Pair of wall sconces, white, glass, bakelite, Elektrosvit Nové Zámky, Czechoslovakia, 1950s.
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This pair of wall sconces by Elektrosvit Nové Zámky, Czechoslovakia (1950s), exemplifies a period defined by a transition from postwar utility to fascination with futuristic motifs. Crafted from opaline glass and bakelite, the sconces feature an elongated, aerodynamic silhouette: a matte, white bakelite base seamlessly blends into a satin-finish, white glass shade, both components united by the clean, flowing contours of early brusel style with discreet space age influences. The shades are smooth and undecorated, presenting an uninterrupted geometry; light diffuses softly across their surface. The proportions—31 cm high, 9 cm wide, and 13 cm deep—result in a slender, wall-hugging profile, with construction details highlighted by visible fastening screws. Each sconce operates with a single E27 bulb (up to 60W). Both pieces remain in good original condition, with undamaged glass and only minor patina or discoloration on the bakelite bases—testament to their age rather than restoration. Their form echoes an era when radio broadcasts filled the air and the first signs of modernism appeared in Central Europe, signaling a collective optimism for
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Height31 cm
Depth13 cm
Width9 cm
Dimension details
Width9 cm
Height31 cm
Depth13 cm
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