Model 566 Table Lamp by Gino Sarfatti for Astep

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Gino sarfatti lamp model 566 by astep brass structure, black reflector, white marble. Manufactured by astep model 566 design by … Read more Gino sarfatti lamp model 566 by astep brass structure, black reflector, white marble. Manufactured by astep model 566 design by gino sarfatti in its refined simplicity, model 566 stands out owing to the combination of rich materials and ingenious, playful design. The large aluminium reflector in black or white is mounted asymmetrically on a lacquered or brushed brass stem, which is carefully twisted in a beautiful balancing act, coming to rest on an elegant marble base. As a vital part of the design, the stem reaches out through the reflector and beyond in a backward motion, giving the top of the stem a dual function as playful feature and practical handle. Balancing light, 1950-2019 the model 566 table lamp is an outstanding luminaire that displays the virtuosity of gino sarfatti. The celebrated italian master of light created model 537 circa 1950, and the luminous masterpiece is now reintroduced by astep as part of the prestigious flos with sarfatti collection. In its refined simplicity, model 566 stands out owing to the combination of rich materials and ingenious, playful design. The large aluminium reflector in black or white is mounted asymmetrically on a lacquered or brushed brass stem, which is carefully twisted in a beautiful balancing act, coming to rest on an elegant marble base. As a vital part of the design, the stem reaches out through the reflector and beyond in a backward motion, giving the top of the stem a dual function as playful feature and practical handle. While the integrated handle has become a frequent feature in today’s designs, gino sarfatti was clearly ahead of his time. This was one of the great italian master’s visions: to make light portable. Model 566 is effortlessly carried by hand from the desk in the home office to the living room, the bedroom or any other setting that calls for diffused light in an extraordinary design. Specifications model 537 typology: table materials: aluminum body, steel stand, cast alloy base dimensions: ø 37.4 cm h 50.6 cm weight: 2.10kg control on/off switch light source: 1 x b22 led 8w (8w max) 700lm 2700k dimmable bulb included not ul listed. This lamp is wired for europe, if used in us or any other country the client will need to convert it. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



issues arising from misattribution,
up to 250v (europe/uk standard).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less