Table lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1960s

About the item
This special table lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega combines a grey glass base with a glossy chrome rim and three Murano glass spheres. The rounded volumes give the lamp an elegant, sculptural presence, both when lit and when standing in the room as an object.

About design and history
The lamp dates from the 1960s, a period in which Italian design experimented extensively with glass, light, and new sculptural forms. The three glass spheres create a soft interplay of light and reflection, while the understated grey and chrome give the design a refined, almost futuristic appearance.

About the designer and maker
Carlo Nason , born in Murano into a family of glassmakers, grew into a major name in Italian glass design. For Mazzega , he designed various lighting objects in which traditional Murano craftsmanship was combined with a modern, experimental design language.

About fitness
The lamp is in very good vintage condition . Both the glass elements and the metal finish have been beautifully preserved and allow the design to come fully into its own.