Joe Colombo – Oluce Coupé Table Lamp, 1967 – Rare Scarlet Red Original - 1 Edition! This rare and authentic vintage Coupé table lamp was designed in 1967 by the visionary Italian designer Joe Colombo and produced by the renowned lighting manufacturer Oluce. Unlike later reissues, this is an original late 1960s edition, making it a highly sought-after collector’s piece. The Coupé lamp won the prestigious International Design Award in 1968 and today is part of the permanent collections of leading museums such as the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York and the Neue Sammlung in Munich. Design & Features Shade: semi-cylindrical lacquered aluminum, finished in a rare scarlet red color, one of the least common and most desirable variations. Base: matching scarlet red lacquered metal base, paired with a chromed steel arm for perfect balance. Adjustability: the shade swivels both vertically and horizontally thanks to Colombo’s ingenious mechanism, allowing flexible and precise light direction. Materials: lacquered aluminum, lacquered steel, chrome-plated steel. Dimensions: approx. H 40 cm, W 25 cm, D 20 cm. Condition: Excellent vintage condition, fully functional, with only minimal age-related signs of wear consistent with its 1960s origin. The lamp will be carefully packed and securely shipped to ensure it arrives safely at your doorstep Historical Importance Joe Colombo (1930–1971) was one of Italy’s most influential and visionary designers, a pioneer of Radical Design. His work anticipated the future of living with innovative multifunctional objects, modular units, and integrated environments such as the Visiona ’69. The Coupé lamp embodies his philosophy: bold shapes, practical innovation, and futuristic aesthetics. Although Colombo’s career was tragically cut short at the age of 41, his designs remain timeless icons of 20th-century design, admired by collectors and featured in museums worldwide. This lamp is not just lighting — it is a piece of Italian design history. Rarely found in the striking scarlet red finish, this authentic vintage edition represents a unique opportunity for collectors and design enthusiasts.