Table lamp, ivory white black, metal, Italy, 1940s.
950 PLN
unique
ABOUT PRODUCTID 6289
This Italian table lamp from the 1940s/50s is a testament to hand-crafted metalwork of the early modernist era, subtly influenced by neoclassical motifs. The entire structure is fashioned from metal sheet, finished in a hand-applied creamy ivory paint with a soft yellow undertone. The lamp stands on a geometric, tiered base that lends it a distinct silhouette and stability. Both the shade and body feature matte black, stylized leaf and vine patterns, emphasizing its ornamental personality. Visible seams and joints reveal the artisanal process typical of mid-century Italian workshops. The slightly asymmetric shade measures 42 cm in diameter and 28 cm in height; the overall lamp stands 67 cm tall. Preserved in good original condition, the lamp displays small paint losses, scratches, and a noble patina—authentic traces of its vintage history. This lamp seems to echo the voice of postwar Italy: metals shaped with care but not rigid perfection, reflecting a period of creative search and experimentation. The hand-painted leaf and vine motifs evoke classical references, yet their simplified, modernist rendering speaks of a new aesthetic language. The matte surface absorbs light, casting a gentle glow that enhances the warm undertones of the ivory base. Every mark of use tells a story of decades past—its subtle asymmetry and patina whisper of interiors where art and function met in un
DIMENSION
Height67 cm
Depth13 cm
Width13 cm
Dimension details
Width13 cm
Height67 cm
Depth13 cm
Weight1 kg
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