Wall Light with Metal Shade

Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, wall light, model '194N', chrome-plated metal, coated aluminum, coated steel, Italy, 1950 This wall light, model 194N, is designed by the influential designer in the field of lighting design Gino Sarfatti (1912-1985) for Arteluce in 1950. Sarfatti founded Arteluce in 1936, an Italian lighting company that garnered acclaim for its groundbreaking and pioneering designs, defying conventional norms prevalent during that period. Functional principles, such as flexibility and adaptability, guided Sarfatti through the design process. He conceived a modular approach to lighting systems, enabling the user to personalize and adjust the lighting fixtures according to its preferences and needs. A significant part of the released designs incorporated practical elements, such as adjustable arms and rotating mechanisms. This innovative approach had a profound influence on the conceptualization and utilization of lighting within interiors around that time. In addition to their functional attributes, the lamps crafted by the company were predominantly characterized by a pure and minimalist aesthetic. A decoration was subordinate to the constructive element, focusing on the essential composition of geometric forms and usage of materials. Gino Sarfatti considers this type of wall lights as ‘extendible wall sconce...

Doria Leuchten, sconce or wall light, metal, Germany, 1970s.  This white metal wall or ceiling light offers a unique opportunity to make a statement in your interior. Winning an Ind...

Wall light, texturised metal, brass, Europe, 1950s Attractive wall light in blue metal with brass detailing. The hood of this wall lamp has a very elegant curve. This small light produces a strong and bright light, perfect for a reading nook...

Wall lamp, steel, coated aluminum, Italy, 1960s Sophisticated wall light with swivel function made in Italy in the 1960s. This wall mounted light with very large yellow painted meta...

This modern wall light works everywhere. The disk mounted, opal glass shade, diffuses a warm illuminating glow. Ideal for a living space, kitchen, bedroom or bathroom. Our Brass is t...

Article: Wall light Origin: Germany Decade: 1970s This wall light was designed and produced in Italy in the 1970s. The wall fixation of this light and the large light arm ...

This modern wall light works everywhere. The disk mounted, opal glass shade, diffuses a warm illuminating glow. Ideal for a living space, kitchen, bedroom or bathroom. Or pitch nearl...

Birmingham, England, circa 1890 A W.A.S. Benson articulated brass lamp, with sputnik tripod base, retaining its original opaline glass fan shade, to be mounted on a wall, or used on ...