Artemide Tolomeo table lamp

The original Tolomeo table lamp in metal finish from Artemide Italy.

Designed / made by whom/when: Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina created the iconic Tolomeo lamp in 1986 for Italian lightmakers, Artemide.

Inspiration: Cantilevered arm and spring balancing.

Fabrication: Spun aluminum shade, chromed arms, steel tension wire, control knobs in polished die cast aluminium, chromed steel base.

Design Consigned Stylist: The Architects lamp, as it soon became known, due to its’ high tech and painstakingly resolved design and ultimate adjustability, is now seen all over the house from bedside to sofa side.

Design Consigned Collector: Design icon, synonymous with the dawn of the ‘dot.com era’.  Authentic original, made in Italy by Artemide.

Mark of authenticity: Wears Artemide clear sticker to arm. Purchase Verification: One owner 2010, excellent full working order incl globe,

DC Insider: Winner of the prestigious Compasso d’Oro Award in 1989.

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