Lettera 22 Portable Typewriter by Olivetti
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Lettera 22 Portable Typewriter by Olivetti
About the Item
- Creator:Marcello Nizzoli (Designer),Olivetti (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1954
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The machine is in truly excellent condition. There are a few small scuff marks to the enameled surface, but very little evidence of use otherwise. The original case is in as is condition.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU82852700072
Marcello Nizzoli
Marcello Nizzoli was an Italian artist, architect, industrial and graphic designer. He was the chief designer for Olivetti for many years and was responsible notably for the iconic Lettera 22 portable typewriters in 1950. After graduating from the Accademia di Belle Arti of Parma (1913), he worked as a draughtsman in Milan until World War I. The influence of Futurism and particularly, the work of Fortunato Depero were fundamentally important in his cultural formation. His success as a draughtsman was established at the Prima Esposizione Internazionale delle Arti Decorative in Monza (1923), but he continued to diversify, designing fashion accessories such as handbags, shawls and poster advertisements for famous names such as Campari and Martini.
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