Pair of Barovier Toso-style “shell” sconces

Pair of wall lights in blown Murano glass, shaped as a stylized shell, set into a solid brass base.

• The thick, amber-tinted glassware is smooth on the outside, while the inside is studded with tiny glass crystals, reflecting the light in a unique way.
• Original 1970s edition, in perfect condition.
• E27 bulbs supplied.
• H 40 CM X D 12 CM X W 20 CM…
• 2 pairs available, price for one pair.

Amber Murano glass shell wall lights

This pair of Italian wall lights from the 1970s stands out for its imposing, blown Murano glass shaped as a stylized shell. Particularly thick, the glass has a warm amber tone that contrasts with the solid brass base.

The outer surface of the glass is smooth, while the inner face is enlivened with small crystals and glass inclusions. When lit, these catch and reflect the light through the thickness of the material, emphasizing the shell’s relief and producing countless points of light.

Detail of the glass crystals on the inner wall of the glass.

An Italian light in the spirit of Barovier e Toso

The combination of thick Murano glass, an organic form, and gilded brass is characteristic of many Italian decorative lights from the 1970s. Through their glasswork and sculptural presence, these wall lights evoke certain productions by Barovier e Toso, without any attribution to the manufactory being established.

The interplay of the glass’s sparkling amber reflections with the solid brass base highlights the relief of the wall light.

With their generous dimensions, these wall lights serve as decorative elements as much as sources of light. They can be installed on either side of a mirror, a sideboard or a fireplace, or used in multiple pairs to create a regular arrangement in a hallway or a large room.