VINTAGE 20thC ITALIAN PAIR OF CASSINA FICUPALA STYLE TABLE LAMPS

A pair of Cassina “Ficupala”-style table lamps from Italy, dating to the late 20th century, that exemplify the brand’s flair for marrying postmodern boldness with Art Déco refinement.

Each lamp features a vibrant yellow cylindrical base with a distinctive twisted and textured surface, producing an attractive interplay of light and shadow across the form. Rising above is a large smoked glass shade of generous proportions, whose dark translucent finish provides a striking contrast to the vivid colour of the base.

A particularly unusual feature of these lamps is their dual illumination. Light is emitted both within the smoked glass shade and from the lower section of the lamp, creating a warm atmospheric glow above and below. This layered lighting effect enhances the sculptural quality of the design while producing a dramatic ambient presence when illuminated. Decorative by day and atmospheric by night, the lamps make an impressive statement in both modern and period interiors.

The Ficupala collection, comprising table, floor, and suspension lamps, celebrates an eclectic design language that bridges postmodern whimsy with Art Déco elegance. Inspired by forms found in the vegetable kingdom, its pieces boast fluid, almost biomorphic silhouettes and rich, tactile finishes. Cassina’s Ficupala lamps stand out for their striking individuality and versatility, making them icons of late 20th-century Italian lighting design.

Reference Number: B12263