Desk Lamp by Oscar Torlasco for Lumi, 1950s

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Known for its lamps that spread a soft light through optical glass lenses, the Roman designer Oscar Torlasco (1934 - … Read more Known for its lamps that spread a soft light through optical glass lenses, the Roman designer Oscar Torlasco (1934 - 2004) is established in the 1950s and 60s by drawing for various Italian companies specialized in lighting, such as Esperia, Stilux, Stilkronen. His most recognizable creations, such as the industrial -style lamps made of brass and lacquered metal with a beam of adjustable light, are produced by the Milanese company Lumi (with which some big names of Made in Italy have collaborated, from Gio Ponti to Nanda Vigo ), while the Greek lighting appliances factory factory. For Torlasco the Genoa 4053 street lamp, with which he won the golden compass in '59, creates for Torlasco. The metal, a common denominator of its pieces, is used by Torlasco also for clearly more eclectic lamps and chandeliers, generally combined with marble, Murano glass and crystal.

The peculiarity of this design lamp is to be able to guide the lacquered metal lampshade.
Inside you can mount up to 3 bulbs. The switch and electrical outlets are original and have not undergone any changes during his life.
This piece is designed in the style of the selected designer and/or manufacturer,
European Plug (up to 250V).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less