Angelo Lelii “Polifemo” Floor Lamp for Arredoluce, 1956
Description
Angelo Lelii “Polifemo” floor lamp for Arredoluce, iron, brass, glass and marble, Italy, 1956.
The “Polifemo” floor lamp, designed by Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce in 1956, is a notable and rare object d’art from the mid-20th century Italian design representative of the post-war Italian modernist movement. Angelo Lelli was a pioneering designer, especially known for his innovative use of materials and mechanical functionalities in lighting design. This exceptional floor lamp, crafted by Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce in the 1950s, is named Polifemo, model 12555. Its construction features black lacquered iron, brass, and methacrylate with a lens-like eye.
“The Eye” serves as a striking focal point inspired by the myth of Polyphemus. The lamp’s majestic presence is marked by its towering structure, crowned with a conical ceiling light reminiscent of the wine cup used by Ulysses to intoxicate Polyphemus for his escape.
It incorporates a dynamic brass eye that rotates, featuring apertures that mimic eyelashes illuminated by the central light along the brass semi-sphere; this is paired with a cornea-shaped methacrylate diffuser that simulates the appearance of glass, enhancing the lamp’s overall dramatic and thematic presence. The lamp’s functionality can be managed individually through two distinct buttons, allowing for precise control of its unique features.
Dimensions
Height: 78.74 in. (200 cm)
Diameter: 11.81 in. (30 cm)
Design
1950s
Manufacture
1950-1959
Material
Iron, brass, glass, marble
Condition
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