Vintage chandelier in thick, frosted glass, chiseled in the Fontana Arte style.

Vintage chandelier in the Fontana Arte style, characterised by pendant elements made of thick, frosted and chiseled glass. It is a classic piece of Italian modernism, commonly attributed to the Zero Quattro (or Cristal Art) manufacture and dating back to the 1970s. Main features. Material: Rectangular plates in crystal/art glass with a thick processing and a faceted finish known as "chiseled". The colour typically fades into transparent or aquamarine tones. Structure: The central stem and radial supports are made of chrome-plated brass or steel. Style: Mid-Century Modern / Classic Italian design. This type of lighting utilises the thick grinding of the glass to reflect and diffuse light in a warm and dramatic way.