Large Aluminum Light by Paul Mayen for Habitat International; 1960s
Unique and impressive aluminum light by Paul Mayen for Habitat International, circa 1968. This well proportioned design consists of two polished aluminum cylindrical sections joined midway by polished aluminum rectangular panel; each section houses one 4' fluorescent tube protected by textured plexiglass light covers. Threaded adapters on the back of the light allow it to be mounted to the ceiling or wall.
OF THE PERIOD
Mid-Century Modern
PLACE OF ORIGIN
United States
DATE OF MANUFACTURE
circa 1969
PERIOD
1960-1969
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES
Polished Aluminum, Metalwork Steel, Plexiglass
CONDITION
Good. Surface markings & patina to aluminum... two stable cracks to plexiglass light covers--see images*
WEAR
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
DIMENSIONS
H 55 in.
W 9in.
D 4 in.
