Guzzini is often mistakenly thought to be the name of a lighting designer active in the 1960s and 1970s. But in fact the label belongs to a lighting manufacturing company that was founded by six Guzzini brothers — Raimondo, Giovanni, Virgilio, Giuseppe, Adolfo and Giannunzio, who were inspired by the 1950 film Harvey starring James Stewart.
Compounding the historical record even further, it seems that the Guzzini company rebranded many times in the 20th century, going by, at various points, Harvey Creazioni, Harvey Guzzini, Guzzini, iGuzzini and Illuminazione Guzzini. Harvey Creazioni was originally founded in 1959 in Recanati (on the east-central coast of Italy) by Raimondo, focusing on the production of copper-plated decorative objects. Four years later, in June 1963, the six brothers joined together and established Harvey Creazioni di Guzzini, expanding production to include pendant lighting, sconces, table lamps and floor lamps.
The brothers employed architect-designer Luigi Massoni — who was introduced to the Guzzini brothers by leading plastic importer Maurizio Adreani — as head of design, branding, public relations and advertising. Famous Harvey Guzzini designs include Massoni and Luciano Buttura's Mushroom table lamp (1965) as well as the in-house designed Arc floor lamp (1968), Faro table lamp (1970) and Toledo table lamp (1973). Studio 6G, an interning design team, developed the collectible Clan table lamp (1968); and designers Ermanno Lampa and Sergio Brazzoli were responsible for the Nastro series (1970), Orione pendant (1970), Sirio table lamp (1970), Alba floor lamp (1973), Albanella table lamp (1973) and Alf series (1976). Around 1976, Harvey Guzzini ceased the production of copper-plated items to concentrate on lighting made almost exclusively from methacrylate plastic (acrylic). The company also dabbled in furniture production, collaborating with Yugoslavian furniture producer Meblo, located in Nova Gorica in present-day Slovenia.
In 1967–68, the company exhibited at Domus: Formes Italiennes in the Galeries Lafayette in Paris under the name Design House (DH), where the company featured Gio Ponti’s Media lamp. A retail outlet was opened in central Milan under the name Harvey Guzzini-DH in 1969, situated literally and figuratively among the best known Italian design houses. In 1974, the company rebranded once more as iGuzzini, adding Illuminazione in 1981, which still exists today with headquarters in Recanati, Italy.
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Set of Mid-Century Modern Guzzini Crystal Lucite Italian Vases, 1970s
By Guzzini
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful set of four crystal plexiglass flower vases. This fantastic set was designed by Guzzini in Italy during the 1970s. This set is made of four different flower vases with t...
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
1970s Lucite Ashtray and Lighter Set
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1970s Lucite chrome ashtray and lighter desk set. Lighter measurements: Width 3.75", depth 2.5, height 4.25".
Chrome
$89Sale Price|31% Off
H 2.63 in W 5 in D 2.63 in
Vintage Clear Lucite Fan Shaped Card Holder by Guzzini 1980s Made in Italy
By Guzzini
Located in Amityville, NY
Vintage clear lucite or acrylic post modern fan shaped card holder, sorter or separator made in Italy in the 1980s by Guzzini. Marked "Guzzini Made in Italy" this originally was sold...
Lucite
$493 / set
H 4.73 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
1970s Dior Home Style Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Lucite Smoking Set
By Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A fake tortoise lucite italian smoking set composed by an ashtray, a cigarette box and a lighter not tested. Box side dimension is 12 cm, ashtray side ...
Metal
$274Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.71 in W 3.04 in D 3.04 in
Vintage French Ceramic Vase by Raymonde Leduc 'circa 1970s', Small
By Raymonde Leduc
Located in London, GB
Vintage ceramic vase (or pencil holder if you prefer) by Raymonde Leduc (circa 1970s). Sandstone coloured small vessel with plant motifs inlaid on all four sides. In good overall con...
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Style Italian Ceramic Vase, 1970s
By Bitossi
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Bitossi style ceramic vase.
Ceramic
Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Vase
Located in Copenhagen, K
Smoked rifled brown tinted glass vase.
Art Glass
Guzzini, Vase, Plastic, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded plastic vase produced by Guzzini, Italy, c. 1970s. Dimensions: 8.75” H x 8” W x 8” D Diameter of opening: 3”
Plastic
Mid-Century Italian Crystal Paperweight Ferrari Car, 1970s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Crystal Paperweight Ferrari Car 1970s
Crystal
$2,500
H 1.97 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Angelo Mangiarotti Travertine Chess Set, Mid-Century Modern, 1970s
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Inspired by the timeless design language of Angelo Mangiarotti, this exquisite chess set is a sculptural celebration of form, function, and natural material. Each piece is meticulous...
Travertine
$820 / item
H 3.75 in W 3 in D 1.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Aorta Vase by Carl Auböck, Polished Brass, Austria
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful organic flower vase, model #3974, designed by Carl Aubock II in 1950. Executed by Werkstätte Auböck in Vienna / Austria. Handmade of bras...
Brass
Mid-century modern round cast aluminum vase, Italy, 1970s
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Mid-century Modern Round Cast Aluminum Vase, Italy, 1970s Immerse yourself in the unique charm of the 1970s with this exceptional round vase, crafted from cast aluminum. Its design,...
Aluminum
Whimsical Thick Lucite Whale Lighter Mid-Century Regency Modern
By Guzzini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous thick lucite sculpted whale lighter. Add some whimsy with a touch of glam to your table top or anywhere you need a fun surprise. The lighter looks to be in good working order.
Metal
Modern Lucite Desk Organizer by Guzzini
By Guzzini
Located in San Diego, CA
Very functional modern lucite desk organizer by Guzzini of Italy, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good condition and measures 5.75"W x 2"D x 3.75"H. Great little organizer! #5079
Lucite
Modern Lucite Desk Organizer by Guzzini
By Guzzini
Located in San Diego, CA
Very functional modern lucite desk organizer by Guzzini of Italy, circa 1980s. The piece is in good condition and measures 4.5"W x 4.5"D x 5.25"H...
Lucite
Modern Lucite Desk Organizer by Guzzini
By Guzzini
Located in San Diego, CA
Very functional modern lucite desk organizer by Guzzini of Italy, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good condition and measures 5.75"W x 2"D x 3....
Lucite
Italian Serving Tray by Guzzini, 1960s
By Guzzini
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian serving tray by Guzzini, 1960s. Dimensions: H= 3 cm; W=50 cm; D=30 cm.
Brass
Modern Lucite Desk Organizer by Guzzini
By Guzzini
Located in San Diego, CA
Very functional modern Lucite desk organizer by Guzzini of Italy, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good condition and measures 5.25" W x 6" D x ...
Lucite
Set of Guzzini Midcentury Crystal Plexiglass Italian Vases, 1970s
By Guzzini
Located in Roma, IT
Set of four wonderful plexiglass midcentury crystal plexiglass Italian vases. These pieces were produced by Guzzini in Italy during 1970s. The set, with the four vases one close to the other, creates a mesmerizing effect due to proportions and the material. A magnificent set, ideal for decorating a modern console. Tallest vase measures (cms): height 25 depth 7.3 width 5 Harvey Guzzini is often mistakenly thought to be the name of a lighting designer active in the 1960s and 1970s. But in fact the label belongs to a lighting manufacturing company, which was founded by six Guzzini brothers—Raimondo, Giovanni, Virgilio, Giuseppe, Adolfo and Giannunzio—who were inspired by the 1950 film Harvey starring James Stewart. Compounding the historical record even further, it seems that the Guzzini company rebranded many times in the 20th century, going by, at various points, Harvey Creazioni, Harvey Guzzini, Guzzini, iGuzzini, and Illuminazione Guzzini. Harvey Creazioni was originally founded in 1959 in Recanti (on the east central coast of Italy) by Raimondo, focusing on the production of copper-plated decorative objects. Four years later, in June 1963, the six brothers joined together and established Harvey Creazioni di Guzzini, expanding production to include pendant lighting, sconces, and lamps, floor lamps. The brothers employed architect-designer Luigi Massoni—who was introduced to the Guzzini brothers by leading plastic importer Maurizio Adreani—as head of design, branding, public relations, and advertizing. Famous Harvey Guzzini designs include Massoni and Luciano Buttura's mushroom table lamp (1965), as well as the in-house designed arc floor lamp (1968), faro table lamp (1970), and Toledo table lamp (1973). Studio 6G, an interning design team, developed the collectible clan table lamp (1968); and designers Ermanno Lampa and Sergio Brazzoli were responsible for the Nastro Series (1970), Orione Pendant (1970), Sirio Table Lamp (1970), Alba floor lamp (1973), Albanella table lamp...
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Sold
H 5.52 in W 7.09 in D 2.37 in
"Delta" Table Lighter by Team Guzzini in Ice Effect Lucite, Italy, 1970s
By Guzzini, Team Guzzini
Located in Rome, IT
"Delta" table lighter in ice effect Lucite by Team Guzzini, Italy, 1970s. Comes with its original box. Never used, seems like new.
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Sold
H 9.85 in W 3.94 in D 2.96 in
Set of Four Lucite Vases by Guzzini, Italy, 1970s Mid-Century Modern
By Guzzini
Located in Roma, IT
Set of four plexiglass vases by Guzzini, Italy, 1970s The tallest vase measures: height 25 x 7.3 x 5 cm.
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Sold
H 3.75 in W 5.75 in D 2 in
Italian Postmodern Lucite Pen or Pencil Desk Holder By Designer Rede Guzzini
By Guzzini
Located in New York, NY
An Italian Postmodern or Modern style designer Lucite pen, pencil, and paper desk organizer/holder, Italy, circa 1980s, by Rede Guzzini. With maker's mark label on bottom 'Guzzini' '...
Lucite, Acrylic