Olivetti Lettera 22
Olivetti Lettera 22
Made in Italy (1950-60s)
Excellent condition, cleaned and fully-functional with new ribbon. The Olivetti Lettera 22 is an iconic portable manual typewriter designed by Marcello Nizzoli and produced in Italy by Olivetti from the early 1950s onward. Celebrated for its compact proportions and elegant aluminium body, it set a new standard for portability and refined industrial design. Featuring smooth mechanical action, a carriage-shift mechanism, and practical controls including a two-colour ribbon selector, the Lettera 22 delivers precise and comfortable typing. Supplied with a fitted carrying case, it was widely adopted by journalists, writers, and professionals, and remains one of the most admired and influential portable typewriters of the 20th century. Whether you're writing letters, working on creative projects, or looking for a unique gift, the Lettera 32 delivers both form and function.