Floor mirror- Lipstick - Plastic, Mid-age Italian design

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Italian Space Age floor mirror known as “Unghia” or “Lipstick”, designed in Italy in the 1960s, with a tubular plastic (ABS/PVC) structure and an inset oval mirror, externally 160 cm high by 25 cm wide (internal 114 cm by 23 cm). Condition: very good with minor signs of age.

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Floor mirror “Nail” / “Lipstick” – Icon of Italian Space Age design from the 1960s-1970s

Authentic icon of Italian mid-century modernism, this famous floor mirror known as “Nail” or “Lipstick” perfectly represents the futuristic and visionary aesthetics of the Italian Space Age. With its slender, elegant silhouette, inspired by the shape of a nail or a lipstick, it is one of the most recognizable objects of Italian radical design from the late 1960s to the 1970s.

Made with a tubular ABS/PVC frame and a recessed oval mirror, the model stands out for its extraordinary formal purity: minimal, sculptural, and at the same time incredibly decorative. The vertical, tapered line gives visual lightness, while the glossy white finish enhances the object’s futuristic character, making it perfect in both vintage environments and contemporary interiors with refined taste.

The “Nail” mirror is today considered a symbol piece of Italian Space Age design, highly sought after by collectors, interior designers, and mid-century enthusiasts for its strong stage presence and its ability to transform any space into a sophisticated and cinematic setting.

The elegant, compact proportions make it ideal for entryways, bedrooms, living rooms, or design boutiques. A piece of furniture that combines function and sculpture in true Italian spirit of the 1960s.

Very good condition with normal and light signs of time compatible with age and use.

Adequate packaging and trackable shipping throughout Europe.

Seller's Story

900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, made of time, journeys, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to light, pieces of a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the careful search for objects of bygone times, selected with care for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment does not stop at simple discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing years can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of the great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every piece of furniture we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. Choosing 900VINTAGE means not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your environment with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, one of time, travel, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for objects from times gone by, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond simple discovery: we carefully restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furnishing accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of giving spaces a touch of personality and originality. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history, a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, each object tells a story—of time, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of a bygone era. We dedicate ourselves to meticulous research of vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old trunk that belonged to a grandmother, witness to generations, or a chest that sailed the oceans during great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furniture accessory we offer is unique, full of history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just adopting an object but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your space with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story: a story of time, travel, and memories. Our passion is to revive forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has crossed oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Each decor accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you don't just bring home an object, but a piece of history—an element that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
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Floor mirror “Nail” / “Lipstick” – Icon of Italian Space Age design from the 1960s-1970s

Authentic icon of Italian mid-century modernism, this famous floor mirror known as “Nail” or “Lipstick” perfectly represents the futuristic and visionary aesthetics of the Italian Space Age. With its slender, elegant silhouette, inspired by the shape of a nail or a lipstick, it is one of the most recognizable objects of Italian radical design from the late 1960s to the 1970s.

Made with a tubular ABS/PVC frame and a recessed oval mirror, the model stands out for its extraordinary formal purity: minimal, sculptural, and at the same time incredibly decorative. The vertical, tapered line gives visual lightness, while the glossy white finish enhances the object’s futuristic character, making it perfect in both vintage environments and contemporary interiors with refined taste.

The “Nail” mirror is today considered a symbol piece of Italian Space Age design, highly sought after by collectors, interior designers, and mid-century enthusiasts for its strong stage presence and its ability to transform any space into a sophisticated and cinematic setting.

The elegant, compact proportions make it ideal for entryways, bedrooms, living rooms, or design boutiques. A piece of furniture that combines function and sculpture in true Italian spirit of the 1960s.

Very good condition with normal and light signs of time compatible with age and use.

Adequate packaging and trackable shipping throughout Europe.

Seller's Story

900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, made of time, journeys, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to light, pieces of a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the careful search for objects of bygone times, selected with care for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment does not stop at simple discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing years can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of the great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every piece of furniture we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. Choosing 900VINTAGE means not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your environment with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, one of time, travel, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for objects from times gone by, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond simple discovery: we carefully restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furnishing accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of giving spaces a touch of personality and originality. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history, a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, each object tells a story—of time, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of a bygone era. We dedicate ourselves to meticulous research of vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old trunk that belonged to a grandmother, witness to generations, or a chest that sailed the oceans during great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furniture accessory we offer is unique, full of history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just adopting an object but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your space with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story: a story of time, travel, and memories. Our passion is to revive forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has crossed oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Each decor accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you don't just bring home an object, but a piece of history—an element that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Model
Lipstick
Material
Mid-age Italian design, Plastic
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
160 cm
External width
25 cm
Internal height
114 cm
Internal width
23 cm
Diameter
25 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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Objects sold
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