Ettore sottsas callimaco floor lamp by artemide at 1stdibs. Led floor lamp callimaco by artemide design ettore sottsass jr. This is a floor standing luminaire for indirect halogen lighting. His body of work included furniture, jewellery, glass, lighting, home objects and office machine design, as well as many buildings and interiors. The base and the diffuser of artemide callimaco are made of steel, the handle of polished chrome metal and the stem of aluminium. Ettore sottsass was an important, innovative and influential italian architect, designer and founding member of the 1980s postmodernist memphis group. Ettore sottsass haloclick 2 table lamp for philips, 1988. They had been listening to bob dylan records, and the groups cheeky name is in part a reference to his song, stuck inside of mobile with the memphis blues again, as well as the ancient capital of egypt and the modern city in tennessee.
Ettore sottsass was an italian architect and designer who helped found the memphis group, a postmodern design collective that produced unconventional furniture. A powerful geometric statement piece that contrasts colour and industrial detailing. A personal diary with writings, illustrations and photographs by ettore sottsass offering a glimpse and an overview of his lengthy and prosperous career. He studied architecture at the polytechnic of turin, graduating in 1939. Its your last chance to see one of the most important, and relevant, design exhibitions this year. Reimagined by artemide, the callimaco has been updated to include the latest energy efficient led technology and a touch dimmer. The acme house in maui by ettore sottsass design milk. We have pioneered whole fields of collecting and transformed the market for modern design. Wherever he went, ettore sottsass carried a camera to photograph anything that caught his eye. Born in austria in 1917 to an austrian mother and italian father, sottsass spent his youth in fashionable milan.
Callimaco memphis ettore sottsass 1980s design modern artemide uplighter floor lamp the callimaco floor lamp was designed by ettore sottsass for artemide in italy. Memorable designs from this period included the carlton 1981 and cargo 1979 bookcases, and the tatar table 1985. The callimaco floor lamp is an iconic memphis design classic by ettore sottsass. Founded by italian architect and designer ettore sottsass, the memphis group put forward a visionary new approach to design, that rebelled against the rules of functionalism, defining the 80s with its radical combinations of shapes, materials, and patterns. Oct 03, 2017 the met breuers exhibition on ettore sottsass closes this sunday. Ettore sottsass jr 19172007 was born in innsbruck and spent his childhood in the trentino region northen italy. This volume documents the entire period of his glass oeuvre, from the series he designed in the 1970s for vistosi to the memphis collections of the 1980s, the symbolic forms of the 1990s, the stunning constructions for the millennium house in qatar, and the famous kachinas. Ettore sottsass 14 september 1917 31 december 2007 was an italian architect and designer during the 20th century. Original callimaco floorlamp from the eighties designed by ettore sottsass in the mephis periode produced by artemide italy. What you need to know about design icon ettore sottsass. Artemide callimaco led floor lamp, designed by ettore sottsass. Ettore sottsass, 19172008 designer and ardent design philosopher, worked throughout his career to shake the static ways in which people thought about design and to try to create a body of work outside of what he thought were hierarchic bureaucratic structures of industry. Vintage floorlamp callimaco by ettore sottsass for. Ettore sottsass for artemide, callimaco floor lamp, italy, design 1982, production later.
In 1988, together with barbara radice, christoph radl, anna wagner and santi caleca, he created terrazzo, the design and architecture magazine. Abstract and minimalist, this design classic is characterised by a mix of painted hues to distinguish its components and uncomplicated elements. Vintage callimaco floor lamp by ettore sottsass for artemide, 1982. It too has been reimagined with retrolike features such as a led lighting and a touch dimmer. Ettore sottsass is one of the leading members of the memphis group founded in 1981 with barbara radice as public relationsart director. Artemide callimaco is a multicoloured uplighter, a simple design, stylish in every interior. Base and diffuser in painted steel, stem in painted aluminium, handle in polished chrome metal. Born in innsbruck, ettore sottsass is known around the world as one of the initiators of the revolution in architecture and design which led away from rigid functionalism. Find an indepth biography, exhibitions, original artworks for sale, the latest news, and sold auction prices. Ettore sottsasss candycolored utopian design the met breuers exhibition makes the case that it wasnt just an aesthetic sottsass unleashed on the world, but a particular way of. The callimaco is a powerful statement piece that gives a strong presence through its industrial feel and play on color contrasting. Our dedication to design drives what we do and who we are. Best known as the founder of the early 1980s memphis collective, he also designed iconic electronic products for olivetti, as well as beautiful glass and ceramics.
As a member of the italian army, sottsass spent most of world war ii in a yugoslavian concentration camp. Designed by ettore sottass, this floor lamp offers indirect halogen lighting and features an aluminum body with a. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. In 1939 he graduated in architecture at the politecnico di torino one of the most influential and important figures of the last century, architect and designer, he has participated in all radical movements whether created from the 70s and 80s. Callimaco uplighter floor lamp by ettore sottsass for. A silhouette is wellknown by discerning design enthusiasts, ettore sottsass horn of light has the illusion of an oversized musical instrument. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. The founder of a half dozen design collectivesincluding giuseppe pagano, memphis group and sottsass associati sottsass became known for his asymmetric forms and, perhaps most of all, his flamboyant use of color, often in bold, clashing combinations. Gerold miller, melissa kretschmer ed ettore sottsass galleria giacomo guidi, roma 2014 duration.
Designed by ettore sottsass in 1982 and reissued in 2010. Aug 24, 2017 ettore sottsasss candycolored utopian design the met breuers exhibition makes the case that it wasnt just an aesthetic sottsass unleashed on the world, but a particular way of. Your personal details will not be shared with those companies we send the emails and you can unsubscribe at any time. Vintage totemic carlton bookcase by ettore sottsass for memphis milano, 1981. The callimaco is designed by ettore sottsass, a grandee of late 20th century italian design best known as the founder of the early 1980s memphis collective. Artemide callimaco led floor lamp utility design uk. Ettore sottsass italian industrial designer britannica. Wright is the premier auction house specializing in modern and contemporary design. The founder of a half dozen design collectivesincluding giuseppe pagano, memphis group and sottsass associatisottsass became known for his asymmetric forms and, perhaps most of all, his flamboyant use of color, often in bold, clashing combinations. Having turned his hand to most disciplines in design, including furniture, jewellery and glassware, as well as to many designs for buildings and interiors, sottsass is perhaps best known for his iconic olivetti typewriters and his work with memphis, the experimental group of designers he founded in 1980. Callimaco designed by ettore sottsass twentytwentyone. Ettore sottsass and the poetry of things design phaidon store. Best known as the founder of the early 1980s memphis collective, he also designed iconic products for olivetti, as well as beautiful glass and ceramics. Ettore sottsass, who worked with knoll on three collections between 1983 and 1988, wanted to be everything that modernism wasnt.
Catalogue for decorative furniture in modern style 19781980 sottsass, ettore artists books. Oct 21, 2019 please keep me up to date with special offers and news just by email from carefully selected companies. Get inspired by the 5 legends of italian furniture and interior design. Base and diffuser in painted steel, stem in painted aluminium, handle in polished chrome metal plate. On finally being released, he returned to italy in 1947 and began working in milan. Beginning with a brief overview on the long and varied career of maestro ettore sottsass, this book offers welcome documentation of the graphic, product, and architectural designs of sottsass associati. The volume constitutes a sort of intimate diary and reflection through images by one of the greatest designers of our time, with evocative photographs taken by the author himself. Artemide, callimachus led, ettore sottsass, 1982 ebay. This iconic floor lamp from ettore sottsass, was originally designed in 1982, and is being reintroduced on the us market in 2010. Sep 09, 2016 esprit was known not only for their athleticinspired clothes and iconic logo, but also for their distinctive store designs. Bursting with bright colors, bold patterns, and layered textures, these immersive environments were the work of italian architect ettore sottsass, a frequent esprit collaborator and founder of the memphis design group. This iconic floor lamp from ettore sottsass, originally designed in 1982, is being reintroduced on the us market in 2010.
Discover our outdoor category and the glamorous chairs collection by ettore sottsass on made in design. The lamp holds the classic aesthetics of sottsass, such as the use of geometric figures in an original, abstract order. He graduated in architecture at the turin polytechnic in 1939. Design heroes ettore sottsass this book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. Jul 17, 2017 in december 1980, memphis was born when a group of designers got together in sottsasss small milan apartment. Ettore sottsass, callimaco floor lamp ettore sottsass 19172007. Born in innsbruck, austria in 1917, architectdesigner ettore sottsass grew up in milan.
The callimaco floor lamp, designed by ettore sottsass for artemide, was originally released in 1982. Callimaco was designed by ettore sottsass for artemide on 1982 and thanks to design addicted became a true icon of 80s. Diffuser in steel with painted polished red finish. Jul 31, 2017 inaugurated in july at the met breuer in new york, the exhibition ettore sottsass. Ettore sottsass, artemio pair of callimaco floor lamps. Usually ships in 24 weeks design ettore sottsass, 1982 aluminum, steel made in italy by artemide originally designed in 1982, artemide has recently reintroduced the iconic callimaco floor lamp. Discover and buy contemporary furniture and lighting by designer ettore sottsass at viaduct. Designer ettore sottsass the colors represented in the 3d model above do not exactly match the real colors of the product. Body in aluminum with painted polished yellow finish, diffuser. Memphis was a reaction against the slick, black humorless design of the 1970s. Ettore sottsass callimaco lamp base and diffuser in painted steel, stem in painted aluminium, handle in polished chrome metal plate. The godfather of contemporary italian design, ettore sottsass believed products should be as sensual as functional. A new edition of the acclaimed monograph on the legendary designer, published to coincide with the centenary of his birth. After the war, he returned to milan and opened his first studio in 1947.
Get inspired by the 5 legends of italian furniture and. With its tendency to imbue its creations with whimsical historical references, this group was the epitome of postmodern design. When he died in 2007 at the age of 90, the architect and designer ettore sottsass left a remarkable legacy. Sottsass designed it for memphis, mixing primary geometric shapes the base. An architect, industrial designer, philosopher and provocateur, ettore sottsass led a revolution in the aesthetics and technology of modern design in the late 20th century. Design radical, opening july 21, will reevaluate sottsasss career in a presentation of his key works in a range of mediaincluding architectural drawings, interiors, furniture, machines, ceramics, glass, jewelry, textiles and pattern, painting, and photography. Ettore sottsass 19172007 was a grandee of late 20th century italian design. Since 2000 we have sold nearly 40,000 lots across the spectrum of 20th and 21st century design. Sep 10, 2012 ettore sottsass started and ran a wildly popular design consulting firm called sottsass associati in 1980.
Dec 11, 2015 ettore sottsass was a pivotal figure of the late 20th century italian design scene. The callimaco led floor lamp, designed by ettore sottsass for artemide, was originally released in 1982 and later again in 2010. Originally an architect, sottsass became a consulting designer for typewriter manufacturer olivetti. Ettore sottsass was proficient in many different fields of artistry, from sculpture, architecture, ceramics and glass works to painting and drawing. Drawing inspiration from such movements as art deco and pop art, memphis produced and exhibited.
Vintage totemic carlton bookcase by ettore sottsass for. Callimaco uplighter floor lamp by ettore sottsass for artemide, 1980s report this item lighting floor lamps callimaco uplighter floor lamp by ettore sottsass for artemide, 1980s. Ettore sottsass is one of the most significant designers and architects of the late 20th century, his bold and colorful, post modern aesthetic enlivening objects, furniture and interiors and influencing design around the world. This was followed by the setting up of the ettore sottsass associati firm, which included aldo cibic, matteo thun, marco zanini and marco marabelli. Features designed by ettore sottsass made in italy handle in polished chrome touch dimmer incorporated in body base in steel with painted polished grey finish ul listed.
Iconic floor lamp from ettore sottsass originally designed in 1982. A great and influential master of italian design, the energy of his language and the vitality of his color and line contrast sharply with any intellectualism and rigidity. Indirect light emission uplight, with dimmer on the stem. Design radical, curated by christian larsen, borrows the word radical from 1960s and 1970s avantgarde art the radical architects and expands the meaning to include the italian designers entire practice. Trained as an architect, sottsass was a founding member of memphis design, a reaction against monotone formalism towards color and geometrical experimentation. An italian architect and designer known for his large oeuvre including furniture, jewelry, glass, lighting, and office design, ettore sottsass was also the founder in the early 1980s of the memphis group. Artemide callimaco is a floor lamp for indirect lighting, designed by ettore sottsass. Take a glimpse inside the archive of the founder of the memphis group and designer of the olivetti valentine typewriter in ettore sottsass, a lavishly illustrated.
The incredible life story of one of the 20th centurys most important designers, who knew everyone from hemingway to picasso. He is famous for his spiritual and sensorial approach of architecture and design. Callimaco floor inspiration, materials and technologies. The brilliant architect and designer ettore sottsass made glass from 1947 until the end of his career. Callimaco floor light by ettore sottsass for artemide. Sottsass was a radical, someone who broke all the rules and offered alternatives. Ettore sottsass latitude nord mobilier moderne montreal. Decal manufacturers label to underside artemide callimaco ettore sottsass jr made in italy. Ettore sottsass designed the callimaco designer lamps. Ettore sottsass marco zanini matteo thun martine bedin javier mariscal nathalie du pasquier aldo cibic andrea branzi. Callimaco memphis ettore sottsass 1980s design modern. One of the most significant counterforces to modernism in design history, ettore sottsass made monumental artistic contributions to every decade of his working life since starting his practice in the late 1940s. Callimaco floor lamp with dimmer made by ettore sottsass 1982 for artemide. Ettore sottsass callimaco floor lamp for artemide, 1982.
Though mainly for architecture, sottsass associati rocked a great many things, including designing stores and showrooms for esprit, identities for alessi, exhibitions, interiors, consumer electronics and of course, furniture. Hailing from the early days of memphis design, italian architect and designer ettore sottsass set out to capture the essence of a vintage luminator and column with callimaco. Callimaco is amongst the most original of artemide s designs, unique in its own quest. See more ideas about memphis design, memphis milano and design. Oct 19, 2011 when this started with ettore in 1989, we corresponded via letters and faxes as there was no email or the internet. The homes furnishings are a combination of pieces designed by sottsass and traditional hawaiian koa furniture, as well as coffee and dining tables that adrian had designed. Sottsass primarily was known for his furniture and lighting, but also designed numerous other objects, including vases, office equipment, and consumer electronics. He trained in turin during the 1930s, following the footsteps of his father, architect ettore sottsass senior 18921954. Body in aluminium with painted polished yellow finish. Pops of color and a whimsical approach to scale highlight key memphis group ideas, refined and revised over the next decade.
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