portable typewriter

Email to buy: metrosideros.nz@gmail.com

SOLD | $140 | Circa 1950s |

Olivetti Lettera 22 portable typewriter and case, designed by Marcello Nizzoli in 1950, with a typeface designed by Giovanni Mardersteig. This elegant, practical typewriter is regarded among the best of 20th century design, with examples held in museums around the world. Bit of a cult object. Adore!

In very good vintage condition, recently serviced and complete with ribbon (black and red), case and manual. The zippered case has a canvas cover (a bit grubby) with leather straps and handle.

30cm W | 30cm D | 8cm H | weight 3.7kg (typewriter)

32cm W | 33cm D | 9cm H | weight 1.1kg (case)