Tizio desk lamp by Richard Sapper for Artemide 1980s

Tizio desk lamp by Richard Sapper for Artemide 1980s. Italy, made of metal and resin. The Tizio desk lamp from Artemide, an icon of Italian design, is recognisable by its very graphic articulated arm. It features a lacquered metal structure with a counterweight: the lamp is easily adjustable and remains stable in all positions. Directed lighting, ideal for a desk, with a minimalist silhouette that transcends time. Cylindrical base and taut lines, typical of the elegant high-tech vocabulary of the 1970s–80s. A piece that is both functional and decorative, sought after by design enthusiasts. Richard Sapper (1932–2015) was a major German-Italian designer, known for his ingenious and streamlined objects. With the Tizio (created in the early 1970s), he revolutionised the desk lamp with a precise balancing system and a very modern aesthetic. His work has left a mark on industrial design through the combination of technology and elegance, particularly through collaborations with major brands.