Mario Bellini - Olivetti, Lettera 35 - Typewriter - 1970-1980





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Olivetti Lettera 35 portable typewriter designed by Mario Bellini, in good condition, rarely used with slight wear from age, metal body, 39 cm high, 36 cm wide, 13 cm deep, weighing 7.3 kg, in working order with verification marks, dating to 1970–1980.
Description from the seller
This particular model was produced and marketed primarily throughout the 1970s and for a good part of the 1980s.
Here are some interesting details about the piece you have in front of you:
The Design: It was designed by the renowned architect and designer Mario Bellini (together with a team that included Macchi Cassia, Pasini and Pasqui). The idea was to create a robust machine with a more solid and professional look compared to the previous portables.
The Mechanics: Under the beige metal body hides the same mechanical heart as the legendary Lettera 32 from 1963, which makes it a true writing workhorse—reliable and precise.
The Case: From the photo you can see its classic original black rigid plastic case (complete with carrying handle), which was indeed part of the standard equipment of this first version.
This particular model was produced and marketed primarily throughout the 1970s and for a good part of the 1980s.
Here are some interesting details about the piece you have in front of you:
The Design: It was designed by the renowned architect and designer Mario Bellini (together with a team that included Macchi Cassia, Pasini and Pasqui). The idea was to create a robust machine with a more solid and professional look compared to the previous portables.
The Mechanics: Under the beige metal body hides the same mechanical heart as the legendary Lettera 32 from 1963, which makes it a true writing workhorse—reliable and precise.
The Case: From the photo you can see its classic original black rigid plastic case (complete with carrying handle), which was indeed part of the standard equipment of this first version.

