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Lumi Milano Italy Floor Lamp Attributed To Oscar Torlasco In Year 60s
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Historical Dossier & Critical Catalogue System Monumental Avant-Garde Multi-Stem Floor Lamp (c. 1970)Manifattura / Atelier: LUMI Milano (Milan, Italy)Design Attribution: Oscar Torlasco (Milan, 1934 – 2004)Period: High Space Age / Italian Radical DesignClassification: Sculptural Multi-Light Radial Floor Lamp / Kinetic Light InstallationCondition Report: Superb, untouched philological state. Features the rare and fully functional original integrated floor-switch, sealed with its period anti-slip rubber cap displaying concentric circles geometry. Original wiring architecture and native surface patina.I. Curatorial & Material AnalysisThis majestic floor lamp stands as a prime example of the sophisticated, high-end Milanese lighting avant-garde of the late 1960s and early 1970s. Operating at the intersection of Space Age optimism and Brutalist materiality, the piece rejects the industrialized, mass-produced plastic language of its contemporaries, opting instead for a rigorous, artisanal execution that elevates the object to a true kinetic light sculpture.The Tactile Base: The structural anchor of the lamp consists of a heavy, hemispherical cast-iron dome base (ghisa grezza). Left with its rich, micro-porous, and matte tactile texture, the base provides a deliberate, brutalist visual weight. This raw foundation acts as an aesthetic foil to the weightless dynamism of the upper structure.The Radial Canopy: Stemming directly from the central cast-iron core, a spectacular cluster of slender, flexible tubular stems in mirror-polished chrome steel erupts upward and outward in a dramatic reed-like or floral arrangement. Unlike rigid mid-century fixtures, this kinetic composition dynamically interacts with the architectural space.The Geometric Diffusers: The stems terminate in elegant, cylindrical, chalice-shaped reflectors (boccioli) in finely turned metal. These custom-engineered shades feature clean geometric cuts specifically patented and developed by Torlasco to direct sharp, ambient light beams.II. The Mechanical Proof of AuthenticityA paramount element for international collectors is the flawless preservation of the integrated floor-switch mechanism. Built directly into the cast-iron dome rather than left loose along the cord, it features its original, native black rubber protective cap with concentric circular ridges.This component was engineered for specific criteria:Technical Isolation: Sealing the inner mechanical step-switch from floor moisture and dust.Tactile Ergonomics: Providing an anti-slip texture for effortless use.The fact that this rubber component remains perfectly intact, pliant, and structurally uncompromised after over fifty years serves as the definitive mechanical signature of the LUMI Milano workshop, certifying that the piece has escaped the invasive, destructive rewiring common in the vintage market.III. Provenance & Market ClassificationWhile commercial auction houses often generically catalog this specific multi-stem topology under unverified attributions (such as Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce or Goffredo Reggiani), thorough archival and stylistic analysis firmly anchors this specific structural model, hardware integration, and material contrast to the historical collaboration between Oscar Torlasco and Lumi Milano.LUMI operated as an exclusive, limited-run luxury atelier rather than a high-volume factory, making complex multi-stem pieces exceptionally rare. This floor lamp bypasses ordinary mid-century design trends, positioning itself as a highly sought-after, blue-chip investment piece tailored for elite international private collections and premium interior design projects.
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ConditionGoodColorsSilverMaterialIron, MetalNumber of items1Height180 cmWidth60 cmDepth60 cm
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Private sellerbiella, ItalyOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 1 sale