Gaetano Sciolari was an Italian lighting designer who is best known for his mid-century modern designs. He was born in Rome in 1927 and studied architecture at the University of Rome. After graduating, he worked as a filmmaker for a short time before joining the family business, Sciolari Lighting, in 1949.

Sciolari quickly became the head of the company and began to design his own lighting fixtures. His early work was inspired by Art Deco and Italian futurism, but he soon developed his own unique style that was characterized by its geometric forms and use of metal.

In the 1950s, Sciolari began working with the Italian manufacturer Stilnovo. It was during this time that he created some of his most iconic designs, including the Chandelier 267, the Chandelier 272, and the 4079 Floor Lamp. These fixtures were characterized by their use of chrome and brass, their sculptural forms, and more...

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Gaetano Sciolari (Italian, 1927-1994), table lamp, c. 1970,…

1970s Chrome Table Lamp with Cotton Shade by Pierre Cardin

Gaetano Sciolari (Italian, 1927-1994), table lamp, c. 1970, chrome base, electrified, untested, retains label inside, with cotton shade possibly by Pierre Cardin, height 48 cm (base) 93 cm (with shade). Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Gaetano Sciolari two tier lens chandelier; polished chrome…

Sciolari Chrome Lens Chandelier with Glass Diffusers, Italy 1960s

Gaetano Sciolari two tier lens chandelier; polished chrome frame with translucent glass lens diffusers each surrounded by chrome concave reflectors.; Italy; c 1960s; 60 cm high, 50 cm deep.

A large 'Ovali' chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, 1960s, Italy.…

Silver-plated 'Ovali' Chandelier with Crystal Pendalogues by Gaetano Sciolari

A large 'Ovali' chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, 1960s, Italy. Silver-plated with suspended crystal pendalogues. Height 127 cm, depth 74 cm

Gaetano Sciolari chandelier, polished chrome, gilt and glass.…

Sciolari Chandelier: Chrome, Gilt & Glass (1970s, Italy)

Gaetano Sciolari chandelier, polished chrome, gilt and glass. 12 globes, Italy, c 1970s, 54 cm high, 67 cm deep

A Gaetano Sciolari glass rod chandelier, 1970s Italian. A brass…

Glass Rod Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari

A Gaetano Sciolari glass rod chandelier, 1970s Italian. A brass form with ten arms, each with holes that feature glass rods, height 46.5 mm (excludes chain) width 50 cm

Gaetano Sciolari chandelier, polished chrome with cream powder…

Sciolari Chrome and Cream Chandelier, 1960s Italy

Gaetano Sciolari chandelier, polished chrome with cream powder coated sections. Italy, c 1960s,

Gaetano Sciolari chandelier, gilt metal, polished chrome, Italy,…

Sciolari Chandelier: Gilt & Chrome, Italy 1960s

Gaetano Sciolari chandelier, gilt metal, polished chrome, Italy, c 1960s, 102 cm high, 46 cm deep

Oscar Torlasco chandelier for Gaetano Sciolari, 11 cm high, 42…

Torlasco Sciolari Chandelier: Elegant 11x42cm Lighting Fixture

Oscar Torlasco chandelier for Gaetano Sciolari, 11 cm high, 42 cm wide

Gaetano Sciolari (Italian, b. 1927), cube chandelier glass,…

Chrome Cube Chandelier with Glass and Aluminium

Gaetano Sciolari (Italian, b. 1927), cube chandelier glass, chrome and aluminium

Gaetano Sciolari sixteen light chandelier, Murano glass, chrome…

Sciolari Murano Glass Chandelier - 16 Lights

Gaetano Sciolari sixteen light chandelier, Murano glass, chrome and aluminium, Italy, c 1970s, 85 cm high, 74 cm deep. (please note that this piece will require professional removal. We recommend chandelier Therapy [0408 437 279].)

Gaetano Sciolari ten light chandelier, Murano glass and gilt…

Murano Glass Chandelier with Gilt Frame by Sciolari

Gaetano Sciolari ten light chandelier, Murano glass and gilt frame, Italy, c 1970s, 110 cm high, 54 cm deep. (please note that this piece will require professional removal. We recommend chandelier Therapy [0408 437 279].)

Gaetano Sciolari spear crystal chandelier, brass, Italy, c 1970s

1970s Italian Brass and Crystal Chandelier by Sciolari

Gaetano Sciolari spear crystal chandelier, brass, Italy, c 1970s

Gaetano Sciolari chrome and brushed aluminium chandelier, (16…

Sciolari Chandelier, Italy c. 1960s (16 globes not included)

Gaetano Sciolari chrome and brushed aluminium chandelier, (16 globes not included), Italy, c 1960s

Gaetano Sciolari chandelier, gilt and chrome, 9 globes, Italy,…

Sciolari Chandelier: Gilt and Chrome, 9 Globes (1970s)

Gaetano Sciolari chandelier, gilt and chrome, 9 globes, Italy, c 1970s

Sciolari starburst light, chromed metal, Italy, c 1970s

1970s Italian Chromed Metal Starburst Light by Sciolari

Sciolari starburst light, chromed metal, Italy, c 1970s

A modern chrome and glass chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari,…

1970 Italian Chrome and Glass Chandelier by Sciolari

A modern chrome and glass chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, Italian, circa 1970

A Gaetano Sciolari Anodised metal and blown glass pendant…

Anodised metal and glass pendant chandelier by Sciolari

A Gaetano Sciolari Anodised metal and blown glass pendant chandelier

A Gaetano Sciolari chrome and blown glass pendant chandelier

Chrome and Glass Pendant Chandelier by Sciolari

A Gaetano Sciolari chrome and blown glass pendant chandelier

Gaetano Sciolari. A chandelier. Eight globe crystal shards.…

Crystal Shard Chandelier by Sciolari (8 Globes)

Gaetano Sciolari. A chandelier. Eight globe crystal shards. Italy c1960s