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Mariano Fortuny Cesendello 5 Silk Lamps on Rod
Mariano Fortuny iconic "Cesendello" Silk Ceiling Lamp. The 5 silk shades, each suspended from a red and gold covered rod the shades each stamped on frame: "Fortuny by Venetia Stvdivm / Made in Venice / Italy".The pieces on each end mount to the ceiling. A cesendello, or sanctuary lamp, has its roots in Rome and Byzantium, and later became popular in Venice and the Muslim world. The profile of this elegant spiral structure recalls the twist of a turban. The refined silhouette represents the synthesis of the Oriental and Renaissance themes present in Venice as early as the 15th century. these fixtures customarily sell for over $5,000
54" L x 4"
Condition: nice
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