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1950s Giuseppe Ostuni 'Vipere' White and Brass Table Lamp for O-Luce

$2,400
£1,839.31
€2,113.96
CA$3,370.92
A$3,772.68
CHF 1,974.86
MX$45,831.21
NOK 25,075.74
SEK 23,663.24
DKK 15,773.88

About the Item

1950s Giuseppe Ostuni 'Vipere' table lamp for O-Luce. An extremely rare and surprisingly utilitarian table lamp executed in white painted aluminum and brass by one of the most refined Italian designers of the midcentury. A highly adaptable light, the shade rotates freely on Ostuni's patented ball joint system. Literature "Giuseppe Ostuni: O-Luce," 2015; Luminaires-Moderniste; Apparecci Per Illuminazione, pp. 56-57 + "O-Luce di Giuseppe Ostuni, Vol. II" by Thomas Braeuniger, Lumi Press 2021, p. 178 O-Luce was one of the most innovative lighting design companies in Italy during the midcentury era. Their exceptionally refined designs have been long sought after by collectors worldwide. Professionally modified for US electrical with new US candelabra base socket, cord and period styled US wall plug. Accommodates a single 60W equivalent LED bulb (lower with incandescent). Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee. Some age appropriate scuffs, dings, nicks, bends and wear as largely shown and noted only for accuracy.
  • Creator:
    Giuseppe Ostuni (Designer),O-Luce (Manufacturer),Oluce (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950s
  • Condition:
    Rewired: Rewired for US electrical with black cord & plug. Wear consistent with age and use. See description for details.
  • Seller Location:
    Glendale, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: V32261stDibs: LU1447232609802

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