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. Bulbs available separately, please inquire for details. 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.
1950s Giuseppe Ostuni 'Vipere' Table Lamp for O-Luce
Additional Info
CREATOR: Oluce (Manufacturer), Giuseppe Ostuni (Designer), O-Luce (Manufacturer)
DIMENSIONS: Height: 9 in (22.86 cm), Width: 5 in (12.7 cm), Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
STYLE: Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Brass, Metal, Painted
PLACE OF ORIGIN: Italy
PERIOD: 1950-1959
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: circa 1950s
CONDITION: Rewired: Rewired for US electrical with black cord & plug. Wear consistent with age and use. See description for details.
