Sirrah VB Table Lamp

Materials: Round gold-plated aluminium base. Frosted (on the inside) glass mushroom lampshade. Black bottom plate. Some metal parts. E27 socket.

Height: 21 cm / 8.26”

Base: ∅ 21 cm / 8.26”

Lampshade: ∅ 24 cm / 9.44”

Electricity: 1 bulb E27, 1 x 60 watt maximum, 110/220 volt.
Any type of light bulb can be used, not a specific one preferred.

Period: 1970s – Mid-Century Modern.

Designer: Franco Albini, Franca Helg, Antonio Piva, M. Albini in 1969.

Manufacturer: Sirrah srl, Via Molino Rosso, 8, Imola, Italy.

Other versions: The Sirrah VB table lamp is made in many colours and 2 sizes. The big version, VBO is 29 cm high (11.41”) and has a width of 36 cm (14.17”).

Label on the bottom: Dorato con oro lucido 24 carati: Gilded with polished 24-carat gold.

Vittorio Balli & Romeo Ballardini

Vittorio Balli and Romeo Ballardini were an influential Italian design duo known for their contributions to the world of furniture and interior design. Active primarily in the mid-20th century, they are celebrated for their innovative and elegant designs that often blended traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics.

Vittorio Balli, born in 1926, and Romeo Ballardini, born in 1928, both hailed from Italy and shared a passion for design from an early age. They met while studying at the prestigious Istituto Statale d’Arte in Faenza, where they honed their skills in various artistic disciplines. Their collaboration began in the 1950s, and they quickly gained recognition for their unique approach to design.

Design

The duo’s work is characterized by a harmonious blend of functionality and aesthetics. They were particularly noted for their use of high-quality materials and their attention to detail, which resulted in pieces that were both visually appealing and highly functional. Their designs often featured clean lines, geometric shapes, and a sophisticated use of color, reflecting the modernist trends of the time.

Balli & Ballardini’s creations spanned a wide range of furniture types, including chairs, tables, and storage solutions. They also ventured into lighting design, creating lamps and fixtures that were as much works of art as they were functional objects. Their designs were often produced by leading Italian manufacturers, further cementing their reputation in the design world.

Throughout their career, Balli & Ballardini participated in numerous exhibitions and design fairs, both in Italy and internationally. Their work has been featured in prominent design museums and galleries, and they have received several awards and accolades for their contributions to the field.

The legacy of Vittorio Balli and Romeo Ballardini continues to inspire designers today. Their timeless designs remain sought after by collectors and enthusiasts, and their influence can be seen in the work of many contemporary designers. The duo’s commitment to quality, innovation, and aesthetic excellence has left an indelible mark on the world of design.

Lighting

Vittorio Balli and Romeo Ballardini are known for their contributions to Italian design, particularly in the realm of lighting. One of their notable works is this table lamp, created for Sirrah in the 1970s.

Their designs, including this table lamp, are emblematic of the innovative and stylish approach to lighting that characterized Italian design during that era. The Mushroom Lamp is a testament to their ability to blend modern aesthetics with functional design.

Sirrah

Sirrah srl is a lighting company from Imola and Recanati, Italy, founded in Imola in 1968. The company is named after a star in the Andromeda constellation.

The first lamps of the company were a design by the trio Franco Albini, Franca Helg and Antonio Piva. Industrial production began while maintaining the artisan characteristics of the products unaltered: refinement and extreme attention to detail.

In 1973 Kazuhide Takahama designed several lamps with a heat-resistant, elastic and washable fabric with names such as Saori, Kaori, Kazuki and so on.

Colaboration began in the 1970s with Dino Gavina: the table lamps “La Lune sous le chapeau” designed by Man Ray in 1974 and “Garbo” date back to this period.

In 1994, after the acquisition of Sirrah by iGuzzini, the focus shifted decisively towards the production of lighting fixtures for specific market sectors. From June 2004 Sirrah was incorporated, through a merger, to iGuzzini illuminazione.