Gio Ponti 12664 “Finestra” Sconces for Arredoluce, Italy, 1957, Set of 2
Description
Gio Ponti 12664 “Finestra” sconces for Arredoluce, brass, Italy, 1957, Set of 2
Designed in 1957 by Gio Ponti for Arredoluce, the “Finestra” model 12664 translates the language of modern Italian design into a refined study of light and proportion. Its name—“window”—is telling: the composition unfolds as a calibrated sequence of openings and volumes, where brass planes and negative space create a measured visual rhythm.
The rectangular brass frame, enriched by a naturally developed patina, contains three suspended vertical elements that appear to float within the structure. In its unlit state, the piece presents itself as a sculptural wall relief, defined by balance and tension. When illuminated, it reveals a softer dimension: light reflects off the internal surfaces, producing a warm, diffused glow that enhances depth and subtly animates the surrounding wall.
Ponti’s sensibility—rooted in clarity, elegance, and a continuous dialogue between design and art—emerges here in distilled form. The piece resonates with the refined experimentation of Arredoluce under Angelo Lelii and sits within the broader context of Italian mid-century lighting, alongside figures such as Gino Sarfatti, while retaining Ponti’s unmistakable graphic precision.
Dimensions
Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)
Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)
Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm)
Design
1957
Manufacture
1950-1959
Material
Brass
Location
Lonigo, IT
Condition
The sconces are authentic of the period with verified provenance and age. The brass elements may show slight signs of patina consistent with their age and considered a hallmark of authenticity. All components including screws and secondary details have been carefully verified.