Rare pair of 1960s Emma Gismondi 'Chi' table lamps for Artemide. This uniquely elegant table lamp is produced in nickeled brass with hand blown opaline glass shade. An highly refined and iconic midcentury design that is quintessentially Italian. Unmarked.
Literature ref. Charlotte & Peter Feill "1000 Lights, 1960-Present," Taschen, 2005 p. 48.
Price is for the pair.
Each lamp accommodates 2x 60W equivalent standard candelabra base (e12) LED bulbs (LED only). Professionally rewired for US electrical with new double-twist black cloth cord and period-style US wall plug. Switch on the cable. Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee. Contact us to facilitate.
Some age appropriate scuffs, dings, nicks, patina, and wear as largely shown and noted only for accuracy. Please note only one representative example appears in the photos, but both lamps in comparable good condition and present well as a pair. More images available upon request.
Rare Pair of 1960s Emma Gismondi 'Chi' Table Lamps for Artemide
Additional Info
CREATOR: Emma Gismondi Schweinberger (Designer), Artemide (Maker)
DIMENSIONS: Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm), Diameter: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
STYLE: Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Glass, Metal, Opaline Glass
PLACE OF ORIGIN: Italy
PERIOD: 1960-1969
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: circa 1960s
CONDITION: Good. Rewired. Wear consistent with age and use. See listing description for more details.
