Italy, 1930s
Lacquered metal, satin glass
M. D'Alessandro, L. Falconi (a cura di), Luci e trasparenze, Fontana Arte
Manufactured by Fontana Arte, the Bilia table lamp was based on a 1931 prototype, completed at the end of the decade. With its simple yet captivating form, it stands as a timeless icon. A multidisciplinary talent, Gio Ponti investigated art, architecture and design through continuous research into shapes, materials and the essence of reality. Ponti believed that design transcended mere functionality, seeking to harmonize form, creativity, beauty and efficiency.
Base Diam 12 x H 25.5 cm | Diam 4.7 x H 10.5 in
Sphere Diam 20.5 cm | Diam 8.1 in
H 44 cm | 17.4 in
