Vintage Capiz Shell Pendant, Italy, 1960s

Vintage suspension in Capiz shell from the mid-century, made in Italy in the 1960s. It consists of translucent discs made from Placuna placenta shells, valued for their pearlescent appearance. Panels made from mother-of-pearl, each sculpted from a separate natural shell and enclosed in a fine metal mesh. Capiz shells have traditionally been used as a substitute for glass due to their durability and transparency. In very good vintage condition. The electrical cables have been renewed by a professional electrician. Dimensions: Width: 24 cm / 9.5 inches, Height: 50 cm / 19.7 inches, Height with cable 125 cm / 49 inches. The lamp requires a European E27 bulb compatible with a USA E26 socket. It works with standard, LED, or halogen bulbs, 220V for Europe and 110V for the USA.