MARTINELLI Elio (1921-2004) - Editions MARTINELLI LUCE Table lamp "Serpente" model 599 in chromed metal. Circular base and adjustable tubular arm in chromed metal, with semi-spherical shade in white opaline methacrylate. Signed under the base. Model created in 1965 (Some wear, original electrification modified). Height : 48 cm : 48 cm x Diam. : 43 cm Bibliography: - Giuliana Gramica and Paola Biondi, "Il Design in Italia dell'arredamento domestico", Turin, 1999, page 307. Charlotte and Peter Fiell, "1000 Lights - 1960 to present", Editions Taschen, Cologne, 2005, page 87.

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