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

An original mechanical travel typewriter Olivetti Lettera 35 from the 1970s is offered.

The Lettera 35 was designed by the renowned Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini and has been offered since 1972. The model combines the proven mechanics of the Olivetti Lettera series with a distinctive, professionally looking case design.

The typewriter features a German QWERTZ keyboard with the umlauts Ä, Ö and Ü and the letter ß. A black-red color ribbon is installed. The ribbon selector allows choosing between different writing positions.

Technical data and features:
– Manufacturer: Olivetti
– Model: Lettera 35
– Type: portable mechanical typewriter
– Manufacturing period: from 1972
– Designer: Mario Bellini
– Color: Beige/Grey
– Case: Metal
– Keyboard: German QWERTZ layout
– Character set including Ä, Ö, Ü and ß
– Black-red color ribbon
– Upper and lower case
– Lockable uppercase
– Backspace key
– Tabulator with red tab key
– Adjustable margins
– Manual line and carriage return
– Automatic ribbon feed direction

Approximate dimensions of the typewriter:
– Width: 36 cm
– Depth: 34 cm
– Height: 10–11 cm

Dimensions of the closed case:
– Width: 46 cm
– Depth: 37 cm
– Height: 13 cm

Included in delivery:
– Olivetti Lettera 35 typewriter
– Original black hard-shell case with handle
– Original multilingual user manual
– Installed black-red color ribbon

Condition and function:
The mechanics have been checked and are fully functional. The keys, type hammers and the carriage operate. The device is in an authentic used vintage condition.

Age and signs of use, light soiling, dust and minor discolorations are present. Some keys show slight wear. The hard-shell case also shows age-related scratches and signs of use. The color ribbon is present but can easily be replaced if desired.

A beautiful and functional typewriter for collectors of historical office equipment, lovers of Italian design, writers, or as a decorative vintage home accessory.

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