Manhattan Pendant in Brass with Sculpted Components by Margit Wittig
About the Item
- Creator:Margit Wittig (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 35.44 in (90 cm)Diameter: 5.91 in (15 cm)
- Style:Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Contemporary
- Production Type:New & Custom(Current Production)
- Estimated Production Time:6-7 weeks
- Condition:
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5191218328752
Margit Wittig
Sculptor, painter and designer Margit Wittig has over the years gained a following of interior designers and collectors who are drawn to her modern bespoke lighting, screens and occasional furniture. Among them is noted British interior designer and founder of Firmdale Hotels, Kit Kemp, who once described Wittig’s versatile pieces as “curious, intriguing, classical yet lyrical.”
Born in Germany, Wittig grew up in creative surroundings. Her mother, an artist, encouraged her to paint watercolors of their garden and they would create festive Christmas ornaments using old wax candles.
Although she initially trained as a physiotherapist, Wittig quit the profession when she moved to the United States in 1997. She later left the U.S. for London, then a mother of two young children, and decided to pursue an art career.
Wittig studied sculpture and stone carving at the Art Academy in London and studied metalwork at Central Saint Martins. For her sculptures, Wittig drew inspiration from her years of observing the human form in her role as a physiotherapist. She also cites sculptors Constantin Brancusi and Alberto Giacometti as notable influences.
Wittig found herself incorporating her sculptures — as well as other objects she made in resin and glass — into functional and artistic table lamps. Although it began as a hobby, Wittig’s handcrafted decorative lighting soon caught the attention of London’s interior designers.
In 2016, Wittig officially established her studio. Over the past several years, she has expanded her lighting collection to include wall sconces and chandeliers. Wittig has also branched out into designing and making other furniture such as sculptural candlesticks, mirrors and her Manhattan Cube, which is technically a side table that can double as a stool.
Wittig’s table lamps and candlesticks are included in the décor of Firmdale Hotels’ The Whitby in New York and Ham Yard Hotel in London. Her pieces have also been featured in several international publications such as The English Home, House and Garden, ELLE Decoration, the New York Times and Architectural Digest, to name a few.
On 1stDibs, find a range of Margit Wittig lighting, decorative objects and seating.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: London, United Kingdom
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
- Manhattan Pendant in Brass with Green Sculpted Components by Margit WittigBy Margit WittigLocated in London, GBThis Margit Wittig pendant (ceiling light) features two pearl shaped and cuboid bio-resin elements which are cast and hand patinated in her London studio. Each component is finished ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsBrass
- Manhattan Pendant in Brass with White Sculpted Components by Margit WittigBy Margit WittigLocated in London, GBThis Margit Wittig pendant (ceiling light) features two pearl shaped and cuboid epoxy resin elements which are cast and hand patinated in her London studio. Each component is finishe...Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsBrass
- 'Mayfair' Contemporary Chandelier, Brass with Sculpted Spheres by Margit WittigBy Margit WittigLocated in London, GBThis contemporary three-tier chandelier by Margit Wittig features sculptural components with organic and subtle textures, all cast and treated with multiple layers of patina in her L...Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsBrass
- Soho Chandelier, Contemporary, Brass with Sculpted Spheres by Margit WittigBy Margit WittigLocated in London, GBThis contemporary three-tier chandelier by Margit Wittig features sculptural components with organic and subtle textures, all cast and treated with multiple layers of patina in her L...Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsBrass
- 'Mayfair' Contemporary Chandelier, Brass with Sculpted Spheres by Margit WittigBy Margit WittigLocated in London, GBThis contemporary three-tier chandelier by Margit Wittig features sculptural components with organic and subtle textures, all cast and treated with multiple layers of patina in her L...Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsBrass
- 'Mayfair' Contemporary Chandelier, with White Sculpted Spheres by Margit WittigBy Margit WittigLocated in London, GBThis contemporary three-tier chandelier by Margit Wittig features sculptural components with organic and subtle textures, all cast and treated with multiple layers of patina and in h...Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsBrass
- Bell Pendant Lamp in Brass by HatsuLocated in Geneve, CHBell pendant lamp in brass by Hatsu Dimensions: W 15 x H 27 cm Materials: Powdercoated Aluminium, Brass Fabric Cord Hatsu is a design studi...Category
2010s Indian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal, Brass
- Modern Pendant with Colored Glass in a Brass Finish, Ersa Collection, by BrandBy William BrandLocated in Naarden, NLThe Ersa, a modern chandelier vertical in a brass finish with iridescent glass spheres, is designed by William Brand, founder of Brand van Egmond. Whether arranged in an entrance, a ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal
- Modern Pendant with Colored Glass in a Brass Finish, Ersa Collection, by BrandBy William BrandLocated in Naarden, NLNamed after the ancient Greek Goddess of dew, this Ersa modern pendant in a brass finish with iridescent glass spheres offers light with a sculptural touch for every possible positio...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal
- Modern Pendant with Colored Glass in a Brass Finish, Ersa Collection, by BrandBy William BrandLocated in Naarden, NLThis Ersa chandelier in a brass finish, designed by William Brand - with its four hand blown glass spheres – is the smallest chandelier in the Ersa collection...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal
- Modern Pendant with Colored Glass in a Brass Finish, Ersa Collection, by BrandBy William BrandLocated in Naarden, NLNamed after the ancient Greek Goddess of dew, this Ersa modern pendant in a brass finish with iridescent glass spheres offers light with a sculptural touch for every possible positio...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal
- 6-foot Pendant Light in Black Walnut with Brass Fixtures by Hinterland DesignBy Hinterland DesignLocated in Vancouver, BCIt’s believed that ancient Egyptians may have had the technology to harness electricity and create light thousands of years ago. This technology is referred to as the light of the Dendera Temple. This customizable pendant light...Category
2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsBrass