Designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1981, Tahiti is among the most recognisable works from the original Memphis Milano collection (1981–1988). Zoomorphic in spirit, the lamp playfully echoes the form of a bird or toy — its rotating pink head and red beak concealing the light source.
A black-and-white Bacterio-patterned base supports a yellow stem and lacquered metal components, balancing bold colour with sculptural intent. Tahiti is both an object of function and a symbol of postmodern design — expressive, irreverent, and unmistakably Memphis.
Origin: Italy
Period/Style: Postmodern / Memphis Group
Date: 1981 Designer: Ettore Sottsass
Brand: Memphis Milano
Material: Plastic laminate base, lacquered metal
Dimensions: 60cm height x 35 cm wide x 10cm depth
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Designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1981, Tahiti is among the most recognisable works from the original Memphis Milano collection (1981–1988). Zoomorphic in spirit, the lamp playfully echoes the form of a bird or toy — its rotating pink head and red beak concealing the light source.
A black-and-white Bacterio-patterned base supports a yellow stem and lacquered metal components, balancing bold colour with sculptural intent. Tahiti is both an object of function and a symbol of postmodern design — expressive, irreverent, and unmistakably Memphis.
Origin: Italy
Period/Style: Postmodern / Memphis Group
Date: 1981 Designer: Ettore Sottsass
Brand: Memphis Milano
Material: Plastic laminate base, lacquered metal
Dimensions: 60cm height x 35 cm wide x 10cm depth
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