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Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce Cobra Vertebra Desk Flex Lamp Model 659

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Flex lamp, Also known as Vertebra, Model 659 by by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce. Very rare table lamp, version with bracket, the flex lamp by Martinelli is a famous Italian design item from the late 1970s. The lamp is full flexible with swivel shade and clamp. Italian Serpente desk lamp with a flexible neck. Table lamp is hooked on the tabletop as show on the image. Description: Innovative clamp design, white flexible arm. metal hood. Organic shape of the flexible arm is similar to a human spine. First designed for the Turin exhibition 1970. metal base and bracket, "backbone" body movable in both rotation and bending, lamp holder body can be positioned and equipped with a power button. Condition: Good working order, minor scratches to hood and some cracks (Please see pictures) Given the age, this vintage lamp in good condition, normal usage by age. Normal cap into E27 / Max. 100W. Material: plastic, aluminum, metal and chrome. Marked: Martinelli Luce. Martinelli Flex desk lamp (model 659) 1970s Designer: Elio Martinelli (Italy, Lucca, 1921– 2004) Execution: Martinelli Luce Designer Elio Martinelli Manufacturer Martinelli Luce Design Period 1970 to 1979 Production Period 1970 to 1979 Country of Manufacture Italy Identifying Marks This piece has an attribution mark Style Vintage, Italian Modern Plug Type European Plug (up to 250V) Product Code ERB-466388 Materials Steel, ABS, Rubber Color White Length 48" Shade 8" D The flex lamp is out of production.
  • Creator:
    Elio Martinelli (Designer)
  • Design:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Diameter: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Style:
    Post-Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    North Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Mart1201stDibs: LU906821034122
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