Striking Mid-20th Century Italian 16-Light Brass Chandelier by Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce - 21¾" x 35¾"

A grand Italian 16-light chandelier by Angelo Lelii for Arredo Luce, dating to the 1950s, this sculptural fixture features a corona of slender polished brass arms that rise from a central cluster, each arm forming part of the vertical stem before curving outward in graceful arcs. The arms terminate in trumpet-form lampholders fitted with clear circular Venetian glass bobeches, creating a striking play of line and transparency. The brass has aged to a mellow gold tone with areas of oxidation and spotting, enhancing its vintage character. The bobeches are mouth-blown, showing the charming irregularities of artisanal glass, with several likely later replacements.

Conceived in the postwar era when Italian lighting married artisanal techniques to spare modern lines, this design reflects Lelii’s talent for lyrical geometry and fine metalwork. The attenuated arms and trumpet profiles distribute light with a sense of movement while keeping the composition refined and airy, hallmarks of mid-century Italian modernism. The use of mouth-blown Venetian glass nods to Murano craft, introducing a crisp sparkle at each light point and reinforcing the period’s dialogue between industry and handwork.

Chic and commanding, this 16-light chandelier makes a true statement piece over a dining table, or in a foyer or living room, where its wide, radiant form can define a seating or table arrangement. It combines sculptural presence with a luminous, modern sensibility. The abundance of lights creates a brilliant yet balanced glow, while the brass patina and clear glass bobeches add warmth and shimmer. Versatile and timeless, it pairs beautifully with travertine, walnut, or plaster finishes and complements both clean contemporary spaces and richly layered interiors. Installed on a dimmer, it transitions effortlessly from bright centerpiece to soft, atmospheric accent.