Artemide - Richard Sapper - Table lamp - John Doe 50 - Aluminium

For sale is an absolute milestone of Italian lighting design: the legendary desk lamp “Tizio” (Model 50), designed in 1972 by Richard Sapper for Artemide (Milan, Made in Italy). This is the particularly rare and highly sought-after early original version from the period 1978–1984 in white. As an authentic model of this era, it was delivered from the factory without the later protective glass and without the adjustment rod at the head. The power supply is groundbreaking wireless directly through the joint arms, which in every position stay perfectly balanced by the distinctive red counterweights.

Condition and patina (Please note): The lamp is in an honest, unrestored vintage condition with signs of use that underline its authentic character:
- Finish: At the edges of the lower counterweight, the heat-induced tiny blisters typical of the early white halogen series have formed in the paint (caused by the heat of the integrated transformer during longer operation).
- Color: The white plastic and paint show a uniform, light yellowing over the decades due to sunlight exposure (beautiful vintage patina, not a radiant new white).

Technology: The joints maintain perfect balance. The electrical system is fully functional. Equipped with the original white factory cable and euro plug.

Manufacturer: Artemide (Italy)
Design: Richard Sapper (1972)
Model: Tizio 50 (Large version, max 1x55W - 12V)
Serial number: 055442 (debossed in the plastic base)