Spectacular and sculptural brutalist floor lamp by albano poli for poliarte. italy, 1970s. steel structure in the form of a brutalist sculpture, onto which are fixed three magnificent murano glass diffusers. they are composed of amber and clear glass filaments. a very rare piece by this fabulous designer. in exceptional condition. impressive dimensions: height 102 cm. width 37 cm. depth 25 cm. carefully packaged for shipping. very stable: 20 kg. a. Poli: born in verona in 1935, albano poli attended the napoleone nani school of art, directed by master craftsman pino casarini, who guided him towards a career as a glassmaker. he initially dedicated himself to the restoration of historical stained glass windows, then developed a distinctive style, combining craftsmanship and innovation. in 1953, he founded studio arte poli, specializing in sacred art, stained glass, sculptures, and liturgical furnishings. Thanks to his innovative vision, the company quickly established itself as a leading name in artistic production within the ecclesiastical sector. in 1968, he founded poli arte, a company that stands out in the landscape of italian furniture design, with production ranging from glass to bronze, from frescoes to mosaics. a. Poli always maintained a strong connection between art and spirituality, reflecting his profound interest in sacred art. he passed away in 2024, leaving behind a significant artistic legacy that continues to influence the world of stained glass and liturgical design. albano poli's works offer a perfect balance between tradition and innovation, with a masterful command of light and color. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no official proof of authenticity, however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution, european plug (up to 250v).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.