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Zerowatt PTC lamp, 1950s Italian modernist
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This striking mid-century desk lamp exemplifies the refined European design sensibility of early modernist lighting. Featuring Zerowatt's distinctive PTC design, this Italian-crafted lamp combines bold industrial aesthetics with thoughtful functionality.
The lamp showcases a beautifully proportioned trumpet-shaped brass base that rises elegantly from a solid circular foot. Its most distinctive feature is the adjustable disk-shaped reflector that can be precisely positioned to direct light exactly where needed. The exposed bulb socket houses a classic incandescent globe, creating a warm, inviting glow enhanced by the coppery interior of the reflector shade.
Crafted primarily from solid brass with mechanical joints built for longevity, this lamp displays the beautiful patina and subtle tarnishing that only comes with genuine age and careful use. The warm, honeyed tones of the aged brass create a sophisticated presence that would complement both vintage interiors and contemporary spaces seeking authentic character.
This Zerowatt PTC lamp represents a significant piece of mid-century European design history – a time when Italian manufacturers were creating functional objects with extraordinary attention to materials, proportion and craftsmanship. A remarkable find for collectors of vintage lighting, industrial design enthusiasts, or anyone seeking to add authentic character to their home or office.
- Creator:Zerowatt (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
- Power Source:Plug-in
- Voltage:110-150v
- Lampshade:Included
- Style:Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Brass,Patinated
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:San Francisco, US
- Reference Number:Seller: L041stDibs: LU9848243882862
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