This large high quality plafoniere from Limburg Glashütte was manufactured in West-Germany during the 1960s space age era. It is suitable as ceiling light or wall light. The chromed metal base carries five lamp sockets and an impressive wide-span glass dome. The character of the light can be easily changed by using half-mirrored bulbs or candle-shaped light bulbs. This beautiful modernist design lamp is more of an imposing lighting object and can also be used as a modernist interpretation of a chandelier or wall sconce. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no official proof of authenticity, however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution, Up to 250V (Europe/UK Standard).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.