Valentine typewriter by Olivetti

A true emotional object, the red "valentine" portable by ettore sottsass and perry king, designers integrated into the italian company olivetti, is prized by the pop culture generation. Playful and efficient, this compact device is placed in a box with a handle that makes it transportable. Through its design, valentine symbolizes the casual attitude of the 1960s, while taking advantage of the innovative qualities of plastic that then invades everyday objects. Its bright color responds to the acidulous colors of furniture and clothing, while exploiting the new possibilities of molding and deformation allowed by this lightweight material. The ribbon is operational but provide replacement. Only problem one of the side closure rubbers is broken. Works perfectly and aesthetically perfect.