Modernist Floor Lamp Model Abate attributed to Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Ibis, Italy, 1970s

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Made in Italy, 1970s - 1980s.
This beautiful floor lamp features a black varnished metal and steel frame, a shiny … Read more Made in Italy, 1970s - 1980s.
This beautiful floor lamp features a black varnished metal and steel frame, a shiny grey marble base and a plastic coated fabric lampshade, which have a matte finish outside and a shiny finish inside.
There are few floor lamps like this, and they are all white: this one, with cream and Sienna colors, has never been seen on the marketplace, therefore it is quite rare.
The peculiarity of this lamp is the movement of the external band, which is flexible, that thanks to two jointed arms can be opened or closed, creating various combination in its shape and brightness.
Its wiring is compatible with the US.
This floor lamp is vintage, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but overall it can be considered as in excellent original condition and ready to give ambiance to any room.

Measures:
Lampshade maximum diameter: 50 cm
Lampshade minimum diameter: 25 cm
Lampshade depth: 38 cm
Total height: 173 cm
Base diameter: 20 cm
Base height: 12 cm

This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



issues arising from misattribution,
European Plug (up to 250V).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less