Floor Lamp model "326"
Manufactured by O’Luce
Italy, 1950s
Brass, Walnut, Fabric

Measurements
47 x 47 x 170h cm
18,5 x 18,5 x 66,9h in

Provenance
Private Collection Milano

Literature
Catalogo Ragionato O-Luce di Giuseppe Ostuni, Thomas Braeuniger, Edizioni Lumi Press, Grazie, secondo volume pag. 274-275

Biography
Giuseppe Ostuni (1907 - 1994) was an influential Italian designer and entrepreneur whose work significantly shaped mid-century modern lighting design. Born in 1907, Ostuni founded O’Luce in 1945, one of Italy's first companies dedicated to modern lighting. His vision was rooted in combining functionality with refined aesthetics, which positioned O’Luce at the forefront of Italian design during the postwar period.
Ostuni’s designs were marked by a minimalist elegance and innovative use of materials such as brass, wood, and fabric. Beyond his own creations, he was a pioneer in fostering collaborations with some of the most talented designers of the era, including Tito Agnoli, Joe Colombo, and the Castiglioni brothers. These partnerships helped solidify O’Luce’s reputation as a hub for innovation in lighting.
Ostuni's work reflected the optimism and creativity of mid-century Italy, where design became a tool for reimagining daily life in the aftermath of World War II. His timeless pieces, like the Model 326 floor lamp, continue to be celebrated for their elegant proportions and the warm ambiance they create. Giuseppe Ostuni passed away in 1994, leaving behind a legacy that bridges craftsmanship, industrial innovation, and modernist design principles.