Giuseppe Ostuni Model #215 'Ochetta' Metal & Brass Wall or Table Lamp for O-Luce

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Giuseppe Ostuni Model #215 'Ochetta' Metal & Brass Wall or Table Lamp for O-Luce. An extremely rare and surprisingly utilitarian … more Giuseppe Ostuni Model #215 'Ochetta' Metal & Brass Wall or Table Lamp for O-Luce. An extremely rare and surprisingly utilitarian lamp executed in brass and painted metal by one of the most refined Italian designers of the midcentury. A highly adaptable light, the legs of the lamp can be slide up or down for easy adjustability, while the shade rotates freely on Ostuni's patented ball joint system.

Literature "Giuseppe Ostuni: O-Luce," 2015; Luminaires-Moderniste; Apparecci Per Illuminazione, pp. 44-46 + A. Koch, "Modern Lighting," 1953; pp. 29-30

O-Luce was one of the most innovative lighting design companies in Italy during the midcentury era. Their exceptionally refined designs have been long sought after by discerning collectors worldwide.

Accommodates 1x 60W equivalent compact candelabra base (e12) LED bulb (LED only). Professionally rewired for US electrical with new black cloth cord and period styled US wall plug. Not UL listed.

Some age appropriate scuffs, dings, nicks, patina, and wear as largely shown and noted only for accuracy. less