Fontana Arte - Gio Ponti - Table lamp - Bilia Mini - Glass, Metal

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Nothing more than a sphere resting, in seemingly impossible equilibrium, on a cone serving as a base.
One of Gio Ponti's many compositional magic moments, designed in 1932 and now produced by FontanaArte in this Mini version, faithful to the original idea but more compact and versatile.

In designing Bilia, Ponti also envisioned a reduced version, with a range of 'spray colors' that would anticipate chromatic research in lighting design.
From those historic designs, Bilia Mini was born, an iconic and timeless object.

The yellow version illuminates the space with a sunny and joyful energy: the conical base in yellow-painted metal harmonizes with the opaline blown glass diffuser, creating a luminous and lively balance.
A lighting point capable of bringing warmth and personality to any environment, perfect for those who love the most authentic and optimistic Italian design.

Condition: new, never used, in original packaging.
Age: contemporary production (after 2020)
Material: opal blown glass and painted metal.
Origin: Italy
Dimensions (in cm): Height 26 – Diffuser diameter 12
Colors: white
Lamp holder: E14 – max 8W LED (bulb not included)
Designer: Gio Ponti
Producer: FontanaArte

Nothing more than a sphere resting, in seemingly impossible equilibrium, on a cone serving as a base.
One of Gio Ponti's many compositional magic moments, designed in 1932 and now produced by FontanaArte in this Mini version, faithful to the original idea but more compact and versatile.

In designing Bilia, Ponti also envisioned a reduced version, with a range of 'spray colors' that would anticipate chromatic research in lighting design.
From those historic designs, Bilia Mini was born, an iconic and timeless object.

The yellow version illuminates the space with a sunny and joyful energy: the conical base in yellow-painted metal harmonizes with the opaline blown glass diffuser, creating a luminous and lively balance.
A lighting point capable of bringing warmth and personality to any environment, perfect for those who love the most authentic and optimistic Italian design.

Condition: new, never used, in original packaging.
Age: contemporary production (after 2020)
Material: opal blown glass and painted metal.
Origin: Italy
Dimensions (in cm): Height 26 – Diffuser diameter 12
Colors: white
Lamp holder: E14 – max 8W LED (bulb not included)
Designer: Gio Ponti
Producer: FontanaArte

Details

Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Material
Glass, Metal
Manufacturer/ Brand
Fontana Arte
Designer/Artist/Maker
Gio Ponti
Model
Bilia Mini
Country of Origin
Italy
Condition
As new - unused
In Working Order
Yes
Height
26 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
12 cm
Colour
Yellow
Number Of Fittings
1
Estimated Period
1930-1940
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Objects sold
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