'flex 659' table lamp by elio martinelli for martinelli luce, italy 1970's

This table lamp, model 'flex 659', was designed by elio martinelli for martinelli luce in italy. Originally it was designed for the exhibition in turin in 1973. It is an innovative clamp design, with a flexible arm made of abs and chrome, and a metal hood that has a black push switch on top. The organice shape of the flexible arm is similar to a human spine and makes this lamp afdjustable in any direction. This lamp is in a very good condition with minor signs of age and use.