Cini Boeri

CINI BOERI (Milan, 1924-2020) for Artemide.
Floor lamp "Accademia", design 1978.
Lacquered steel structure.
Ivory-colored cotton fabric shade.
In excellent condition.
Measurements: 160,02 x 55,88 x 30,48 cm.

The Accademia lamp is a maximum exponent of refined minimalism. It fuses geometry, functionality and an exquisite material sensibility, typical of Italian design of the 1970s. The flat diffuser attenuates the light and allows a soft and homogeneous illumination.

Boeri also made a table version and small wall sconces of the same model for Artemide. All of them display the minimalist and refined essence that defines Boeri's work.

The structure is based on a trapezoidal shape, built with textured black lacquered steel. This choice of material provides strength and durability to the lamp, while giving it an elegant and modern touch. The geometry offers an interesting visual balance. The cotton fabric diffuser allows for soft and homogeneous lighting, creating a cozy atmosphere. The use of an off-white shade helps to maintain the purity and simplicity of the overall design.

Throughout her career, Italian designer Cini Boeri has won numerous awards, including the Compasso d'Oro in 1979 and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Italian Cultural Institute of Los Angeles in 2008.