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Ugo Zaccagnini Turquoise Ceramic Lamp, Asian Style Gilt Detailing c.1950s Italy

About the Item

An evocative piece of mid-century Italian ceramic design, this turquoise-glazed table lamp by Ugo Zaccagnini reflects the East-meets-West aesthetic that gained prominence in the 1950s. Handcrafted in Florence, the lamp draws on Asian style decorative motifs, with a stylised cartouche wrapping the rotund ceramic body, flanked by classic Greek key borders and other ornate relief elements—all highlighted in gold gilt. The intense turquoise glaze, a hallmark of Zaccagnini’s more exuberant post-war work, creates a vivid contrast against the warmth of the gold detailing. The result is both glamorous and sculptural, capturing the mid-century fascination with exoticism and surface richness. Measuring 38 cm in height and 12 cm in width, the lamp has been lightly restored: the gilt decoration has received a minor professional touch-up, and a polished brass neck and gold-toned Edison lamp holder have been sympathetically added to complement the original design. The ceramic base is hand-signed and numbered to the underside. In good vintage condition, showing only minor age-related wear. Wiring is not tested and should be certified according to local safety standards before use.
  • Creator:
    Ugo Zaccagnini (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)Diameter: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    220-240v
  • Lampshade:
    Not Included
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950-1959
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Glasgow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6391244333462

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