Stilnovo - Corrado Aroldi, Danilo Aroldi - Table lamp - Periscopio (Red with Base) - Metal, Rubber, Glass - Space Age, 1967
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The red Stilnovo Periscopio table lamp, designed by Danilo and Corrado Aroldi in 1967, has a flexible rubber joint, metal and glass components, and measures 59 × 33 × 16 cm.
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Danilo & Corrado Aroldi - Stilnovo - Red Table Lamp "Periscopio" - Space Age
Iconic Italian Space Age Masterpiece: Red "Periscopio" Table Lamp by Danilo & Corrado Aroldi for Stilnovo (1967)
Add a piece of Italian design history to your collection with this rare vintage "Periscopio" table lamp in vivid red finish, designed by the visionary brothers Danilo and Corrado Aroldi in 1967 for Stilnovo, Italy.
A landmark creation of 20th-century design, the Periscopio lamp gained global fame when it was selected for the groundbreaking MoMA (Museum of Modern Art, New York) exhibition "Italy: The New Domestic Landscape" in 1972. Today, it remains part of the MoMA permanent collection as an enduring symbol of avant-garde Space Age aesthetics.
Design Story & Features
Space Age Engineering:
Designed during the height of the space race, the flexible black rubber accordion joint draws direct inspiration from astronaut suit pressure joints, allowing complete 360-degree flexibility and precise positioning.
Dual Mounting System (Base & Clamp):
This versatile version comes complete with its original heavy black cast-iron circular table base. The lamp fits securely onto the base for desktop use or can be detached to function as a clamp lamp.
Anti-Glare Dome Light:
Equipped with a vintage B22 bayonet socket, complete with a specialized silver-domed half-coated bulb that prevents direct glare while casting a warm, sophisticated ambient glow.
Specifications & Technical Details
Condition:
Good original vintage condition. Shows light, age-appropriate signs of wear, light edge patina on the base, and minor cosmetic signs consistent with age. Fully tested and in perfect working order.
Era / Year of Production: Late 1960s (Designed in 1967 / First edition 1970s)
Materials: Enameled metal, cast iron base, flexible rubber joint, electrical components, glass bulb
Country of Origin: Italy
Dimensions:
Height: 59 cm (max extension approx. 67-68 cm)
Base Diameter: 16 cm
Width: 33 cm
Depth: 16 cm
Colours: Red (tubular body), Black (base, clamp bracket, rubber joint & cable), Silver / Clear (half-mirrored bulb)
Socket: European B22 (Bayonet) – Includes LED silver-capped replacement bulb (220-240V).
Collector's Note
Original late 1960s first-edition Periscopio lamps in striking red enamel with their original heavy table base and B22 fittings are highly sought-after by international collectors and interior designers. An essential piece for any high-end Mid-Century Modern or Space Age lighting collection.
Shipping:
The lamp will be carefully packed with professional protective materials to ensure a safe delivery.
About designer: Danilo and Corrado Aroldi
Brothers Danilo Aroldi (1925–1992) and Corrado Aroldi (1936–2013) were Italian architects and industrial designers whose work significantly shaped the Italian Design landscape and the Space Age movement during the 1960s and 1970s. Formed within the cultural climate of Milanese modernism, they established a joint practice in Milan focusing on interior architecture, furniture design, and lighting design.
The Aroldi studio achieved international acclaim in 1967 with the design of the Periscopio series for Stilnovo: a revolutionary formal and technological breakthrough that stripped the lamp down to its minimal structural components while incorporating industrial and aerospace-inspired elements, such as the flexible rubber joint. Beyond their famous collaboration with Stilnovo, the Aroldi brothers designed notable furniture pieces for prominent Italian manufacturers, most notably a series of modular upholstery and seating systems for Aflex (such as the Anfipodi sofa in 1968), defined by a strong focus on functional flexibility and modern modular living spaces. Their work was widely documented in leading design publications of the era, including Domus and Casabella, and is preserved today in the permanent collections of major design museums worldwide.
Seller's Story
About Our Gallery
Our gallery was founded from the deep passion of its owner for art and design, a passion that began in 2005. In that year, he started his journey in the art world by actively participating in national fairs, exhibitions, and specialized events, gradually developing extensive knowledge of the market and its many facets.
Over the years, this dedication has grown into a professional activity built on continuous research, study, and direct experience within the art and design sectors. Through careful exploration of different categories and collecting fields, our gallery has developed the ability to select unique and distinctive pieces that reflect both artistic value and refined design.
Today, we are proud to present our collection both through our physical gallery and through carefully curated online platforms. Our goal is to offer collectors and enthusiasts a diverse selection of sought-after objects, ranging from art pieces to iconic and collectible design items.
Each work or object we present is chosen with attention, expertise, and a genuine appreciation for quality, history, and aesthetic value.
Translated by Google TranslateDanilo & Corrado Aroldi - Stilnovo - Red Table Lamp "Periscopio" - Space Age
Iconic Italian Space Age Masterpiece: Red "Periscopio" Table Lamp by Danilo & Corrado Aroldi for Stilnovo (1967)
Add a piece of Italian design history to your collection with this rare vintage "Periscopio" table lamp in vivid red finish, designed by the visionary brothers Danilo and Corrado Aroldi in 1967 for Stilnovo, Italy.
A landmark creation of 20th-century design, the Periscopio lamp gained global fame when it was selected for the groundbreaking MoMA (Museum of Modern Art, New York) exhibition "Italy: The New Domestic Landscape" in 1972. Today, it remains part of the MoMA permanent collection as an enduring symbol of avant-garde Space Age aesthetics.
Design Story & Features
Space Age Engineering:
Designed during the height of the space race, the flexible black rubber accordion joint draws direct inspiration from astronaut suit pressure joints, allowing complete 360-degree flexibility and precise positioning.
Dual Mounting System (Base & Clamp):
This versatile version comes complete with its original heavy black cast-iron circular table base. The lamp fits securely onto the base for desktop use or can be detached to function as a clamp lamp.
Anti-Glare Dome Light:
Equipped with a vintage B22 bayonet socket, complete with a specialized silver-domed half-coated bulb that prevents direct glare while casting a warm, sophisticated ambient glow.
Specifications & Technical Details
Condition:
Good original vintage condition. Shows light, age-appropriate signs of wear, light edge patina on the base, and minor cosmetic signs consistent with age. Fully tested and in perfect working order.
Era / Year of Production: Late 1960s (Designed in 1967 / First edition 1970s)
Materials: Enameled metal, cast iron base, flexible rubber joint, electrical components, glass bulb
Country of Origin: Italy
Dimensions:
Height: 59 cm (max extension approx. 67-68 cm)
Base Diameter: 16 cm
Width: 33 cm
Depth: 16 cm
Colours: Red (tubular body), Black (base, clamp bracket, rubber joint & cable), Silver / Clear (half-mirrored bulb)
Socket: European B22 (Bayonet) – Includes LED silver-capped replacement bulb (220-240V).
Collector's Note
Original late 1960s first-edition Periscopio lamps in striking red enamel with their original heavy table base and B22 fittings are highly sought-after by international collectors and interior designers. An essential piece for any high-end Mid-Century Modern or Space Age lighting collection.
Shipping:
The lamp will be carefully packed with professional protective materials to ensure a safe delivery.
About designer: Danilo and Corrado Aroldi
Brothers Danilo Aroldi (1925–1992) and Corrado Aroldi (1936–2013) were Italian architects and industrial designers whose work significantly shaped the Italian Design landscape and the Space Age movement during the 1960s and 1970s. Formed within the cultural climate of Milanese modernism, they established a joint practice in Milan focusing on interior architecture, furniture design, and lighting design.
The Aroldi studio achieved international acclaim in 1967 with the design of the Periscopio series for Stilnovo: a revolutionary formal and technological breakthrough that stripped the lamp down to its minimal structural components while incorporating industrial and aerospace-inspired elements, such as the flexible rubber joint. Beyond their famous collaboration with Stilnovo, the Aroldi brothers designed notable furniture pieces for prominent Italian manufacturers, most notably a series of modular upholstery and seating systems for Aflex (such as the Anfipodi sofa in 1968), defined by a strong focus on functional flexibility and modern modular living spaces. Their work was widely documented in leading design publications of the era, including Domus and Casabella, and is preserved today in the permanent collections of major design museums worldwide.
Seller's Story
About Our Gallery
Our gallery was founded from the deep passion of its owner for art and design, a passion that began in 2005. In that year, he started his journey in the art world by actively participating in national fairs, exhibitions, and specialized events, gradually developing extensive knowledge of the market and its many facets.
Over the years, this dedication has grown into a professional activity built on continuous research, study, and direct experience within the art and design sectors. Through careful exploration of different categories and collecting fields, our gallery has developed the ability to select unique and distinctive pieces that reflect both artistic value and refined design.
Today, we are proud to present our collection both through our physical gallery and through carefully curated online platforms. Our goal is to offer collectors and enthusiasts a diverse selection of sought-after objects, ranging from art pieces to iconic and collectible design items.
Each work or object we present is chosen with attention, expertise, and a genuine appreciation for quality, history, and aesthetic value.
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Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Space Age
Title additional information
Space Age, 1967
Number of objects
1
Material
Glass, Metal, Rubber
Manufacturer/brand
Stilnovo
Designer/artist/maker
Corrado Aroldi, Danilo Aroldi
Model
Periscopio (Red with Base)
Country of origin
Italy
Style
Design
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
Yes
Height
59 cm
Width
33 cm
Depth
16 cm
Colour
Red
Estimated period
1960-1970
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