Designed in 1987, the Tolomeo Tavolo desk lamp is the first in a series of lighting solutions created by Michele de Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina for Artemide. It features a polished aluminium articulated arm structure. When fully unfolded, the Tolomeo table lamp can reach a height of up to 130cm. A spring balancing system enables articulation. Ball joints and brackets are made of polished aluminium. The anodised aluminium diffuser can be swivelled in all directions. Tolomeo has become THE desk lamp par excellence and a contemporary design icon. Tolomeo is now available in a smaller size: the Tolomeo Micro, available as a wall light, reading light, and floor lamp. Lightweight, elegant, and very stable thanks to its cast iron base, the powerful light it provides is sure to amaze you.
In 1959, Ernesto Gismondi combined Engineering and Design and founded Artemide. His motto "The Human Light" represents humans and their well-being, and he centres his attention on both these things when designing lighting solutions. The Artemide brand rapidly became the leader in lighting design and manufacturing. As soon as it was set up, Artemide manufacturing was involved in international groups such as "Memphis" by Ettore Sotsass, a pioneer in the manufacture of contemporary lighting. Artemide entered into further collaborations and the successes mounted up. The brand represents the expertise and quality of Italian design, resulting in timeless creations that leave deep impressions and stand the test of time.