A timeless table lamp that is a beacon of modern design. The Moragas captures the pragmatic temperament of one of Spain's great philosophers of form. A [read more]
A timeless table lamp that is a beacon of modern design. The Moragas captures the pragmatic temperament of one of Spain's great philosophers of form. A central column of sapeli wood supports a generous combination of light and shadow. On/off switch is located on cord. Design by Antoni de Moragas Gallissa, 1957.
The unusual shade is made of bookbinding tape. Because the ends of the tape are thicker, they create eloquent strips of light. Moreover, they heighten the impression of verticality in what is essentially a wide, round shade. It is said that Moragas had this lamp on his desk and that he used the spaces between the tape to hold calling cards and memos to himself. Moragas was a daring, rebellious architect, promoter of modern people-friendly architecture.
Artist: Antoni de Moragas Gallissa
Manufacturer: Santa & Cole
Origin: Barcelona
Wattage: Uses 3 X 40W 120V E12 (candelabra base) incandescent lamps (not inlcuded).
Shade Width: 18"
