The Pistillino is an iconic wall and table lamp, designed around 1969 by the avant-garde Studio Tetrarch and produced by Valenti Luce in Milan. The design is inspired by the pistil of a flower, a central light source from which dozens of chrome-plated filaments fan out, like stamens in full bloom. Made of chrome-plated ABS plastic, the lamp creates a brilliant light effect as soon as it is switched on. It can be mounted on the wall, ceiling, or placed freely on a table, and remains a sculptural object even when switched off. Original examples are marked with “Valente C. Milano Mod. Pistillino Dep. Design Studio Tetrarch”. The Pistillino is a beloved collector's item within space age and mid-century design and is appreciated for its playful, futuristic aesthetic. This is an older version (see image of light switch)
Dimensions: H 15.5cm, diameter 33cm (896g)
Slight signs of use commensurate with age (including some chrome loss on a few knobs, see images 7, 8, 9), but it still shines beautifully!
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsSilverMaterialPlasticNumber of items1Height15 cmWidth33 cmDepth33 cmSigns of usageDiscoloring