Lamp
1970s (made)
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The base is a squat circular column sitting on a white plastic disc. The front of the base has a rising, semi-circular lip; the back has a corresponding scooped section with the surface folded inwards. The reflector hood is composed of two sections. The lower, which is an extension of the base, is an adjustable hemi-circular visor with an extended semi-circular sleeve. The top section is secured by two chrome bolts at either side. The bulb is bell shaped with a bayonet fitting and rated at 15 watts/ 240 volts.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Steel painted white with plastic base and chrome fittings |
| Brief description | 'Pileo' table lamp designed by Gae Aulenti and manufactured by Artemide. Italy, 1970s. |
| Physical description | The base is a squat circular column sitting on a white plastic disc. The front of the base has a rising, semi-circular lip; the back has a corresponding scooped section with the surface folded inwards. The reflector hood is composed of two sections. The lower, which is an extension of the base, is an adjustable hemi-circular visor with an extended semi-circular sleeve. The top section is secured by two chrome bolts at either side. The bulb is bell shaped with a bayonet fitting and rated at 15 watts/ 240 volts. |
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| Production type | Mass produced |
| Marks and inscriptions | S.P.A ARTEMIDE/ MODELLO PILEO DESIGN GAE AULENTI/ MADE IN ITALY/ PATENT PENDING (Moulded inscription on underside of base in raised lettering.) |
| Production | Reason For Production: Retail |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | M.228-1984 |
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| Record created | September 9, 2004 |
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