Tolomeo Basculante Reading Floor Lamp
By: Artemide
- Regular
- £405.45
- Sale
- £405.45
- Regular
- £477.00
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- per
Artemide’s Tolomeo Basculante Reading Floor Lamp has earned global recognition and fame. Since it was designed for Artemide by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina in 1987, it has become the most popular floor lamp worldwide and won numerous prizes since its introduction. An expertly designed and striking lamp, Tolomeo balances clean lines, a simple shade shape and delicate suspension. It features cantilevered arms crafted in polished aluminium that allow you to easily adjust the light and create the perfect atmosphere. Its diffuser is crafted from parchment paper on a plastic frame, enabling varied levels of illumination. Extremely versatile, it is equally suitable for use in homes, offices or hotels. The body is crafted from aluminium with a chrome finish. Explore the rest of the Tolomeo range to find the perfect design for you and discover the Artemide collection.
Designed by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina. Michele was born in Ferrare in 1951 and studied architecture in Florence. A major player in radical and experimental architecture, he has designed lamps and furnishing items for the most renowned Italian and European companies. His professional capacity has always been supported by his personal studies on design, drawing and technology. He has received several international award and his works can be found exhibited in main museums in Europe, the U.S. and Japan. Giancarlo Fassina studied architecture at the Milan Politecnico, where he focused on light design. Exploring all forms and expressions, Fassina’s work demonstrates a meticulous attention to detail, studying shadows, camera angles and exposures. He has collaborated with many prestigious lighting companies throughout his carer and has created many impressive installations for exhibitions and museums. The duo were awarded the Compasso d’Oro in 1989 for designing the Tolomeo.
Dimensions: H 108 cm | Max extension length: 87 cm | Shade: H 13.5 x Dia. 18 cm | Voltage: 220V-240V
Not included sources: HALO 46W, Socket E27 or LED 8W Socket E27, class A