Art Nouveau wall sconce, brass glass, Poland, 1970s.
500 PLN
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This Art Nouveau style wall sconce from 1970s Poland exemplifies robust craftsmanship through its solid, oval brass backplate and main body in a warm, matte finish. Finely curved decorative brass accents above the shade holder reference the plant-inspired, organic motifs characteristic of Art Nouveau, with flowing, undulating lines that soften the silhouette. The frosted glass shade, bell-shaped and slightly satin in texture, emits a diffused glow and features a gentle off-white hue that harmonizes with the subdued brass. Visible screws secure the fixture in place, while a natural patina, small surface abrasions on the brass, and fine scratches on the glass are signs of authentic, period aging. Condition: very good – light patina on brass and superficial glass wear do not affect the sconce’s structural integrity.The sconce’s silhouette, marked by soft, serpentine lines and historicizing detail, echoes the spirit of 1970s Poland, when Art Nouveau’s decorative vocabulary offered a discreet dialogue with the past. The brass surface, muted by time, alludes to household interiors in which refinement came not through abundance, but rather through nostalgic and measured ornamentation. The lamp’s diffused light evokes the gentle evenings of another era, casting a milky semi-shadow across the wall and quietly shaping the room’s mood.The sconce could be paired with a velvet-upholstered sofa or a bentwood console to underline its ornamental lineage. It would work well against softly toned walls—chalk white or warm sage bring out the matte finish and the shade’s satin quality. For an artistic, collector’s setting, consider flanking it with Art Nouveau-style mirrors or sculptural ceramics in fluid shapes. The piece finds its place in mid-century modern, eclectic retro, and classically referenced interiors alike.
DIMENSION
Height23 cm
Depth12 cm
Width26 cm
Dimension details
Width26 cm
Height23 cm
Depth12 cm
Weight1 kg
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