Brass Structure Model 537 Table Lamp with Black Reflector by Gino Sarfatti for Astep

Description

Gino sarfatti lamp model 537. Brass structure, black reflector, white marble. Manufactured by astep model 537 design by gino sarfatti … more Gino sarfatti lamp model 537. Brass structure, black reflector, white marble. Manufactured by astep model 537 design by gino sarfatti in its refined simplicity, model 537 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 537 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 537 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 537 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 spun aluminium reflector, brass structure, marble base dimensions: ø 400 x 360mm reflector diameter ø 400mm cable length 1800mm weight 2.45kg control on/off switch light source 1 x e27 (60w max) bulb not included not ul listed. 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). less