OLAF VON BOHR LAMPE MODELE MEDUSA

Olaf Von BOHR, Edition Valenti 1968. A "Medusa" model table lamp with spiral body composed of white lacquered crushed metal blades of decreasing shape on a circular black lacquered metal base. A few enamel chips. We have a second, slightly smaller model (see photos above). Olaf Von Bohr is an Austrian designer born in Salzburg in 1927. After learning about the woodworking and furniture-making process at school in Munich, he moved to Milan in 1953 and worked in Gio Ponti's office. Olaf Von Bohr then established his own office in 1960, working in collaboration with Sergio Asti, Franco Albini and BBPR, among others. His coat hook, presented at Kartell in 1975, was chosen for MoMA's permanent collection. And his Isis chair, presented at Kartell, was voted Chair of the Year at the 1997 International Furniture Competition. Olaf Von Bohr is an active designer in many fields. The Medusa lamp he created in 1968 for Valenti Luce in Italy is an icon of modern design. With its sinuous, sculptural form, it is a fine example of the space design of the 1960s in Europe. This incredible Italian lamp will be a real centerpiece in any interior. It can be used as a floor or table lamp. Design period, Circa: 1968 Dim: W:36cm, D:36cm, H:64cm.