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Angelo Brotto for Esperia – Pair of Monumental Sculptural Lamps, Signed & Marked
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Angelo Brotto for Esperia – Pair of Monumental Sculptural Lamps, Signed & Marked

1940 - 1960
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A striking and rare pair of monumental sculptural table lamps by Angelo Brotto, produced by Esperia and each clearly signed BROTTO with the Esperia mark. Standing an impressive 68 cm high, these lamps exemplify Brotto’s celebrated fusion of brutalist geometry and sculptural modernism, rendered in richly textured, gold‑toned metal.

Each lamp features Brotto’s signature interplay of cut‑outs, architectural massing, and deep relief, creating dramatic light and shadow across the surface. Mounted on black plinth bases and paired with contemporary rectangular shades, they present as powerful statement pieces suitable for high‑end residential or gallery interiors.

Authentic Brotto + Esperia works of this scale are scarce, and matched pairs are particularly sought after by collectors and designers. Their presence, craftsmanship, and provenance place them firmly within the upper tier of late‑20th‑century Italian decorative art lighting.

Dimensions: 68 cm high (including shade)

Provenance: Signed BROTTO

Condition: Excellent, with original sculptural surfaces and strong patina

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Height
68cm (26.77")
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Buckingham Interiors has dated these Brutalist Brass Table Lamps to the 1960s.

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A striking and rare pair of monumental sculptural table lamps by Angelo Brotto, produced by Esperia and each clearly signed BROTTO with the Esperia mark.
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Standing an impressive 68 cm high, these lamps exemplify Brotto’s celebrated fusion of brutalist geometry and sculptural modernism, rendered in richly textured, gold‑toned metal.
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fig 1. A pair of mid-century Italian abstract cast brass table lamps featuring openwork geometric frames and rectangular green silk lampshades.
fig 1. Angelo Brotto for Esperia – Pair of Monumental Sculptural Lamps, Signed & Marked

Each lamp features Brotto’s signature interplay of cut‑outs, architectural massing, and deep relief, creating dramatic light and shadow across the surface. Mounted on black plinth bases and paired with contemporary rectangular shades, they present as powerful statement pieces suitable for high‑end residential or gallery interiors.

fig 2. A pair of mid-century Italian abstract cast brass table lamps featuring openwork geometric frames and rectangular green silk lampshades.
fig 2. Angelo Brotto for Esperia – Pair of Monumental Sculptural Lamps, Signed & Marked

Authentic Brotto + Esperia works of this scale are scarce, and matched pairs are particularly sought after by collectors and designers. Their presence, craftsmanship, and provenance place them firmly within the upper tier of late‑20th‑century Italian decorative art lighting.

Dimensions: 68 cm high (including shade)

Provenance: Signed BROTTO

Condition: Excellent, with original sculptural surfaces and strong patina

Height
68cm (26.77")
Date of Manufacture

Buckingham Interiors has dated these Brutalist Brass Table Lamps to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1226696
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Archive I A pair of mid-century Italian abstract cast brass table lamps featuring openwork geometric frames and rectangular green silk lampshades.

Angelo Brotto for Esperia – Pair of Monumental Sculptural Lamps, Signed & Marked

Archive II A pair of mid-century Italian abstract cast brass table lamps featuring openwork geometric frames and rectangular green silk lampshades. View II
Archive III A pair of mid-century Italian abstract cast brass table lamps featuring openwork geometric frames and rectangular green silk lampshades. View III
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Archive V A pair of mid-century Italian abstract cast brass table lamps featuring openwork geometric frames and rectangular green silk lampshades. View V
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A pair of mid-century Italian abstract cast brass table lamps featuring openwork geometric frames and rectangular green silk lampshades.
Angelo Brotto for Esperia – Pair of Monumental Sculptural Lamps, Signed & Marked
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A pair of mid-century Italian abstract cast brass table lamps featuring openwork geometric frames and rectangular green silk lampshades.
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Italian Brutalist lighting from this era features expressive, sculptural metalwork, textured surfaces, and abstract geometric forms that bridge fine art sculpture and functional illumination.

Designers typically crafted these lamps using sand-cast or lost-wax brass techniques to create openwork textured frames, which were mounted onto solid metal or stone pedestal bases for balance.

Authentic pieces often display cast maker signatures or stamps within the brasswork, distinctive heavy casting quality, original manufacturer labelling, and characteristic geometric arrangements.

Position them symmetrically on a sleek sideboard or console table to allow their architectural silhouettes and rich green shades to serve as focal points in a contemporary room.

Dust the brass frames gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth to protect the surface finish, and clean fabric shades using a soft brush attachment on low vacuum suction.
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