Table lamp - Aluminium - Memphis / Space Age style

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Italian-made Memphis/Space Age style table lamp with a red lacquered metal body, three chrome legs and a large perforated metal disc shade, circa 1970–1980, about 55 cm high and 36 cm in diameter, in excellent condition and in working order.

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Description from the seller

Dear Bidders,
Thank you for your interest in my offer.

I'm offering here a striking sculptural table lamp featuring a bold red lacquered metal body supported by three elegant chrome legs and a large perforated metal disc shade.
The minimalist structure combined with playful geometry creates a distinctive futuristic look typical of postmodern design of the late 20th century.

The perforated circular shade diffuses the light softly and produces a subtle decorative effect, while the dynamic composition of materials — lacquered metal and chrome — emphasizes the lamp’s sculptural character.

The design clearly reflects the spirit of the Memphis movement and is reminiscent of works associated with designers such as Ettore Sottsass and Michele De Lucchi, as well as experimental lighting produced by brands like Memphis Milano, Artemide, Flos, Stilnovo or Cossack during the 1980s.

A highly decorative and collectible design object that functions both as lighting and as a small sculptural statement piece. Perfect for interiors inspired by postmodern, Memphis or space-age aesthetics.

SOME ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONS:
* Memphis / space age table lamp
* Material: metal / aluminium
* Measurements : approx. 55 cm high, diameter 36 cm
* Without mirror light bulb
* Please watch carefully all the pictures, they are also a part of description ( each one can be enlarged )
* I would like to point out that the items I am selling are several decades old and therefore show general signs of use and age, such as minor scratches, scuffs, discoloration, dust, patina, chips, dents etc.
- Any major damage -s is / are ALWAYS shown in the photos -

* Please remember about Catawiki’s rules and make a payment maximally within 3 days after auction end

The lamp will be properly prepared for the shipping ( mainly recycled materials ) and sent insured ( up to 500€ ).

IMPORTANT:
If, however, the item is damaged or lost, please contact me via the internal Catawiki chat.
According to EU law for courier companies, in any case of damage to an international shipment, the first step in obtaining compensation is for the RECIPIENT to report the damage to their local supplier within 7 days of receiving the shipment. Only then, after the RECIPENT ( you ) receives a certificate of damage, I as the sender can claim compensation.
In addition, the following photos will be required: the damage to the item, the outside of the box with the shipping label, and the inside of the box including the materials used to protect the shipment.
Please don’t bid if you don’t accept that.

Happy bidding and good luck!


***Condition categories according to Catawiki:***

* „as new” - unused
* „excellent condition” - barely used with minimal signs of wear / usage
* „good condition” - used with small signs of aging and / or imperfections / defects
* „fair condition” - heavily used with possibly minor damage / parts missing
* „poor” - heavily used with major cracks, damages and / or major parts missing
* „very poor” - showing significant decay, loss of original texture or solidity of the material




Dear Bidders,
Thank you for your interest in my offer.

I'm offering here a striking sculptural table lamp featuring a bold red lacquered metal body supported by three elegant chrome legs and a large perforated metal disc shade.
The minimalist structure combined with playful geometry creates a distinctive futuristic look typical of postmodern design of the late 20th century.

The perforated circular shade diffuses the light softly and produces a subtle decorative effect, while the dynamic composition of materials — lacquered metal and chrome — emphasizes the lamp’s sculptural character.

The design clearly reflects the spirit of the Memphis movement and is reminiscent of works associated with designers such as Ettore Sottsass and Michele De Lucchi, as well as experimental lighting produced by brands like Memphis Milano, Artemide, Flos, Stilnovo or Cossack during the 1980s.

A highly decorative and collectible design object that functions both as lighting and as a small sculptural statement piece. Perfect for interiors inspired by postmodern, Memphis or space-age aesthetics.

SOME ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONS:
* Memphis / space age table lamp
* Material: metal / aluminium
* Measurements : approx. 55 cm high, diameter 36 cm
* Without mirror light bulb
* Please watch carefully all the pictures, they are also a part of description ( each one can be enlarged )
* I would like to point out that the items I am selling are several decades old and therefore show general signs of use and age, such as minor scratches, scuffs, discoloration, dust, patina, chips, dents etc.
- Any major damage -s is / are ALWAYS shown in the photos -

* Please remember about Catawiki’s rules and make a payment maximally within 3 days after auction end

The lamp will be properly prepared for the shipping ( mainly recycled materials ) and sent insured ( up to 500€ ).

IMPORTANT:
If, however, the item is damaged or lost, please contact me via the internal Catawiki chat.
According to EU law for courier companies, in any case of damage to an international shipment, the first step in obtaining compensation is for the RECIPIENT to report the damage to their local supplier within 7 days of receiving the shipment. Only then, after the RECIPENT ( you ) receives a certificate of damage, I as the sender can claim compensation.
In addition, the following photos will be required: the damage to the item, the outside of the box with the shipping label, and the inside of the box including the materials used to protect the shipment.
Please don’t bid if you don’t accept that.

Happy bidding and good luck!


***Condition categories according to Catawiki:***

* „as new” - unused
* „excellent condition” - barely used with minimal signs of wear / usage
* „good condition” - used with small signs of aging and / or imperfections / defects
* „fair condition” - heavily used with possibly minor damage / parts missing
* „poor” - heavily used with major cracks, damages and / or major parts missing
* „very poor” - showing significant decay, loss of original texture or solidity of the material




Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Memphis / Space Age style
Material
Aluminium
Country of Origin
Italy
Style
Modern
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In Working Order
Yes
Height
0 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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Objects sold
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