Patchwork Modular Wall Fixtures by Diaz De Santillana for Venini, Italy, 1971, Set of 5

About This Piece

Vintage Design

Since the end of the 1950s Venini has worked on the design of modular lighting systems, using glass modules that can be easily reproduced and assembled for the production of chandeliers and wall lamps.
After the success of the polyhedrons (in collaboration with Carlo Scarpa) of the trihedrons and ribbons, in 1970 Ludovico Diaz de Santillana proposed a new type of module: the patchwork.
Each supporting structure can mount five squares of larger dimensions and be completed with squares of smaller dimensions.
Furthermore, the modules can intersect each other, sharing squares, to create a sort of light rug (see the installation at the exhibition: Venini Luce 1921-1985, at the Stanze del Vetro in Venice. Catalogue by Marino Barovier and Carla Sonego, Skira, 2022, page 505

The sconces have one candelabra light each. Each sconce can mount up to five big glass squares and two additional small ones, however they can be arranged and combined in several different ways.

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* The cable of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.

Creator	Diaz de Santillana
Manufacturer	Venini
Design Period	1970 to 1979
Year	1971
Production Period	1970 to 1979
Country of Manufacture	Italy
Identifying Marks	This piece has an attribution mark
Style	Vintage, Mid-Century
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
	The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Rewiring recommended, The metal holding structures have some scratches and marks
Product Code	XWN-1545273
Materials	Glass, Metal
Color	Clear, gold
Width	30 cm 30 cm
Depth	15 cm 15 cm
Height	30 cm 30 cm