In the form of a gorgeous looking mushroom, the Nessino is a stunning table lamp designed by Giancarlo Mattioli. The designer is one of the founding members of Gruppo Architetti Urbanisti Città Nuova, Italy which created this innovative design for Artemide in 1967.

Design and Background

The Nessino is a modern version of the Nesso Table Lamp which won the Studio Artemide/Domus Competition (1965), Italy and features as a unique modern design in many museums around the globe.

The Artemide Nessino is a 22.3cm tall lamp whose body and the diffuser are made from polycarbonate material. The design is so eye catching that it looks like a superb show piece on your table, even when turned off.

Intended Use

The Artemide Nessino is a table lamp designed for direct and diffused lighting. The soft light it emits spreads a warm ambience in the room and undoubtedly increases the visual appeal of your décor.

If you have a large living room, two of these lamps placed in any two corners are enough to brighten the entire room. Due to its size, this lamp also makes a perfect bedside lamp, be it in your bed room or your kid’s room.

Technical Information

With a voltage of 220V-240V, it uses 4x18W Halogen bulbs which throws light both on the bottom and up through the mushroom head illuminating the lamp wholly. It comes with a 2 year manufacturer warranty and is a UL certified product.

Made for indoor environment, the Nessino is a must have if you are looking for a compact, simple and classy table lamp for your room. This Artemide product is available in three colors: White, Orange and transparent Orange.