Nesso desk lamp by Giancarlo Mattioli for ARTEMIDE ITALY

Artemide Nesso Table Lamp by Giancarlo Mattioli. The Nesso Lamp is a classic icon in the history of modern space age design and a Stardust Staff Pick. An expressive table lamp that combines the sinuous curves of 1960s design with the minimalist sensibilities of timeless modernism.  The stunning Nesso Lamp was designed by the Italian designer Giancarlo Mattioli for Artemide back in 1967. According to design historian Lucia Fontana; its dimple is said to have been inspired by "l'ombelico di una bella donna"; the sensuous shape of beautiful Italian woman's belly button...you be the judge!  This lamp has been in continuous production by Artemide for the last 40 plus years.