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Vintage iconic POP-OP "TATU" desk / sconces / wall-wash light by André Ricard for Metalarte S.A., a high end lighting …
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Vintage iconic POP-OP "TATU" desk / sconces / wall-wash light by André Ricard for Metalarte S.A., a high end lighting company known for stylistic innovation.
Inspired and named for an armadillo, the "TATU" consists of 3 sections that fold and adjust just like the animal. Talking of inspirations, probably the "TATU" was the inspiration for the adorable and very yellow Minions from the Despicable Me movie.
On the bottom: Design A. Ricard - TATU - Metalarte S.A. - Patent Pending - Made in Spain. Turn button on bottom to switch from 125 volts (US) to 220 volts.
Measurements: 7 inches square when closed x 3 1/2 inches deep x 10 inches high extended
Condition: Very Good. Slight discoloration on base. Two light indentations on a bend. Minor wear consistent with age and use. Please look at all images.
André Ricard (1929- 2017) born in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, was prolific industrial designer. Ricard designs focus was on lighting and household products. He gather worldwide fame by designing the torch for the 1992 Barcelona Summer Olympics and the Olympic Cauldrum at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne. Since 1963, Ricard created packing designs for Antonio Puig Perfumes, the best known the iconic green bottle of Agua Brava men's cologne.
Metalarte S.A. was founded in 1932 as a metal workshop. Early 1940s started designing and producing original lighting. In the 1950s Scandinavian Modern influenced their designs and in the 60s began to collaborate with greats of the Spanish Industrial Designers, such as Josep Llusca, Joan Antoni Blanc and André Ricard among many.
Please view at our other Andre Ricard creations and listings for Catalan ceramics by Serra Studio.
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- Dimensions
- 3.5ʺW × 7ʺD × 7ʺL
- Lamp Shade
- Not Included
- Brand
- Metalarte
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Plastic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Electric Yellow
- Power Sources
- Up to 120V (US Standard)
- Corded
- Type A
- Condition Notes
Very Good. Slight discoloration on base. Two light indentations on a bend. Minor wear consistent with age and use. Please …
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Very Good. Slight discoloration on base. Two light indentations on a bend. Minor wear consistent with age and use. Please look at all images.
The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order. less
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