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Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni Cocoon Hanging Lamp
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ProfessionalRidderkerk, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since May 2021 • 142 sales
Product description
This special Cocoon pendant lamp, attributed to Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, is an iconic example of experimental Italian design from the 1960s. The design consists of a lightweight metal structure encased in a refined layer of cocoon resin. This material ensures a soft, diffuse light distribution and gives the lamp an organic, almost sculptural appearance. The combination of technical construction and fragile, cloud-like form makes this design timeless and full of character. The Cocoon technique, widely used by progressive Italian designers in the 1960s, creates an airy and modern effect in which the light source is subtly filtered. This results in warm and atmospheric lighting that fits perfectly within both modern and vintage interiors. This lamp is attributed to Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, two of the most influential designers in Italian design history, known for their innovative and functional approach to lighting and object design. The lamp is in good vintage condition with light signs consistent with its age, which enhances its authentic character.
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ConditionGoodColorsBeigeMaterialOtherNumber of items1Height32 cmWidth55 cmDepth55 cmSigns of usageStains, Discoloring
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ProfessionalRidderkerk, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since May 2021 • 142 sales