Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Milanese industrial designer-architects Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni (1918–2002; 1913-68) created some of the most iconic furniture designs in the world, particularly those that originated in the realm of mid-century modern lighting.
In the late 1930s, after graduating from the acclaimed Polytechnic University of Milan, Pier Giacomo opened a design studio with his brother Livio and likeminded architect Luigi Caccia Dominioni. Achille, also a graduate of Milan Polytechnic, joined the group after completing his studies in 1944. The era’s architects were encountering difficulty in their attempts to secure building commissions, so the group focused on designing practical everyday objects such as the Model 547, a tabletop radio for Phonola that was encased in Bakelite.
The Castiglioni brothers produced wildly popular and innovative designs throughout the 20th century. While Livio departed the practice in 1952 to pursue lighting design and sound technology on his own, Pier Giacomo and Achille would continue to collaborate on a wealth of projects in the ensuing years.
Vintage furniture collectors may be familiar with Livio and Italian designer Gianfranco Frattini’s serpent-like Boalum lamp, while Achille’s Taraxacum hanging lamp — created for FLOS with sprayed plastic polymers originally intended for military use — as well as the Arco, Snoopy and Toio lamps, which were the result of the collaboration between Pier Giacomo and Achille, are milestones in modernist lighting design.
Also for FLOS, Pier Giacomo and Achille created a series of metal frames that, wrapped in the polymer, became floor lamps (Gatto) or pendant lights (Viscontea and Taraxacum), all released in 1960. The Gatto floor lamp takes its name from the Italian word for “cat” and the inspiration for its aesthetic from lighting that George Nelson developed for legendary American furniture manufacturer Howard Miller during the 1940s. Around the same time, the designer Tobia Scarpa (son of the famed Italian architect Carlo Scarpa and one-half of the widely revered postmodern husband-and-wife design duo Afra and Tobia Scarpa) created a floor lamp called Fantasma (1961) using the polymers technique. FLOS continues to make the Castiglionis’ innovative pieces today.
In addition to their provocative lighting works, Pier Giacomo and Achille also created stereo systems, decorative objects, seating, tables and other items for the likes of Brionvega, Alessi, Zanotta, Kartell and more.
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Creator: Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
"Viscontea" Hanging Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Lasne, BE
Hanging lamp designed in the 60s by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni. Model: Viscontea. Maximum height with cable: 80 cm. Wear due to time and age of the lamp.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal
Taraxacum hanging lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Lasne, BE
Metal and resin suspension lamp designed by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni in the 1960s. Model: Taraxacum Maximum height with cable: 80 cm. Wear due to time and age of the lamp.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal
"Viscontea" Hanging Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Lasne, BE
Hanging lamp designed in the 60s by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni. Model: Viscontea. Maximum height with cable: 120 cm. Wear due to time and age of the lamp.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal
Cocoon Hanging Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Lasne, BE
Metal and resin pendant lamp. Maximum height with cable: 120 cm. Good condition. Wear due to time and age of lamp.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal
Achille Castiglioni & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Viscontea, Pendant Light Flos
By Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos, Achille Castiglioni, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Paris, FR
Achille Castiglioni (1918-2002) & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni (1913-1968)
Viscontea
A resin and metal pendant light, the internal metal frame covered
with a sprayed resin coated shad...
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal
Achille Castiglioni Mid-Century Beige "Cocoon" Pendant, Italy 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning 'Cocoon' pendant in resin and steel. This lovely pendant lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni in Italy in the 1960s.
This iconic piece features a round shade made in a ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal, Steel
"Viscontea" Hanging Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Lasne, BE
Hanging lamp in metal and resin designed in the 60s by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni. Model: Viscontea. Maximum height with cable: 110 cm. Wear due to time and age of the lamp.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal
"Viscontea" Hanging Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Lasne, BE
Metal and resin hanging lamp from the 1960s. Model: Viscontea Height maximum with cable: 200 cm. Good condition, wear due to time and age of the lamp.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal
Midcentury Achille Castiglioni "Cocoon" Italian Pendant, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous large 'Cocoon' pendant. This lovely lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni in Italy in the 1960s.
This iconic piece features a round lampshade in natural soft resin with a fantastic color, the metal structure is covered by the resin in regular and sensual shapes. The lamp is in excellent vintage conditions with no rips.
A marvellous pendant that will enhance a modern organic kitchen...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Steel
Cocoon Hanging Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Lasne, BE
Metal and resin hanging lamp from the 1960s. Maximum height with cable: 120 cm. Good condition. Wear due to time and age of lamp.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal
Cocoon Hanging Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Lasne, BE
Metal and resin pendant lamp from the 1960s. Maximum height with cable: 120 cm. Good condition. Wear due to time and age of lamp.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal
Midcentury Beige Cocoon Floor Lamp in Brass and Metal, Castiglioni, Italy 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning cocoon floor lamp designed by Achille Castiglioni in Italy in the 1960s.
This breathaking floor cocoon lamp features a lovely structure in black enameled metal with the th...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Brass, Metal, Steel
Cocoon Hanging Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Lasne, BE
Metal and resin pendant lamp from the 1960s. Maximum height with cable: 120 cm. Good condition. Wear due to time and age of lamp.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal
Midcentury Beige "Cocoon" Pendant by Achille Castiglioni, Italy 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Roma, IT
Lovely 'Cocoon' chandelier in resin and steel. This gorgeous pendant lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni in Italy in the 1960s.
This iconic piece features a round lampshade in a natural soft resin in a stunning vintage beige color, the metal structure is covered by the resin in regular and sensual shapes.
The lamp is in excellent vintage condition with no rips.
A fantastic pendant to enhance a midcentury-style living room or a modern organic kitchen...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Steel
Achille & Pier Giacomo Castglioni KD6 Hanging Lamp for Kartell 1959 Italy
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Kartell
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
The hanging lamp model "KD 6” was designed by the brothers Castiglioni and was among the first lamps produced by the famous Italian company Kartell.
KD 6 lamp is realized in opaline...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Brass
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Sputnik' Brass Chandelier in Multicolor for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Glendale, CA
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Sputnik' brass chandelier in multicolor for Stilnovo
Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Brass, Steel
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Sputnik' Brass Chandelier in Black for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Glendale, CA
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Sputnik' brass chandelier in black for Stilnovo
Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Brass, Steel
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Sputnik' Brass Chandelier in Ivory for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Glendale, CA
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Sputnik' brass chandelier in ivory for Stilnovo
Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Brass, Steel
Flos Luminator Floor Lamp in Red with Iron and Metal Frame
By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Flos Luminator Floor Lamp in Red with Iron and Metal Frame by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Floor lamp providing indirect light. Bulb with ref...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Iron
Flos Luminator Floor Lamp in Yellow with Iron and Metal Frame
By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Flos Luminator Floor Lamp in Yellow with Iron and Metal Frame by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Floor lamp providing indirect light. Bulb with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Iron
Flos Luminator Floor Lamp in Anthracite with Iron and Metal Frame
By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Flos Luminator Floor Lamp in Anthracite with Iron and Metal Frame by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Floor lamp providing indirect light. Bulb w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Iron
Flos Luminator Floor Lamp in White with Iron and Metal Frame
By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Flos Luminator Floor Lamp in White with Iron and Metal Frame by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Floor lamp providing indirect light. Bulb with r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Iron
Flos Luminator Floor Lamp in Light Blue with Iron and Metal Frame
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Flos Luminator Floor Lamp in Light Blue with Iron and Metal Frame by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Floor lamp providing indirect light. Bulb w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Iron
Castiglioni Floor Lamp
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, rare Castiglioni floor lamp. Spun fiberglass "shade" with a chrome base and floor controls. Some minor foxing to the base of the lamp that is consistent with age.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Chrome
Chandelier "4017 kd7" Design Achille &Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Kartell, 1959
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Kartell
Located in taranto, IT
very rare suspension lamp produced by Kartell from 1959, designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni reported with the initials "KD7")
the diffuser is in white opal methacryl...
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1950s Italian Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Opal, Brass
Achille e Pier Giacomo Castiglioni “Light Ball” Ceillings Light Metal Glass 1965
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Milano, IT
Achille e Pier Giacomo Castiglioni “light Ball” couple ceilings Ligthts metal glass, 1965, Made in Italy.
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1960s Italian Other Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal
Large Nuvola Hanging Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Lasne, BE
Large hanging lamp designed in the 60s by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni. Model: Nuvola. Stamped Flos. Maximum height with cable: 110 cm. Wear due to time and age of the lamp.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Metal
Mid-Century Large Beige "Cocoon" Italian Pendant by Achille Castiglioni, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic large 'Cocoon' pendant. This oustanding lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni in Italy in the 1960s.
This rare and large cocoon is made in a natural soft resin that has...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Steel
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Saliscendi' Adjustable Pendant in Green for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Glendale, CA
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Saliscendi' adjustable pendant in green for Stilnovo
Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Steel
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Saliscendi' Adjustable Pendant in Red for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Glendale, CA
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Saliscendi' adjustable pendant in red for Stilnovo
Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Steel
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Saliscendi' Adjustable Pendant in White for Stilnovo
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
Achille & Pier Castiglioni 'Saliscendi' adjustable pendant in white for Stilnovo
Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy duri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni More Lighting
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Steel
Achille And Pier Giacomo Castiglioni more lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni more lighting are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni more lighting, although white editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 13 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 11 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original more lighting by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni were created in the mid-century modern style in italy during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider more lighting by Vico Magistretti, Ernesto Gismondi, and Toni Zuccheri. Prices for Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni more lighting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $916 and can go as high as $12,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,521.
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