Pair of 'Valigia' Table Lamps, 1977

Painted metal.

Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Stilnovo, Italy.

Dimensions:

33.5 W x 23.5 D x 37 H cm / 13.2 W x 9.2 D x 37 in Each

Designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1977 and manufactured by Stilnovo, the ‘Valigia’ table lamps can be picked up and carried to their next spot. They represent a symbolic invitation to travel, which is hopeful for a time when we can once again globe-trot.

Ironic and informal, the Stilnovo ‘Valigia’ by Ettore Sottsass was conceived to be taken anywhere, for any use, and for any setting. From its four rounded feet, two bearing arches in red piping rise up and wrap around the top of a moulded metal vault. These arches are connected to the vault which contains the light inside. It appears as a monumental architecture piece without precise confines. A small arched handle then sits atop, ready to be picked up single-handedly and moved on a whim.