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Vintage glass fisherman's ball pendant lamp (or glass float buoy) from the 1960s
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ProfessionalVianen, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since March 2020 • 286 sales
Product description
Dimensions: (height) 70 x (diameter) 15 cm
Material: glass, macrame
Color: reddish-brown - orange
Period: 60s
Condition: Good condition - used with minimal signs of wear and age
This is a vintage item. This means it has been used. Items are not new or perfect, but they are very beautiful! Most vintage items show signs of wear. The extent to which these signs of wear are present is stated in the description. Photos are part of this description. Please examine them carefully. Vintage (read: used) items sometimes show color variations, uneven wear, and/or normal wear. Please take this into account when making a purchase.
This vintage glass fisherman's ball from the 1960s, originally designed as a float for maritime use, functions as a characterful decorative object or pendant lamp. The design reflects an authentic aesthetic that brings the historical charm of fishing history into the contemporary interior. The object consists of a mouth-blown, dark-colored glass sphere firmly set in a hand-knotted rope net. The deep brown to almost black tint of the glass contrasts subtly with the earthy, rust-brown color of the textile ropework. This robust use of materials and the artisanal knotting technique emphasize the utilitarian origins of the piece. The long hanging loop allows the object to be displayed at various heights.
The glass float is in good vintage condition, with the materials having developed a natural patina befitting its age and original use. The ropework is intact and contributes to the authentic, weathered character of the whole, without compromising structural integrity.
This maritime accent piece comes into its own perfectly in a rustic, eclectic, or industrial interior. Hanging in a corner of a living room, conservatory, or as part of a collection, this fisherman's ball adds a tangible piece of history and texture to the space.
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsBrown, BlackMaterialTextile, GlassNumber of items1Height70 cmWidth15 cmDepth15 cm
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About this seller
ProfessionalVianen, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since March 2020 • 286 sales