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1950s Giuseppe Ostuni 'Vipere' Table Lamp for O-Luce

Creator: Giuseppe Ostuni -O-Luce
Offered by: Two Enlighten Los Angeles, LLC

Description
1950s Giuseppe Ostuni 'Vipere' table lamp for O-Luce. An extremely rare and surprisingly utilitarian table lamp executed in white painted aluminum and brass by one of the most refined Italian designers of the midcentury. A highly adaptable light, the shade rotates freely on Ostuni's patented ball joint system.

Literature "Giuseppe Ostuni: O-Luce," 2015; Luminaires-Moderniste; Apparecci Per Illuminazione, pp. 56-57 + "O-Luce di Giuseppe Ostuni, Vol. II" by Thomas Braeuniger, Lumi Press 2021, p. 178

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 collectors worldwide.

Professionally modified for US electrical with new US candelabra base socket, cord and period styled US wall plug. Accommodates a single 60W equivalent LED bulb (lower with incandescent). Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee. Some age appropriate scuffs, dings, nicks, bends and wear as largely shown and noted only for accuracy.

More Information

Documentation:	Ample Provenance
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Brass, Aluminum, Metal, Painted
Condition:	Good. : GoodRewired: Rewired for US electrical with black cord & plug. Wear consistent with age and use. See description for details.
Creation Date:	circa 1950s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	V3226
Incollect Reference #:	622949

Dimensions

W.	5 in;	H.	9 in;	D.	6 in;
W.	12.7 cm;	H.	22.86 cm;	D.	15.24 cm;

Message from Seller:

Two Enlighten specializes in mid-century vintage + modern lighting, furniture, and décor. We ship worldwide and have a showroom open by appointment only in Glendale, California. Let us know if you're looking for anything or want to drop by and see something. Contact us: 310.592.0464

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