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Toni Zuccheri was an Italian architect, painter and designer, whose work sits at the intersection of craftsmanship and experimentation. He developed a deep sensitivity to glass as both a functional and expressive medium. Throughout the 1960s, in his early twenties, Zuccheri collaborated with some of Italy’s leading manufacturers, including Venini, as well as with other iconic designers of the period, such as Geo Ponti. He pushed the limits of glass-making techniques to create objects that integrated sculptural form with atmospheric light.

This wall light reflects Zuccheri’s signature approach of texture and form. The piece is made of thick, moulded glass that appears almost fluid, its surface rippling with irregular folds and undulations. The glass diffuses light in a way that is both gentle and practical, creating a glow that shifts across the surface. When turned on, the lamp reveals subtle variations in tone and depth, recalling the organic qualities of ice or flowing water. This sculptural piece is secured by small metal screws that add an understated industrial contrast to the glass’s organic look. Despite the rather simple materials, the fixture commands presence through its tactile complexity and the play of light and shadow it produces. Zuccheri’s ability to manipulate glass beyond its rigid form gives the lamp an individual, hand-made character.

This wall light exemplifies the expressive possibilities of Italian glass design in the mid-20th century. More than a functional object, it serves as a sculpture that animates the wall with texture and reflection. It embodies Zuccheri’s belief that light could be both a material and an emotion, revealing the artistic depth that defines his contribution to postwar Italian design.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The lamp has recently been rewired and reconditioned. Minor marks, scratches, and imperfections may be present due to manufacturing inconsistencies and age of the item.

Dimensions:

14.37 in W x 4.33 in D x 14.56 in H

36.5 cm W x 11 cm D x 37 cm H

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In postwar Italy, lighting design became a vital field of experimentation, uniting art, technology, and craft. Designers like Gino Sarfatti helped define a new language that embraced precision and artistic restraint. His work replaced excessive ornament with geometry, using simple forms and refined materials to reveal how illumination could shape a space.

This pair of wall lamps manufactured at Arteluce in the 1950s, captures that sensibility with characteristic elegance. Each lamp features a subtly flared opal glass shade mounted on a brass fitting, creating a delicate dialogue between the opaque shade and the dark metal. The glass diffuses the light into a gentle, ambient glow that softens its surroundings. The combination of opal glass and brass reflects the mid-century era’s preference for these materials, but the painted metal sets this piece apart. The brass base provides a tonal contrast to the light shades, as well as safely securing the model to the wall. The proportions are meticulously balanced, allowing the curved shades to appear weightless against when looked at straight on. Though understated, every element demonstrates Sarfatti’s mastery of form and proportion, where technical precision and visual grace coexist seamlessly. The lamps embody the modern Italian pursuit of beauty, an aesthetic guided not by excess, but by the harmony between light, material, and function.

Together, the pair radiates a quiet sophistication that stays true to 1950s Italian design. Their timeless appeal lies in their simplicity and modernism’s ability to balance innovation with emotion, craftsmanship and clarity.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The lamps have recently been rewired and reconditioned. Due to the nature of the materials, the items may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration. Additional imperfections may be present on the glass due to manufacturing inconsistencies and age of the items.

Dimensions:

4.72 in W x 4.33 in D x 8.46 in H

12 cm W x 11 cm D x 21.5 cm H

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Price category: 5,000 - 7,500 usd / eur

Italian designer, Oscar Torlasco designed many beautiful lamps, the most well known being the models he designed for Lumi. Particularly active during the 1950s and 1960s, Torlasco’s lighting designs often utilized industrial chromed steel which he paired with more luxurious materials such as brass.

His eclectic designs ranged in style from industrial and Space Age to Italian Art Deco. Standing as evidence of the inventiveness and timeless style of his creations is this set of three wall lights. These lights were designed to provide a sleek and dynamic elegance that symbolized the era’s rich cultural scene in Italy and even today, they exude the same impression to the contemporary eye. It is because of the unique combination of elements that these lights stand out with a dramatic, artistic style with bold, sharp lines and abstract forms. Crafted from brass and glass - the ultimate mid-century pairing - these wall lights boast a striking aesthetic that is based on the sculptural shape along with symmetric forms. With their unique shape, this lighting set cleverly employs the characteristics of its material to create a distinctive and futuristic effect. The elongated lines and gently curved necks are even more apparent when the three pieces are arranged close to each other. In addition to their aesthetic appeal, the lights are also highly functional, providing a soft and warm light that will transform any room into a welcoming and cosy space.

The alluring sense of artistic whimsy of these sculptural pieces is unparalleled. Each piece has a sense of character and individuality, meticulously crafted by Italian manufacturer Lumi to showcase Torlasco’s genius. These impressive fixtures are sure to make great focal points for today’s homes of any style.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some small marks and beautiful patina on the brass.

Dimensions:

13.38 in W x 9.44 in D x 13.38 in H

34 cm W x 24 cm D x 34 cm H

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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur

Italian mid-20th century lighting design was infinitely captivating, featuring one-of-a-kind models crafted by renowned Italian designers such as Ettore Sottsass, Gio Ponti, Gavina and other internationally esteemed names. As these wall lamps show, their designs carried in them artistic expression, quality, and the infamous Italian style.

The allure of Italian mid-century lighting still endures, thanks to the timeless inventiveness of models such as these wall lamps. The design is individualistic, balancing the lamps on the border between art and design - if there is one at all -. With a form that recalls the Art Deco movement, these wall lamps combine a brass structure with a characteristic opal glass shade. The shades’ shape resembles that of traditional oil lamps’, with a collar and a so-called chimney. The shape is enhanced, with a more pronounced base and neck. As the light sources are placed near the base of the shades, when lit, the glass showcases its many colours with an ombre effect. Whether turned on or off, the opal shades provide great contrast to the patinated brass structures. The sleek, straight lines of the backplates and arms create interesting angles. The lines are decorated with small spheres that pop against the smooth surfaces and provide an element of whimsy. Italian mid-century designers merged culture, industry, and Italian identity, when bringing Italian lighting to the highest level of excellence. Exemplified by these lamps, they created high style avant-garde in both forms and groundbreaking technologies, making significant contribution to the story of Italian design, while bringing lighting to the highest expression of modernism.  

Italian mid-century lighting has the characteristic to be able to harmonize with many styles, both historic and contemporary. When looking for artisanal beauty, there’s one country that gets it right every time. To quote Toma Clark-Haines, “Lighting is the jewellery of the room and sets the vibe of a space. When it comes to lighting, it’s got to be Italian.”

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Small marks on the frames and some discolouration on the glass. The brass has a beautiful patina.

Dimensions:

5.9 in W x 11.41 in D x 9.84 in H

15 cm W x 29 cm D x 25 cm H

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Price category: 5,000 - 7,500 usd / eur‎

Italian mid-20th century lighting design was infinitely captivating, featuring one-of-a-kind models crafted by renowned Italian designers such as Ettore Sottsass, Gio Ponti, Gavina and other internationally esteemed names. As these wall lamps show, their designs carried in them artistic expression, quality, and the infamous Italian style.

The allure of Italian mid-century lighting still endures, thanks to the timeless inventiveness of models such as these wall lamps. The design is individualistic, balancing the lamps on the border between art and design - if there is one at all -. With a form that recalls the Art Deco movement, these wall lamps combine a brass structure with a characteristic opal glass shade. The shades’ shape resembles that of traditional oil lamps’, with a collar and a so-called chimney. The shape is enhanced, with a more pronounced base and neck. As the light sources are placed near the base of the shades, when lit, the glass showcases its many colours with an ombre effect. Whether turned on or off, the opal shades provide great contrast to the patinated brass structures. The sleek, straight lines of the backplates and arms create interesting angles. The lines are decorated with small spheres that pop against the smooth surfaces and provide an element of whimsy. Italian mid-century designers merged culture, industry, and Italian identity, when bringing Italian lighting to the highest level of excellence. Exemplified by these lamps, they created high style avant-garde in both forms and groundbreaking technologies, making significant contribution to the story of Italian design, while bringing lighting to the highest expression of modernism.  

Italian mid-century lighting has the characteristic to be able to harmonize with many styles, both historic and contemporary. When looking for artisanal beauty, there’s one country that gets it right every time. To quote Toma Clark-Haines, “Lighting is the jewellery of the room and sets the vibe of a space. When it comes to lighting, it’s got to be Italian.”

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Small marks on the frames and some discolouration on the glass. The brass has a beautiful patina.

Dimensions:

16.14 in W x 8.46 in D x 11.61 in H

41 cm W x 21.5 cm D x 29.5 cm H

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Italian lighting in the 1950s was marked by experimentation, where designers and manufacturers explored new relationships between materials, light, and architectural space. Among the key figures of this movement was Angelo Lelii, founder of Arredoluce, a company with a long tradition for innovation and refined craftsmanship. Lelii’s work is characterised by a balance between technical ingenuity and visual restraint.

Model “12670” reflects this approach, embodying the clarity and precision that defined Italian mid-century lighting while maintaining a distinctly sculptural presence. This pair of wall lamps is defined by the contrast between geometric composition and softness of light. Each fixture is composed of a vertical, rectangular shade that diffuses a warm, ambient glow. To support the glass, a horizontal element in black lacquered metal anchors the composition visually, attaching the shade to the arm fixed on the wall. This interplay between axes introduces a strong architectural quality, giving the lamps a sense of order and rhythm. The wall supports allow the illuminated forms to appear almost detached from the surface when looked at from the right angle. The design relies on contrast not only in form but also in colour: the matte, dark metal adding depth to the overall pieces. The designer’s focus on clarity and balance is evident throughout the model. Rather than relying on ornament, the visual impact is achieved through proportion, juxtaposition, and the controlled diffusion of light.

These lamps function equally well as sources of illumination and as architectural accents. Today, Angelo Lelii’s designs remain highly regarded for their ability to merge engineering with artistry, and model “12670” stands as a strong example of how mid-century Italian lighting continues to resonate in contemporary interiors.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The items have recently been reconditioned and rewired. Minor discolouration on the glass. Some marks and scratches on the metal. These lamps are compatible with an E26 / E27 (standard) fittings. All lighting can be converted for US usage.

Dimensions:

5.52 in W x 6.30 in D x 11.81 in H

14 cm W x 16 cm D x 30 cm H