Gino Sarfatti brass and painted metal wall lamp with six light, Arteluce, 1950s

Rare brass and painted metal Italian wall lamp with six light points, produced by Arteluce, designed by Gino Sarfatti, 1950s

This rare Arteluce wall lamp from the 1950s seems to emerge from an underwater realm, where delicate seaweed and natural corals are shaped by gentle currents. Its sinuous form suggests a marine inspiration, evoking the serene rhythm of waves, and the calm they convey through their consistent motion.

A sinuous brass structure supports six painted metal lampshades, opening upwards like seashells. Small perforations on their surface allow light to filter through, casting a delicate pattern on the wall. The two lower arms are adjustable, enabling the light to be directed toward a work surface or to provide a focused beam for reading.

Made in Italy and original from the 1950s, this lamp strikes a balance between eras: between the time when its design was conceived and our contemporary moment, marked by a longing to look back for inspiration, guidance, and perhaps even validation. An object can aspire to endure through time, transcending mere trends and avoiding being relegated to the past, when it manages to evoke emotions that remain vivid despite the passing years. This is the ambition behind all of Gino Sarfatti's creations for Arteluce. The brand’s name itself—combining "Art" and "Light"—is no coincidence. It is a clear statement of intent, emphasizing two elements, art and light, that inherently transcend time. Sarfatti’s bold vision succeeded, making him one of the most important and influential figures in 20th-century design. Indeed, all his lamps, including this elegant wall lamp, are destined to illuminate the future.

Dimensions: H 53 cm, W 30 cm, D 17 cm