These two wall sconces by Gio Ponti feature a striking inverted trapezoid shape that widens toward the top
The fully brass frame adds a luxurious touch
Each chair features a ladder-back design with horizontal slats
Reflecting the design sensibilities of the era
it embodies the artistic essence of the 1960s Italian design movement
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Omai Vase Table Lamp, Italy, 1956 Coffee and Cocktail Tables These two wall sconces byMax Ingrand project, 1954, for Fontana Arte, Italy, white satin glass, small brass seal in the vase, metal base, white lacquered. Best known for its elegant and innovative vintage lighting pieces, the Milan based firm Fontana Arte pioneered one of the key features of 20th century and contemporary Italian design: the union of artistry and industry wrought by partnerships between creative talents chiefly architects and entrepreneurial businesses.