Marcello Nizzoli, Giuseppe Beccio - Olivetti, Lexikon 80 - Typewriter - 1940-1950

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Olivetti Lexikon 80, designed by Marcello Nizzoli with mechanical design by Giuseppe Beccio, is a typewriter in good used condition with small signs of age and stains, in working order, from the 1949 first series, weighing 14 kg and finished in beige/grey with Italian origin.

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Typewriter brand Olivetti Lexikon 80 First Series Year 1949 chassis number 2018953

Designed by the renowned architect and designer Marcello Nizzoli, with the mechanical project overseen by Giuseppe Beccio.

The Lexikon 80 is an icon that revolutionized the post-war typewriter market and is even displayed in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York.

This specimen (beige/gray) is part of the first series, which is more sought after by collectors. This can be clearly seen from the 'Olivetti' inscription embossed on the carriage, instead of the usual plaque found on models produced later.

The specimen is functional, with some stains on the bodywork and signs of wear as visible in the photos.

Typewriter brand Olivetti Lexikon 80 First Series Year 1949 chassis number 2018953

Designed by the renowned architect and designer Marcello Nizzoli, with the mechanical project overseen by Giuseppe Beccio.

The Lexikon 80 is an icon that revolutionized the post-war typewriter market and is even displayed in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York.

This specimen (beige/gray) is part of the first series, which is more sought after by collectors. This can be clearly seen from the 'Olivetti' inscription embossed on the carriage, instead of the usual plaque found on models produced later.

The specimen is functional, with some stains on the bodywork and signs of wear as visible in the photos.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
14 kg
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Metal, Plastic
Designer/Artist/Maker
Giuseppe Beccio, Marcello Nizzoli
Manufacturer/ Brand
Lexikon 80, Olivetti
Colour
Beige, Grey
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
21 cm
Width
31 cm
Depth
35 cm
In Working Order
Yes
Verification Marks
Yes
Estimated Period
1940-1950
Sold by
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Object sold
Private

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