Alessandro Mendini - Table lamp - Glass - Cubosfera Table Lamp
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Cubosfera Table Lamp designed by Alessandro Mendini for Fidenza Vetraria, Italy, circa 1968, in glass with a transparent outer cube enclosing a frosted sphere, measuring 16 × 16 × 16 cm, with original wiring in working order, condition: Poor with chips and repairs to the upper glass section.
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An absolute icon of vintage Italian design: the Cubosfera lamp, designed by Alessandro Mendini for Fidenza Vetraria in the late 1960s.
A sculptural piece crafted from massive pressed crystal, featuring a transparent outer cube that encloses a frosted spherical cavity. The lighting effect is unique, casting a soft and diffused glow.
Technical Details:
Designer: Alessandro Mendini
Manufacturer: Fidenza Vetraria
Period: Circa 1968
Material: Composed of two heavy solid crystal sections (top and bottom) and a metal base.
Dimensions: Approximately 16 x 16 x 16 cm.
Wiring: Original vintage wiring, in working order.
Condition (Please read carefully):
This is an original vintage item and shows signs of wear consistent with its age, which attest to its authenticity.
As shown in the detailed photos:
There are some chips and small repairs on the edges and corners of the upper glass section. The lower section is in good condition with only imperceptible surface scratches.
Despite these minor aesthetic flaws on the edges, the glass maintains its beautiful transparency and the internal sphere remains intact. The lamp retains all of its charm and significant collector's value.
An absolute icon of vintage Italian design: the Cubosfera lamp, designed by Alessandro Mendini for Fidenza Vetraria in the late 1960s.
A sculptural piece crafted from massive pressed crystal, featuring a transparent outer cube that encloses a frosted spherical cavity. The lighting effect is unique, casting a soft and diffused glow.
Technical Details:
Designer: Alessandro Mendini
Manufacturer: Fidenza Vetraria
Period: Circa 1968
Material: Composed of two heavy solid crystal sections (top and bottom) and a metal base.
Dimensions: Approximately 16 x 16 x 16 cm.
Wiring: Original vintage wiring, in working order.
Condition (Please read carefully):
This is an original vintage item and shows signs of wear consistent with its age, which attest to its authenticity.
As shown in the detailed photos:
There are some chips and small repairs on the edges and corners of the upper glass section. The lower section is in good condition with only imperceptible surface scratches.
Despite these minor aesthetic flaws on the edges, the glass maintains its beautiful transparency and the internal sphere remains intact. The lamp retains all of its charm and significant collector's value.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Cubosfera Table Lamp
Number of objects
1
Material
Glass
Designer/artist/maker
Alessandro Mendini
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Poor - heavily used with major cracks, damages or major parts missing
In working order
Yes
Height
16 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
16 cm
Colour
Transparent
Estimated period
1960-1970
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