Olivetti "Valentine" typewriter by Ettore Sottsass 1960

A true emotional object, the red portative "valentine" by ettore sottsass and perry king, designers integrated into the italian company olivetti, is prized by the generation of pop culture. Playful and efficient, this compact device fits in a box with a handle that makes it transportable. With its design, valentine symbolizes the casual attitude of the 1960s, while taking advantage of the innovative qualities of plastic that then invades everyday objects. Released in 1969 on valentine's day - hence its name and red color, will become an emblematic design object of the 1960s and 1970s. Its bright colour responded to the tangy colours of furniture and clothing, while exploiting the new possibilities of moulding and deformation allowed by this lightweight material. Design and vintage object in beaubourg and the museum of modern art in new york. Good functional and cosmetic condition, in accordance with the photos. All the keys work. The ink ribbon has just been changed. Made in barcelona, spain. Ultra-careful packaging, custom-reinforced cardboard.