Italian Murano Glass + Brass Bell-Flower Table Lamp in the Manner of Barovier & Toso, 1940s
An Italian Murano glass and brass table lamp from the 1940s, in the manner of Barovier & Toso, distinguished by its curved glass stem, bell-shaped shade, and richly patinated brass details.
The lamp is built around a slender, transparent glass stem that rises from a circular brass base before bending forward in a sweeping arc. Its surface is defined by closely spaced vertical ribs that follow the entire curve, catching and refracting light while emphasizing the fluidity of the form.
At the top, the stem meets a flared glass shade resembling an open bellflower. The shade widens from a narrow neck into an irregular, gently undulating rim, with flowing ribs that extend outward across its surface. Within the shade, a pale interior reflector helps direct light downward, making the lamp particularly suited to a desk, bedside table, or reading corner.
The brass elements introduce a contrasting sense of weight and precision. Ribbed cylindrical fittings secure the glass at either end, repeating the linear texture of the stem while providing a visual transition between the two materials. The broad circular base is accented by a curved, deeply fluted brass element that extends across its surface, incorporating a small switch.
The design recalls the inventive approach to glassmaking associated with Barovier & Toso, one of Murano's most established glasshouses. During the 1940s, the firm's work explored the relationship between traditional Venetian glass techniques and increasingly modern forms. The lamp reflects this sensibility through its ribbed glass, expressive floral silhouette, and carefully considered combination of decorative and functional elements.
DIMENSIONS: 8"W x 10"D x 18"H
ORIGIN: Italy
PERIOD: 1940s
MATERIALS: Glass,Brass
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