With an oblong black head that sits atop a tilting white marble base, the Snoopy lamp’s shape playfully brings to mind the snout of the canine main character in Charles M. Schulz’s Peanuts comic strip. The design, one of many innovative collaborations by the Italian brothers Achille (1918–2002) and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni (1913–68), was introduced in 1967.
After graduating from the Polytechnic University of Milan in 1944, Achille joined the urban planning, architecture and industrial design studio of his older brothers, Livio and Pier Giacomo. Although Livio left in 1952, the partnership between Achille and Pier Giacomo flourished until Pier Giacomo’s untimely death in 1968.
“I see around me a professional disease of taking everything too seriously,” Achille once stated. “One of my secrets is to joke all the time.” The brothers channeled that wit into objects that could bring some joy to everyday life. For instance, their 1962 Arco floor lamp, a mid-century modern classic, has a long stainless-steel stem angling off a Carrara marble base like a streetlight, offering the elevation of an overhead light without needing to drill into the ceiling. Their 1965 RR 126 stereo cabinet also instilled some spirit in its functionality, bearing an animal-like face with radio-control dials for eyes and speakers for ears. Each of these pieces displayed a timeless ingenuity for experimentation in design.
Designed for Italian lighting manufacturer FLOS as a table lamp, the Snoopy lamp, in its simplicity, manages to be both lighthearted and sophisticated as it updates the humble banker’s lamp. The large enamel reflector — which suggests the long nose of a beagle and features three cooling holes that recall the grip on a bowling ball — is balanced on a sculptural base made from fine Carrara marble topped with a thick glass disk.
About 40 years after its debut, a new version of the Snoopy lamp was introduced by FLOS in 2003, a year after Achille Castiglioni’s death at the age of 84 following a prolific design career. This revamp guarded the enduring design of the original — now preserved by the Achille Castiglioni Foundation — while adding updated lighting technology, such as replacing the original knob with a touch-sensor dimmer. In addition to the classic black, it was made available in other colors over the years. The cherished original design is in the Museum of Modern Art’s permanent collection.
Large Veined Beige Cocoon Pendant Lamp Designed by Castiglioni for Hille, 60s
By Hille, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Lucija, SI
Stunning Large Mid Century round Cocoon Pendant Lamp Designed by Achille Castiglioni and produced by Hille in Italy in the 60s
Metal
Green Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni Snoopy Table Lamp
By Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni Snoopy table lamp. Dimmer operated lamp from 1967, with marble base and enameled metal shade. Up to 150 watts E27...
Marble, Metal
Moni 1 pendant lamp by A. Castiglioni for Flos
By Achille Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Lugo, IT
Moni 1 pendant lamp by A. Castiglioni for Flos. Good condition. Thank you.
Metal
Spirale ashtray in black marble by Achille Castiglioni, 1970s
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in Vigevano, PV
Ashtray in Belgian black marble and steel spiral. 16 cm diam. 7.5 cm h. Metal plaque by Bacci Italia signed in the mold applied to the base of the bowl. Designed by Achille Castiglio...
Marble, Steel
$1,735
H 19.1 in Dm 14.7 in
FLOS Taccia Small Table Lamp in Black by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Castiglioni brothers often created designs that challenged our perspective, and the Taccia, which gives the illusion of an upside-down hanging lamp, is an inspired example of tha...
Aluminum
$4,255
H 21.25 in Dm 19.48 in
FLOS Taccia Led in Silver w/ Glass Diffuser, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Castiglioni brothers often created designs that challenged our perspective, and the Taccia, which gives the illusion of an upside-down hanging lamp, is an inspired example of tha...
Aluminum
FLOS Frisbi Pendant Light in Black by Achille Castiglioni
By Flos, Achille Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Its name invokes the iconic toy best played in a park, but this light is seriously smart. Offering three types of illumination—diffused, direct, and reflected—the FRISBI doubles down designed Achille Castiglioni’s ability to play with the power of illusion. Three barely-there, fine steel cables suspend the opal acrylic diffuser, making it appear as it if it is floating. A black metal stem and wire mesh basket...
Steel
1960s Achille Castiglioni & Pier Giacomo 'Light Ball' Table Lamp
By Achille Castiglioni, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Achille Castiglioni & Pier Giacomo 'Light Ball' Table Lamp. Originially designed in 1965 as a wall lamp, this rare table lamp variant is executed in attractively patinated bras...
Brass
Splugen Lamp by A. & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos (8 Available)
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Argelato, BO
Set of eight aluminum pendant lamps by the brothers Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, Splügen Bräu model, 1960s. This model was designed in 1961 and its name was dedicat...
Metal
Large Gatto Beige Cocoon Table Lamps by Castiglioni for Flos, Italy 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Roma, IT
Magnificent first edition large Gatto cocoon table lamps designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni and produced by Flos in Italy during the 1960s. The lamps are signed inside....
Metal
$1,255
H 53.35 in Dm 13.98 in
Cocoon pendant light by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos - 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
Magnificent Cocoon pendant light designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos in the 1960s. This is a small model with a diameter of 35 cm. This pendant light features...
Resin
Vintage Glass Ashtray, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage glass ashtray is an original decorative object realized in the 1970s. Good conditions.
Glass
$2,748
H 13.39 in Dm 13.78 in
Cazal Creation Cocoon Balloon Pendant Light Inspired by Castiglioni for FLOS
Located in Palermo, PA
Introducing the amazing Cocoon Balloon Lamp by Cazal Creation, a vibrant pendant light that stands out in any room. Unlike classic cocoon lamps, this unique design features different...
Leather
Glass Ashtray, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Glass ashtray is an object realized in 1970s. Art glass, D 15 x 4 cm. Very good conditions!
Art Glass
Italian Midcentury Pendant Light by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, 1965
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful pendant lamp called "black and white 83" of the Italian mid-century with opal white glass bowl and aluminum diffusor. Made in Italy, designed in 1965 by Achille and Pier G...
Aluminum
Castiglioni Large Viscontea Style Cocoon Italian Pendant Light
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous large "Viscontea" style cocoon pendant in fabulous conditions. This charming chandelier was designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni and produced Italy. In pristin...
Metal, Steel
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H 14.57 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Italian Snoopy table lamp by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 2022
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Table lamp Snoopy by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 2022 Table lamp mod. Snoopy. The diffuser has a round base and is lacquered with black paint with a glossy...
Marble, Metal
Cocoon Pendant Lamp Designed by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, Italy 60s
By Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni
Located in Lucija, SI
Mid Century cocoon pendant lamp designed by the Castiglioni brothers in the 60s. and produce by Flos. The lamp is in great condition with minor signs of use and age (see photos), wor...
Resin
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H 14.57 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Italian modern orange table lamp Snoopy by Castiglioni brothers for Flos, 2020
By Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern orange table lamp Snoopy by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 2020 Iconic table lamp mod. Snoopy with rounded diffuser in orange lacquered metal with a gl...
Marble, Metal
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H 14.57 in Dm 15.75 in
Flos Snoopy Table Lamp With White Marble Base & Green Shade By Achille For Flos
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Lejre, DK
Table lamp with green enamelled metal reflector and white Carrara marble base. The lamp was designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni in 1967. The lamp is made by Flos and the...
Marble, Aluminum
Early Snoopy Lamp in Carrara Marble by Castiglioni Italy
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A early production Snoopy table lamp having a white Carrara marble base with black metal shade . A iconic form from 1967 designed by Achille & Pier Gialomo Castiglioni made in Italy ...
Carrara Marble, Metal
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H 14.97 in W 15.36 in D 15.36 in
Original First Edition ‘Snoopy’, Table Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo, 1967
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in London, GB
A rare original first edition ‘Snoopy’, table lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni For Flos c1967. Enamelled shade on marble base, all in superb condition, wired to UK standa...
Marble
Castiglioni Snoopy 1st Edition Table Lamp 1967
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni, Flos, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Munich, DE
This is the very rare first Edition Snoopy table lamp from Flos of 1967. The Snoopy lamp was originally designed in 1967 by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castigli...
Carrara Marble, Aluminum
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H 14.53 in W 15.52 in D 15.52 in
Black Metal, Glass, White Marble '60s Table Lamp Snoopy by Castiglioni for Flos
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This rare snoopy table lamp belongs to the early 1960s production. It is made from black plastic and marble base with glass and black aluminum shade. The first 1967 version was in fa...
Carrara Marble, Metal
Snoppy Lamp Green, by Achille Castigioni for Flos
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Valladolid, ES
Snoopy lamp for FLOS by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1967 Design piece, an icon of interior design and the midcentury world. This piece has become a design icon because it ...
Crystal, Carrara Marble
Early "Snoopy" Table Lamp in a Rare White Edition
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Milano, Lombardia
An early Snoopy table lamp, designed in 1967 by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos. The lamp carries the original absolute white Carrara marble ...
Carrara Marble, Aluminum
Orange Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni Snoopy Table Lamp
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni
Located in New York, NY
Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni Snoopy table lamp. Dimmer operated lamp from 1967, with marble base and enameled metal shade. Up to 150 watts E27...
Marble, Metal
