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Lettera 22 Typwriter with Original Box by M. Nizzoli for Olivetti, Italy, 1950s

Name: Lettera 22 Typwriter with Original Box by M. Nizzoli for Olivetti, Italy, 1950s
Price: 723 USD
Availability: InStock

$723

Antiquariando di Giovanni De Santis

Milan, IT

Condition Notes: Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. less

Description: The Letter 22 is a popular portable mechanical typewriter made by the Olivetti company. It was one of the most … more The Letter 22 is a popular portable mechanical typewriter made by the Olivetti company. It was one of the most successful Olivetti products in the 1950s[1] and received awards both in Italy and abroad, and is also displayed in the permanent design collection at the Museum of Modern Art, New York Designed in 1950 by architect and designer Marcello Nizzoli, who presented a painting at the I Quadriennale Romana in 1931; he produced an advertisement for Olivetti with Persico, thus beginning his association with the Ivrea-based company. The specimen offered, comes with the original box that serves as a carrying case and briefcase and the instruction booklet. 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 less

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