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Richard Sapper is famous for his work as an industrial designer. One of his most famous creations is the Tizio lamp. Unveiled by Artemide in 1972, the desk lamp features an adjustable design made possible by two counterweights. Other iconic Sapper designs include the 1992 ThinkPad, the 1962 Lambda chair and the 1979 Sapper office chair. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Richard Sapper lighting and furniture.
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Algol 11 Television by Marco Zanuso and Richard Sapper for Brionvega, 1960s
By Brionvega, Marco Zanuso, Richard Sapper
Located in Torino, Piemonte
White television, Algol 11 model, designed by Marco Zanuso and Richard Sapper for Brionvega, 1960s.
CONDITION:
In good condition; may show signs of wear due to age.
DIMENSIONS:
Hei...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Musical Instruments
Materials
Glass, Plastic
Tizio 35 Terra Floor Lamp Designed by Richard Sapper for Artemide
By Artemide, Richard Sapper
Located in Athens, Attiki
Tizio 35 terra floor lamp designed by richard sapper for artemide, 1971. The tizio lamp was revolutionary! Black, angled, minimalist, and mysterious, the lamp...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Tizio Adjustable Black Table Lamp from Richard Sapper for Artemide, 1972
By Artemide, Richard Sapper
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This is a highly sought-after adjustable table lamp, designed by the renowned Richard Sapper for the prestigious Italian design brand Artemide. Originally conceived and manufactured ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Red Leather Desk Chair by Richard Sapper for Knoll Inc/Knoll Intl, France 1992
By Knoll, Richard Sapper
Located in Chicago, IL
Red Leather Office/Desk Chair for Knoll/Knoll Intl, France 1992. Original Leather is great condition.
Category
1990s French Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Italian Postmodern Kettle by Richard Sapper for Alessi, 1980s
By Richard Sapper
Located in Hamburg, DE
Italian Postmodern Kettle by Richard Sapper for Alessi, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution markIt is completely authentic
Additional infor...
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Tea Sets
Materials
Metal
Italian Postmodern Tizio Table Lamp by Richard Sapper for Artemide, 1970s
By Richard Sapper
Located in Hamburg, DE
The design classic from the Italian manufacturer Artemide according to a design by Richard Sapper from the 1970s.
The Tizio convinces with its clear design language. A minimalist de...
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal


