Modernism wasn’t the only design esthetic of the mid-20th Century. This decidedly more elaborate example of Mid-Century design was the brainchild of Tony award-winning theatrical designer Tony Duquette, who was also a prolific designer of jewelry and home products, including this Splashing Water chandelier. Duquette created Splashing Water in 1956 — Continue reading…
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