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1972 Floor Lamp Opaline White Glass, Steel, Black Base by Sormani Nucleo, Italy

About the Item

This floor lamp is a mix of traditional Italian techniques like hand blown opaline glass and a very contemporary chromed and texturized black metal base. It was manufactured in 1972 by Sormani of Arosio, Italy and was designed by G. Gentile. An ideal reading light, it is equipped with a dimmer and a 100W bulb lamp. It bears a "Sormani Nucleo" branded label and it comes with a “Certificate of Authenticity” by the manufacturer, Sormani.
  • Creator:
    G. Gentile (Designer),Sormani (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 43.31 in (110 cm)Diameter: 19.69 in (50 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1972
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Arosio, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SPC431stDibs: LU3681117551221
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