Italian 20th Century Pineapple-Form Chandelier

Made in Italy in the twentieth century, this hanging light takes the form of a stylised pineapple, a decorative motif long associated with welcome and hospitality. Conceived as a central ceiling fixture, it presents a sculptural outline intended to be read from below, making it well suited to an entrance hall, dining room, or stair landing. The pineapple form gives the fixture a distinct decorative character that works as a focal point in a room with adequate ceiling height. Italian twentieth-century lighting of this kind was often produced with a strong emphasis on sculptural shape, and the form here follows that decorative tradition. Hung over a hall table or stairwell, the chandelier provides both light and a clear ornamental statement. Its shape suits traditional interiors as well as more eclectic modern rooms where a sculptural light fixture is wanted as a centrepiece.

Place of Origin: Italy
Period: 20th Century
Dimensions: 24"Diameter x 28.7"H

Inventory Number: AC86
Location: WRH

Price: $ 2950