core. Moravian stars are often made of metal and glass, and they are popular as decorative lighting elements, especially during the Christmas season. The mid-century modern style, which emerged after World War II and lasted until the 1970s, is known for its clean lines, organic shapes, and functionality.

A particularly large example that would look stunning amongst a vaulted ceiling.

Object Condition

The light fitting is in very good and original condition. There is one crack to an upper panel as photographed, the whole with a good aged verdegris patination to the brass. There is a working hatch that opens for one to change the bulb, of which we supply one large filament example with the sale. The glass would benefit from a clean to the interior.

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