Pendant lamp mod. 2259/2 by Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte, 1960s

An elegant and architecturally composed work, this suspension lamp model 2259/2 reflects the refined vocabulary through which Max Ingrand contributed to defining the identity of Italian lighting in the postwar period. Designed for Fontana Arte during the 1960s, the piece embodies a balance between technical precision and poetic restraint — a hallmark of Ingrand’s direction for the historic Milanese manufacturer. The structure is organized around a slender brass frame that supports two vertically suspended diffusers in thick, softly contoured glass. Their elongated teardrop form reveals a subtle greenish edge typical of high-quality cast glass, while the internal satin diffusers temper the light into a controlled, atmospheric glow. The composition is both rational and sculptural, demonstrating the designer’s ability to transform functional lighting into an object of quiet visual presence. Works by Ingrand from this mature phase are increasingly recognized for their historical relevance, representing a moment in which Italian design achieved international authority through material innovation and formal clarity. Pieces produced by Fontana Arte under his artistic leadership remain among the most enduring expressions of twentieth-century modern lighting. Condition: Excellent overall condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. Provenance: Private collection, Savona (Italy). Restoration: None. Certification: Documented in Fontana Arte period advertising. Fontana Arte, F. Deboni, Allemandi 2012. Dimensions: Width 30 cm — Depth 10 cm — Height 103 cm — Diffuser height 42 cm. Price: Ref.: L0858.