{"product_id":"torlasco-chandelier","title":"New Arrival! Sputnik Chandelier by Oscar Torlasco, Optical Rainbow Glass Rings - Italy, 1970s","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eOscar Torlasco (1934–2004) was a prominent Roman lighting designer whose work is a cornerstone of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"98\"\u003eItalian Mid-Century Modern\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"129\"\u003eSpace Age\u003c\/b\u003e design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eSignature Design: Optical Lenses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe defining characteristic of a Torlasco chandelier is the use of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003eoptical or lenticular glass lenses\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLight Diffusion:\u003c\/b\u003e These \"chunky\" glass discs are designed to catch and diffuse light, creating a soft, prismatic glow that is his aesthetic trademark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAward-Winning Concept:\u003c\/b\u003e This signature was inspired by his industrial street lamp design, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003eGenova 4053\u003c\/b\u003e, for which he won the prestigious \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"139\"\u003eCompasso d'Oro\u003c\/b\u003e in 1959.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/b\u003e Most of his notable chandeliers were produced in the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003e1950s, 1960s, and 1970s\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/b\u003e He frequently combined \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003eindustrial chromed steel\u003c\/b\u003e or brass with high-end materials like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"97\"\u003eMurano glass\u003c\/b\u003e, crystal, and marble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eManufacturers:\u003c\/b\u003e While he spent most of his career with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"54\"\u003eLumi\u003c\/b\u003e, he also designed for other major Italian labels like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"113\"\u003eStilnovo\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"123\"\u003eEsperia\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"136\"\u003eStilkronen\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSmoked Glass:\u003c\/b\u003e In the 1970s, his designs often evolved into the \"Space Age\" style, utilizing \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"92\"\u003echrome frames\u003c\/b\u003e paired with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"118\"\u003esmoked or tinted glass\u003c\/b\u003e circles or globes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eMarket Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eTorlasco pieces are highly collectible and often found in prestigious auctions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePremium:\u003c\/b\u003e Rare, larger models or those featuring brass and patinated finishes (such as those for Lumi) can reach \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"112\"\u003e$5,000 to $9,000\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrice Per piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The British Antiques Company ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42065896439863,"sku":null,"price":5300.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/5997\/files\/Sputnik_Chandelier_by_Oscar_Torlasco_1970.jpg?v=1768686523","url":"https:\/\/neandni.com\/products\/torlasco-chandelier","provider":"The British Antiques Company ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}