Serpente Floor Lamp Model 2131 attributed to Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, Italy, 1965

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This iconic lamp is an excellent example of lighting design which is influenced by nature and is an outstanding design … Read more This iconic lamp is an excellent example of lighting design which is influenced by nature and is an outstanding design of the 20th century. Designed by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, Italy in 1965. It's named Serpente, that was Elio's inspiration. The swivel arm uncoils from the central base to rise up and support the domed shade that provided diffused illumination. It casts beautiful, diffused light from its swiveling upper arm with white opal methacrylate diffuser and there is a metal lacquered structure which is orange. Creating objects for everyone, capable of resisting fashion. Form and function, essentiality, research, nature and geometry. The ability of the sinuous geometric shapes of this lamp to evoke harmony and elegance defines its beauty, indulgent shapes that captivate the eye and pique the sense of aesthetics. As this item comes from the sixties it has some signs of use consistent with its age. The shade is in a very good condition. 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,
Up to 250V (Europe/UK Standard).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less