Black and White Pendant by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1965

Description

Black & white pendant lamp (with pier giacomo castiglioni) production: flos "the black & white lamp owes its name to … more Black & white pendant lamp (with pier giacomo castiglioni) production: flos "the black & white lamp owes its name to the two types of light it emits. Diffused lighting is obtained by means of a white opaline glass dome containing a trio of light bulbs; the light directed towards horizontal surfaces is instead provided by a corrugated cup in mirror-polished natural aluminum, inserted in the lower part of the diffuser, which houses a silver-capped light bulb, in order to improve reflection. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
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. less