Mid-Century Space Age Model KD6 Pendant Lamp by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglion for Kartell, 1960s

Description

Large pendant light from the Italian manufacturer Cartel after a design of Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni from 1959. Here … more Large pendant light from the Italian manufacturer Cartel after a design of Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni from 1959. Here in a very rare version with a yellow umbrella.

The lamp is formally made up of two parts, the frame element made of metal and the umbrella elements made of translucent plastic (methacrylate). This material combination is particularly special here. The classic material of the nickel -plated steel and the then state -of -the -art methacrylate. A contrast in color and materiality. The metal as an actually load -bearing element only looks out of the lamp at the top. The shade parts are loose. The lamp is surrounded by two white diffuser hoods, which are located like a shining ball within the large umbrella. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
designer records,
or other literature sources and 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. less