Rare Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Table Lamp with Dual Light Spots

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce, table lamp, stainless steel, coated aluminum, chromium aluminum, plexiglass, Italy, circa 1962

This refined lighting object is designed by Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce in Italy around 1962. Lelii's designs were widely acclaimed and have been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world. He is considered to be an important figure in the history of Italian design and is remembered for his contributions to the field of lighting design. Arredoluce was a pioneering company in the world of Italian lighting design during the 1950s and 1960s. Founded by Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce was based in Monza and known for its skilled craftsmen who could bring the most cutting-edge lighting designs to life, of which this table lamp is a premium example. The design stands as a paragon of unconventional form, material interplay, and masterful craftsmanship, epitomizing Lelii's refined aesthetic within the sphere of lighting design. The piece features a round, contoured lampshade with a hollow interior, elegantly perched atop a torch-shaped stem. The column culminates in a rotatable globe that houses the light bulb, creating a dynamic focal point. At the center of the stem, an additional light source is thoughtfully integrated, enhancing the functionality of the piece. The striking red hue infuses the design with a vibrant energy, adding a bold contrast. The dimmer, encased in a sleek stainless steel cube, offers a striking juxtaposition to the more gentle, rounded forms that dominate the composition. The lamp casts a beautiful light on the surroundings, reminiscent of sun rays. Defined by its substantial size, this monumental piece is designed to make a statement, whether placed on a sideboard or utilized as a central decorative element in the hallway.

Paolo Angelo Lelii (1911-1979) was born in Ancona, Italy. After his studies at the Superior Institute of Industrial Art, Milan, he lived and worked in Monza. From 1943, Lelii started manufacturing lamps in his own house and in 1946 he advertised his well-known 'Tris' lamp in Domus magazine. It was in 1947 that he founded Arredoluce in Monza, a premier manufacturer of furniture and lighting. In the same year, he exhibited the lamp 12128 at the VII Triennale di Milano, which became known as the Triennale floor lamp. He became an influential designer in Postwar Italy, especially in the field of modern lighting design. During the 1950s, Arredoluce started to collaborate with designers such as Franco Albini, Achille Castiglioni, Gio Ponti, and Ettore Sottsass and began to experiment with halogen light bulbs for his designs, which lead to the recognizable Arredoluce switch. Thanks to Angelo Lelii’s unique approach to design, Arredoluce quickly built a reputation for creating premium quality products based on clean, simple, and functional designs.

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