Maria Pergay lamp

MARIA PERGAY (Romania, 1930-France, 2023).
Table lamp.
Square and curved base in cast brass. Mirror finish with warm and luxurious reflections. Some metal parts. Cork shade. E27 socket.
Power source: Wired. Voltage: 220-240v.
Measurements: 70 x 28 x 28 cm.

Luminaire of Italian origin in the decade of the 70s and the dawn of the 80s. This piece is a magnificent design exercise that drinks directly from the sophisticated and avant-garde language of Modernism, unmistakably evoking the brilliant sculptural stroke and style of the iconic designer Maria Pergay.

The lamp stands out for its impeccable and audacious visual architecture, typical of the most exquisite productions of the period and sharing the constructive solidity characteristic of the editions of the famous Massive firm of those same years. Its pyramidal base, softened by curved edges, forms an organic and faceted figure that sits on a subtle stepped pedestal. This entire ensemble is executed in polished brass with a mirror finish, projecting warm and luxurious reflections. This monumental base finds the perfect counterpoint in a tall, slender, square shade with rounded edges. It is made of a surprisingly organic textured material of natural cork. When illuminated, the piece emits a warm, intimate and enveloping light. Functionality meets sculpture here, creating a focal point of undeniable monumental character and retro elegance.