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XL mushroom table lamp by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1960s

Price:$2,271.88

$2,765.51List Price

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No words needed for this amazing space age mushroom lamp. This model “625” lamp is designed by Elio Martinelli in 1968 for Martinelli Luce. The base is made of enameled metal with three E27 sockets inside. On top is a big white acrylic shade. All parts are original, and the lamp is in perfect condition. The lamp reflects Martinelli Luce’s early, heavy use of plastics (acrylic/methacrylate) and the brand’s interest in simple geometric volumes. Two available, price is per lamp. Dimensions: 28.5"H x 21.5"D, both in good condition! Height: 50 cm Width: 50 cm Depth: 50 cm Elio Martinelli (1921–2004) Elio Martinelli was an Italian designer from Lucca, Tuscany, whose work helped define the look of postwar Italian lighting. Trained in scenic design and at the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence, he initially worked in his father’s lighting business before branching out on his own. His design approach was rooted in simplicity, geometry, and nature-inspired forms, while embracing new technologies and materials. In the 1960s he became one of the first Italian designers to experiment heavily with plastics like methacrylate and ABS resin, which allowed for futuristic shapes that metal or glass couldn’t easily achieve. Martinelli’s lamps—such as the Serpente (1965), the swiveling Cobra (1968), and the mushroom-like Model 625 (1968)—exemplify the organic yet rational aesthetic of the Space-Age era. His designs are now regarded as icons of mid-century Italian lighting, combining sculptural presence with everyday functionality. He continued designing into the early 2000s, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and experimentation. Martinelli Luce Martinelli founded Martinelli Luce in 1950 in his hometown of Lucca. The company quickly became a laboratory for bold, modern lighting design, balancing technical lighting systems with expressive domestic pieces. Through the 1960s and 1970s, Martinelli Luce established itself as a leader in the Space-Age aesthetic, thanks to Elio’s own designs and collaborations with figures such as Gae Aulenti (creator of the Pipistrello lamp, produced by Martinelli Luce), Marc Sadler, and Karim Rashid in later decades. The company’s philosophy has consistently emphasized functional simplicity, modular forms, and innovative materials. Today, Martinelli Luce still operates under the Martinelli family, producing both reissues of classics (like the Serpente and Cobra) and new designs, continuing the experimental spirit Elio established. Timeline of Key Milestones 1921 – Elio Martinelli is born in Lucca, Italy. 1950 – Foundation of Martinelli Luce. 1965 – Serpente lamp introduced; Gae Aulenti designs the Pipistrello, produced by Martinelli Luce. 1968 – Cobra and Model 625 (Fungo/Mushroom) designed by Elio Martinelli. 1970s – Expansion into technical and architectural lighting systems alongside decorative lamps. 1980s–1990s – Continued exploration of new plastics and modular lighting. Collaborations with emerging designers. 2000s – Martinelli Luce reissues classics and embraces digital lighting technology (LEDs). Elio Martinelli passes away in 2004. Present day – Martinelli Luce remains family-run, maintaining production of icons while fostering new design collaborations.

Creator:
Elio Martinelli (Designer),Martinelli Luce (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)
Power Source:
Plug-in
Voltage:
220-240v
Lampshade:
Included
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Acrylic,Aluminum,Enamel
Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
1960-1969
Date of Manufacture:
1960
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. The lamp looks very good.
Seller Location:
Zevenaar, NL
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU9519246567382

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