‘Blitz’ table lamp by Trabucchi, Vecchi & Volpi for Stilnovo
Trabucchi, Vecchi & Volpi for Stilnovo
Design: 1970s | Manufactured: 1970s
Designed in 1972 by Claudio Trabucchi, Gianni Vecchi & Gianni Volpi for Stilnovo, the Blitz Table Lamp is a striking example of Italian functional minimalism at its best. Defined by its sharp, geometric silhouette and vibrant color, the Blitz embodies the optimism and innovation of early-1970s design.
The lamp’s distinctive folded-steel form seems almost aerodynamic, a dynamic composition of curves and planes that channel the era’s fascination with industrial aesthetics and clean lines. Its bold yellow lacquer finish adds warmth and energy, transforming this piece into both a source of light and a sculptural statement.
Perfect for a work desk, sideboard, or modern interior, the Blitz radiates character, capturing Stilnovo’s pioneering spirit in reimagining everyday lighting as a piece of art.
Condition
The lamp is in very good vintage condition, showing hardly any signs of use.Dimensions
W25 x D25 x H38 cmOrigin
ItalyMaterial
MetalAbout the designer
Trabucchi, Vecchi & Volpi
The Italian design trio Claudio Trabucchi, Gianni Vecchi, and Gianni Volpi emerged in the early 1970s as part of a new wave of creative experimentation in lighting and furniture design. Collaborating with Stilnovo, one of Italy’s most innovative lighting manufacturers, they explored bold geometric forms, industrial materials, and a distinctly architectural approach to illumination.
Their most recognized creation, the Blitz Lamp (1972), reflects their shared fascination with proportion, precision, and the interplay between structure and light. The trio’s work captures the optimistic energy of 1970s Italian design, where functionality met artistic expression in a perfectly balanced composition.
About the manufacturer
Stilnovo
Founded in Milan in 1946, Stilnovo became one of Italy’s most influential lighting manufacturers, known for its bold collaborations with visionary designers. The company’s pieces, characterized by clean geometry, modern materials, and impeccable craftsmanship, defined an era of design where function met art. The Blitz lamp perfectly represents this legacy: intelligent, expressive, and enduringly modern.