Model 2065 Pendant Lamp
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The Model 2065 suspension lamp designed in 1950 emphasises the innovative, experimental approach of Gino Sarfatti. At that time, the favoured material of the lighting industry was glass. But when Gino Sarfatti received the first samples of methacrylate in 1949–50, a new polymer acrylic that was much stronger and lighter than glass, his experiments led him to a new suspension lamp, Model 2065.
The pendant lamp consists of a diffuser made of two joined opalescent saucers, suspended from the ceiling with a black-painted aluminium canopy. The simplicity of Gino Sarfatti’s elliptical design and the lightness of the materials make for a seemingly weightless luminaire. It has since been featured in several significant interior projects by Italian architects.
The luminaire was relaunched by Astep in 2016, which also introduced a black version where the upper saucer is finished with a soft-touch coating. This leaves the lower diffuser as the only light source, creating a more intimate light space and a strong, graphic expression. In a continuation of the original idea, five LED bulbs provide the lighting in both versions.
Methacrylate and painted aluminium
20th Century Design Icon
Made in Italy
Model 2065 Pendant Lamp
Model 2065 Pendant Lamp
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Model 2065 Pendant Lamp
The Maker /
Astep
Creating and curating lighting objects that honour and advance the evolution of lighting. Astep celebrates the work of both modernist era and contemporary designers who have focused on new technology developments to enhance modern living and carry the tradition of intelligent experimentation.
The Designer /
Gino Sarfatti
Gino Sarfatti is considered the godfather of modern Italian lighting. From the 1930s to the 70s, Sarfatti created over 700 floor lamps, pendant lights, table lamps, spotlights and chandeliers. Sarfatti's dedication to innovation has meant his products have stood the test of time, looking as fresh today as the day they were first designed.
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Gino Sarfatti Lighting Design for Piedmont Turin Regio Theatre (1973)
Following a tragic fire in 1936, the Piedmont Turin Regio Theatre was redesigned and rebuilt under the direction of renowned architect Carlo Mollino. It reopened in 1973 with dramatic design features including an impressive elliptical interior, glamorous detailing and a cascading pendant lighting fixture by Gino Sarfatti in the centre of the theatre hall.
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