Pair of 'Hand Grenade' Pendant lights Model No. A111
by Alvar Aalto
£28,000
Code
9811
Finland, circa 1952
For Valaistustyö Ky, Helsinki, Finland. White lacquered metal and brass rods stamped by the maker showing these are first production.
The name of Aalto's 'Hand Grenade' lights came from their aesthetic resemblance to the German-designed 'stick' grenade used in the First World War.
In an era when Architects were expected not only to design the bones of a building but the entirety of its interior, Aalto would design his own, specified lighting. Aalto designed hundreds of light fixtures over the course of his career. Usually creating a custom fixture to lend each new project a distinct character.
This model was created specifically for the Finnish Engineers' Association building and the council chamber of Säynätsalo Town Hall, both of which were fully designed by Aalto.
For Valaistustyö Ky, Helsinki, Finland. White lacquered metal and brass rods stamped by the maker showing these are first production.
The name of Aalto's 'Hand Grenade' lights came from their aesthetic resemblance to the German-designed 'stick' grenade used in the First World War.
In an era when Architects were expected not only to design the bones of a building but the entirety of its interior, Aalto would design his own, specified lighting. Aalto designed hundreds of light fixtures over the course of his career. Usually creating a custom fixture to lend each new project a distinct character.
This model was created specifically for the Finnish Engineers' Association building and the council chamber of Säynätsalo Town Hall, both of which were fully designed by Aalto.
H 48cm x Dia. 18cm
H 18.91" x Dia. 7.09"
H 18.91" x Dia. 7.09"
