Pendant Lamp Model "Tela"
Manufactured by Ibis
Denmark, 1975
Canvas, Beech, Steel

Measurements
41 x 34 x 126h cm
16,1 x 13,4 x 49,6h in

Provenance
Private Collection Milano

Literature
Design Italiano: Repertorio dell’Arredo Domestico, 1950-2000 by Giuliana Gramigna, p. 237.

Biography
Gianemilio, Piero, and Anna Monti were influential Italian designers who emerged as key contributors to modernist design in Italy during the mid-20th century. Working collaboratively, the Monti siblings brought a fresh perspective to industrial and interior design, creating pieces that balanced artistic expression with everyday functionality.
Among their most celebrated works is the Tela pendant lamp (1975), produced by Ibis, which exemplifies their ability to integrate natural materials like canvas and wood with industrial elements such as enameled steel. This design became a hallmark of their portfolio and reflects their dedication to simplicity, versatility, and elegance.
The Montis are also known for their contributions to Italian furniture design during the 1960s and 1970s, frequently collaborating with renowned manufacturers. Their work is documented in key design texts like Design Italiano: Repertorio dell’Arredo Domestico, 1950-2000, highlighting their lasting influence on Italian modernism.