Monumental Ceiling Light and Chandelier – Machine Age & Classical Modernism, Germany, 1930s

This monumental ceiling light was created around 1930 in Germany and reflects the spirit of the Machine Age with its geometric clarity and architectural elegance. Designed in the tradition of early industrial aesthetics, the fixture combines a central vertical shaft with a radial arrangement of opal glass spheres, resulting in a striking visual rhythm.

It was conceived and manufactured by the Berlin-based firm Schwintzer & Gräff, one of the leading German lighting companies of the early 20th century, known for their progressive designs and high-quality metal craftsmanship.

The nickel-plated brass structure shows a finely aged surface, lending the object an authentic historical character. Its sculptural presence and generous dimensions make it ideal for high ceilings and spaces where architectural lighting plays a central role.

This rare piece stands at the intersection of Classical Modernism and avant-garde industrial design – a lighting object that speaks the language of progress, clarity, and precision.