White Olivetti Valentine Typewriter, 1970

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➝ very rare white olivetti valentine (sottsass, 1970) — professionally serviced, fully working, with original case. A true design icon.


… Read more ➝ very rare white olivetti valentine (sottsass, 1970) — professionally serviced, fully working, with original case. A true design icon.


➝ about this typewriter

the white olivetti valentine is one of the rarest and most sought-after variations of the iconic typewriter designed by ettore sottsass and perry king in 1969.
while the classic red version became a symbol of italian pop design, the white edition was produced in far smaller quantities, making surviving examples exceptionally hard to find.

lightweight, minimalist, and unmistakably modern, the valentine was conceived not as a machine for offices, but as a joyful, portable object meant to bring writing into everyday life.
this white version amplifies that vision: clean, sculptural, and quietly striking — a true collector’s piece and a highlight in any design-focused interior.


➝ condition

special and unique — a white valentine: simply beautiful!

fully checked and professionally serviced, this olivetti is in rare excellent* condition and works perfectly. White valentines often show yellowing over time, but this example has instead retained a clean, bright, and remarkably uniform colour. The only aesthetic notes are a few slight marks on the upper body, hard to notice and visible only under backlight (highlighted in photo 12).

it comes with its original carrying case, complete with fully functional rubber stoppers — a rare detail, as these are often broken or missing.
please note only a small light-yellow stain on the case, shown in photo 11.

given the value of the piece, shipping will include full insurance :)

a new, fresh ribbon will be installed before dispatch: ready to type!

note: the listing photos are exactly those of the item for sale


➝ specs

serial number - 7005525
keyboard layout - qzerty
typeface - pica
dimensions - 11.7 x 34.3 x 35.2 cm.
weight - approx 6 kg
paper format - a4

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