Mid-Century Modern Furniture & Design
Timed Online Auction, 4 September - 1 October 2025
Furniture, lighting and rugs
Lot Estimate
ZAR 8 500 - 9 500
Current Bid
Starting at ZAR 8 500
Location
Cape Town
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About this Item
Italy 1947-
'Polifemo' floor lamp by Carlo Forcolini, for Artemide, Italy
the black metal tubular stand and base with ivory pivoting circular shade
c.1980-1990
adhesive manufacturer's label on base
height: 201cm; width: 53cm; depth: 30cm
Notes
Carlo Forcolini is an Italian designer associated with the Memphis-Milano movement. He designed furniture, lighting and objects that mixed functionality with theatrical flair.
This lamp was inspired by Polifemo, an opera about the mythical cyclops Polyphemus. The white ‘cyclops eye’ on top can be tilted to have different reflections and shade effects.
The light is screened and directed by the circular lampshade according to its inclination.
* Strauss & Co does not guarantee electrical fittings
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