Achille (1918-2002) and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni (1927-1987) Viscontea

Achille (1918-2002) and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni (1927-1987)
Viscontea
Suspension
Lacquered metal and resin
Edited by Flos
Model created circa 1960
H 83 × Ø 65 cm
Note: This lamp is the result of experimenting with a new materiel meant to protect vehcles transported by military ships from sea salt: a foam which solidifies and forms a film after being vaporized with compressed air.
Bibliography: G. Gramigna, "Repertorio del design italiano, 1950/2000 per l'arredamento domestico, Vol. 1 1950/1979", Ed. Umberto Allemandi & C., Turin, 2003, similar model p. 84